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From fasting to feasting, The Standard Maldives got it all for you
Looking for somewhere to celebrate Eid Al Fitr? Pack your bags and take your family to none other than The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives.
In The Standard’s iconic style, the resort explodes with art, colour and bags of personality, all while blending seamlessly with the Indian Ocean. Nestled in the Raa Atoll on Huruvalhi Island, the oasis is a short seaplane ride away from Malé, offering the perfect mix of relaxation and activities for families.
Taking you on an unforgettable family vacation, The Standard, Maldives offers an all-inclusive package designed to bring families closer together. From snorkelling in the crystal clear waters and a lineup of activities at the kids club, to watching a movie under the stars and family beach dinners, the all-inclusive meal plan has everything needed for an action-packed vacation.
Family-friendly Two-Bedroom Lagoon and Ocean Beach Villas are perfect for this family getaway and is located metres away from the white sandy beach – perfect for evening strolls and stargazing. The villas also offer a shared plunge pool and deck connecting the two rooms, so you can enjoy privacy and get together for a little relaxation.
The Standard, Maldives offers a unique program for their guests to celebrate Eid where they can enjoy exclusive events like the Sunset Cheers by the Beach, featuring Maldivian Boduberu music, and special dinners with an Eid theme at Kula and Guduguda restaurants. Children can also engage in free activities at the Lil Shark Kids Club, including creating Eid cards, making crafts using coconut leaves, and playing water balloon volleyball. Full programming for Eid al-Fitr you may find here.
Families can also indulge in a DIY Beverage class, a special lunch at Todis or Joos Cafe, yoga class for families, and babysitting every day for an hour.
Guests can also request private family excursions and exclusive special functions, and free usage of non-motorized water sport equipment. Additionally, adults also have complimentary access to fun activities, such as coconut fishing, beach volleyball, trivia night, pool parties, yoga, Maldivian Boduberu at Todi’s Beach, and more.
For a truly unique and unforgettable experience, families can take a day trip to a private sandbank and enjoy a picnic as the sun sets over the Indian Ocean. This secluded and picturesque location is perfect for a family outing. And for those looking to get up close and personal with the marine life, private excursions to swim with dolphins, manta rays, and turtles are also available upon request.
But that’s not all, The Standard Spa offers a range of relaxing and rejuvenating treatments that will leave guests feeling refreshed and renewed. From traditional Maldivian massages to facials and body treatments, there is something for everyone at the spa. After a day of exploring and adventure, unwind and pamper yourself at the spa and let your worries melt away.
Whether your vacation goals are to unwind and rejuvenate or to seek thrilling adventures, The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives offers a variety of options for a perfect family getaway.
For more information visit, https://www.standardhotels.com/maldives/specials/families-that-stay-together-play-together-at-the-standard-maldives
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Westin Maldives Miriandhoo introduces Family Fun Summer package
The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort has introduced its Family Fun Summer offer, aimed at families seeking longer island stays built around shared activities and rest. The offer is available for booking from 15 April to 15 June 2026, with a minimum stay of four nights for travel through to 20 December 2026.
Located within Baa Atoll, the Maldives’ first UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort is positioning the offer around family wellness, marine experiences and time spent together in a natural island setting. Seasonal snorkelling with manta rays in Hanifaru Bay remains one of the area’s key attractions, while the resort’s collection of beach and overwater villas is designed to accommodate families looking for space and flexibility during their stay.
For larger families and groups, the resort also offers the two-bedroom Heavenly Beach Residence, which includes a living room, kitchen and dining area intended to support longer and more relaxed island stays.
The resort says the guest experience can be shaped around both activity and downtime, supported by Westin’s Sleep Well concept and Heavenly Bed. Children have access to the Westin Family Kids Club, which includes a children’s pool and pirate ship, while parents can make use of Heavenly Spa by Westin.
Away from the villa, the resort is also promoting shared family experiences through Good Travel with Marriott Bonvoy activities focused on the culture and environment of Baa Atoll. These include traditional lacquer craft workshops, visits to local islands and guided marine activities in surrounding waters.
