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Envy your friends with Anantara’s perfect sun-kissed holiday tanning program
Maldives.net.mv – What better way to make friends more envious after a Maldivian holiday then by coming back with the perfect sun-kissed tan. Anantara Spa in the Maldives has come up with a full tanning program to make guests look radiant, sexy and attractive while at the same time minimizing any risks associated with getting that perfect golden glow.
Answering the prayers of sun worshippers and spa lovers worldwide, Anantara’s Maldivian resorts of Dhigu, Veli and Naladhu have teamed up with COOLA’s award winning organic sun skincare products, to offer guests a full treatment program that gives the perfect tan to all skin types.
Following a detailed skin analysis to determine the skin type and SPF requirement of each guest, Anantara Spa’s COOLA Sun Care Treatment Programmes maximise time in the sun for a natural, long lasting tan. Professional preparation and soothing after care treatments are performed by Anantara Spa therapists in luxurious treatment suites, or in the comfort of the guest’s private villa.

Getting ready to worship the sun is an exotic affair with the 60 minute Morning Sun Soother, which prepares skin for a day of lazy sunbathing, snorkelling or water sports with a Coconut & Mint Scrub and Wrap, Pre Sun Care Facial and application of COOLA Sun Protector, as well as a Sun Care COOLA SPF body treatment to moisturise and protect from sun damage and sunburn.
Even sunscreen top ups spoil guests at the shady COOLA Sun Spa Cabana, conveniently located just steps away from the pool and beach of each resort. Letting an expert do all the work, guests relax as their personally prescribed COOLA SPF Body Spray is reapplied every three hours, lavishing skin with all day moisturisation, nourishment and protection. For those who prefer to reapply sunscreen themselves, prescribed COOLA sun care products are available for purchase.
Offering the perfect finale to each day in paradise, the 60 minute Sundowner Recovery Remedy treats sun kissed skin from head to toe with a Recovery Body Aloe Sun Soother, Post Recovery Facial Sun Soother and Post Body Recovery Application, made even more pleasurable by a deeply relaxing Head, Neck & Shoulder Massage.
Sun and spa lovers seeking the ultimate package can surrender to a whole day of sumptuous care, with the COOLA Full Day Sun Care Programme of pre-sun preparation, all day protection and luxurious after sun pampering.
Guests can also relax in the knowledge that COOLA’s high performance products boast a wealth of natural appeals. Vitamins and age-defying antioxidants are combined with natural phyto-protectors, such as plankton, red algae and red raspberry seed oil, which have innate sun protection qualities to boost SPF value naturally. Water resistant and reef friendly formulas are ideal for the Maldives’ oceanic playground. Offering eco-conscious benefits, all products are Paba, Paraben, Petroleum and Phthalate free, and are not tested on animals. COOLA even harnesses the power of the sun, with the majority of products created in a solar powered facility.
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From spa rituals to sunrise yoga: Angsana Velavaru champions mindful living
Surrounded by the crystal-clear waters of South Nilandhe Atoll, Angsana Velavaru invites guests to embark on a holistic journey of renewal that nurtures both body and mind.
At the centre of this experience is the award-winning Angsana Spa, inspired by the timeless essence of Asian wellness traditions. Here, the healing power of touch, scent, and nature come together in harmony. Guests can enjoy a range of treatments designed for both relaxation and family bonding, including restorative massages, revitalising body polishes, and signature rituals that incorporate natural ingredients such as coconut, honey, and tropical herbs. Each therapy aims to rejuvenate, soothe, and restore a deep sense of inner calm that reflects the island’s natural rhythm.
Wellness at Angsana Velavaru extends far beyond the spa. The resort’s approach to wellbeing embraces movement, mindfulness, and meaningful connection. Its modern tropical fitness centre provides a tranquil setting for guests to stay active while remaining close to nature. Activities such as aqua aerobics in the Kuredhi Pool and sunrise yoga on the beach combine physical vitality with mindful awareness.
Across the island, guests are encouraged to slow down and reconnect with their surroundings. Guided meditation, breathwork sessions, and sunset yoga create opportunities for reflection and relaxation. These practices are seamlessly woven into the resort’s environment, offering a sense of serenity that lingers long after the stay.
Under the guidance of Wellbeing Director Artemasius Harefa, Angsana Velavaru’s holistic programmes align with Banyan Group’s Eight Pillars of Wellbeing, with a focus on rest, movement, mindfulness, and connection. The result is a collection of experiences designed to inspire balance and renewal, giving guests the opportunity to embrace a more mindful way of living.
