Skydiving has been introduced in the Maldives and can now be experienced by guests at Niyama Private Islands in the country’s southern Dhaalu Atoll. The new tandem skydiving experience, which launches for guests to experience this month, takes place from Dhaalu Airport just a short speedboat ride from the resort. Tandem skydiving is the best way for first-timers to experience this thrilling, adrenaline-fuelled sport in the safest of environments, with the opportunity to descend over the tropical islands of the Indian Ocean. Guests play an active part in the jump, descending by freefall and parachute, with the seasoned instructor connected from the leap to the landing. The exhilarating experience begins with a seven-minute speedboat ride to Dhaalu Airport on a neighbo...
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Lending itself naturally to social distancing where one can truly unwind in spacious outdoor environments in a ‘one island, one resort’ setup, the Maldives has always been a dream vacation choice for most travellers. If you have been visualising a tropical luxury scene of embracing pure white shores lined with swaying palms, Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas has presented yet even more reasons why a Maldives escape is balm for the soul. Picture this: a tropical luxury scene of the Maldives embracing pure white shores lined with swaying palms. If you have been dreaming of it, Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas has presented yet even more reasons why a Maldives escape is balm for the soul with its ‘Best of Maldives’ stay package. A promise of great adventures awaits with a trio of experienc...
Read MoreIntroduces resident nutritionist at Dhigu & Veli Maldives resorts Anantara Dhigu and Anantara Veli Maldives Resorts are renewing their focus on wellness with the introduction of nutritional therapy, wellness cuisine workshops and health and nutrition seminars. The addition to the team of an on-property Nutritionist, combined with the resorts’ comprehensive spa, wellness and medi-spa facilities, gives Anantara Dhigu and Anantara Veli guests a truly immersive wellness experience equal to that of many leading destination spas. The arrival of resident Naturopath and Nutritional Therapist, Kelly Manning gives guests staying at Anantara Veli and Anantara Dhigu, along with those at sister resort Naladhu Private Island, the opportunity to focus on their nutrition to help overcome st...
Read MoreThe outstanding property portfolio from Soneva includes vast beachside villas and secluded over-water hideaways Hidden amongst dense jungle or perched over the azure waters of a remote private lagoon, Soneva’s luxurious Private Residences are a welcome retreat from the stresses of the outside world. Introduced in 2011 in response to requests from returning guests, the pioneering Soneva Villa Ownership scheme made Soneva the first and only company to offer Maldivian real estate to foreign buyers. Today, the portfolio includes a breath-taking selection of expansive private villas at Soneva’s award-winning Maldives properties in two of the world’s most unspoiled natural havens: Soneva Fushi in the Baa Atoll, and Soneva Jani in the Noonu Atoll. A sanctuary of tranquillity, each vill...
Read MoreNiyama Private Islands welcomes professional surf photographer Erick Proost to capture guests riding the waves Renowned professional surf photographer, Erick Proost is to start a three-month residency at Niyama Private Islands in the Maldives, the only luxury resort in the Maldives with its own wave breaking onto the shore. Returning to the resort for the third time, Erick will be available from 8 March to capture action images of guests riding the waves during their stay at the resort. Riding Vodi wave at Niyama Private Islands Maldives Niyama Private Islands has two islands – Play and Chill, which are connected by a bridge. Vodi wave is just off the shore of Play Island and is a powerful and sometimes hollow left hander. Off to the west and five minutes away by speedboat,...
Read MoreSetting a new precedent in naturally inspired design and luxurious living in the greatest aquatic paradise on earth, Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas has launched its collection of the largest private pool residences in the world with the renovation completion of the resort’s two-bedroom over water pool residences. A multi-million-dollar project which started in 2020 with the redesign of its four, three and two-bedroom beach pool residences, this exclusive collection of Maldivian accommodation experiences, comprising of seven, is the pinnacle of palatial seclusion, ideally suited for multi-generational vacations and larger group travel. Inspired by the natural beauty of the island encircled by a pure white shoreline, the renovation of the residences saw a careful preservation of th...
Read MoreThe Maldives resort expands its award-winning offering with 27 new Water Reserves, new dining concepts, the Soneva Wellness Centre, and Soneva Unlimited, which includes unlimited access to meals, fine wines, diving, experiences, spa treatments and transfers Soneva, the luxury resort operator with sustainability at its core, has announced the launch of Soneva Jani, Chapter Two. The award-winning Maldives resort is synonymous with overwater luxury, superlative hospitality and rare guest experiences, and this new chapter marks the beginning of an incredible new era. Now open to guests, Chapter Two expands upon Soneva Jani’s portfolio of luxurious water villas, as well as introducing exciting new dining concepts, the Soneva Wellness Centre, and a whole new way to experience the best of the...
Read MorePrivate jet travellers can now reach their Maldivian slice of paradise resort in super quick time. Dhaalu Airport in the southern archipelago is now authorised to handle direct international private jet arrivals and departures, meaning jet set travellers headed to Niyama Private Islands Maldives have the swiftest and safest arrival experience in the country. Dhaalu Airport is a mere seven-minute private speedboat glide to Niyama, guaranteeing the ultimate convenience and peace of mind for private jet guests. Niyama Private Islands Maldives recently reopened its doors to offer guests an abundance of space and privacy and a multitude of opportunities to create their own exceptional island experiences, all with the laid-back vibe that Niyama is known for and which keeps them returning ...
Read MoreImagine escaping to your very own over-water home retreat in the Maldives at the drop of a hat. Now with Anantara Veli Maldives Resort’s ‘Unlimited Stays in Paradise’ package, you can book unlimited nights at the resort for a one-time fee and make this island paradise your bolthole for the duration of 2021. Return to your Maldivian Over Water Bungalow as often as you please and soak up the turquoise lagoon, magical sunsets and the tropical beauty. Laze on your sun deck as colourful fish swim in the crystal-clear waters below. Elevate working from home to a new level, or up sticks and escape to sunnier climes to enjoy some R&R whenever the fancy takes. The exclusive ‘Unlimited Stays’ offer at Anantara Veli opens the door to complete flexibility so you and your loved one can come and...
Read MoreThe Maldives, with its iconic azure blue waters, crystal-clear lagoons, pristine beach settings and remote island seclusion is a dream destination for many travellers. Nowhere is this more beautifully pieced together than at Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas. Now welcoming guests, Anantara Kihavah reopened after a six-month temporary closure with brand new villas and redesigned wellness and dining concepts. It is welcoming guests with brand new villas and redesigned wellness and dining concepts, including its newly renovated beach pool residences, restaurants and Anantara Spa. Further enhancing the guest experience, the resort has also implemented Anantara’s Stay with Peace of Mind programme and the launch of the new Anantara app. Just in time for Christmas and festive holiday planning,...
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