Jumeirah Vittaveli wins big at 2019 World Luxury Spa and Restaurant Awards

At the 2019 World Luxury Spa and  Restaurant Awards  at the State Hermitage Museum Official Hotel in St. Petersburg, Russia. At the Gala ceremony on 5th of July , Jumeirah Vittaveli’s Fenesse Restaurant received one accolades while Swarna Restaurant and  Talise Spa received International recognition at 2019 World Luxury Spa and Restaurant Awards for the third year in a row.  By celebrating success  Amit, GM  said ‘Winning these awards yet again this year attests to our efforts to excel in offering memorable dining to our guests on a daily basis –  made possible through the support of the outstanding team we have on the resort. We are all beyond honoured to see our efforts recognized on a global stage.

Receiving a World Luxury Spa & Restaurant Award is the pinnacle of achievement by a luxury spa, offering recognition for earning the respect of guests and industry players alike, and by awarding spas as voted for by the public, across a range of diverse categories. Winning a World Luxury Spa Award will not only inspire the confidence of guests and retain a loyal clientele in this highly competitive market, but it will also stimulate continuous growth and development of your spa. This was the fourth event of its kind and more than 200 guests flew in from around the world, representing more than 90 countries, 450 spas and 270

Nestled in South Male atoll, Jumeirah Vittaveli sits graciously, just 20 minutes away from Male International Airport.As you make your way across the crystal clear waters of the Indian Ocean aboard our motorised catamaran, all your expectations and anticipation will soon become fulfilled beyond your imagination.

Swarna translates to ‘gold’ in Sanskrit, reflecting royalty and the rich heritage of Indian cuisine. The gold standard at Jumeirah Vittaveli, this impressive restaurant delights guests with creative flavours, including the world’s most expensive Indian menu; the Gold at Swarna 15-course menu. The restaurant comprises three open-air dining cabanas, one chef’s table, and a swing for after-dinner relaxation, all dotted throughout a Maharaja Style garden venue.

Fenesse was named ‘Best French Cuisine’ in the Maldives and serves contemporary and inspired French fine dining cuisine in a stunning overwater venue. Diners are seated on private terraces overlooking the Indian Ocean while dining on mouth-watering delicacies prepared by Chef.

The Talise spa at Jumeirah Vittaveli has been named Best Luxury Wellness Spa in Maldives by the World Travel Awards in  2017,2018 and 2019. Treatments at the spa are inspired by concepts of light and space connecting with the purity and vibration of ingredients. The team produces their own island made 100 percent pure coconut oil, which is used in treatments and available as a take-home souvenir. The garden and overwater treatment rooms provide romantic spaces for couples who wish to enjoy blissful relaxation, while the spa menu also includes dedicated Mother-Daughter and Father-Son pampering sessions

Italian Airline Blue Panorama Commences Flight Operations to the Maldives

Italian airline Blue Panorama has started chartered flights to the Maldives on 20th June 2019 with Poland’s Itaka and Maldivian travel agency Sun Ocean. The first flight along with the crew was welcomed at Velana International Airport with a welcoming event along with a press event with representatives from MMPRC, MACL, UHC Hotel and Blue Panorama.

The Managing Director of Sun Ocean said they estimate an average arrival of a thousand tourists per month via the weekly flights.

Speaking at the press event, the Managing Director of MMPRC, Mr. Thoyyib Mohamed acknowledged the efforts of private parties and the role they play in development of the tourism industry of Maldives.

“Initiatives like this play a vital role in the progress of the tourism industry of Maldives. These operations will most definitely help the marketing efforts of Maldives as a destination. We will always welcome and support private parties who work for the betterment of the industry.” Thoyyib Mohamed said.

He remarked further on the importance of a direct connection between Poland and the Maldives in terms of tourist arrivals. He added that the MMPRC is conducting several marketing activities for Europe this year. Poland has shown an increase in arrivals to Maldives past five years. Although the total number of arrivals from Poland remains low, at 12000 arrivals in 2018, it was a rapid growth of 38.2% when compared to the year 2017.

Blue Panorama Airlines S.p.A. is an Italian airline headquartered in Fiumicino operating scheduled and charter flights from Europe to various international destinations.

Huvadhoo Association for Tourism Organizes Paddle out to Celebrate International Surfer Day 2019

World Surf League (WSL) organized a worldwide paddle out on 15th of June celebrating the International Surfing Day as a part of their Stop Trashing Our Waves moment. The main focus of the event with thousands of surfers around the globe was to show the world how surfers are stepping up their game to protect the ocean!

Surfers has always been playing a huge role in the fight against the pollution of the oceans around the world. The fight against global warming has never been stronger as the climate change has a direct impact on the planet, destroying the natural wonders around the world.