“Modern travellers seek more than rest; they seek renewal,” said Artemasius Harefa, Wellbeing Director at Angsana Velavaru. “Our goal is to create experiences that help guests reconnect with themselves and the natural world, turning wellness into a meaningful way of life.”
At Angsana Velavaru, wellbeing is not a moment but a continuous journey shaped by nature, connection, and the healing spirit of the Maldives.
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Milaidhoo Maldives introduces tranquil 3-day detox experience for New Year
Milaidhoo Maldives invites guests to begin the year feeling grounded and attuned to what truly matters, blending barefoot informality with a mindful approach to living. As the festive season draws to a close, the island encourages visitors to slow down, reconnect with the essentials and embrace a sense of calm through its New Year Renewal – 3-Day Detox Journey.
Curated for those seeking balance and inner harmony after the holidays, the programme nurtures both body and mind through gentle, restorative treatments featuring the acclaimed Aromatherapy Associates range. At Milaidhoo, wellbeing unfolds with intention, inviting guests to adopt the island’s unhurried rhythm and rediscover serenity.
Day 1 – Grounding & Harmonising
The experience begins with a personalised 15-minute holistic wellbeing consultation, ensuring each ritual aligns with individual needs. This is followed by a welcome ritual combining aromatherapy inhalations and cocoon meditation to ease the body and mind into a peaceful state.
Day 2 – Detox & Revitalise
Guests continue their journey with a private eucalyptus-infused steam ritual designed to invigorate and support immunity. An Aromatherapy Associates Detox Body Mud Wrap follows, offering purification and toning benefits, while a Wellbeing Facial restores both skin and spirit, leaving guests refreshed.
Day 3 – Renewed Energy & Inner Calm
The final day includes a Detox & Drainage Massage to enhance circulation and lymphatic flow, releasing tension and heaviness. A 30-minute sound healing session further promotes deep relaxation and renewed lightness. Guests depart with personalised stretching and mindful breathing exercises to maintain balance long after their stay.
Priced at USD 550++ per guest (240 minutes), the New Year Renewal reflects Milaidhoo’s philosophy of slow, meaningful living—a tranquil pause from everyday life. Each experience is thoughtfully designed to reconnect guests with themselves, their surroundings and the natural rhythm of life in the Maldives.
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OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI hosts Dr Amit Kumar for ELE|NA Elements of Nature wellness residency
This festive season, ELE|NA at OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI invites guests to embrace a period of reflection, renewal and mindful letting go with the arrival of Dr Amit Kumar (Eknath), a globally respected holistic wellness practitioner and master of yoga, meditation and sound healing. Set on one of the Maldives’ most serene private islands, the residency transforms the traditional holiday atmosphere into a sanctuary for clarity, rest and meaningful reconnection. Spanning the festive period and continuing through January, it offers guests the opportunity to reset and realign mentally, emotionally and physically as they welcome the year ahead.
From 15 December 2025 to 31 January 2026, Dr Kumar will guide a deeply immersive program that blends ancient healing arts with modern mind-body practices. Through sacred sound, intuitive movement and restorative therapies, he supports each guest in slowing down, tuning in and rediscovering a sense of inner steadiness. His approach reflects ELE|NA’s Wellness Your Way™ philosophy, empowering guests to shape their own journey toward balance and well-being. This may include sunrise practices, evening sound journeys or personalised therapeutic sessions created according to individual needs.
Signature Experience: The Divine Sound Bath
At the heart of the residency is Dr Kumar’s renowned Divine Sound Bath, a multisensory immersion using Himalayan singing bowls and refined vibrational techniques. The experience guides guests into deep stillness, calming the nervous system and inviting emotional clarity. Many describe this session as a complete energetic reset, emerging grounded, refreshed and more connected to their inner calm.
Complementing this signature offering is a curated selection of transformative experiences including intuitive massage rituals, meditative yoga flows, chakra-inspired energy work and ancient beauty therapies. Each session is intentionally designed to help guests step away from external noise and reconnect with their natural rhythm. The serene surroundings of OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI enhance this process, with its peaceful ambience and spacious private villas ideal for rest and reflection.
“At ELE|NA, we believe wellness should be personal, intuitive and alive,” says Heidi Grimwood, Senior Vice President of ELE|NA. “Dr Kumar brings a presence that perfectly reflects this philosophy. His sessions allow guests to move beyond relaxation and rediscover harmony through sound, movement and mindful awareness.”
With the soothing rhythm of the Indian Ocean as its backdrop, ELE|NA offers an environment where wellness becomes an immersive and transformative experience. Guests are invited to step into the New Year with intention, supported by clarity, calm and a renewed sense of inner balance.
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