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Conrad Maldives collects two awards: ‘Most Innovative Spa’ at Asia Spa Awards and receives The Agoda ‘Gold Circle of Excellence’
Maldives Promotion House – Conrad Maldives Rangali Island collected two very different awards this week: firstly its Over-Water Spa was voted Asia’s “Most Innovative Spa” by a panel of judges at the annual Asia Spa awards, and secondly, the resort itself was awarded a ‘Gold Circle of Excellence’ by the online global booking website Agoda as a mark of excellence.
“Conrad Maldives offers a genuine health and wellbeing sanctuary with three different spas on our two islands,” said Spa Manager Missy Dowell. “We’re delighted to receive this award for the Over-Water Spa and to see its innovative treatments acknowledged by industry experts”.
Treatments at the Over-Water Spa, one of three spas at the luxury resort, have been designed by the iconic Doris Brügger, the creator of the eponymous Dorissima spa line. The stand-out treatments in the range are undoubtedly the Siddhartha couple’s treatments, created specifically to attract love. Sensual aromas of vanilla, tonka bean and grapefruit fill the air during the Art of Love ritual, which ends with a glass of champagne in the Over-Water Spa’s delightful spa garden.
Also available at the Over-Water Spa is the Dorissima d1 – d7 line, created after years of extensive research and development. This highly sophisticated line consists of seven absolutely natural products (from natural oils such as Jojoba oil, essential oils and natural colours) in seven colours that relate to the seven chakras, each chakra of course addressing a specific area of concern. Designed to offer a combination of both physical and mental wellbeing, each of the seven rituals begins with a series of calming breathing exercises while the client repeats the mantra they are given for the particular treatment chosen. Especially selected herbal teas, positive affirmations, colour therapy, music, hot stones, shirodhara, hot wraps, reiki or light therapy may feature in the treatment.
These awards are just the latest in a number that the luxury resort has collected in the past few months, including being voted “Best Spa Hotel and Resort” in Asia by www.smarttravelasia.com, winning first place ranking in “101 Best Suites in the World” by Elite Traveler magazine and achieving the coveted ‘two glasses’ ranking for ‘Best Restaurants for Wine Lovers’ by Wine Spectator magazine.
JEN Maldives Malé has introduced the Shangri-La Circle (SLC) loyalty programme, offering dining benefits for guests from 1 April to 31 December 2026.
The programme provides free and instant membership, allowing guests to access discounts and earn reward points on dining experiences at the property. Members receive a 15 per cent discount on their first dining purchase upon joining, along with ongoing 15 per cent savings on food and beverage.
Guests can enrol in the programme through the Shangri-La Circle mobile application. Membership benefits include reward points on eligible spending, which can be redeemed for future dining and hotel experiences.
The offer applies to regular dining experiences and excludes tobacco, special theme buffet nights, and other ongoing promotions.
JEN Maldives Malé stated that the programme is designed to provide value to guests while enhancing dining experiences at the hotel. The initiative also reflects Shangri-La’s focus on strengthening guest engagement through loyalty-based offerings.
Members are required to present their digital membership card at the time of billing to access the benefits.
The hotel is promoting the programme through its social media channels, in-house displays, and digital platforms. Guests can download the Shangri-La Circle application or sign up at the hotel to begin using the programme.
Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives has been nominated in the Resorts category for the Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards 2026 (UK) and the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2026 (US), marking a further development in the resort’s international recognition.
The Readers’ Choice Awards are based on traveller feedback and are considered a key benchmark within the global travel industry. The dual nomination reflects the resort’s presence across international markets and its engagement with guests from different regions.
The nomination follows a series of recognitions for the resort. In 2025, Kuda Villingili was ranked among the Top 5 Overseas Leisure Resorts Worldwide in the Condé Nast Traveller Middle East Readers’ Choice Awards, placing fifth globally. It was also listed among the Top Resorts in the Indian Ocean in the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2025 (US). The resort was similarly recognised in the 2024 edition of the awards.
Located in North Malé Atoll, approximately 30 minutes by speedboat from Velana International Airport, Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives offers 75 villas and residences, each with private pools and views of the surrounding ocean.
The resort features eight restaurants and three bars, including Japanese-Peruvian dining at Mar-Umi and Teppanyaki by Mar-Umi. Other dining options include Asian cuisine at East and grill offerings at Fire. Additional facilities include a cigar lounge, a large swimming pool, a spa with overwater treatment villas, and a range of wellness and recreational activities such as yoga, sound therapy and surfing.
Amjad Thaufeeg, Commercial Director at Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives, stated that the nominations reflect feedback from guests across international markets and noted the importance of maintaining consistent service standards.
Voting for the Readers’ Choice Awards 2026 is open until 30 June 2026, with results scheduled to be announced in November 2026.
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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