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Centara inks partnership deal with Airasia Rewards for travel to Maldives

Centara Hotels & Resorts has announced a partnership with airasia rewards offering airasia members 40% off all-inclusive packages at Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives and Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa Maldives.
Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives
A palm-fringed tropical wonderland, Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives is a family-friendly destination featuring stunning overwater villas. Dedicated children’s activities ensure younger travellers are kept entertained with outdoor games and eco-friendly activities, while watersports, diving courses, snorkelling, whale shark and turtle sighting excursions delight the whole family.

The all-inclusive plan at Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives allows travellers to enjoy everything the island has to offer, including daily breakfast, dine around options for lunch and dinner, plus afternoon tea with a selection of pastries, sandwiches, and cakes. Lunch and dinner are complemented with a choice of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and guests can also enjoy a wide choice of drinks from the resort’s two bars from 11.00 to 23.00 hrs. To enjoy one of the Maldives’ best all-inclusive deals, the Grand All-Inclusive offers unlimited dining and premium beverage indulgences and water sports, and guests staying for a minimum of three nights also enjoy a choice of complimentary excursions.
Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa Maldives
For couples seeking a romantic retreat, Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa Maldives offers an idyllic adults-only experience just a short speedboat ride from Malé. Here in the North Malé Atoll, guests savour unforgettable moments in a beachside or overwater villa looking out over the sparkling blue lagoon, as well as indulge in world-class scuba diving, intimate dining experiences, and couples spa journeys at SPA Cenvaree.
A choice of meal plans includes a full board meal plan complemented with beverages, as well as daily resort credit for additional culinary options. The in-villa minibar is stocked once per day, including a selection of snacks, soft drinks and mixers, mineral water, chocolates, and beer. As part of the All-Inclusive package, guests also enjoy daily afternoon tea as well as canapés and flavourful tapas every evening. For pure island indulgence, the Gold All-Inclusive package at Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa includes daily spa credits for treatments at the award-winning SPA Cenvaree, a complimentary house reef snorkelling excursion by boat, and four pieces of complimentary laundry per room per day.

The partnership is the latest addition to Centara’s growing airline network which already includes Thai Airways, Singapore Airlines, and Thai Vietjet.
“As travel restrictions continue to ease around the world, we are thrilled to expand our marketing network with partner airlines. Leveraging our Centara The1 loyalty platform to provide exclusive privileges to Air Asia’s vast customer network, we look forward to offering excellent savings and welcoming even more guests to The Place to Be in the Maldives,” said Tom Thrussell, Vice President – Brand, Marketing & Digital of Centara Hotels & Resorts.
“This partnership emphasizes airasia rewards’ continued aim to offer lifestyle privileges to airasia members, so that they can enjoy our benefits to the maximum according to their lifestyle needs—whether it’s travel, dining, or shopping. airasia members who desire to vacation at these 2 Centara resorts can easily redeem their airasia points for the discount code from Rewards on airasia Super App. Once they have their code, they can proceed to book their rooms and enjoy this exclusive discount.” said Ba-wornpak Siripanich, airasia rewards Country Head for Thailand.
Under the Centara x airasia rewards promotion, airasia members receive a 40% discount when booking an All-Inclusive package for all room types plus 20% discount on selected spa treatments at Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives or Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa Maldives, exclusive to airasia members for bookings and stays from now until 20th December 2022.
Travellers also enjoy a 20% discount on seaplane transfers to Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives or speedboat transfers to Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa Maldives for stays from now until 31 October 2022.
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Barceló Nasandhura celebrates World Chocolate Day with sweet surprises in Malé

This July, Barceló Nasandhura is offering guests a taste of the sweeter side of life through a series of limited-time dessert experiences in the heart of Malé.
In celebration of World Chocolate Day, the hotel hosted a Chocolate Indulgence Station in the Nasandhura Lobby on 7th July. Held from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, the event featured handcrafted chocolate desserts and tastings led by Head Pastry Chef Mohammed, a certified Continental Judge in Pastry Arts. The occasion attracted a delightful mix of in-house guests and walk-in visitors, who also enjoyed a specially curated photo setup and the opportunity to purchase exclusive, limited-edition treats.
Additionally, from 4th to 7th July, a dedicated Chocolate Dessert Station was presented at the Oivaru dinner buffet, located on the hotel’s third floor, offering a decadent addition to the evening dining experience.
To conclude the month’s celebrations, guests will be able to enjoy a 10% discount on all ice creams at Alimas Coffee Lounge from 20th to 26th July. Featuring house-made flavours, this offering provides the ideal way to cool off and indulge during the warm island afternoons.
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Dive into sustainable luxury at Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu, Baa Atoll

