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Kuda Villingili Maldives welcomes New Year with music, memories, magic ‘Through the Decades’
This festive season, Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives invites guests to step into an elevated journey of celebration, nostalgia, and rejuvenation with its 2025–2026 Festive Program, themed “Through the Decades.” Between December 23, 2025, and January 7, 2026, the island will transform into a vibrant canvas of shimmering gold, sparkling silver, and neon hues. The resort’s signature ethos — “time and space redefined” — sets the tone, as guests are invited to leave the ordinary behind and relax, celebrate, and reconnect in absolute luxury.
A Christmas wrapped in elegance and cheer begins on December 23 with the Tree Lighting Ceremony illuminating the resort in warm radiance, followed by carol singing under the stars. On Christmas Eve, guests are treated to a sumptuous Gala Dinner complete with festive cocktails at Raalhu Bar and live entertainment. The spirit continues on December 25, when Santa Claus arrives to delight young guests, and the fun spills into gingerbread cookie-making and holiday-themed crafts for families to share joyful moments.
Throughout the festive period, guests can indulge in the sanctuary of the private island Spa — perched over tranquil waters and connected by a small bridge, where the only soundtrack is the gentle lapping of waves. The spa offers the Kuda Villingili Signature Massage, aromatic therapies, Balinese, Lomi Lomi, and Ayurvedic treatments (such as shirodhara and herbal poultices), all delivered using organic and plant-based ingredients. During their festive stay, spa guests may also enjoy seasonal wellness rituals, curated treatments, and exclusive holiday spa packages designed to renew body and mind amidst the indulgence.
The Timeless New Year’s Eve Celebration on December 31 begins with a special NYE cocktail party at Hawkers, followed by a Gala Dinner & Décades Countdown Celebration. Guests are invited to dress in decade-inspired chic — from the ’70s to the 2000s — while savoring themed culinary stations, signature cocktails, and live performances that journey through musical eras. As midnight draws near, a dazzling fireworks show sets the stage for the arrival of 2026. Immediately following, a Neon After-Party with DJ sets and glowing visuals ensures the celebration continues into the new year.
Adventure-seekers can look forward to the resort’s extensive range of ocean activities. Whether seeking an adrenaline rush or a serene escape, guests can tailor their adventures — from big game fishing and competitive water games to scuba diving for both adults and children. MSTS Watersports and Diving will lead these thrilling experiences, ensuring every guest finds their perfect balance of excitement and relaxation.
At the Kuda Fiyo Kids Club, young guests will embark on their own “Time Travel Adventure.” From the disco playgrounds of the ’70s to the arcade fun of the ’80s, cartoon-inspired corners of the ’90s, and karaoke pop parties of the 2000s, children can immerse themselves in creative play, costume dress-ups, games, and mini talent shows — all designed to spark joy and imagination. Meanwhile, couples and solo travelers can drift between gala dinners, late-night lounge soirées, beachfront bar music, and intimate starlit moments by the sea.
The joyous tempo continues on January 1 with a New Year’s Day Brunch, featuring celebratory bubbles and gourmet flavors. The festivities conclude with a special sunset cocktail and Global Flavors Gala Dinner on January 6, 2026.
No festive celebration at Kuda Villingili would be complete without a dazzling lineup of world-class entertainment. Throughout the season, the island will come alive with captivating performances — from a breathtaking fire dancer duo illuminating the night sky to gravity-defying acts by acrobatic artists Danimisima and Jakob. Guests can lose themselves in moments of wonder with enchanting illusions by a resident magician and be swept up in the vibrant energy of multi-genre performer Madam Boyko. As the evenings unfold, the soulful sounds of saxophonist Nikita Rychkov will set the perfect tone, while the dynamic choreography of Show Ballet “Arriva” brings the spirit of celebration to life in a spectacular crescendo.
From the grandeur of gala dinners to tranquil spa escapes, from family-friendly crafts to high-energy dance parties, Kuda Villingili’s 2025–2026 Festive Program embodies its promise of redefining time and space. Whether guests seek celebration, connection, or quiet moments of reflection, every experience is designed to leave a lasting imprint on the heart.
For more information about Kuda Villingii Resort Maldives, please visit www.kudavillingili.com.
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Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa unveils family-focused Family Fun Summer package
Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa has introduced its Family Fun Summer offer, a family-focused package designed to encourage guests to spend time together through dining, leisure and recreational activities in a private island setting.