The Family Fun Summer package includes three meals per day, with children under 12 dining free of charge. It also includes a one-time dolphin cruise for two adults and two children, a 30-minute photography session with one printed photo, and a USD 150 resort credit.
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Reethi Faru Resort recognised in four categories at 2026 Haute Grandeur Awards
Reethi Faru Resort has been recognised at the 2026 Haute Grandeur Global Excellence Awards, receiving honours in four categories: Best Beach Villa in Indian Ocean, Best Pool Villa in Indian Ocean, Best Eco-Friendly Resort in Maldives, and Best Sustainable Hotel in Maldives.
The awards recognise performance across villa accommodation and environmentally focused hospitality, reflecting the resort’s emphasis on guest experience alongside sustainability and environmental stewardship.
According to the resort, the recognition supports its positioning within the Maldives market as a property that combines natural surroundings, accommodation standards and responsible hospitality practices.
Located on Filaidhoo in Raa Atoll, Reethi Faru Resort features 145 villas, including beachfront and overwater accommodation designed in a style that combines Maldivian elements with contemporary comfort.
The resort’s food and beverage offering includes six restaurants and six bars, while its leisure facilities cover watersports, diving, yoga, spa treatments and fitness activities. Surrounded by coral reefs, the resort also offers guests access to marine-based experiences in the Indian Ocean.
Sustainability remains a central part of the resort’s operations, with initiatives that include coral reef restoration and guest experiences linked to environmental awareness.
Through its recognition at the 2026 Haute Grandeur Global Excellence Awards, Reethi Faru Resort has added to its profile as a Maldives resort with a focus on both accommodation standards and sustainability.
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Sun Siyam Olhuveli launches Coral Frame Adoption programme on Earth Day
To mark Earth Day, Sun Siyam Olhuveli, part of the Lifestyle Collection within the House of Siyam, launched its new marine conservation initiative, the Adopt A Coral Frame experience, during a morning event held on 22 April at Milano Beach on Dream Island.
The initiative forms part of the resort’s wider marine conservation efforts and is designed to give guests a direct way to engage with coral restoration while supporting the protection of the surrounding reef ecosystem.
During the launch, guests were introduced to the coral restoration process through a hands-on experience that explained how new coral growth can be supported through frame-based planting. Under the programme, guests are invited to select and adopt a coral frame, attach healthy coral fragments to it, and take part in placing it within the lagoon to help form a new reef structure.
The process begins with the collection of healthy coral fragments under the guidance of the resort’s marine biologist. These fragments are then secured to specially designed coral frames and placed in selected areas within the resort’s coral garden, where conditions are intended to support growth and marine biodiversity. Guests who adopt a frame will also receive updates on its progress, including photographs shared every six months.
The resort said the programme is intended to make coral conservation more accessible to guests while also highlighting the role of reefs in supporting marine life, protecting coastlines and maintaining ocean ecosystems.
Chaminda Upul, Group Sustainability Manager for Sun Siyam, said the initiative was designed to give guests an opportunity to contribute in a direct way.
“Earth Day is a reminder that even the smallest actions can shape something far greater,” he said. “With Adopt-A-Coral Frame, we wanted to create an experience where our guests can leave a positive mark on the ocean. It’s simple, it’s meaningful, and it stays with you.”
Hassan Adil, General Manager of Sun Siyam Olhuveli, said the resort wanted to create an experience that combines guest participation with long-term environmental value.
“At Olhuveli, we believe the best experiences are the ones that stay with you long after you leave. Adopt-A-Coral is our way of inviting guests to be part of something lasting, while caring for the natural beauty that makes this place so special,” he said.
Part of the proceeds from each coral adoption will go towards Sun Siyam Care, the group’s sustainability platform, supporting marine conservation and reef restoration efforts.
Through the launch of Adopt A Coral Frame, Sun Siyam Olhuveli is combining guest experience with reef restoration, reflecting a wider focus on environmental engagement within its island operations.
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