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COMO Cocoa Island announced the promotion of Abdulla Wisam to Executive Assistant Manager Rooms effective 1st December 2024. That yet again marks high-profile leadership with a never-ceasing momentum and commitment toward improving excellence and resultant continued success in the resort.Eminently notable recognition for spectacular contributions throughout 2024 is Wisam's promotion. Most importantly, he led on the island in the absence of both General Manager and Resident Manager. He is capable of 'holding the fort' while maintaining operational excellence; his capability has been key to the success of COMO Cocoa Island. Also, Wisam had been the driving force behind getting resort resort fantastic online reviews and had planned and executed two buyouts of an island hence, to get it above view, which was more than maintaining the highest QA scores in more than 94% performance.We are pleased to inform you that Abdulla Wisam is to move from being Director of Rooms to Executive Assistant Manager - Rooms. Leadership in absence of GM/RM with great guest feed, island buyouts, and quality assurance scores called for this. Wish him best.Wisam comes with ten years of hospitality experience within the resorts of Maldives, having worked within some of the most iconic ones. He joins as a restaurant waiter in 2004, but his progression to management quickly happens, as does an even few resorts such as Four Seasons Landaa Giraavaru, The St. Regis Maldives, and Raffles Maldives. Getting promoted as Front Office Manager for COMO Cocoa Island in 2021, his hard work pays off, and he graduates to become Director of Rooms. Wisam was the GM of COMO Cocoa Island since early 2024 as no GM had been appointed to the hotel at that time.One of the foundations of some of the problems instigated by the guest satisfaction issues with experience individualization up to green means to create sustainability. Most of Wisam's successes are related to continuous improvement with the development of relationship characterizes.Moving ahead in the future, Wisam will be growing with industry experience because he has already covered customer service, digital marketing, and sustainability. It would, therefore, push COMO Cocoa Island to a new horizon of success as he steps into his new role.

Fushifaru Maldives unveiled its fun-filled festive program, full of jovial cheer, to be celebrated from 20th December 2024 through 6th January 2025. Join the endless adventure that awaits adults and kids at the resort's exquisite little island for an unforgettable holiday.The celebrations will start on 20th December with a Christmas tree decorating event, and the guests are encouraged to come and embrace the spirit of the season as they decorate the grand Christmas tree on the island, which will be followed by a Lighting Ceremony in the evening. This is an opportunity for the children and adults alike to have unique experiences that reflect the best of Fushifaru's offerings during the festive period.Besides morning and evening sunset beach yoga, adults can participate in sushi-making courses with expert chefs, wine enthusiasts can indulge into exclusive wine tastings- an exquisite portfolio of fine wines handpicked and presented under the tutelage of the resort sommelier-a truly great addition to overall dining experience.Younger guests at Fushifaru will have hundreds of activities ready to make beautiful memories, including cookie decorating sessions where they can bake their Christmas goodies, creating colourful treats at the same time.Christmas Eve will see the big entrance of Santa, with his bags full of presents, spread holiday cheer to every corner of the island. And, there's the treasure hunt across the island for little adventurers seeking those hidden surprises.As the New Year approaches Fushifaru will have a fantastic New Year's Eve. It is to be a bright, live music night with the theme of dining experiences on the beach and a major countdown party on the seashore to usher in style into 2025. Celebrations will continue further into the new year to focus particularly on Orthodox Christmas on 6th January and unique events and activities that honor this important cultural holiday.This year, no less than brilliant performance of the famous Anna Sklyar will be attended at the New Year's Eve Gala Dinner and Orthodox Christmas Dinner. A Russian opera and pop singer, celebrated because of her participation in The Voice, Anna is famous for the unique soprano voice with an amazing timbre that enchants.She performs in eight languages, from timeless opera classics to contemporary pop hits. It promises to be an unforgettable evening of world-class entertainment perfectly complementing the festive celebrations at Fushifaru.Enjoy the season in festive celebrations, live music, DJ, and entertainment and so much more for the entire family. From mouth-watering Christmas & New Year Gala Dinners to thrilling events like Santa's Arrival and Christmas Tree Lighting, Fushifaru Maldives promises an unforgettable holiday season for all.

