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Book Before Tuesday 25th November 2014 & Enjoy a Free Return Transfers for 2 people, 1 Free Romantic dinner for bookings of 7 nights & 20% early bird discount from Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa. Valid for stays from 30th Dec 14 to 10th Jan 15.

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Free Transfers, Free Dinner, 20% Discount

Number 1 all-inclusive resort in Asia goes to Kurumba Maldives

Additionally Kurumba Maldives has been awarded as the top 3 all-inclusive resort in the world, progressing from number 8 in 2013, by the reviewers of the Travellers’ Choice Awards.

The travel website’s award winners were based on its members’ reviews and opinions of all-inclusive resorts around the world over a period from August 1, 2013, through to July 31, 2014.

Jason Kruse, General Manager of Kurumba Maldives commented: “This award is a source of great pride and inspiration to our team, and shows our dedication to creating the best possible environment for employees, so that we in turn can provide the highest level of service to our guests. Our all-inclusive packages offer great value for money and a diverse choice of food and beverage experiences. We are tremendously grateful of this acknowledgment from our guests.”

Festive Jubilations at Six Senses Laamu

Six Senses Laamu is eager to welcome the Festive Season with a new swimming pool and restaurant along with the addition of private plunge pools to 21 of the resort’s villas. The Christmas and New Year celebrations, from December 23, 2014 to January 3, 2015, include tailor-made experiences and events for all ages. Six Senses is excited to welcome returning guests and first time visitors to the resort as the entire team pulls out all the stops to extend a rich celebration of festive activities.

Some of the holiday highlights include:

A lobster barbecue on a private sandbank for an unreal seafood experience in the middle of the Indian Ocean. The delicious menu includes local seafood, freshly caught reef fish and salads made with organic ingredients grown in in the resort’s own gardens.

DJ Vifak will be behind the turntables of the specially installed beach decks! He will be the host DJ at the Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve party, inviting all guests to dance to the hottest island sounds. Then on December 31, the New Year countdown will bid farewell to the old year and welcome a promising 2015.

Over this period Des Mitchell will be on the decks of Chill Bar and Sip Sip providing a soulful highlight to the evenings accompanied by the lyrical voice of his fellow performer Sara France.

Six Senses Spa experts have made a selection of wellness and fitness activities and added them to the extensive and comprehensive range of award-winning signature treatments. An array of classes from asanas and yin yoga, to power walking and beach body training, will be held daily at the yoga pavilion. The spa will also offer the latest aerial experiences trend. Reach new heights with Six Senses aerial yoga, aerial fitness, aerial pilates and aerial meditation sessions.

Visiting Practitioner Benson Spiers will be available at Six Senses Spa throughout the festive period. Benson specializes in a variety of physical, emotional and spiritual therapies, such as tai chi, energy flow, fu shen massage and more. His sunset tai chi sessions are a must for fitness enthusiasts.

For younger guests, resort hosts have put together a series of fun activities and adventures. Pirates will be invading the shores of the island and they will take young guests aboard their boat for a snorkeling adventure. Fitness and spa activities will be available during this time, while a treasure hunt and a children’s disco party are not to be missed.

This is the season to share with family and friends and special excursions will be offered daily to ensure guests get the most out of their activity time with loved ones. Experience the Maldivian way of life on a nearby island or enjoy a true Robinson Crusoe escape on a secluded private island for a castaway picnic, Six Senses is ready to make all the arrangements. Sports activities and games will be organized, a few of which will include resort hosts.

Astronomer Parag Mahajani will also visit Six Senses Laamu during the Festive Season. He will set his telescope on the beach each evening and provide an introduction to the universe.

For more details please contact 00960 798 5454

Maldives participates at the World Travel Market 2014

The Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) together with 146 representatives from 54 companies are taking part in the World Travel Market 2014 held in London, UK from 3 – 6 November 2014.

