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The Beach Bar at Kurumba Maldives gets refreshed

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Maldives Promotion House – Kurumba Maldives is embarking on a revitalization of its cocktail lounge and entertainment venue, the Beach Bar. The Beach Bar has evolved into a fusion of contemporary and classic Maldives.

The refreshed Beach Bar maintains traditional high wooden ceilings, wooden floors and external wooden decks combined with contemporary indoor  and  outdoor lounges, ottomans, pods and day beds. The external glass walls and doors have been removed and replaced with clear rolling blinds  to  allow more  airflow  and improve the views of the Indian Ocean and the adjacent beach.

By popular requests, the outdoor area of the Beach Bar has been redeveloped, allowing for an all new outdoor  lounge areas and day beds  surrounded by well-lit trees, offering  a  cozy and romantic feel. Guests can enjoy the beautiful starry skies of the Maldives;  take  in  the  cool  breeze  of  the  Indian Ocean while enjoying a mix  of modern and classic cocktails, served by their attentive and friendly staff.

The Beach Bar is most popular with guests due to its diversity of nightly entertainment. Three different Bands play at Kurumba with their own range  and  style  of music. One  night per week is  theMaldivian Bodu Beru dance and drums which encourages guest participation. Other nights, there is an open air DJ party, weekly guest cocktails, wine tastings and a jazz evening.

The Bar Manager,  Upul Hettiarachchi  has  specially  developed  a delicious cocktail list suiting the tropics with themed  bellini’s, martinis, mojitos, caprihinas, long drinks, classics and alcohol free versions. A  perfect  way to refresh after  relaxing days  under the sun  or taking part in one of the many recreational activities that Kurumba has to offer.

The Beach Bar is one of three bars and nine restaurants on Kurumba Maldives.  The other bars are the Sand Bar on the sunset end of the Island, Rendezvous for Karaoke, dance nights and live sports. The other restaurants include La Cucina  serving Italian, Al Qasr a Middle Eastern Restaurant, Ming Court offering Chinese Cuisine,  Kurumba  Mahal  serving  Southern  Indian, Hamakaze serving Japanese Tapan-yaki, Ocean Grill services Asian and Maldivian fusion, Kurumba Café services  worldwide classics, Vihamana serving an international buffet and Room Service offering 24 hour in Villa dining. This makes Kurumba the ideal Maldivian Island for guest who likes to have a large choice of dining, beverages and entertainment experiences.

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Baros Maldives to showcase sustainable dining for Earth Day

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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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Sirru Fen Fushi showcases mixology collaboration during Easter programme

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Sirru Fen Fushi Private Lagoon Resort hosted a two-day Behind the Bar experience as part of its Easter programme, bringing together contemporary mixology and craft-led guest experiences.

The event featured collaborations with Modernhaus, led by Bar Manager Upay Aldi, and The Cocktail Club, represented by Co-Founder Mirwansyah Bule, both from Indonesia. Over two evenings, guests were invited to engage with the bartenders’ techniques, flavour profiles and creative processes, with Modernhaus recognised among Asia’s 50 Best Bars.

The programme included a curated selection of cocktails prepared using ingredients such as cempaka-infused whisky, hibiscus ginger maple, wasabi spirit, jasmine peach, coconut chai milk, salted tamarind, yuzu whey, salted fino sherry, sake gomme, guava vodka, Thai tea liqueur and malic. The offerings reflected a combination of tropical elements and contemporary mixology methods.

The first evening took place at Kata, the resort’s Japanese-fusion restaurant, where the experience was set against sunset views over the lagoon. The second evening was held at Raha Market in a beachside setting, offering a more informal atmosphere while maintaining the focus on crafted cocktails.

The event formed part of Sirru Fen Fushi’s ongoing programming, which centres on curated guest experiences and collaborations with international talent in food and beverage.

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Kuredhivaru Resort & Spa introduces Secret Garden private dining concept

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Kuredhivaru Resort & Spa presents a new chapter in destination dining with the launch of its Secret Garden concept, a thoughtfully designed experience that brings guests into a secluded setting surrounded by nature, soft lighting, and carefully curated details.

Tucked away in a quiet corner of the island, Secret Garden is created for those moments that deserve more than a traditional dinner. The space is styled with flowing drapes, warm candlelight, and natural greenery, creating a calm and intimate atmosphere that feels both personal and special. It is a setting that invites guests to slow down, connect, and enjoy the evening at their own pace.

At the centre of the experience is a seven-course menu, crafted to guide guests through a balanced journey of flavours. Each course is presented with care, with live cooking moments adding a sense of theatre and interaction throughout the evening. The service remains attentive yet discreet, allowing the experience to feel seamless and uninterrupted.

Guests can choose between two tailored offerings. The Romantic Escape focuses on the dining experience itself, complemented by a beautifully arranged setup and personalised service. For those looking to extend the evening, the Ultimate Romance Experience adds thoughtful touches such as a welcome glass of champagne, a private cinema moment under the open sky, in-villa breakfast the next day, and special bed decoration to complete the occasion.

The concept also allows for additional customisation, from floral arrangements to bespoke messages and decorative details, giving guests the flexibility to shape the evening around their celebration, whether it is a birthday, proposal, or simply a meaningful time together.

With Secret Garden, Kuredhivaru continues to expand its dining experiences beyond traditional venues, offering guests something more personal and immersive. It reflects the resort’s approach to hospitality, where every detail is considered, and each experience is designed to feel natural, effortless, and quietly memorable.

For any reservations or inquiries, guests are encouraged to contact the resort at Resort.Kuredhivaru.Reservations@ennismore.com or +960 6563000. 

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