One of the hospitality leaders from Maldives, Coco Collection, is starting 2025 with some of the culinary world's stars. Acclaimed Pâtissier Chef Joanna Artieda will be joining Coco Bodu Hithi in North Malé Atoll on 27 to 29 January, and celebrated Whole Hog BBQ' er Chef Jord Althuizen on 24 to 26 February. One of the most skilled in her craft with culinary art, Chef Joanna boasts of a success that brought international-level recognition to her work. This included Best Spanish Chef, in 2016; a back-to-back honor of consecutive years for the Madrid Fusion years; and 1 among the 10 desserts trended at the World Pastry in the Pastry Revolution Magazine in 2019. Last, but most important of all, in 2022, there were the two last honors she was granted: the Gastronomy Award in Navarra in 2022, and the Best Pastry Chef 2022 award.In December 2019, she published her first book, "Sweet 12" - the world's first digital book dedicated to seasonal products, which is actually a creative tool with great hopes for innovations in traditions of sweet food preparation.This promises to be a collaborative effort bringing forth the refreshing, sweet scent of the island while making a set of delicious candies and savory treats accompanied with several flavors to please children of all ages-an auspicious way of ushering in the great Year of the Dragon!And under starry night skies at Coco Bodu Hithi, where dazzling barbecues are on, much more for Coco Collection to take pride in having Chef Jord as their culinary guest this most romantic time of the year. He has gotten the name Whole Hog BBQ'er 2014, won several awards on four best-selling BBQ cookbooks, and one of the awards is that he is the winner for the year 2016 and 2017. He brings his guest to the resort because of an extraordinary dining experience as he will present a master of the grill and accompany his art of perfection through an unforgettable dining experience, especially for couples.Recently, it has received a variety of awards and continuously provides an entirely new version of food on each day in breathtakingly beautiful varieties. On-going visit by Michelin Star Chefs ensure it is one fantastic dining experience for guests which works quite well with Group Culinary Director, also Michelin Star-winning Martin Cahill's efforts while concentrating upon service excellence and fine culinary services on both properties.Feeling inspired to go out and indulge at Coco Bodu Hithi soon? Get ready to take up the Discover Coco deals to save as much as 40% on the generous and spacious villas.  For reservations, feel free to contact reservations@cococollection.com in order to book your outstanding holiday.

A Maldivian pioneer in barefoot luxury, Gili Lankanfushi Maldives had just passed through Christmas & New Year 2024/25. Snorkel past sharks, gingerbread villas in water- each of the festive feasts received a twist. It can be the ultimate place to spend some time during the most wonderful period of the year.This time-worn icon is the hallmark in the festivals around the globe; theme fun and frolic at this festival will be held inspiration and new beginning through deep roots of growth and connectivity that comes with a natural rhythm. Offering Yuletide is on 22nd December, 2024 to 7th January, 2025 and on this list of fun activities go as follows :.Be they caught by that crafty impulse, step in line with yoga and meditation, or just have a cure for the hype of the hypnotherapy course, Gili Lankanfushi Maldives has much seasonal serenity up its sleeve for all this holiday season. These include gingerbread house-making classes, wooden decorations out of recycled wood on Christmas, and yet another beach tree-lighting ceremony performed to all renditions of the Gili Christmas Choir.But that's not all at Gili Lankanfushi: for the adventure-thusiasts, there are tennis matches and surf lessons with Santa Claus, beach volley tournaments, shark snorkelling, and dolphin cruising. And then, cinema under the stars in Gili by Christmas time, watching a holiday movie by your toes buried in the sand, dreaming up your coconut shell dreamcatcher, and speeding through your gifts arriving via speedboat by Santa.Such educational experiences and tours will give the visitor opportunities to view them in ways of respect and commemoration of the extraordinary beauty of the world's magnificent natural wonders.One can join the island's marine biologists in designing the Gili Coral Tree, or join the Gili Water Plant Tour where guests can see firsthand how the island turns sea water into purified drinking water, or participate in the Tree Expedition and Tree Grafting workshop wherein the nature enthusiasts will find out how to graft this marvelous manner to a new tree by fusing parts of different trees. Young children will have activities in projects with decoration ideas that include branch classes and the island's head organic gardener-led gardening programs.It is a preserve of the natural environment, it is a protection of frail marine ecosystems and walking upon already existing footprints on the sand. It is through such initiatives of the island brought through the Coral Lines project, therefore engaging its clients at Gili Lankanfushi in activities undertaken by the island concerning sustainability.And on the same page, this dine-by-the-beach experience might have anything one is ever to put at or reach the top of their "bucket list": just the churrascaria-type style of Brazilian barbecue Indian Tandoor feast, spice souk bazaar and "Roots" wine dinner curating by a chef and a sommelier, on to dining inspired by that life-giving and ground-an-choring root: trees.Sure enough, Gili Lankanfushi, within the North Malé Atoll of the Maldives, is the par excellence of an untouched island location. It is just 20 minutes by speedboat from Malé International Airport. The design has been sensitive to the environment, and, amidst one of the most beautiful settings-still, free-from-care luxury, with nothing greater in philosophy than 'no news, no shoes' -it is a perfect place for couples, families, individual travelers, and groups alike.