A press conference was held on the first day of the fair, where the highlight of the conference was the recently launched Integrated Resort Project which was disseminated to the audience. The Maldives delegation will be meeting with the Top Travel Agents and Travel trade media to identify

opportunities to build strong ties between two countries and to identify strategies to increase the number of tourist arrivals from UK.

World Travel Market (WTM) is the leading global event for the travel industry and is a B2B event presenting a diverse range of destinations and industry professionals. Tourist boards, luxury operators, emerging destinations and technology specialists from a wide range of sectors and countries are among the 213 new exhibitors will be taking part in the World Travel Market 2014.

From January to September 2014, 66,602 tourist arrivals were recorded from UK. This is an increase of 3.7% compared to the same period of 2013. UK accounts for 7.4% market share and is the third largest market to Maldives.

http://maldives.net.mv/11964/maldives-participates-at-the-world-travel-market-2014/

Magical Season "Black & White Island Chic"

Celebrate the Festive Season in the heart of the Indian Ocean. Kick off 2015 at Dusit Thani Maldives with memorable celebrations highlighting art, music, dance and cuisine – all under the singular "roof" of a star-studded sky. Experience al-fresco ballroom ballets, DJ night mixes and a lot more excitement on "Black & White Island Chic" themed New Year's Eve. Enjoy magical performances throughout the season ranging from traditional Thai Khim music, live interactive painting, fire dances to Maldivian acoustic musical events.

Privileges:

·  Sumptuous daily international buffet breakfast at Market Restaurant

·  A bottle of sparkling wine in the villa upon arrival

·  Complimentary group yoga sessions with Yoga Instructor

·  Festive Season home made sweets in the villa

·  Free flow of Moët & Chandon champagne between 1830 and 2000 hrs. at the Sala Bar Club

·  Complimentary high speed Wi-Fi access

·  Molton Brown bathroom amenities and selection of tea and coffee by Nespresso in villa

·  Nice or Naughty festive season sleeping T-shirts upon arrival

For Reservations Contact OV Holidays Maldives

Maldives Government to levy 'Green Tax' on tourists

The Maldivian government has on Tuesday decided to introduce a ‘Green Tax’ which would be levied on tourists.

“Levying this tax is necessary given Maldives’ fragile environment” said Minister of Tourism Ahmed Adheeb “Revenue generated from the tax will go in to managing the waste from local resorts and other islands”.

The Minister further said that the government would discuss the logistics of levying the tax with businesses in the local tourism sector before introducing the tax. The amount to be levied is yet undecided.

Adheeb added that the government will propose a bill on the tax within this month with the hope of being able to implement it by 2015.

The Green Tax was accounted for in the estimated state budget for 2015. The government had also increased the Tourism Goods and Services Tax (T-GST) from eight to 12 percent. 

http://www.haveeru.com.mv/news/57338

Browns Hotels and Resorts of Sri Lanka to develop Nasandhura Palace Hotel

Browns Hotels and Resorts Ltd. of Sri Lanka, a fully owned subsidiary of Browns Investments PLC today announced that it had signed an agreement to develop a four-star hotel in the Maldives.

Browns Hotels and Resorts said it signed an agreement on Tuesday, October 21 with Alpha Kinam Holdings (Pvt.) Ltd. and NPH Investment Pvt. Ltd. to develop the property in Male’, Maldives.

The company plans to re-develop the Nasandhura Palace Hotel to a four-star hotel with approximately 150 rooms and 100 apartments.

It will invest US$ 9.5 million initially subject to statutory approvals and obtaining controlling interest.

Browns Investments said it has expanded its footprints in leisure sector by making a number of significant acquisitions and expects this investment, being the first overseas investment, to propel the company to even greater heights in leisure sector.

Renewal of Vows... Never Ending I Dos at Vivanta by Taj Maldives

Celebrate your love amidst the unique colours of these classic Maldives wedding venues. Sand underfoot, the turquoise ocean beyond. A timeless moment, just the two of you. Promises re-made, smiles all around.

