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Make your summer dreams come true at W Maldives
W Maldives welcomes groups of friends for an unforgettable getaway this summer break, with its stunning natural beauty, crystal-clear waters, and endless activities, offering a scenic backdrop for a fun and adventurous trip.
The epic adult’s playground is the ideal destination for those seeking the perfect combination of relaxation, exclusivity and thrill featuring 77 private suites and plenty of dining options. Guests can also indulge in countless activities including snorkelling, diving, and jet skiing, among others.
Sail off into a sunset cruise on the ESCAPE Yacht for a more intimate adventure, with a luxury two-cabin motorsailer that can be chartered for day excursions or overnight trips, allowing guests to embark on private dive trips to Whale Shark sighting points or to catch a glimpse of dolphins.
All the adventure can work up an appetite and W Maldives has you covered with a diverse selection of dining options. From mouth-watering Maldivian cuisine to a tantalising blend of Arabic, Indian, and Sri Lankan flavours and other island specialties, the vibrant mix of 6 restaurants and bars spread over the island ensures that every dining experience is infused with the beauty of the Maldives.
Guests who prefer a more laid-back activity can embark on a journey of inner vitality and relaxation at W Maldives’ award-winning AWAY® Spa. Here, skilled therapists provide world-class treatments that will leave guests feeling completely renewed. The overwater Spa, spread across an area of 66 square meters, comprises four treatment villas that offer both indoor and outdoor facilities with stunning views of the ocean. The extensive treatment menu is divided into Inner Glow, Outer Glow, and After Glow treatments, catering to guests who may be overworked, under-slept, or in need of rejuvenation. This ensures that guests leave the spa feeling revitalised and glowing.
And finally, for those looking to make the most of their summer, W Maldives has the ultimate solution – its own private island, Gaathafushi. Guests have the option to book the entire island for a private party with their group, allowing them to truly feel like VIPs with its breath-taking views and a unique setting, making it an ideal location to let loose and create unforgettable memories with friends.
Guests can take advantage of the resort’s ESCAPE! FLY AND DINE package, which includes all the essentials for a memorable stay. This package includes return shared seaplane transfers for two from and to Velana International Airport, daily buffet breakfast at KITCHEN®, daily three-course dinner for two in the designated restaurant, complimentary in-room W MIXBAR for non-alcoholic beverages, free use of snorkelling gear and non-motorised activities, and more. Guests must book a minimum of three nights to avail of this package.
For further information and bookings, please visit: www.wmaldives.com
InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort has been nominated in the “Resort” category of the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2026, one of the travel industry’s recognised measures of guest preference and brand standing.
Located in Raa Atoll, the resort is continuing to build its profile through its all-Club concept, service model and guest experiences shaped by both location and programme. As the Maldives’ first all-Club InterContinental resort, the property includes a set of signature benefits with each stay, including daily breakfast, afternoon tea and evening aperitif.
The resort features 81 beach, lagoon and overwater villas and residences, along with seven restaurants and bars. Its guest offering combines private accommodation with a range of tailored experiences, including manta ray encounters in the Maamunagau lagoon, customised Dining by Design experiences, visiting wellness practitioners and its Artist in Residence programme.
InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort is also positioned to serve both couples and families, through its family offering and adults-only Retreat enclave.
The nomination reflects continued recognition for a resort that combines service, experience-led programming and a natural setting within one of the Maldives’ established tourism atolls.
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.
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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