The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort revealed that it has achieved a prestigious Green Globe Certificate awarded to the most outstanding sustainable performance in managing travel and tourism worldwide. In this regard, the move reflects the commitments of resort management towards sustainability, environmental conservation, responsible tourism, and thus indicates its efforts towards the private island's natural beauty, as well as its ecosystem.The resort incorporates sustainability very deeply into its operations. In partnership with Reefscapers, it is also part of a coral reef restoration activity where guests are permitted to take an active role in planting live corals. Its effective waste management strategy includes advance recycling and composting facilities. Sourcing from the local community as well as sourcing organic, locally grown produce and sustainable seafood helps keep the environmental footprint low.It added the signature still and sparkling water, named Fen after the Maldivian word for "water," which is made from the crystal-clear sea surrounding the island and desalinated on-site in the resort's new eco-friendly bottling plant designed to reduce carbon emissions by minimizing its footprint. For every bottle sold, the resort contributes USD $3 to the Blue Fund, supporting coral propagation projects directly with Reefscapers. Fen water is complimentary at breakfast and by the beach and is offered on all restaurant and bar menus for an elevated guest experience that actively reduces single-use plastic waste. The resort proudly touts local goods and champions Maldivian artisanal crafts to ensure guests feel a deep connection with the island in question."We are deeply honored to be awarded the Green Globe Certification that recognizes the efforts of all our associates toward sustainability across all levels of our operations. Our commitment to this natural environment of this island underlies all that we do. It is not a practice-it is a promise to generations in terms of the luxury in respect to the conservation aspects".This is the first ever private-island St. Regis resort promising an unparalleled experience of the pristine tropical paradise wrapped in the high standards of luxury and sustainability. The sparkle of sand and lush greenery and the blue waters of the Indian Ocean make this resort truly stand on the way towards market leaders in sustainable luxury travels.

