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SO/ Maldives’ all-inclusive package offers ultimate island retreat
Nestled serenely within the turquoise embrace of Emboodhoo Lagoon, SO/ Maldives is the avant-garde island paradise redefining modern luxury. This exquisite retreat welcomes those in search of a blissful escape, offering a spectacular and memorable stay. A haven for modern adventurers, design enthusiasts, tranquillity-seekers, and joyful groups of friends and family, SO/ Maldives seamlessly blends captivating aesthetics, exceptional dining, and unforgettable experiences.
Created to spark lasting memories, SO/ Maldives’ ‘ALL Is Covered’ package is thoughtfully designed to elevate te ultimate getaway for friends and family. Enjoy a three-night stay in this meticulously curated island retreat, with complimentary return speedboat transfers that effortlessly transport you to this luxurious paradise.
Unwind in one of the sleek, artisanally-designed villas, where wraparound glass windows offer a true connection to the lush Maldivian waters and tropical landscape. Tucked away in an idyllic beach enclave, the modern and elegant Family Beach Pool Villa with Capsule has everything a family needs to recharge and have fun, including a specially designed kids’ pod.
The Two-Bedroom Lagoon Beach Pool Loft is a stylish retreat set over two levels, allowing guests to step directly onto the pristine white sands of the turquoise lagoon. Offering a perfect blend of natural beauty and laidback luxury, this spacious beach loft offers indoor-outdoor living with a private pool, lush tropical foliage, and stunning views of the turquoise reef.
For those wishing to stay closer to the water, the Two- and Three-Bedroom Ocean Water Pool Ateliers are luxurious retreats suspended over water that epitomise modern luxury with signature artistic flair, each designed with a seamless blend of indoor and outdoor living, private pools, wraparound decks, and panoramic ocean views. The Two-Bedroom Ocean Water Pool Atelier spans two spacious levels, featuring a master bedroom, separate living and dining areas with plush furnishings, sculptural detailing, and artisanal touches. The Three-Bedroom Ocean Water Pool Atelier elevates the experience with an additional bedroom, offering a vast two-story layout designed for maximum privacy and comfort. It includes a spacious living and dining area with wraparound decks on both floors, a master bedroom with a panoramic deck, and two additional bedrooms on the upper level. Guests can step into the turquoise waters directly from their villa or unwind in a giant curved tub overlooking the ocean.
The package’s all-inclusive meal and beverage plan takes guests on a delicious culinary journey, through the resort’s innovative and diverse dining venues. At The Citronelle Club, an all-day dining destination, diners can explore a menu of Pan-Asian cuisine where flavours are artfully woven into each dish. Lazuli Beach Club, a sophisticated day-to-night beach bar inspired by the French Riviera, offers a vibrant atmosphere for sunbathing around its multi-coloured mosaic pool featuring a menu with creative and healthy Mediterranean fare. Located in the hotel’s stunning Arrival Pavilion, Hadaba is the resort’s signature restaurant that celebrates the essence of Arabian nights with Levantine slow-cooked dishes and smoked delicacies.
Guests booking the ‘ALL is Covered’ package will also be treated to a one-time in-villa breakfast for a leisurely morning in the privacy of their own villa. This gourmet breakfast features a variety of selections, from fresh tropical fruits and pastries to a choice of international and local favourites, all served with a side of breathtaking views.
Additional perks include professional babysitting services conducted by highly trained professionals, ensuring peace of mind for parents, and a safe, enjoyable experience for younger children. While the little ones are kept busy, parents can enjoy some well-deserved alone time at the Wellness Camp with the generous spa credit, allowing indulgence in nourishing treatments that promise complete relaxation.
To add a creative twist to the getaway, the package also includes a group experience at The Clay Studio Maldives. This engaging pottery class invites guests to explore their artistic side while learning the traditional craft of pottery under the guidance of skilled artisans, making for a fun and memorable activity that is perfect for all ages.
While on the island, guests can engage in a carefully curated selection of activities designed to craft an unforgettable holiday. For those with a thirst for adventure and a love of nature, the resort offers a diverse range of thrilling pursuits including non-motorised water sports such as stand-up paddle-boarding or transparent kayaking. The ocean’s allure continues with the Sunset Dolphin Cruise and Shark and Ray Excursions that offer an exciting opportunity to witness these magnificent creatures up close.
The Zone invites guests of all ages to enjoy its interactive game room and inviting outdoor deck, while children aged four to eleven can explore a world of creativity and fun at The Nest, the resort’s dedicated kids’ club.
Whether you’re in search of excitement, tranquillity, or a harmonious mix of both, SO/ Maldives delivers an exceptional escape that makes it an ideal destination for creating cherished memories with loved ones.
Amilla Maldives is hosting holistic wellness practitioner Nongluck Chuaychuang, known as Nikki, for a month-long residency at the resort’s Javvu Spa.
Running from 2 to 30 August 2026, the residency offers guests a collection of treatments focused on physical relaxation, energy alignment and mental wellbeing.
A Reiki Master and sound healing specialist, Nikki has practised at luxury wellness destinations around the world. During her residency at Amilla, she is offering treatments tailored to guests’ individual needs, with sessions designed to release physical tension, support energy flow and encourage relaxation.
“True healing begins when we give ourselves the space to slow down, listen within, and return to our natural rhythm,” Nikki said.
The programme includes The Nikki Essence, her signature holistic massage, as well as Reiki Energy Healing, which focuses on subtle body alignment.
