W Retreat & Spa Maldives has announced the appointment of Ms. Ku Nakanelua as the retreat’s W Insider – W Hotels’ adaption of a concierge, the W Insider gives the retreats guests access to all that Maldives has to offer in terms of W Happenings, entertainment, sightseeing and once in a lifetime activities whilst in the Maldives.

Ku, a native of Hawaii brings to the Maldives a wealth of experience, including 8 years of service with W San Francisco and W Hollywood in the United States. With a passion for fashion Ku created her own modeling agency. Ku left America for the fashion capital of Milan, where she was able to learn Italian whilst studying German and Japanese.

Haroon Mohamed Welcome Manager, says “Guests at W Maldives expect an experience that is a universe away from the norm, quite often their trip to the Maldives is to celebrate a special occasion such as their honeymoon or anniversary and they want ‘Insider Access’ to the Maldives and to the retreat – with Ku as our W Insider, we will be able to amplify our guests experience throughout their stay at W Maldives”.

Ku’s Insider Tips: 

• Experience electric views as the sun dips over the crest of the Indian Ocean while sipping on a signature cocktail specially prepared by W Mixologist at SIP, the retreats sunset lounge bar.
• Escape to Gaathafushi – the retreats own private island.  A short speedboat ride to the deserted island is yours to explore for a few hours, or a full day.  A real ‘Robinson Crusoe’ experience.
• Snorkel the island with a guide from WAVE – W’s watersports team.  The coral reef around AWAY Spa is a favorite of many guests where the underwater scenery is just steps away from the shoreline.
• W Maldives infinite nights come to life when night snorkeling around the house reef. One of the very best in the Maldives.  You will be surprised by the vibrant and pulsating fluorescent colors of our underwater guests.
• Turn up the heat as the sun goes down every Monday, energize with Brazilian beats, indulge with Cuban cigars and savor stylish mojitos while hanging out beach side.

Ku said “I am thrilled to join W Maldives and in true W Insider fashion, I’m promising to deliver an exclusive experience that will be both unexpected & extraordinary. Come and join me in the Maldives.”

W Maldives is a tropical playground in the Indian Ocean perfect for relaxing, playing, and recharging for your next adventure. Connect with inner peace and go along with the pace of island life. Succumb to an inviting concept of dazzling blue waters, spectacular reefs and pristine sands infused with style and soul.