In conclusion, on November 28th, 2024 Maldives Inflight Catering Pvt Ltd (MIC), the country's premier facility for inflight catering of the nation, hosted and gave an educational visit of Grade 10 BTEC Hospitality students from Thoddoo School. Being the only catering provider for the country's commercial flight operation into the country and private jet operations within the country itself, MIC plays a crucial role in both the country's Aviation and Hospitality Industries.The visit marked MIC's ongoing commitment to educational partnerships and inspiring the next generation of hospitality professionals.Students got exposed to intricate operations involving inflight catering, first-hand with key areas of menu planning and preparation, packaging, and logistics. This brought about a practical exposure that balanced their theoretical understanding."At Maldives Inflight Catering, we believe in nurturing and developing the future stars of our industry," says MIC General Manager Han Chieh Ashley Lim. "We were more than delighted to host these enthusiastic young students from Thoddoo School. We hope they will appreciate better now all the intricacies and triumphs in the world of in-flight catering. We remain fully committed to continuing working hand in glove with our local communities to generate real-life career and development opportunities."This experience gave our students very valuable exposure to the hospitality industry. Many of them got inspired to take up aviation, catering, and tourism careers. It has been really motivating to see how classroom learning translates into the real world," said Mohamed Rashid, a teacher at Thoddoo School.MIC is very committed to making strong bonds with education establishments and looks forward to the numerous opportunities for further cooperation with them, including internships. With hands-on experience, the students can be prepared and equipped in terms of knowledge and competencies that will help them make outstanding performances in the hospitality and aviation industry.A subsidiary of Maldives Airports Company Limited and SATS Ltd, MIC is very popular for inflight catering services to many international airlines and private jets. In addition to Maldives Inflight Kitchen, MIC also owns Hulhule Island Hotel; it is the only hotel inside Velana International Airport and the very exclusive Madifushi Private Island Maldives, which is in Meemu Atoll.

Six Senses Maldives appoints Sara Raquel Pinto as Regional Assistant Director of Sales.Sara will work with both of the company's resorts in the Maldives: Six Senses Laamu, famous for its pioneering marine conservation programs, and Six Senses Kanuhura, which offers a private beach location in paradise.Sara is passionate about the brand's values, bringing nearly ten years of experience in luxury hospitality sales. She joins us from Six Senses Ibiza, where she managed the European and Brazilian markets as Sales Manager. Originally from Portugal, Sara began her career with Six Senses Douro Valley, advancing through various sales and marketing roles, eventually excelling as Sales Manager and forming important market relationships."Six Senses Laamu has always been a pioneering property for the brand, and it's exciting to witness Six Senses Kanuhura evolve into the new standout resort," says Sara.The resort is built on a spectacular coral reef deep within the Indian Ocean. Many of the villas and facilities are constructed above water, although beach villas and on-land dining options are also available. All villas offer privacy with breathtaking ocean views, allowing guests to connect with nature in the Maldives. Dining options abound with global cuisines, an overwater wine cellar, and an organic garden as well as a signature bar. The resort offers an exhaustive list of activities and excursions on land and on water, complemented by the Six Senses Spa and SHELL, Sea Hub of Environmental Learning in Laamu, the marine conservation center.Six Senses Kanuhura is famous for its three private islands, offering some of the finest beaches in the Maldives. The spacious and elegant beachfront, family, and overwater pool villas are 91 in number and set against a stunning turquoise lagoon teeming with turtles and marine life. Guests enjoy a range of adventures in this paradise, including dining, family moments, fun activities, new friendships, and peaceful seclusion for an intimate island retreat.

Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives announced its nomination for the Wellness Heaven Award 2026 in the Wellness & Spa category, with an outstanding score of 9.59 points in the Wellness & Spa rankings.Honoured this year as part of the 2024 Readers' Choice Awards from Condé Nast Traveller among the best resorts in the Indian Ocean, the resort continues to provide exceptional experiences to guests, earning a magnificent rating of 9.41 on the hotel rating platform, Wellness-Heaven.de, making it a flagship property in luxury wellness tourism.Voting for the Wellness Heaven Awards is now open, and it will close at 30 September 2025. Guests and fans are encouraged to participate by submitting favourite travel stories and photos. Those also stand a chance to win €27,500 hotel vouchers.This award is a testament of Kuda Villingili being committed to creating a haven with serenity where guests may rest and rejuvenate against such breathtaking beauty in Maldives.At the heart of this difference lies The Spa, a haven of rejuvenation and tranquility situated on a private island that can be accessed through a beautiful overwater bridge. This spa offers a truly unique experience with eight overwater suites, each including an outdoor bathtub and a dedicated Ayurvedic treatment room. Situated above a calm lagoon, every suite affords stunning 360-degree ocean views, and if a soundtrack for relaxation is required, then it would simply be the soothing sounds of the waves.Signature therapies that can be enjoyed as an exceptional treatment program are lava shell and raw baby coconut, which calms guests by touch, and transform guests in Ayurvedic treatment- the head, Shirodhara and Back, Prishta Abhyanga with Kizhi.The Wellness Heaven Awards recognises the best in the business of luxury wellness and spa resorts across Europe and Worldwide. In its first year, the Wellness Heaven Award 2026 also widens to include resorts worldwide. This award is designed for the purpose of honoring greatness in hospitality, wellness, and relaxation. The award analyses such categories as spas, food, rooms, and services. This is a win based on detailed analyses from professional reviewers and seasoned guests. Quality is the hallmark of the award, guiding the traveler to exceptional destinations for preserving their health.Vote for Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives and help it take the lead. The winners are to be chosen based on popular voting, and the final results will be announced once voting ends.

