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Celebrate The Year of The Dragon at Patina Maldives
Nestled within the Fari Islands archipelago, Patina Maldives is set to captivate discerning guests with a festive Lunar New Year celebration from February 9 to 16, 2024. The resort extends a warm welcome, unveiling a seamless fusion of familial bonds, joyous celebrations, and enriching wellness experiences for all its guests.
Explore the curated festivities at Patina Maldives, seamlessly blending contemporary luxury with traditional charm, promising an unparalleled Lunar New Year experience.
Ignite the Spirit of Celebration
The festivities kick off with the mesmerising Lion Dance Troupe, offering a captivating performance that heralds the auspicious arrival of the Lunar New Year. Guests will partake in the spectacle, igniting a celebratory spirit that resonates throughout the island.
Crafted Family Fun & More
For families and children, the resort offers a specially curated program of activities. From crafting seasonal lanterns to enjoying family movie nights, the programme includes a variety of engaging options such as Chinese Lantern Making, Traditional Dumplings Making, Chinese Zodiac Bingo, ensuring cherished moments for all.
Culinary Delights and Unforgettable Experiences
Indulge your senses in a chef-curated summer hotpot experience, blending the finest Eastern flavours in savoury and spicy broths. The Lunar New Year’s Eve Celebration at Portico, on February 9, 2024, promises a delectable Asian Fusion dinner, live music, and an exciting lucky draw. Participate in the Traditional Prosperity Toss, a Cantonese-style raw fish salad ritual symbolising good luck and prosperity. Raise a glass to prosperity with the beverage offerings at Veli Bar, Wok Society, and Portico, featuring a selection of craft beers to toast to the new year ahead.
Mindful Rest and Eastern Wellness
Escape the hustle and bustle with a session in the Sensory Deprivation Tank, providing you with a disconnection from all external influences. Enclosed in serene silence, the Sensory Deprivation Tank allows
for improved sleep, reduced stress, and enhanced spiritual clarity. Alternatively, book yourself a session with one of the world’s most discerning Eastern wellness-seekers, David Melladew, offering private, one-on-one wellness consultations and personalised treatments. Immerse yourself in Qigong Classes, embracing the ancient art of moving meditation, fostering mental calmness, improved balance, and enhanced body coordination.
For more information, please visit Patina Maldives or contact reservations.maldives@patinahotels.com.
JEN Maldives Malé has introduced the Shangri-La Circle (SLC) loyalty programme, offering dining benefits for guests from 1 April to 31 December 2026.
The programme provides free and instant membership, allowing guests to access discounts and earn reward points on dining experiences at the property. Members receive a 15 per cent discount on their first dining purchase upon joining, along with ongoing 15 per cent savings on food and beverage.
Guests can enrol in the programme through the Shangri-La Circle mobile application. Membership benefits include reward points on eligible spending, which can be redeemed for future dining and hotel experiences.
The offer applies to regular dining experiences and excludes tobacco, special theme buffet nights, and other ongoing promotions.
JEN Maldives Malé stated that the programme is designed to provide value to guests while enhancing dining experiences at the hotel. The initiative also reflects Shangri-La’s focus on strengthening guest engagement through loyalty-based offerings.
Members are required to present their digital membership card at the time of billing to access the benefits.
The hotel is promoting the programme through its social media channels, in-house displays, and digital platforms. Guests can download the Shangri-La Circle application or sign up at the hotel to begin using the programme.
Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives has been nominated in the Resorts category for the Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards 2026 (UK) and the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2026 (US), marking a further development in the resort’s international recognition.
The Readers’ Choice Awards are based on traveller feedback and are considered a key benchmark within the global travel industry. The dual nomination reflects the resort’s presence across international markets and its engagement with guests from different regions.
The nomination follows a series of recognitions for the resort. In 2025, Kuda Villingili was ranked among the Top 5 Overseas Leisure Resorts Worldwide in the Condé Nast Traveller Middle East Readers’ Choice Awards, placing fifth globally. It was also listed among the Top Resorts in the Indian Ocean in the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2025 (US). The resort was similarly recognised in the 2024 edition of the awards.
Located in North Malé Atoll, approximately 30 minutes by speedboat from Velana International Airport, Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives offers 75 villas and residences, each with private pools and views of the surrounding ocean.
The resort features eight restaurants and three bars, including Japanese-Peruvian dining at Mar-Umi and Teppanyaki by Mar-Umi. Other dining options include Asian cuisine at East and grill offerings at Fire. Additional facilities include a cigar lounge, a large swimming pool, a spa with overwater treatment villas, and a range of wellness and recreational activities such as yoga, sound therapy and surfing.
Amjad Thaufeeg, Commercial Director at Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives, stated that the nominations reflect feedback from guests across international markets and noted the importance of maintaining consistent service standards.
Voting for the Readers’ Choice Awards 2026 is open until 30 June 2026, with results scheduled to be announced in November 2026.
Baros Maldives is set to host a curated Earth Day experience titled Earth Day in Bloom on 22 April 2026, offering guests an evening programme centred on sustainability, nature and locally sourced ingredients.
The event will begin at 6:30pm at the resort’s Chef’s Garden, where guests will be welcomed with a Garden Spritz before taking part in a guided tour of the garden. The tour will introduce participants to local herbs and island-grown produce cultivated on the property.
As part of the programme, guests will be invited to plant their own herb, contributing to the garden while engaging in an activity aligned with environmental awareness. The experience will continue with a garden dinner starting at 7pm, featuring a menu designed around fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced from the island.
An optional pairing of organic wines will also be available, providing an additional element to the dining experience.
The event is priced at USD 175 per person, excluding applicable service charge and taxes. Reservations can be made through the resort’s butler service.
The initiative reflects Baros Maldives’ focus on sustainability-led guest experiences, integrating environmental awareness with culinary offerings and on-island activities.
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