Soneva Jani: The continuation of an intelligent luxury experience

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The story of Soneva is a love story. It was their love for the environment that led Sonu and Eva Shivdasani to create a collection of luxury resorts that surpassed imagination by sharing a truly authentic sustainable way of life. The respect is real. The concept is inspiring. The islands have individual personalities. Yet, each […]

Duniye Spa awarded the third Certificate of Excellence by TripAdvisor®

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Popular Maldives spa brand Duniye Spa has been awarded the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2017, earning the annual recognition for the third time. Now in its seventh year, the Certificate of Excellence designation recognises establishments that consistently earn great reviews on TripAdvisor from travellers. “We would like to say a big thank you to all […]

Spa Review: Transporting you into a ‘Duniye’ of your own making at the Duniye Spa in Hurawalhi Island Resort

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Dhuniye’ in Dhivehi refers to the world or universe we live in or is used as the colloquial description of a particular world, originating from the Arabic word ‘Dunya’ of the same meaning. The name itself is a tall order for any abode, especially for a spa. The Duniye Spa at Hurawalhi Island Resort beckons […]

MediKation; the cure for relaxation at Kandima Maldives

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Kandima Maldives, the country’s first Lifestyle resort, has unveiled the MediKation package for guests that are all about relaxation and unwinding. This promotion is applicable to all guests staying for a minimum period of four days or more. The new programme comes with the banner; “Go all out and experience the best of our esKape […]

Embark on your Wellness journey at Anantara Kihavah

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Wellness is an active process of making choices towards a healthier existence. It is the constant, conscious pursuit of living life to its fullest potential. At Anantara, wellness is rooted within an ancient Indian system of holistic medicine known as Ayurveda. Ayurveda has been practised in India for over 5,000 years and is built upon […]

Residence by Cenizaro introduces ‘Healthy Hour’; an all new wellness offering

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Residence by Cenizaro flips happy hour on its head and has introduced “healthy hour” in each of its hotels in the Maldives, Mauritius, Zanzibar and Tunis. Healthy Hour aims to boost the wellbeing of guests during their stay, allowing guests to return home energised and inspired, said The Residence in a statement. In line […]

WELL Intelligence – Insightful fast track to what’s relevant

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Earlier this year WELL Intelligence Limited, a newly created company, launched the inaugural edition of the Hospitality ∩ Wellbeing Barometer. The Barometer provides an insightful fast track to what is relevant and what matters in our business landscape. It is an industry journal that is distributed online, published five times per year and available as […]

Sun Siyam Iru Fushi to be named ‘Best Spa Hotel in Maldives’ at Int’l. Hotel Awards 2017

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Sun Siyam Iru Fushi Maldives is set to be named the ‘Best Spa Hotel in Maldives’ at the International Hotel Awards 2017 and has also confirmed receipt of the International Five Star Standard. The announcement of the National and Regional winners and awarding will be held at The Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park Bangkok, Thailand […]

Wellness; the uber trend in hospitality?

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Rewind back a couple of years and for most holiday-makers, the concept of wellness rarely went beyond spas. From carefully curated massages and scrubs offered in luxurious facilities, to the occasional yoga session in the morning, the definition of wellness remained very confined and vague. But today, the scene has shifted to more travelers looking […]

The Residence by Cenizaro launches spa and wellness offerings designed for men

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Residence by Cenizaro responds to a dramatic increase in men requesting for spa treatments and services, with the introduction of new treatments and wellness offerings specially designed for men. The offerings are available at the collection’s ocean facing hotels in the Maldives, Mauritius, and Zanzibar. The Residence Maldives – located on Falhumaafushi in Gaaf […]

Amilla Fushi introduces new wellness retreat led by Bodyism founder James Duigan

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Imagine escaping to an island home away from home, a uniquely serene wellness retreat surrounded only by lush swaying palms and endless tropical skies. Ascending to a private, pampering haven 12 metres up amongst the treetops, letting the cares of the bustling world fall away and succumbing to a revitalizing, blissful reverie where recharging and […]

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Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa introduces 2,000 year old Tibetan wellness ritual

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa, with its eye on health and wellness this year, introduces singing bowl meditation to its wellness offering. The Tibetan tradition – thought to date back to between 480 and 560 BC – offers the chance to reduce stress and anxiety, and increase mental clarity. Singing bowls produce sounds that invoke a […]

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