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Four Seasons Maldives Landaa Giraavaru scoops top accolade in SpaChina Awards
During a year of unprecedented challenges, Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru has been recognised by China’s top spa publication as one of the world’s premier centres of wellness.
The 11th annual SpaChina Awards, announced at an award ceremony gala dinner on September 14, brought together more than 330 distinguished spa industry leaders to celebrate the world’s best brands, treatments, products and properties, with Four Seasons Landaa Giraavaru receiving the top accolade: Global Wellness Resort of the Year.
“If recent months have shown us anything, it’s the importance of a multi-faceted approach to wellbeing,” Landaaa Giraavaru’s Regional Vice President and General Manager Armando Kraenzlin said.
“We’re incredibly grateful to SpaChina for acknowledging the importance we place on physical, mental, emotional and planetary wellbeing; our committed team of physicians, naturopaths, yoga therapists, chefs and marine biologists; and our setting of luxury, sophistication and exclusivity: something that our Chinese guests truly appreciate. We look forward to welcoming them back when they can travel once again.”
Secluded on its own island in the Maldives’ only UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, Landaa is a world away from stress and uncertainty.
Stretching from the island’s jungled heart into its crystal-clear lagoon, The Spa and Ayurvedic Retreat focuses on natural health and healing, from medical-grade Panchakarma to innovative additions such as Aqua Float and AntiGravity yoga; personalised yoga therapy courses and the science-meets-nature benefits of Verjù body contouring and facials developed with facialist to the stars Teresa Tarmey.
Coral propagation, pioneering manta ray research, turtle rehabilitation and Parley-linked recycling programmes help preserve the resort’s pristine surroundings, while the spa experience extends resort-wide via complimentary Ayurvedic consultations, Ayurvedic labelling on all restaurant menus, and the meandering Yoga Energy Trail.
Landaa is also partnered with EarthCheck and the NOW Force for Good Alliance, using their stringent sustainable development goals and environmental standards to ensure accountability in their sustainability and conservation efforts.
“Our Chinese guests particularly enjoy the heightened level of service that they receive from Four Seasons, our toning and relaxing deep tissue massages, and our jungle-setting Night Spa experience,” Dr Shylesh Subramanya, Director of Landaa’s Spa and Ayurvedic Retreat, said.
“Overall, however, I think it’s the way that wellbeing naturally flows through every part of our Resort that appeals so much: there are very few places where equal consideration is given to both sustainability and splendour and I think that’s something we do really well.”
For a truly tailored approach to wellness and natural healing, visit the resort online, email: reservations.mal@fourseasons.com or call the central reservations department of Four Seasons Resorts Maldives at +960 6600888.
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.
Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives has been recognised as a Quality Winner at the TUI Global Hotel Awards 2026, an accolade based on guest feedback from travellers worldwide. The recognition reflects the resort’s delivery of guest experiences shaped by service standards, facilities and alignment with evolving traveller preferences.
Located in North Malé Atoll, Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives offers a range of accommodation options, with more than 140 units including overwater suites, beach bungalows and duplex garden bungalows. The resort is designed to accommodate couples, families and groups.
The resort features seven dining venues offering a mix of international and local cuisine. Tex Mex serves Mexican and Spanish-inspired dishes, while Dalchini offers an Indian à la carte menu available for lunch and dinner. Raalhu Bar provides a setting for evening refreshments, with views of the sunset.
Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives is also known for Pasta Point, a surf break recognised for its left-hand waves. The resort attracts surfers from international markets who travel to access the location. Surf operations at Pasta Point are managed by Atoll Adventures, with bookings handled through Atoll Travel to ensure a structured approach to surf access.
The TUI Global Hotel Awards are determined by guest reviews, making the recognition an indicator of guest satisfaction. The resort’s inclusion as a Quality Winner reflects its performance in meeting guest expectations within the Maldives tourism sector.
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