In the Maldives, Huvadhoo Association for Tourism (HAT) is organized a paddle out near Blue Bowls (Gdh Vaadhoo) in partnership with Ayada Maldives. The paddle out was carried away featured more than 30 surfers, including local surfers from Gaafu Dhaalu Vadhoo Island, and surfers from Ayada Maldives and Blue Shark Safari boat.

To be a part of the make a pledge moment by WSL surfers needs to decide what they are willing to do this year to stop polluting oceans, post a photo with their post on social media with the hashtag #StopTrashingWaves. Staying committed to the pledges throughout time to hopefully see better oceans and waves in the future.

The paddle out at Blue Bowls, Gdh. Vadhoo was WSL registered event organized in the Maldives. Huvadhoo Asociation for Tourism hopes to be a part of the fight against the environmental threats and to keep a good relationships with surfing community.

Kudadoo Maldives Private Island Named Among Condé Nast Traveller’s Hot List 2019

Kudadoo Maldives Private Island has been named on Condé Nast Traveler’s 2019 Hot List recognising the best new hotels and cruises in the world.

Condé Nast Traveller is the world’s most distinguished travel title providing inspiration and advice for discerning travellers. Authoritative and influential, Condé Nast Traveller is a multi-platform, transatlantic brand. Publishing UK and US print editions under Global Editor-in-Chief Melinda Stevens, Condé Nast Traveller offers award-winning expertise in luxury travel from around the world.

Located in the Lhaviyani Atoll, Kudadoo Private Island is the first top-end 5 star deluxe resort in the Maldives to be truly fully inclusive. From unscripted dining experiences, on the beach or on your private terrace, to in, on and above the water adventures, incredible spa treatments, private diving, excursions and water sports. Personal butlers are available 24 hours a day to assist in making this possible.

Designed by renowned architect Yuji Yamasaki, Kudadoo is inspired by traditional Japanese architecture. The Retreat – a central complex based over the water alongside the intimate 30,000 sq meter island – is home to the spa, restaurant, a wine cellar and cheese room, bar, games room and swimming pool. Its design includes perhaps the highest vantage point in the Maldives built on the sea and integrates enough solar power to sustain the resort.

Guests can enjoy unlimited private dining, spa treatments, water sports, unlimited private excursion, Private yoga and meditation, private personal trainer, unlimited in residence dining, unlimited private dining, premium champagnes, wines and beverages and all non-alcoholic beverages.

Ideal for exclusive hire, Kudadoo Maldives Private Island – Luxury All inclusive also offers additional accommodation for guests’ personal team.

Maldives Nominated for Seven Categories in the World Travel Awards’ Indian Ocean Region

The sunny side of life, Maldives has been nominated for seven categories in the World Travel Awards’ Indian Ocean region. Voting is underway unitl 21st April 2019.

The categories Maldives has been nominated are as follows:

– Indian Ocean’s leading Destination

– Indian Ocean’s leading beach destination

– Indian Ocean’s leading honeymoon destination

– Indian Ocean’s leading dive destination

– Indian Ocean’s leading cruise destination

– Indian Ocean’s leading green destination

– Indian Ocean’s leading tourist board

World Travel Awards™ was established in 1993 to acknowledge, reward and celebrate excellence across all key sectors of the travel, tourism and hospitality industries. Today, the World Travel Awards™ brand is recognised globally as the ultimate hallmark of industry excellence.

World Travel Awards™ celebrates its 26th anniversary year in 2019. Its annual programme is renowned as the most prestigious and comprehensive in the global industry. Each year World Travel Awards™ covers the globe with its Grand Tour – a series of regional gala ceremonies to recognise excellence within each continent, culminating in a Grand Final at the end of the year.

World Travel Awards™ gala ceremonies are regarded as milestone events in the industry calendar, attended by the industry’s key decision makers and figure heads, as well as key trade and consumer media. The programme, its winners and its sponsors are represented globally on social media, with fresh daily content on multiple platforms.

In 2019, World Travel Awards™ Grand Tour features regional gala ceremonies in North America & the Caribbean (Jamaica), Middle East (Abu Dhabi, UAE), Africa & the Indian Ocean (Mauritius), Europe (Madeira, Portugal), Latin America (La Paz, Bolivia), and Asia & Oceania (Phu Quoc, Vietnam). Regional winners then compete head to head in in the corresponding world categories. The winners will be announced on the night of the World Travel Awards™ Grand Final in Muscat, Oman in November 2019.

In 2018, Maldives had shined at the World Travel awards winning in 9 categories. Over the years Maldives had won prestigious positions in various categories.