Surrounded by flourishing reefs and pristine islands with the whitest of soft sands and crystal-clear waters, Coco Collection – a leading resort brand in the Maldives – invites guests to delve into the extraordinary underwater world of Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu.
Nestled within the crown jewel of the Maldives, the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu is renowned for its commitment to everyday sustainability. Setting the standard for sustainable luxury, the resort has once again been recognised as the Maldives’ Leading Green Resort 2025, marking its third consecutive win at the prestigious World Travel Awards.
While the resort continues its efforts to protect and preserve a thriving marine ecosystem, it also encourages guests to immerse themselves in a range of signature marine experiences, all guided by resident Marine Educator Rosalie Bailie and supported by its long-standing partnership with the Olive Ridley Project.
The signature marine experiences include:
- Guided Snorkelling – Guests may explore the house reef or venture to nearby coral gardens with expert guides. These excursions cater to all skill levels and often include sightings of green sea turtles, parrotfish, and, depending on the season, manta rays and eagle rays. Guests may also encounter hawksbill turtles grazing on coral at nearby turtle points.
- Coral Planting & Restoration Workshop – Conscious travellers are invited to participate in meaningful conservation work through coral planting. With the guidance of the Marine Educator, guests can affix coral fragments onto reef frames which are then placed on the seabed, helping to regenerate damaged reefs and enhance marine biodiversity.
- Discover Scuba Diving – From beginners to advanced divers, the island provides access to over 30 dive sites across the region, led by certified PADI instructors. Guests may dive among coral pinnacles, explore historic wrecks, and visit iconic spots such as Hanifaru Bay, famous for sightings of manta rays and whale sharks.
- ORP Marine Turtle Rescue Centre Tour – Home to the Maldives’ first fully equipped, veterinary-run sea turtle rescue centre, Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu offers guests the chance to engage with rescued turtles recovering from injuries or entanglements. Through this partnership with the Olive Ridley Project, guests can feed turtles, learn about conservation challenges, adopt a turtle, and contribute to protecting this endangered species.
- Night Snorkelling – For a truly unique underwater adventure, the resort offers night snorkelling excursions led by the Marine Educator. As the reef transforms after sunset, guests will discover a different side of marine life, spotting lionfish, resting parrotfish, and other nocturnal sea creatures illuminated by torchlight.
Located in one of the world’s most spectacular hubs of marine biodiversity, Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu promises an unforgettable escape. With the Discover Coco offers, travellers can enjoy 35% savings on their villa stay, making it the perfect time to plan an extraordinary Maldivian getaway.
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Timeless romance awaits at award-winning Coco Bodu Hithi

Nestled in the heart of the Malé Atoll, the Maldivian-owned resort Coco Bodu Hithi warmly welcomes couples to embrace romance and tranquillity this summer in one of the world’s most idyllic island getaways.
Far removed from the bustle of city life, Coco Bodu Hithi serves as a sanctuary where intimacy, nature, and luxury coexist in perfect harmony. Designed for couples in search of meaningful moments, the island offers a captivating escape – from peaceful barefoot strolls and shared experiences to thrilling adventures.
Recently named the Indian Ocean’s Most Romantic Resort at the 2025 World Travel Awards for the third consecutive year, Coco Bodu Hithi artfully blends modern comforts with traditional Maldivian charm. The resort boasts 98 expansive villas, each offering direct access to either the beach or lagoon. Thoughtfully designed to ensure privacy and relaxation, every villa promises a sense of seclusion and serenity.
Amongst the resort’s most celebrated accommodations are the Beach Villa with Pool and the iconic Coco Residence, both of which offer sweeping, uninterrupted views of the Indian Ocean. These settings provide a picture-perfect backdrop for couples to reconnect, with each moment shaped by a spirit of warm island hospitality that is both personal and unmistakably Maldivian.
Honoured as the Best Service Resort at the Condé Nast Johansens Awards for Excellence 2025, Coco Bodu Hithi presents a carefully curated selection of personalised romantic experiences. Guests may begin the day with a floating breakfast in their private pool, enjoy a five-course candlelit dinner beneath the stars at Pergola, or embark on a serene sunset cruise – each moment tailored to celebrate connection in the most memorable ways.
Celebrated by Weddings & Honeymoons magazine as one of the Top 50 Honeymoon Resorts in the World, Coco Bodu Hithi offers an exquisite backdrop for couples to honour their love. The thoughtfully designed Forever Yours Package delivers a romantic destination wedding experience in the Maldives, with a dedicated team attending to every detail. The package seamlessly blends the island’s natural beauty with traditional elements, all personalised to reflect the couple’s unique story, style, and preferences.
With its heartfelt hospitality, refined elegance, and awe-inspiring surroundings, Coco Bodu Hithi offers the ideal setting to begin a new chapter of togetherness – a private Maldivian paradise where timeless romance truly comes to life.
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