Family
Maamunagau Easter Wonderland
This year’s Easter celebration are just around the corner and it is about time to plan the Easter holidays with partners, family and friends. The InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort welcomes guests to a magical Easter Wonderland this April 2023.
Guests are welcome to enjoy the island’s tropical beauty, to relax and unwind over the Easter holidays. The delectable Easter activities will keep the young ones entertained and excited, while exceptional dining experiences, cooking classes, and the visiting World Sushi Champion Pepi Anevski delight the others. For the extra family fun, none other than Dick & Dom, the British comedy and entertainment double act, will be jetting in to DJ and perform for the Maamunagau guests.
Visiting Chef Pepi Anevski will headline the culinary events during this Easter celebrations, curating exciting Sushi experiences and menus throughout. The sushi aficionado rose to fame when named World Sushi Champion and World’s Most Creative Sushi Master during more than 15 years career in Japanese cuisine. Currently he is creating exceptional sushi experiences, overseeing sushi head chefs from around the world, spreading his passion and sharing his experiences with a new generation of sushi chefs to come.
The main even on Easter Sunday will invite guests into the magical world of Alice in Wonderland with an Easter Egg Island Hunt for the whole family, a fun Easter Pirate Cruise – the Easter Bunny might need some help – plenty of culinary events and the first Manta Trust Charity Run on Maamunagau.
Another highlight will be the performance of Dick & Dom DJing and bringing a touch of magic during the Alice in Wonderland Afternoon Tea party. The duo will curate magical moments for the kids and their families. Naturally, their famous DJ set shouldn’t be missed as they will take on the turn tables during the Easter evening hours as well. Due to their long reigning TV and entertainment career, the BAFTA award winners are known to young and old, complementing a magical Easter experience on Maamunagau island with their unique style.
Not to miss for small and tall is a visit to the Chocolate Factory at The Collective, a Maamunagau Easter highlight since 2020. Already during the last years, our culinary team has outdone themselves in transforming the Collective into a Chocolate Wonderland of art and display for the yearly Easter celebrations. Guests can marvel but also pick, choose and taste the wide range of organic chocolate collection, inspired by the magical adventures of Alice in Wonderland, Easter and the wonders of nature that can only be found in the Maldives.
Another highlight of the Easter weekend at Maamunagau will be the first Manta Trust Charity Run. Guests are encouraged, not to just participate but to collect donations with their run for The Manta Trust. The Manta Trust is one of the world’s leading manta ray research organisations and part of the heart and soul of the InterContinental Maldives.
For families and children, the Planet Trekker Easter programme is fun packed with activities for everyone. From classic Easter egg hunts, to plenty of arts and crafts to the exciting and oh so loved Pirate Cruise in the Maamunagau Lagoon.
Find out more in the Maamunagau Easter Wonderland Brochure. Rates for stays at InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort in April start from USD 1323 ++ per night in a Water Pool Villa, including breakfast for two. For more information, please visit www.maldives.intercontinental.com or contact us directly at reservations.icmaldives@ihg.com.
Family
Reethi Faru Resort celebrates Halloween with family activities and costume party
On 31 October, Reethi Faru Resort invites guests to discover a different side of the Maldives, as the island transforms into a tropical Halloween escape filled with family fun, creative costumes, music, themed dining and unforgettable island moments.
Set against the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, Halloween at Reethi Faru brings together the playful spirit of the season with the natural beauty and relaxed atmosphere of a Maldivian island. From afternoon activities for younger guests to an evening costume celebration, the programme offers something for everyone.

Halloween Fun for Little Ones
The celebrations begin with a dedicated afternoon of Halloween fun for younger guests. Children can get into the spirit of the occasion with face painting, themed games and specially curated activities designed to encourage creativity, imagination and plenty of laughter.
Families are invited to embrace the occasion together, with little ones transforming into their favourite Halloween characters before enjoying an afternoon of playful island adventures.
A Night of Costumes, Music and Celebration
As the sun sets and the island takes on a different atmosphere, the celebrations continue with the Halloween Costume Party.
Guests are invited to dress up and join an evening of DJ music, dancing and Halloween entertainment, with the island providing a unique tropical setting for creative costumes and festive fun.
From mysterious characters to imaginative creations, the costume party brings guests together for an evening where the unexpected feels right at home in paradise.
A Halloween Feast with a Tropical Twist
Food is at the heart of every celebration, and Halloween at Reethi Faru is no exception.
The resort’s culinary team will create a specially themed Halloween buffet, featuring a selection of international and local flavours presented with a creative seasonal twist. From the buffet to the bar, the Halloween spirit continues with specially prepared Halloween cocktails, adding a playful finishing touch to the evening.