Guests can also take part in sound bath journeys using Tibetan and crystal bowls, or book intuitive bodywork sessions designed to provide restorative release.
The residency forms part of Javvu Spa’s wellness programme, which incorporates treatments and practices intended to support physical and emotional balance.
Sessions are available at Javvu Spa throughout the residency, with advance reservations recommended.
This September, Milaidhoo Maldives invites guests to press pause and reconnect with what matters most. From 18th to 20th September, the boutique island retreat in Baa Atoll, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, will mark World Wellness Weekend with a thoughtfully curated programme of experiences celebrating movement, mindfulness and the simple joy of being immersed in nature.
At Milaidhoo, wellbeing isn’t centred on strict routines or quick fixes. It comes naturally through the island’s slower pace, the restorative power of the ocean, time spent outdoors and fresh, nourishing cuisine inspired by the Maldives. On the small island, guests are gently encouraged to switch off, breathe deeply and savour each moment.
This philosophy is reflected at Serenity Spa, where a dedicated team of therapists and wellness practitioners share a deeply personal approach to wellbeing. Every treatment is thoughtfully tailored, blending time-honoured healing traditions with genuine care to help guests relax and restore themselves.
To celebrate World Wellness Weekend, Milaidhoo has created a three-day programme of complimentary and signature experiences, from sunrise yoga and aqua meditation to aerial wellness sessions and a workshop on mental wellbeing led by visiting practitioner Dr Lim Xiang Jun, who combines traditional healing wisdom with modern medical knowledge. Guests and the Milaidhoo Family members will also come together for Moving Together, a relaxed community jog along the Water Villa Jetty, celebrating the wellbeing that comes from sharing experiences with others.
Programme of activities as follows for the World Wellness Weekend:
Friday, 18th September 2026
08.00 – Complimentary Morning Yoga
Yoga Pavilion
Begin the day with a gentle yoga practice surrounded by the peaceful sounds of the ocean.
11.00 – Mental Wellbeing and Stress Management Workshop
Yoga Pavilion | Complimentary | 45 minutes
Led by Dr Lim Xiang Jun, visiting practitioner at Milaidhoo. A Modern Traditional Doctor, Dr. Lim combines traditional healing practices with modern medical knowledge, sharing practical approaches to managing stress and supporting mental wellbeing.
19.00 – Moonlit Sound Journey
Yoga Pavilion | $35++ per person (minimum of 4 guests)
A calming evening experience using sound and vibration to encourage deep relaxation beneath the Maldivian night sky.
Saturday, 19th September 2026
08.00 – Complimentary Aqua Workout
Compass Pool
A refreshing water-based workout to energise the body and mind.
11.00 – Group Aerial Yoga Flow
$35++ per person (minimum 4 guests)
A guided aerial yoga session combining movement, balance and mindful breathing.
16:30 – Moving Together
Water Villa Jetty | Complimentary
A one-hour relaxed jog along the Water Villa jetty, open to all guests and Milaidhoo Family members, celebrating movement and connection.
Sunday, 20th September 2026
08.00 – Complimentary Morning Yoga
Yoga Pavilion
11.00 – Aqua Sonic Meditation
Compass Pool | Complimentary
A unique meditation experience combining the calming environment of water with soothing sounds.
15.00 – Aerial Thai Wellness
Yoga Pavilion | $35++ per person (minimum of 4 guests)
A gentle wellness session inspired by Thai therapeutic movement techniques.
At Milaidhoo, wellbeing is not something to be added to island life, it is naturally part of it.
This World Wellness Weekend, guests are invited to take time for themselves, discover new ways to unwind and enjoy the simple pleasures of being fully present.
Vakkaru Maldives, the award-winning private island resort set within the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of the Baa Atoll, has revealed the launch of a new villa category: the Overwater Villa with Pool.
The new Overwater Villa with Pool is available to book now for stays from 22 October 2026 onwards. Combining the spacious, light-filled layout and direct lagoon access that define a stay at Vakkaru with the addition of a private pool suspended above the water, the new category offers an enhanced overwater experience. Each villa offers 165 sqm of villa space and a private pool of 23 sqm, creating an intimate sanctuary where the lagoon begins at the doorstep and the horizon stretches uninterrupted to the edge of the Indian Ocean.
Comprising odd-numbered villas 211 to 245, the new Overwater Villa with Pool category sits within Vakkaru’s carefully considered overwater collection, which also includes the resort’s signature Overwater Deluxe Pool Villa. The new category has been designed for guests who seek the freedom of private outdoor space alongside the calm and seclusion that only an overwater setting can offer.
Introductory rates for 2026 start from US$1,650++ per night in low season, with shoulder season rates from US$1,950++ and festive season rates from US$4,500++. All rates are combinable with current seasonal offers.
To better reflect the distinction within its overwater collection, Vakkaru Maldives will simultaneously rename the current Overwater Pool Villa category to Overwater Deluxe Pool Villa. This is a name change only, with no amendments to villa features, inventory or rates.
Vakkaru Maldives was recognised with one MICHELIN Key in the MICHELIN Guide Hotel Selection 2025 and was recently ranked No. 9 among the Best Resorts in Asia in the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2026. The resort was also named World’s Leading Private Island Resort and Indian Ocean’s Leading Resort at the World Travel Awards 2025, marking its sixth consecutive year of recognition.
For reservations, please visit vakkarumaldives.com or contact reservations@vakkarumaldives.com.
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