JOALI BEING luxury wellness retreat in the Maldives hosted tennis workshop on November 25, 2024, in association with Alexander Zverev Foundation, dedicating to assisting children afflicted with diabetes. The global number 2 tennis star Sascha Zverev was present at this event; young students, including adolescent diabetic patients, of the neighbour island R. Fainu were invited.It has presented a platform for the learners to be trained and updated about the tennis game by the experts, Sascha Zverev. Fathih Mohamed is also a part of this session, as a Young Leader in Diabetes, as well as Regional Representative for the Maldives in International Diabetes Federation. Fathih along with tennis stars gave positive messages to the young learner to learn and grow up with them.The celebrations in Tennis continued to November 29, 2024. The venue, JOALI BEING, was a lively open event to all the guests without age restriction. This guest enjoyed an interactive workshop session, a spirited game hosted by Sascha Zverev and his team that ensured to bring the night into warm friendship.The JOALI BEING guests during November 20 to 30, 2024 were provided with private tennis coaching with Sascha Zverev and his brother Mischa Zverev, along with Marcelo Melo. Sessions took place on the beautiful tennis court of the island and involved priceless expert input as well as an opportunity for the participant only once.The whole episode did not only bring out the wellness and community commitments of JOALI BEING but also the power of sports in bringing people together to fight for meaningful causes.

Kurumba Maldives is preparing to usher in this New Year's Eve with DJ, producer, and broadcaster, Marvin Humes, for an unforgettable party and DJ set at the five-star resort's iconic Kandu Bar. Marvin will take over guests into 2025 by a carefully selected set in a New Year's celebration as Kandu Bar becomes the ultimate partying spot for NYE. Luxury, vibrant music, and the breathtaking setting of the Maldivian ocean should mix together to create a totally new kind of celebration. Marvin Humes' career is a two-decade journey within the music and entertainment industries. Born and bred in South London, he finds his inspiration among the legendary Todd Terry and Frankie Knuckles, together with performances alongside his father, a DJ. Marvin now stands out as an international brand for being one of the most renowned DJs, producers, and broadcasters, with electrifying sets performed in Ibiza, Dubai, and Las Vegas, in addition to hosting the well-acclaimed Kisstory show on KISS FM. Some of the biggest names in the industry have worked with Marvin. He has interviewed David Guetta, and Martin Garrix, performed sets with Jonas Blue, Sigma, and Sigala. Apart from the White Isle, Marvin has performed in Las Vegas with Major Lazer DJ and producer, Diplo. The Kurumba Maldives welcomes the New Year Eve Celebrations, where guests will engage in various activities for families, children, and couples all through the day and into Pre-Gala Cocktails, a delicious New Year Gala Dinner feast, followed by an unforgettable evening of beachfront music and festivities.

