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JOALI BEING unveils “A Gentle Renewal” for Easter 2025

JOALI BEING, recognised as the first wellbeing island of its kind in the Maldives, has announced its 2025 Easter theme, ‘A Gentle Renewal.’ Drawing inspiration from the Lesser Grass Blue Butterfly, commonly found in the Maldives, this year’s theme symbolises joy and harmony within nature, embodying the butterfly’s subtle beauty and transformative essence. From April 11 to 21, 2025, guests of all ages will have the opportunity to embark on a journey of self-discovery, togetherness, and joyful transformation amidst the island’s lush landscapes and tranquil shores.
Set against a backdrop of crystal-clear lagoons, pristine beaches, and swaying coconut palms, visitors at JOALI BEING will partake in an enriching calendar of Easter festivities, all designed to evoke the ‘Joy of Weightlessness’—a core philosophy of the island. Guided by a team of wellbeing experts and rooted in the Four Pillars of JOALI BEING—Mind, Skin, Microbiome, and Energy—the immersive daily Easter programming will include:
- Wellbeing Activities : Daily activities throughout the Easter celebration will feature aerial yoga, guided meditations, sound bathing, guided nature walks, Aufguss sauna sessions, a Nature’s Glow hydrating face gel-making workshop at the Herbology Centre, a traditional cacao ceremony, fitness classes, and more.
- Culinary Experiences: Easter celebrations will include a variety of distinctive culinary events such as an Indian Ocean dinner, traditional Easter dinner, Omakase and Sake dinner, Seaside Seafood dinner, a Sourdough masterclass, and additional cooking classes for the entire family. Guests will also have the opportunity to participate in cocktail-making and herbal tea workshops led by the island’s Tea Sommelier.
- Fitness and Sports: The island offers padel and tennis courts surrounded by lush greenery, an Easter run, functional training classes, boxing, and specialty fitness classes for children, including beach volleyball and meditation.
- Ocean Adventures: Located within one of the world’s largest and deepest atolls, the island provides a variety of ocean-based activities, such as sunset ceremonies, dolphin cruises, snorkeling, parasailing, sunset fishing, and discussions with marine biologists about the island’s sustainability initiatives.
- Visiting Practitioner: JOALI BEING will once again welcome Carlos Aparicio for a transformative journey. He will introduce guests to Biocuántica – Original, a scientific technique designed to harmonise perception, enhance Brain-Heart coherence, and activate self-healing. Through this practice, participants can align clear intentions with elevated emotions to achieve renewed balance.
Families will also have the opportunity to experience an unforgettable getaway at B’Kidult, a multi-generational playground offering specially curated Easter activities for all ages. With a focus on early-stage learning and wellbeing, B’Kidult fosters a nurturing environment where young guests can deepen their connection with nature, build self-confidence, and develop lifelong health and fitness skills. The Easter programming at B’Kidult includes:
- Hello, Montessori: Brain Gym – A session featuring puzzles, memory games, and problem-solving activities to enhance focus, creativity, and critical thinking in young travelers.
- Fun & Fitness for Kids: Basic Boxing – An energetic class designed to teach basic boxing techniques, footwork, and fitness drills while promoting coordination, safety, and confidence.
- Breathe, Bend, & Play: Fun Yoga for Kids – A combination of yoga and playful activities to help children relax, improve flexibility, and build strength through creative movement and games.
- Potion Masters: Mocktail Making – A masterclass where young participants learn to create colorful and delicious mocktails while exploring different flavour combinations and garnishing techniques.
- Trash to Treasure: Eco Art – A hands-on activity focused on recycling and upcycling, teaching children how to transform everyday waste into creative art projects while promoting environmental sustainability.
- Spring into Joy: Easter Sunday Celebration – A day filled with multi-generational activities, including arts and crafts, face painting, treasure hunting, and an Easter egg hunt.
- A Creative Adventure: Easter Egg Decoration – A festive experience where participants can decorate chocolate eggs while enjoying sweet treats.
- An Easter Adventure: Bunny’s Treasure Hunt – A family-friendly quest involving clues, riddles, and teamwork to uncover hidden treasures, encouraging problem-solving and creativity.
General Manager Graeme Freeman expressed the significance of the celebration, stating, “Easter is a time to celebrate renewal, transformation, and boundless possibilities. At JOALI BEING, guests of all ages are invited to embark on an unforgettable journey of rejuvenation with their loved ones, experiencing the joy and serenity that await on our wellbeing island.”
JOALI BEING offers a transformative wellbeing experience deeply rooted in nature. Through sustainable practices, biophilic design, and educational opportunities, guests are immersed in the natural beauty of the Maldives. The island’s commitment to sustainability and conservation is exemplified through partnerships such as the Olive Ridley Project and the dedicated Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Centre, ensuring the preservation of the marine environment for future generations.
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Kuramathi Maldives brings families together with fortnightly children’s programme