Located 15 minutes by speedboat from Velana International Airport, the resort is offering the package as a year-round experience, despite its summer branding. The programme is intended for families seeking a stay that combines accommodation, meals and activities in a single offering.
The experience includes daily breakfast at Feast, where guests can access buffet selections for adults and children. Lunch is served as a three-course beachside meal, while evenings include buffet dinners, à la carte options and access to the resort’s speciality restaurants.
As part of the package, adult guests receive a USD 45 dining credit per night, which can be used at selected outlets including Baan Thai and Sea Salt. The offer is designed to expand dining options within the resort’s full board arrangement.
The package also includes activities aimed at different age groups. Children have access to the Sheraton Adventure Club, while families can take part in pool activities, water sports, sunset dolphin cruises and guided snorkelling excursions.
For guests seeking wellness experiences, Shine Spa for Sheraton offers a range of treatments, with the package including 15 per cent savings on selected services. The resort has also introduced a spa experience designed for parent and child. Additional recreational options include sunrise beach yoga, as well as access to tennis and football facilities.
Other inclusions within the offer include a complimentary family photoshoot and dining benefits for children when eating with their parents.
Family Fun Summer is available for booking until 15 June 2026, for stays through to 20 December 2026. Through the package, Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa is presenting a family-oriented resort experience centred on dining, recreation and shared time together.
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InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau to mark Mother’s Day with wellness and dining offerings
InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort has announced a Mother’s Day programme centred on wellness, dining and family experiences, offering guests a range of activities designed to mark the occasion in Raa Atoll.
Set within the resort’s island setting, the programme will feature a series of experiences aimed at encouraging families to spend time together through relaxation, dining and shared activities.
At AVI Spa, the Mother’s Day offering will include signature treatments focused on rest and balance. Guests will also have access to holistic sessions led by visiting practitioner Dr Afsana Aradhana Ghyas, whose work focuses on integrative wellbeing and emotional balance.
Dining experiences will form a central part of the programme. These will include floating breakfasts served in private villas, interactive cooking sessions with the resort’s chefs, and private dining experiences ranging from sunset beach dinners to sandbank dining under the stars.
The resort will also offer family-focused activities for the occasion. These will include craft sessions for children, ocean-inspired guided art activities and a family photoshoot intended to capture the day’s experiences.
Through the Mother’s Day programme, InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort is presenting a combination of wellness, dining and family activities shaped around personal and shared experiences in a resort setting.
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W Maldives unveils The Wavemaker Edit with global talent collaborations
W Maldives has launched The Wavemaker Edit, a new ongoing series of curated collaborations with international talent, aimed at introducing a range of guest experiences across mixology, wellness, cuisine and music.
The series is designed as a rotating programme, with each edition bringing a different creative perspective to the resort. According to W Maldives, the initiative is intended to create a continuing calendar of experiences that combine social, cultural and wellness-led elements.
The first edition of The Wavemaker Edit will run from 3 to 14 June 2026 and will feature two themed chapters, titled Island Alchemy and The Restore Ritual.
Island Alchemy will focus on mixology. On 3 June, Kwok will lead a guest shift at SIP, presenting three cocktails that explore contrast and balance, including a bespoke creation inspired by the Maldives. The collaboration will continue on 6 June at WET Deck, where a poolside day party will feature a curated cocktail menu.
The second chapter, The Restore Ritual, will centre on wellness and movement in recognition of Global Wellness Day. Led by Mumbai-based yoga and movement educator Samiksha Shetty, the programme will include sessions focused on breathwork, mindfulness and alignment-based practice.
The wellness programme will include Sunset Yoga sessions at FIRE Beach on 12 and 14 June, as well as a morning meditation session at AWAY Spa on 13 June. The main event within this chapter will take place on 13 June, when guests will be able to join a Sunset Yoga session aboard the Horizon Yacht. This bookable experience will also include healthy refreshments and a 60-minute massage at AWAY Spa.
W Maldives said future editions of The Wavemaker Edit will expand into culinary, music and art-led experiences under a number of themed series, including Flavors Unscripted, Sound Wave and Make A Scene.
Commenting on the launch, General Manager Amila Handunwala said the initiative reflects the resort’s approach to continuously evolving the guest experience through collaborations with international talent.
W Maldives is positioning the series as part of its broader effort to offer more structured and experience-led programming for guests. In addition, the resort is promoting its Original Wavemaker package, which includes seaplane transfers and a half-board meal plan for two adults with a minimum stay of four nights.
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