1 December 2024. Ifuru Island Maldives resort is celebrating its anniversary of stay. This luxury resort in the heart of Maldives during its first year attracted people from all corners of the world and gathered a lot of international awards. Some of them include Top 100 Luxury Hotels and Resorts of the World 2024, Luxury Lifestyle Awards, and Best Beach Resort, Maldives, by Seven Star Luxury Hotel Awards.Located in the fabulous Raa Atoll, Ifuru Island offers pristine 1-kilometer white sand beach with spectacular sunset views. Resort design creates perfect balance between sociability and seclusion: 147 elegant beach suites and villas in 'Retreats' and 'Villages' arrangements. Direct access to the beach accommodations and private pools in resort provide perfectly suited conditions for multigenerational vacations and special celebrations.Six restaurants and four bars catered to the palates of the guests underlined by the 24-hour premium all-inclusive dine-around concept. And with local inspirations from Maldivian dishes right up to international curated flavors, Ifuru Island now fills the place of that great culinary destination for discerning travelers.This caters to several activities like dolphin watching, diving, cultural immersions, and rejuvenating treatments at the Xanadu Spa. Among the favorite favorites is Coconut Kids Club that ensures fun by a little guest regarding the beauty in front of him in Maldives.What has been a phenomenal journey to have hosted guests, created some unforgettable moments, and reached levels on the world map. We really look forward to building further with the experience that we will gain by making it to the future with such foundation. Marcel Sawyer, General Manager Ifuru Island Maldives.The beginning of celebrations of successful years in Ifuru Island Maldives is associated with a guarantee of high-class luxury service, and each guest receives a perfectly magical experience.

Kurumba Maldives invites DJ, producer, and broadcaster Marvin Humes to a party and DJ set not to be missed this New Year's Eve at the legendary Kandu Bar in this five-star resort.The countdown to 2025 starts with a Kandu Bar curated set by Marvin as this hotspot transforms to be the epitome of partying into NYE. Expect it all: luxury, great music, and the sheer backdrop of the Maldivian ocean- a true celebration like no other.Marvin Humes is far from a stranger in the music and entertainment world. Marvin is very popular in two decades of his music career. He is South London-born and raised and was always drawn into music by the legends such as Todd Terry and Frankie Knuckles. He started DJing with his father, and Marvin is now an internationally celebrated DJ, producer, and broadcaster known for his electrifying sets in Ibiza, Dubai, and Las Vegas and also his critically acclaimed Kisstory show on KISS FM.Marvin has supported some of the biggest acts in the industry, interviewed guys like David Guetta and Martin Garrix, warmed up for Jonas Blue, Sigma, and Sigala's sets, and even performed at White Isle for Major Lazer with DJ/producer Diplo in Las Vegas.Kurumba Maldives hosts welcome New Year Eve Celebrations, including events for all of the family, kids, and couples throughout the day into the Pre-Gala Cocktails and then a sumptuous feast of New Year Gala Dinner, with an evening packed with unforgettable beachfront music and other festivities.

To the "Masters for Masters" series, The Nautilus Maldives is hosting Germany's No. 1 padel player and one of the world's top 50 most influential figures in the padel industry, Denise Hoefer, for an exclusive Padel Masterclass from March 22 to 25, 2025. This outstanding experience is an invitation for guests to improve their skills at the padel, led by a global champion in an Indian Ocean background setting that is nothing less than a paradise.It has conquered 30 million hearts across the globe today, International Padel Federation says. The sport emerged as the fastest-growing sport in the world. This March, The Nautilus is going to present an unforgettable opportunity for guests in getting themselves to be immersed in this very exciting game under a four-day Padel Masterclass led by Denise Hoefer, the top female padel player of Germany and captain of the German national team. Participants will be instructed on the cutting-edge padel court of The Nautilus but will also experience that unique blend of world-class coaching and timeless, unscripted hospitality of this island.The Padel Masterclass will be set up as a mix between group and private classes taking into consideration the skills levels of the players. Young players will be allowed the opportunity to join the Young Wonderers program that is composed of classes specially made with introductory lessons about the game in an entertaining, fun way. Enough time will be given for replenishment and unwinding after the energizing day in court at Solasta Spa with exclusive treatments from Maison Caulières-Deep Tissue Healing by Spinal Connection, Volcanic Stone Therapy, and Warm Poultices. These refreshing spa experiences complement all the energetic activities done in the day to refresh the participants.Baa Atoll, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, features 26 ultra-luxury houses and residences offering an intimate haven. The retreat sits within the white sands powdering its shores, colorful coral reefs, and crystal waters-a definition of bespoke hospitality. Every detail is handcrafted to inspire and promises its guests an unparalleled ultra-luxury experience based on relaxation, renewal, and discovery. It might be practicing those padel skills or embracing the peace of island life. That's the Nautilus as it represents the most discerning traveler.