Kuramathi Maldives has introduced the new Bageecha Kids Club fortnightly programme, designed to inspire creativity, nurture curiosity, and create memorable holidays for children. The two-week programme, which began on 25 August, offers a wide range of engaging activities for children of different ages and interests. Bageecha Kids Club aims to create lasting memories, build friendships, and enhance family holidays. With this initiative, Kuramathi Maldives continues its commitment to delivering enriching experiences for guests of all ages.
The pirate-themed club is specially designed for children aged 3 to 12 years and operates daily from 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Families travelling with children under the age of three may request babysitting services at an additional charge, ensuring that younger guests are also well cared for during their stay at Kuramathi.
Week 1:
- Monday – Art & Nature Day: Activities include a scavenger hunt, nature crafts, and fitness games. Children can build sandcastles on the beach, take part in pool activities, enjoy splash pad games, and explore watercolour painting.
- Tuesday – Ocean Adventures: Young participants can enjoy reef crafts, pool activities, and an underwater wildlife masterclass, concluding with fish tattoos and aquatic-themed fun.
- Wednesday – Sports Day: The day features mini-Olympics, children’s yoga, and beach volleyball, followed by pool time and a BBQ lunch.
- Thursday – Pirate & Mermaid Day: Children create treasure maps, embark on a treasure hunt, and learn to make pirate hats and mermaid crowns. The day concludes with splash games and a film.
- Friday – Superhero Adventure: Children design their own costumes, take part in beach games, and enjoy kite flying, before ending the day with a superhero disco.
- Saturday – Tropical Explorers: The programme includes animal crafts, jungle walks, coconut bowling, and pool activities, followed by a cinema session with popcorn.
- Sunday – Maldivian Culture & Heritage: Children are invited to learn Dhivehi phrases, craft miniature Dhonis, and practise traditional drumming. Palm leaf weaving and poolside activities round off the day.
Week 2:
- Monday – Eco & Green Day: Children make bookmarks and recycled art, alongside beach games, pool activities, and a nature walk.
- Tuesday – Underwater Wonders: Activities include underwater crafts, painting seascapes, a reef quiz, and laboratory time at the Eco Centre.
- Wednesday – Beach Olympics: The day features yoga, beach activities, pool time, a BBQ lunch, dance and movement sessions, hydroponic gardening, and a mini triathlon.
- Thursday – Creative Mind: Budding artists work on a group mural and nature journals, alongside pool adventures, water games, and a dance party.
- Friday – Animal Kingdom: The schedule includes animal-themed crafts, a relay race, pool activities, board games, and a paper plane contest.
- Saturday – Pirate Adventure: Children take part in crafts, pool games, and a treasure hunt, designing their own ship as part of the day’s activities.
- Sunday – Adventure & Fun: The final day brings a dance competition, superhero quiz, memory games, an obstacle course, and relay races.
The Bageecha Kids Club fortnightly programme provides children with the opportunity to experience creativity, fun, and cultural discovery, ensuring a memorable holiday for families at Kuramathi Maldives
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The Nautilus Maldives launches children’s sustainability workshops in partnership with ecoBirdy

On 29 October 2025, as the world celebrates conscious living, The Nautilus Maldives, an ultra-luxury bohemian private island hideaway, invites families to embark on a journey of transformation, creativity, and renewal. Debuting on World Sustainability Day, The Nautilus introduces a new series of monthly sustainability workshops for families, developed by ecoBirdy, a like-minded innovator in circular design.

Earlier this year, The Nautilus introduced its sustainability partnership with ecoBirdy—an award-winning, family-run design brand renowned for its imaginative approach to socially and environmentally responsible design. Curated for Young Wonderers, this collaboration now deepens with immersive, hands-on workshops designed to blend creativity, learning, and environmental awareness.