Amilla Fushi’s New Blissful Bundles Entice Guests to Enhance their Maldives Experience

Visitors to idyllic Maldives dreamscape Amilla Fushi can now begin shaping their island adventure in advance with the launch of five new ‘blissful bundles’ – enchanting bolt-on packages that build the buzz by enticing guests to relax, discover, play and indulge through a collection of carefully curated – and substantially discounted – experiences.  The pampering parcels include a variety of additional enhancements, from foodie forays, soothing spa sessions and adrenalised adventures to complete island indulgence, inviting Amilla acolytes to play it their way in anticipation of their arrival.

Food lovers can rejoice with the Dine and Imbibe Passport, offering boundless indulgence across more than 10 different dining experiences, including Island Home delivery service; lunch at the new nurturing Wellness Café; afternoon tea at the Emperor Beach Club; dinner at Amilla’s award-winning signature restaurant Feeling Koi; plus a selected beverage package and mini bar service.

Wellness and Spa Time beckons for those seeking revitalization or relaxation. Guests  can opt to immerse themselves in a signature treatment from Javvu Spa’s integrated menu, featuring results-driven remedies from an expert edit of world-class brands including !QMS, iLA, Louise Galvin, Margaret Dabbs and Gentlemen’s Tonic; or sign up for sessions with Amilla’s personal trainers, wellbeing experts or a ‘Visiting Hero’ practitioner. Sauna and steam rooms await to round off the day.

Thrill seekers can plunge into the Water Adventure Bundle, promising a choice of exhilarating dives, aqua excursions, jet skiing, hover-boarding and parasailing sessions, as well as unlimited non-motorised sports activities. Active Pursuits offers a day of play, from private tennis lessons on Amilla’s full size courts or energizing  yoga or personal training; to sessions with the resort’s regular ‘Visiting Heroes’, ranging from artists and master jewelers to yogis – with a complimentary babysitting service ensuring guests are free to enjoy whichever they choose.

Or of course, guests can revel in designing their own unrestricted adventure with the inclusive Luxury Bliss Indulgence bundle – the ultimate ‘bundle of bundles’, combining the foodie freedom of the Dine and Imbibe Passport with the luxury of any three activites from the Wellness and Spa Time, Water Adventure Bundle and Active Pursuits packages.

For further information or to make a reservation, please visit: https://www.amilla.mv/offers

Dhigali Maldives Sets up a Water-bottling Plant

Dhigali Maldives has setup a water-bottling plant as a part of the resort’s eco-friendly endeavors and commitment to the environment.

“It is a great pleasure to share the exciting news that Dhigali Maldives, has set up a water bottling plant this month and thereby bid farewell to large amounts of plastic.” The resort said in a statement.

“The introduction of the water bottling plant is an important element in the resort’s eco-friendly endeavours and a commitment to the protection of environment in the day-to-day operations.”

Surrounded by a large house-reef, beyond the lagoon, Dhigali Maldives is a 45-minute seaplane ride away from Male airport. The guests can enjoy a meal at one of the 7 dining options.

The island itself is corralled by 20 Beach Bungalows and 33 Deluxe Beach Bungalows to the south, and 62 Beach Villas which line the north and southwestern beaches. Nestled under a canopy of palms, these beach front sanctuaries provide luxurious intimacy, effortlessly marrying the interior and exterior. Outside, spend your days relaxing in the private deck’s day-bed or opt for one of the 21 Beach Villa with Pool which include a private plunge pool

Guests can enjoy the Spa set in a soothing setting of a tropical lush garden, featuring an outdoor plunge pool surrounded by day beds within the natural greenery offering indigenous therapies and healing traditions.

In addition to PADI-certified diving, snorkelling and a range of water sports, Dhigali offers island hopping adventures to nearby islands to explore local culture. Access to the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Hanifaru Bay in the nearby Baa atoll is available, allowing guests to discover the largest seasonal groupings of manta rays, a variety of stunning corals and huge schools of tropical marine life, as well as the opportunity to spot whale sharks.

Hollywood in the Maldives: Maldivian Island Turns on the “Tree of Light”

This artwork will be the perfect complement with Cocoon’s naturalistic and breathtaking scenery, as part of an innovation that has been suggested by Alessandro Azzola, the Managing Director of Cocoon Maldives, the very first and only design hotel in the Maldives.

The resort has been furnished in a tasteful contemporary Italian style by leading design company, Lago. The project is inspired by Tomaso Schiaffino, Art Director of Bellaria Design, an individual who focuses on innovation and unique design.

‘Tree of Light’ is made up of real lighting installations that took 2 years to design due to its sophistication. Each model requires 85 custom parts and the lastest-gen LEDs. The result is a beautiful and simple structure which had been built to impress.

In his interview, Mr. Azzola audacious remarks “I was stunned by the creativity, simple and yet sophisticated. Hence I immediately envision that it would be perfect addition to complement Cocoon Maldives and will become one of the Iconic unmissable tourist’s attractions”.