New hire: Sara Raquel Pinto, assistant regional sales director.Sara will report directly into both properties of this portfolio. She will lead innovative local initiatives in marine conservation around its iconic beach site for Six Senses Laamu and Six Senses Kanuhura.Sara has almost ten years with the Six Senses brand and is looking to bring her sales experience in luxury hospitality toward helping share and personify our brand values. She is currently the Sales Manager for Six Senses Ibiza and responsible for markets in Europe and Brazil. Her roots hail from Portugal but was transferred actually, transferred from the officer sales and marketing position and assigned the role of Sales Manager of Six Senses Douro Valley in order to have her share in making plans to build up market connection."Six Senses Laamu has been such a trailblazer property for the brand for so long, and it's exciting to see how Six Senses Kanuhura is fast on the rise. Six Senses Laamu is a five-star resort located in the Indian Ocean on Laamu Atoll. The resort borders a splendid coral house reef. Almost all villas and amenities, both overwater and some beachfront are accessible to dine in above-land areas. Ocean views with surroundings seem to be only privatized where the villas appear to be somewhat hidden. There's also an overwater wine cellar, organic garden, and a signature bar besides the many dining options and international cuisettes. Besides the Six Senses Spa and the Sea Hub of Environmental Learning in Laamu (SHELL), the marine conservation center, there are land, sea, and even underwater activities and excursions.Six Senses Kanuhura is a home of three private islands, hosting some of the finest beaches in the Maldives, summing up to 91 beachfront, family, and pool villas with large, beautiful villas and outlooks over the turquoise lagoon. Other sea creatures are shared with resident turtles. So much adventure in paradise found in the connections of life, foods, fun, family times, new friends for intimate island moments of solitude in peaceful isolation.

The highlight of the celebrations is the Gala Dinner at ONU Marché, where a sumptuous spread awaits. Guests can Savour traditional holiday favourites such as Roasted Beef Wellington and Turkey, all served in a warm, festive atmosphere enhanced by live music.New Year's Eve: Welcoming 2025 in StyleThe resort invites guests of all ages to ring in the New Year with an array of exciting events on December 31.Young revelers can celebrate with Ded Moroz and Snegurochka at the Little Bird's Club in fun games and a lighting ceremony of the tree, while adults are indulging in handmade cocktails on the beach as the sun sets for the last time this year.A grand New Year's Gala Dinner at ONU Marché promises a feast of fresh seafood, Maldivian lobster, premium caviar, and succulent prime cuts. The clock striking midnight will set off a spectacular fireworks display across the sky and lead into a high-energy countdown party with live music and mesmerizing dance performances.Festive Culinary HighlightsThroughout the season, Mövenpick's dining venues will host varied themed culinary nights to indulge every palate:Arabian Souk Night at ONU Marché: Take guests away to an Arabian marketplace with dishes Moroccan Lobster and Persian Marinated Prawns.Treasure of the Sea Wine Pairing Dinner at Latitude 5.5: Delight in Italian-inspired seafood dishes paired with expertly selected wines.Maldivian Night, 28th December: A traditional BBQ at the island with fresh catches of the day and Boduberu music for a very Maldivian evening.Theme evening celebrations and Night EntertainmentEvery evening, the resort will be alive with themed parties, from the glowing Glow Party at ONU Bar, to sophisticated parties like White Cosmo Party and Gold-Themed Night. Nightly entertainment is also provided by fire dancers, live bands, and spectacular performances to make every night as unforgettable as the last.Orthodox Christmas: Celebrating a TraditionFor Orthodox Christmas, the resort provides a beachside cocktail hour, a gala dinner in an elegant setting, and the mystifying Snow Maiden Show. The events are complemented with live music and dance performances that bring in the Eastern European traditions to this tropical paradise.