Guests can renew their vows on our white sandy beach or in a private gazebo overlooking the ocean.

> Fruit Platter and a Bottle of Wine in the villa on arrival
> Decorated Ceremonial Pavilion on the ocean with Wedding Music and a Flower Shower
> Wedding Cake
> Bottle of Champagne for the Toast
> Traditional Photo Album with 36 exposures of a professional photographer.
> Decorated Villa on the wedding night with Candles, Romantic Music and a Floral Bath.
> Sunset Cruise for the couple with canapés
> Special seafood dinner on the beach with a bottle of house wine
> Presentation of Wedding Certificate and Champagne Bottle Cork in a Special Box
> One 45 minute complimentary Couple Treatment at Jiva Spa, once during the stay
> Complimentary usage of Non-Motorized Water Sports
> Special Gift on departure

For reservations & for more info please contact 0094 77 003 9046
OV Holidays Maldives Luxury Resorts & Hotels

Carfax Education Group offers tutorials to young guests

The Soneva Group has joined forces with the Carfax Education Group, elite educational agency, to offer tutorials to young Soneva guests whilst on holiday to further ‘top up’ their education.

From early November 2014 to the beginning of February 2015, 5 - 15 year old children at Soneva Fushi will be able to attend either group or personalised one-to-one tutorials with Carfax tutors. All multilingual Carfax tutors have themselves graduated from the top public schools and universities of the UK including Oxford or Cambridge Universities and offer classes in English in all main subjects including English, French, Spanish, Latin, Maths and Sciences. Ideally placed to support their young clients, they bring together a wealth of personal experience in terms of educational achievement, and an extensive understanding of the British, American and Swiss education systems. The ultimate aim is to offer lessons at both Soneva Fushi and in the long term Soneva Kiri during all main International school holidays, starting this August 2014 at Soneva Fushi. This enables parents to enjoy guilt-free holidays with the whole family, knowing that their child’s school, college or university education is not suffering whilst away in the Maldives or Thailand.

“This collaboration with Carfax is in keeping with Soneva’s ever evolving dedication to suit the needs of our younger guests”, explained the Soneva Group’s CEO and Chairman Sonu Shivdasani. “When children have finished their tutorials, they can join their friends in Carfax is a UK based International group of companies with a network of offices across the world. Carfax specializes in providing guidance and support to individuals and institutions who seek to access the best educational opportunities available in Britain, Switzerland, UAE and the USA. The group also offers a wide range of other related services.

Bi-weekly group classes will be offered on a complimentary basis and one-to-ones will be charged at an introductory rate of $150 USD. Bookings can be made in advance via reservations-fushi@soneva.com. The Den for the more light-hearted part of their holiday. We want their learning to be fun too.”

Photo Gallery of Island Cottage Sheraton Maldives Full Moon

Designed for those wanting extra space and privacy, our thatched-roof Beachfront and Island Cottages offer a comfortable island experience. Each cottage features vaulted ceilings for an even greater sense of space as well as a daybed and private balcony ideal for lounging. Individually controlled air-conditioning and a ceiling fan will allow the space to remain cool and comfortable.

A Sony 40-inch LCD flat screen TV with a choice of local and international channels, and a CD player is provided for your convenience. Each cottage is equipped with electronic safe, tea and coffee making facilities, in-room mini bar with a selection of beverages and snacks, as well as High Speed Internet Access (for a fee).

A king-size signature Sheraton Sweet Sleeper® bed complements the tranquil setting. The bathroom boasts an open-air shower that still maintains privacy while a separate bathtub is perfect for soaking with Shine for Sheraton™ bath amenities.

Beachfront Cottages feature an uninterrupted ocean view and direct access to the beach, while Island Cottages are steps away from our lagoon and offer refreshing views of our lush tropical gardens.