“I was extremely delighted with the idea to exhibit my creation in one of the exquisite resorts in the Indian Ocean, particularly in Cocoon. And I believe it would be absolutely magnificent” Tomaso Schiaffino, exclaimed.

The ‘Tree of Light’ does not only serve as a testament to a great work of art but it also exhibits a wonderful showcase in the Indian ocean, specifically at Cocoon Maldives.

These artworks have been actually exhibited in the iconic nighttime scenes of the Oscar awarded movie “The Great Beauty” which was directed in Rome by the Italian Director Paolo Sorrentino.

 

 

Amilla Fushi Debuts New Energizing Wellness Café

The Maldives’ iconic idyll Amilla Fushi has unveiled a serene timber-clad Wellness Café and juice bar at its banyan-shaded Javvu Spa, adding a nurturing new dining destination to the island’s inviting wellbeing journey. Centred on balancing wellness of the body and mind with nutritious whole food, the new health haven offers a unique restorative experience through natural light-and-bright fare, without compromising on flavour.

Dedicated to sourcing unprocessed seasonal ingredients, the Wellness Café caters for those on the high-fat, low-carb ketogenic diet alongside an artful mix of organic, paleo, vegan, vegetarian and gluten free snacks. Guests can relish a curated menu that promotes natural healing through gut-friendly, immune-boosting super foods with minimal salt and free from refined sugars. Cooking and preparation techniques have also been carefully selected in order to retain nutritional value and showcase the natural flavours of the ingredients.

Packed full of flavour and fresh ingredients, enticing dishes include poke reef fish with pickled jalapeño, wakame salad, beetroot, avocado, MCT oil and ginger; beef carpaccio in MCT oil, capers, spinach, black olives and parmesan; and grilled chicken in coconut oil, Asian cabbage and pumpkin seeds. The juice bar meanwhile offers a host of carefully-crafted elixirs: Cold-pressed superfood juices, nourishing protein smoothies, detox tonics and SupremeBeing ketogenic shakes provide vital nutrients, leaving guests feeling energised, powered up and ready to continue their wellness journey in the island’s embrace. For the ultimate anti-aging, neuro-protective and anti-inflammatory boost, Amilla’s signature ‘Investment Smoothies’, The Vault and Amilla Timeless, are packed with superfoods, micronutrients and probiotics to promote and protect gut health from the inside out.

Nestled amongst trees in a serene spot next to Javvu Spa, yet close to the water’s edge, the Wellness Café is open daily for drinks and snacks (10am-6pm) and lunch (1pm-3pm). In addition to the new Wellness Café, Javvu Spa features 10 treatment pods; a yoga pavilion; fitness centre; a wet area; and a private training studio. Javvu’s holistic approach is complemented by an integrated spa menu of blissful pampering, featuring results-driven treatments from a carefully curated edit of world-class brands and ancient healing and energy therapies. Most recently, Javvu became the first spa in the Maldives to introduce therapeutic treatments incorporating activated hemp-based products with cannabidiol (CBD).

Please find further images of the Wellness Café here. For more information on Amilla Fushi please visit: http://www.amilla.mv.

Jumeirah Vittaveli Inaugurates Ice Skating Museum with Olympic Gold Medalist Evgeni Plushenko

Jumeirah Vittaveli has officially opened an ice skating museum at the resort’s ice skating rink ‘Ice Ice Maybe’ in the honor of Olympic gold medalist and three-time world champion, Evgeni Plushenko.

Mr Plushenko also hosted ice skating lessons on March 14 to 17 as a part of the ice rink’s first year anniversary.

Plushenko also inaugurated the ice rink on 20 March 2018 and returned this year for the anniversary celebrations of the ice rink, as well as to launch an Olympic gold medal winner ice skating museum at the ice rink.

Since April 2017 Evgeni is the coach of Adelina Sotnikova, the 2014 Olympic champion. He is also the coach of Vladimir Samoilov, a successful figure ice skater in Junior Championships.

True to Jumeirah Vittaveli’s core beliefs to improve sustainability wherever possible, the ice rink was built in partnership with Glice®, a company that manufactures artificial ice plates. Contrary to a conventional ice skating rink, a complex molecular technology makes Glice® synthetic ice rinks function entirely without water and at a zero-energy level.

Jumeirah Vittaveli provides extensive leisure and wellness facilities including a 5 star PADI dive centre, Talise Spa and Talise Fitness. The Talise Spa is surrounded by lush, natural gardens and offers Asian inspired treatments using organic or natural products.

Vittaveli Jumeirah’s 5-star villas feature an open-concept layout that lets guests take in stunning sea views and cool breezes. All villas offer private pool and direct access to the beach or lagoon. Free in-room WiFi access is available.

The exclusivity of Jumeirah Vittaveli Resort is a 20-minute luxurious motorized catamaran away from Male International Airport, which will be arranged by the resort.