Halloween Under the Maldivian Sky
Celebrating Halloween in the Maldives offers a setting unlike any other.
As darkness falls, the sounds of the ocean replace the bustle of everyday life, while the moonlight reflects across the lagoon and the island’s tropical surroundings create an atmospheric backdrop for the evening’s celebrations.
This combination of Halloween tradition and Maldivian island life makes the experience at Reethi Faru distinctive. The result is a celebration that feels festive and familiar, yet entirely at home in paradise.
Whether travelling with family, enjoying a romantic escape or simply looking to experience the Maldives in a different way, guests can join the festivities and create their own Halloween memories on the island.
A Different Kind of Halloween
On 31 October, Reethi Faru Resort invites guests to leave the ordinary behind and experience Halloween where tropical island life meets the spirit of the season.
With creative activities, costumes, music, cuisine and the beauty of the Maldivian night providing the backdrop, Halloween at Reethi Faru offers a celebration that is playful, atmospheric and uniquely island-inspired.
Cooking
Kuredhivaru Resort and Spa sets season of culinary experiences and island celebrations
Kuredhivaru Resort and Spa is set to welcome guests to a season of dining, family celebrations and island experiences, with a programme of events taking place from September through October.
The season begins with the Japanese Cocktail & Dining Experience on 26 September, featuring a six-course dinner inspired by the flavours of Japan and Peru. Guests can look forward to dishes including yellowfin tuna tartare, robata-grilled octopus, butter-poached lobster and slow-braised beef short rib, finished with a refreshing citrus dessert.

The dinner will be accompanied by cocktails created by award-winning Japanese bartender Norihiko Furuse, known for his creative and sustainable approach to mixology, bringing together Japanese spirits, seasonal fruits, local herbs and botanical ingredients.
On 3 October, Kuredhivaru will bring a taste of Germany to the Maldives with its annual Oktoberfest Celebration. Guests can enjoy Bavarian favourites including roast pork knuckle, beef goulash, German sausages, BBQ pork ribs and freshly baked pretzels, followed by classic desserts such as apple strudel, Black Forest cake and Bavarian cream. Live music and games will add to the festive atmosphere.

The celebrations continue with Halloween at Kuredhivaru from 30 to31 October, bringing two days of family-friendly activities, including Kids Club experiences, costume creations, the Rising Star Halloween Fashion Show, pumpkin carving, themed games, creative workshops and deliciously Halloween-inspired dining, and a few surprises lurking around every corner.

From the tiniest trick-or-treaters to grown-ups ready to join the fun, it’s Halloween island- style, full of imagination, laughter, sparkle and just the right amount of spooky!

With a mix of culinary experiences and seasonal celebrations, Kuredhivaru’s upcoming programme offers guests different ways to enjoy the island throughout the season.

For reservations or inquiries, guests are encouraged to contact the resort at Resort.Kuredhivaru.Reservations@ennismore.com or +960 656 3000.
Awards
ROBINSON NOONU wins Best Fun & Friendly Resort title for second time
ROBINSON NOONU has been named Best Fun & Friendly Resort at the Travel Trade Maldives (TTM) Awards 2026 for the second time. This marks the fourth consecutive TTM award for ROBINSON Clubs in the Maldives.
“Receiving the award for the second time is particularly gratifying. It shows that our concept resonates with both our guests and our industry partners, whilst we continue to follow our own path. ROBINSON NOONU has its very own character,” says General Manager Jan Karliczek.

ROBINSON NOONU is located on Orivaru Island in the Noonu Atoll. Guests stay in beach and water villas, many with direct ocean access or private pools. The club’s house reef invites snorkelling and diving. Sports offerings include fitness classes from yoga to HOT IRON as well as padel. The resort also features special event weeks, diverse entertainment, and programmes for children and teenagers.

With this latest recognition, ROBINSON continues its TTM Awards success in the Maldives: ROBINSON MALDIVES won awards in 2023 and 2025, whilst ROBINSON NOONU impressed in the Best Fun & Friendly Resort category in 2024 and now 2026.
The TTM Awards are among the most prestigious accolades in the Maldivian tourism industry and are presented annually at the international TTM Maldives trade fair. Winners are determined through online voting accessible via the TTM website. In 2026, awards were presented across 32 categories.
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