Each workshop invites children and their families to discover the hidden potential in plastic waste. Through the guided storytelling of ecoBirdy’s “Journey to a New Life” based on real-world research, young minds trace the path of discarded toys—where they drift, how they degrade, and how they can be reimagined through the art of upcycling.

The storytelling soon turns into meaningful action. Children take part in a gentle beach clean-up, gathering plastic fragments from the island’s shores. Back at Young Wonderers, they sort, shred, and reshape reclaimed materials using the first recycling injection machine of its kind in the Maldives to craft a nautilus shell with a colourful swirl effect—created by ecoBirdy exclusively for The Nautilus. The final creation is The Nautilus Pendant, finished with locally-sourced Banyan Tree rope—a quiet, elegant symbol of transformation and mindful intent.

More than a creative activity, this experience is an invitation to rethink value, explore circularity, and return home with a keepsake that embodies care, consciousness, and creativity. Through this ongoing partnership with ecoBirdy, The Nautilus reaffirms its commitment to a more sustainable future and conscious living—where even the smallest hands and gestures can leave a meaningful mark.
To book, contact The Nautilus at hello@thenautilusmaldives.com or visit the resort’s website here.
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Island living redefined: Le Méridien Maldives offers enriching family retreat

Set against the backdrop of a tranquil lagoon and unspoilt beaches on the private island of Thilamaafushi in Lhaviyani Atoll, Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa provides an ideal setting for multigenerational travel. Emphasising connection, creativity, and discovery, the resort offers families a tropical haven where shared moments unfold effortlessly—from the stillness of sunrise to the warm hues of Au Soleil’s golden hour.
The resort presents two-bedroom beachfront and overwater villas, thoughtfully designed to balance privacy with shared living. Each villa comprises a master bedroom and twin room, a private pool, indoor and outdoor lounge areas, and direct access to either the lagoon or the shoreline. For those seeking greater exclusivity, the three-bedroom Thilamaafushi Beach Villa delivers an expansive indoor-outdoor living experience, complete with a private beach, infinity pool, Jacuzzi, and direct access to the turquoise sea—ideal for larger family holidays or special occasions.
Families are encouraged to build their days around meaningful activities, with curated experiences tailored to all ages. Guests may snorkel the vibrant house reef, take a dolphin cruise, or engage in friendly matches on the padel court. Evenings bring a sense of togetherness, with karaoke, bingo, and open-air cinema creating a lively and inclusive atmosphere.
Le Méridien’s sun-drenched Au Soleil offers a vibrant gathering space for families to enjoy live music, refreshments, and signature treats. Poolside games and summery beverages are served alongside ocean vistas, while children can savour Le Scoop homemade gelato in a laid-back beachfront setting—an ideal stop between island escapades.
Reinforcing the resort’s dedication to sustainability, the Marine Conservation Hub provides an engaging educational experience for guests of all ages. Families can explore the local marine ecosystem with the resident biologists and take part in hands-on conservation efforts during their visit.
The Greenhouse, one of the Maldives’ largest hydroponic gardens, complements these efforts. Guests are invited to participate in the Family Foraging experience, where they can learn about hydroponic farming, harvest fresh produce together, and enjoy a communal Harvest Table—an experience designed to spark curiosity and environmental mindfulness in younger guests.
At the Le Méridien Family Kids Hub, children are immersed in a world of creative learning. This vibrant space hosts a variety of daily activities including arts and crafts, junior mixology classes, marine awareness sessions, and a signature kids’ night camping experience. While children are engaged, parents can unwind at the overwater Explore Spa, join a Sip & Paint session at La Vie bar, or enjoy bespoke destination dining. Babysitting services are also available for toddlers and infants, ensuring parents can enjoy peaceful moments throughout their stay.
The resort’s six restaurants and bars offer diverse dining experiences suited to every palate. Mediterranean cuisine is served at Riviera, while Japanese specialities and Teppanyaki are featured at Tabemasu. Velaa Bar + Grill offers wood-fired pizzas, and Turquoise provides a broad international menu. Each venue delivers a unique culinary journey, blending global flavours with locally sourced ingredients.
With sweeping views of the ocean and soft white sands, Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa promises an enriching family escape where connection, exploration, and joy are seamlessly woven into each day.
Families booking the Family Adventure offer will enjoy a range of added benefits, including complimentary stays and meals for children under 12, daily half-board for the whole family, access to the Kids Hub, daily marine education sessions, non-motorised watersports, and more. The offer is available for bookings and stays through to 31 December 2025.
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