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Enjoy island-inspired festive season at Alila Kothaifaru Maldives
The year-end festive season is one of the most special times of the year – a time of joy and generosity when we look forward to gathering with loved ones for moments of celebration and reflection and anticipate new beginnings.
This year, Alila Kothaifaru Maldives invites guests to immerse in new and extraordinary island-themed experiences together with and friends. Celebrate the season of giving in intimate and sophisticated Alila style while making meaningful lifetime memories with an opportunity to give back and make a difference.
Embark on a journey of festivities from Christmas to New Year that includes unique cultural activities, a memorable Christmas celebration underwater surrounded by incredible marine life, and a world of culinary experiences, from Japanese and Indian to Indian Ocean and Mediterranean. With daily wellness activities, indulgence at Spa Alila, kids’ activities at Play Alila and watersports to enhance your holiday, every member of the family will have a festive season to remember.
In the spirit of giving, Alila Kothaifaru Maldives has also launched a special Gift to Share offer, which allows guests to contribute to the local community while enjoying the beauty of the Maldives.
Alila’s Gift to Share programme is born out of the brand’s vision from day one that conservation, community and commerce can and should be integrated. Alila’s efforts extend beyond the operational aspects of its resorts to create a positive impact on the environment as well as the community – economically, socially and culturally. This includes employing local people who live in the surrounding areas, developing the local workforce through skills training, using products and services from local suppliers, as well as educating guests on local culture and traditions.
Alila’s Gift to Share programme is born out of the brand’s vision from day one that conservation, community and commerce can and should be integrated. Alila’s efforts extend beyond the operational aspects of its resorts to create a positive impact on the environment as well as the community – economically, socially and culturally.
In line with this vision, Alila Kothaifaru Maldives with one complimentary night for every three paid nights booked plus 20% discount on food and beverage. In turn, Alila Kothaifaru Maldives will donate 10% of one night’s charge on behalf of guests to Maduvvaree School, a public school located on nearby Maduvvaree island, about a 15-minute boat journey from the resort. This gift will support school’s day-to-day operations as well as extending skills training opportunities, especially for those who are interested in learning more about the hospitality industry.
In addition to supporting the local school, plans are also in place to empower the local community through business opportunities and sustainability-focused practices and encouragement.
“The destination is at the heart of our activities, and we hope to play our part in ensuring a thriving destination by empowering its communities through education support and business opportunities, especially for women and children. We believe that empowering women and children plays a big role in the health and well-being of future generations. In addition, in our efforts to protect our environment, a series of activities are already in place to support Maduvvaree island to introduce sustainability practices,” said Alexandre Glauser, General Manager of Alila Kothaifaru Maldives.
This Stay 4, Pay 3 Gift to Share can be booked and stays from now until May 13, 2023. For more information and reservations, please email us at kothaifaru@alilahotels.com
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Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa unveils family-focused Family Fun Summer package
Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa has introduced its Family Fun Summer offer, a family-focused package designed to encourage guests to spend time together through dining, leisure and recreational activities in a private island setting.
Located 15 minutes by speedboat from Velana International Airport, the resort is offering the package as a year-round experience, despite its summer branding. The programme is intended for families seeking a stay that combines accommodation, meals and activities in a single offering.
The experience includes daily breakfast at Feast, where guests can access buffet selections for adults and children. Lunch is served as a three-course beachside meal, while evenings include buffet dinners, à la carte options and access to the resort’s speciality restaurants.
As part of the package, adult guests receive a USD 45 dining credit per night, which can be used at selected outlets including Baan Thai and Sea Salt. The offer is designed to expand dining options within the resort’s full board arrangement.
The package also includes activities aimed at different age groups. Children have access to the Sheraton Adventure Club, while families can take part in pool activities, water sports, sunset dolphin cruises and guided snorkelling excursions.
For guests seeking wellness experiences, Shine Spa for Sheraton offers a range of treatments, with the package including 15 per cent savings on selected services. The resort has also introduced a spa experience designed for parent and child. Additional recreational options include sunrise beach yoga, as well as access to tennis and football facilities.
Other inclusions within the offer include a complimentary family photoshoot and dining benefits for children when eating with their parents.
Family Fun Summer is available for booking until 15 June 2026, for stays through to 20 December 2026. Through the package, Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa is presenting a family-oriented resort experience centred on dining, recreation and shared time together.
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InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau to mark Mother’s Day with wellness and dining offerings
InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort has announced a Mother’s Day programme centred on wellness, dining and family experiences, offering guests a range of activities designed to mark the occasion in Raa Atoll.
Set within the resort’s island setting, the programme will feature a series of experiences aimed at encouraging families to spend time together through relaxation, dining and shared activities.
At AVI Spa, the Mother’s Day offering will include signature treatments focused on rest and balance. Guests will also have access to holistic sessions led by visiting practitioner Dr Afsana Aradhana Ghyas, whose work focuses on integrative wellbeing and emotional balance.
Dining experiences will form a central part of the programme. These will include floating breakfasts served in private villas, interactive cooking sessions with the resort’s chefs, and private dining experiences ranging from sunset beach dinners to sandbank dining under the stars.
The resort will also offer family-focused activities for the occasion. These will include craft sessions for children, ocean-inspired guided art activities and a family photoshoot intended to capture the day’s experiences.
Through the Mother’s Day programme, InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort is presenting a combination of wellness, dining and family activities shaped around personal and shared experiences in a resort setting.
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W Maldives unveils The Wavemaker Edit with global talent collaborations
W Maldives has launched The Wavemaker Edit, a new ongoing series of curated collaborations with international talent, aimed at introducing a range of guest experiences across mixology, wellness, cuisine and music.
The series is designed as a rotating programme, with each edition bringing a different creative perspective to the resort. According to W Maldives, the initiative is intended to create a continuing calendar of experiences that combine social, cultural and wellness-led elements.
The first edition of The Wavemaker Edit will run from 3 to 14 June 2026 and will feature two themed chapters, titled Island Alchemy and The Restore Ritual.
Island Alchemy will focus on mixology. On 3 June, Kwok will lead a guest shift at SIP, presenting three cocktails that explore contrast and balance, including a bespoke creation inspired by the Maldives. The collaboration will continue on 6 June at WET Deck, where a poolside day party will feature a curated cocktail menu.
The second chapter, The Restore Ritual, will centre on wellness and movement in recognition of Global Wellness Day. Led by Mumbai-based yoga and movement educator Samiksha Shetty, the programme will include sessions focused on breathwork, mindfulness and alignment-based practice.
The wellness programme will include Sunset Yoga sessions at FIRE Beach on 12 and 14 June, as well as a morning meditation session at AWAY Spa on 13 June. The main event within this chapter will take place on 13 June, when guests will be able to join a Sunset Yoga session aboard the Horizon Yacht. This bookable experience will also include healthy refreshments and a 60-minute massage at AWAY Spa.
W Maldives said future editions of The Wavemaker Edit will expand into culinary, music and art-led experiences under a number of themed series, including Flavors Unscripted, Sound Wave and Make A Scene.
Commenting on the launch, General Manager Amila Handunwala said the initiative reflects the resort’s approach to continuously evolving the guest experience through collaborations with international talent.
W Maldives is positioning the series as part of its broader effort to offer more structured and experience-led programming for guests. In addition, the resort is promoting its Original Wavemaker package, which includes seaplane transfers and a half-board meal plan for two adults with a minimum stay of four nights.
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