Whale shark festival comes to the Maldives

Whale shark festival comes to the Maldives

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Who? Conrad Maldives Rangali Island What? Conrad Maldives Rangali Island will be organising the first Whale shark festival in association with the Maldives Whale Shark Research Programme. The one day festival will include whale shark related activities where guests can learn about the animal and take part in conservation initiatives. When? 29th June Where? Dhigurah Island in South Ari Atoll, Maldives How? Visit maldiveswhalesharkresearch.org for more information Fly via KLM

Shangri-la Villingili Resort launches first private terminal

Shangri-la Villingili Resort launches first private terminal

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Who? Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort and Spa, Maldives What? Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort and Spa, Maldives is now the first Maldivian resort to have its own private executive terminal at Gan International Airport in Addu Atoll. The terminal will be for the exclusive use of Villingili Resort’s guests and features various lounges offering first class and VIP services. When? Open now Where? Villingili Island, Addu Atoll, Republic of Maldives How? For more information, visit www.shangri-la.com/male/villingiliresort Fly via British Airways

Purify and detox at Hilton Maldives Iru Fushi
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Purify and detox at Hilton Maldives Iru Fushi

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Who? Hilton Maldives Iru Fushi Resort & Spa What? Detox in style at the Hilton Maldives Iru Fushi Resort & Spa. The hotel has created a new “Purification” spa program incorporating daily yoga sessions, traditional Ayurvedic beauty treatments and purification breakfast, lunch and dinner menus. The three day program is priced at $1692 per person, plus taxes. When? Available now Where? Via sea plane from Male International Airport, Maldives How? To book, email spa.irufushi@hilton.com Fly via British Airways

Jumeirah Vittaveli Exterior
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Jumeirah Vittaveli spa celebrates Maldivian culture

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Who? Jumeirah Vittaveli, Maldives What? The Talise Spa at Jumeirah Vittaveli has just launched two new signature treatments that celebrate elements of local Maldivian culture. The “Island of Life” is inspired by the gentle movement of the ocean and uses island ingredients while the “Boli Malaafath Neshun” derives its traditional name from a local dance and involves simultaneous massage by two therapists. Prices from $150. When? Available now Where? Bolifushi Island, South Male Atoll, Republic of Maldives www.jumeirah.com How? To book, call +960 664 2020 or email JVMreservations@jumeirah.com Fly via British Airways

Kurumba, the oldest resort in the Maldives

Kurumba, the oldest resort in the Maldives

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Who? Kurumba, Maldives What? Kurumba, the first ever resort to open in the Maldives in 1972 has recently celebrated its 40th birthday. Tour operator Kuoni is offering 7 nights with breakfast at the 5-star resort in a deluxe room, including flights with Emirates from Heathrow and transfers. Prices are from £1,390 per person, based on two sharing. When? From December Where? Kurumba Resort, Vihamanafushi 08340, Maldives How? To book, call 01306 747008 or book online at Kuoni quoting IO0021 Fly via British Airways