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Unique Traditional Spa Treatments in Maldives – Unveiling Ancient Secrets for Modern Wellbeing

by Catalina Forbes
written by Catalina Forbes

Nestled within luxurious spa resorts in Maldives, a holistic world of traditional wellness rituals awaits. These unique treatments passed down through generations, incorporate local ingredients and time-tested techniques to leave you feeling renewed and connected to the natural world.

Coconut Shell Massage

The versatile coconut is not just a key component in Maldivian cuisine but local wellness rituals too. This experience on offer at resorts like OBLU SELECT Sangeli begins with a rejuvenating coconut scrub, lovingly applied to cleanse, and nourish your skin. This is followed by “Kāshi Nāshi,” a local treatment that utilises coconut shells and indigenous ingredients for a revitalising body massage. It melts away tension, reduces stress, and soothes muscular pain, leaving you feeling truly pampered!

Sand Bundle Massage

Indulge in an ancient local healing practice with the sand bundle massage after a day of adventure and before you unwind in one of your resort’s luxury beach villas in Maldives. This time-honoured therapy utilises a warm pouch filled with sand to massage your body, easing muscle aches and discomfort. Ideal for those seeking relief from arthritis, rheumatism, and muscular spasms, the warmth of the sand penetrates deeply, promoting relaxation and healing.

Coconut Body Scrub

Immerse yourself in the deeply therapeutic “Kaashi Scrub,” a traditional wellness practice. It involves a body scrub using a combination of sea salt rich in minerals and detoxifying oils, leaving your skin refreshed and invigorated. The experience culminates in a luxurious application of pure Maldivian coconut oil, stimulating the lymphatic system and promoting deep relaxation. This treatment helps to reduce fluid retention, relieves stress, and leaves you feeling revitalised from head to toe.

Coffee Body Scrub

Coffee Body Scrub – Image via Pexels

Coffee isn’t just for that morning pick-me-up! The coffee body scrub harnesses the power of this beloved bean to keep your skin healthy and glowing. This local scrub uses a gentle circular motion to remove dead skin cells, reduce the appearance of cellulite, and deeply moisturise your skin with the added use of Maldivian coconut oil as well. This treatment offers a natural solution to combat cellulite and will leave you feeling invigorated, radiant, and ready to face the world.

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Water-Related Activities in Maldives for Families – Fun Times Await in the Indian Ocean!

by Scarfer Haxor
written by Scarfer Haxor

Surrounded by the azure Indian Ocean and home to idyllic lagoons, the Maldives is the ideal destination for a family getaway with plenty of water-based activities that all can enjoy.

Snorkelling

The perfect water sport for the whole family, snorkelling in Maldives offers an ideal chance to witness stunning coral and marine life. This activity can be enjoyed at North Male Atoll resorts like Grand Park Kodhipparu which also have a thriving house reef which you can explore on guided snorkelling adventures; you can look forward to seeing not only vibrant reef fish, but stingrays, turtles and black-tip reef sharks too!

Dolphin Watching

When it comes to family excursions here, a dolphin-watching cruise is not to be missed and will give you an opportunity to see these marine mammals swimming and playing in their natural habitat. The North Male Atoll is again an ideal location for such experiences; the best luxury Maldives resorts here will provide such cruises on a traditional boat called a dhoni at sunset which further adds to the allure.

Speed-filled Water Sports

For families who are looking to add some speedy thrills to their holiday, there are lots of exciting water sports to choose from as well. Banana boat rides are an all-time favourite and the wide ocean expanses provide the perfect playground for an exhilarating journey! Those travelling with older kids can also look to enjoy activities like jet-skiing, wakeboarding and flyboarding, while tandem parasailing is also on offer.

Kayaking & Stand-up Paddleboarding

Of course, you can also enjoy more laidback fun as well; because the waters are so calm and crystal clear, it’s the perfect destination for activities like kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding which provide an ideal way to explore your surroundings and get in some cardio too! As you paddle along the waters, make sure to check below as well to spot various marine life too.

 

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Enjoy Kitesurfing in Maldives – A Thrilling Ride on the Waves

by Scarfer Haxor
written by Scarfer Haxor

Imagine skimming along the waves at speed with the wind in your hair and not a care in the world; such exhilarating experiences await those who try kitesurfing in Maldives!

Maldives Lagoon & Ocean

Maldives Lagoon & Ocean | Image via Pxhere

The Right Resort

When it comes to trying this water sport in Maldives, island resorts can be found that offer this activity; not all properties will do so, however, so make sure to check ahead. See if it not only provides kitesurfing equipment rental but lessons too so newbies can also learn and enjoy the experience.

Lagoon & Ocean

The lagoons at certain islands provide ideal places for learning this activity since they are most often protected by reefs, so the water is calm. Resorts like Huvafen Fushi Maldives offer private kitesurfing lessons as well as kite and board rentals for those with experience to head out to the ocean and ride the waves.

Main Season

The ideal time for kitesurfing is generally from May to October; this is the off-season so rates will be less too and while there can be occasional spells of rain, you will find average wind speeds ranging from 15 and 22 knots. That said, depending on which atoll you visit, you can enjoy this activity at other periods too.

More Options

The kitesurfing season coincides with being the best time to try windsurfing as well. Of course, there will be days when the wind may suddenly drop but that’s not a problem since there are plenty more water sports! Be it snorkelling, diving, jet-skiing, kayaking, wakeboarding or parasailing, you will be spoilt for choice.

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Enjoy Kitesurfing in Maldives – A Thrilling Ride on the Waves

by Scarfer Haxor
written by Scarfer Haxor

Imagine skimming along the waves at speed with the wind in your hair and not a care in the world; such exhilarating experiences await those who try kitesurfing in Maldives!

Maldives Lagoon & Ocean

Maldives Lagoon & Ocean | Image via Pxhere

The Right Resort

When it comes to trying this water sport in Maldives, island resorts can be found that offer this activity; not all properties will do so, however, so make sure to check ahead. See if it not only provides kitesurfing equipment rental but lessons too so newbies can also learn and enjoy the experience.

Lagoon & Ocean

The lagoons at certain islands provide ideal places for learning this activity since they are most often protected by reefs, so the water is calm. Resorts like Huvafen Fushi Maldives offer private kitesurfing lessons as well as kite and board rentals for those with experience to head out to the ocean and ride the waves.

Main Season

The ideal time for kitesurfing is generally from May to October; this is the off-season so rates will be less too and while there can be occasional spells of rain, you will find average wind speeds ranging from 15 and 22 knots. That said, depending on which atoll you visit, you can enjoy this activity at other periods too.

More Options

The kitesurfing season coincides with being the best time to try windsurfing as well. Of course, there will be days when the wind may suddenly drop but that’s not a problem since there are plenty more water sports! Be it snorkelling, diving, jet-skiing, kayaking, wakeboarding or parasailing, you will be spoilt for choice.

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Experience Island Hopping in Maldives – Discover Culture & Natural Beauty

by auburn
written by auburn

While pristine beaches and water sports may be amongst the country’s main allures, a not to be missed activity is island hopping in Maldives; here are some things to keep in mind.

Frédéric Ducarme, Maldives island, CC BY-SA 4.0

Why Consider Island Hopping?
The easy answer to this is that there are around 1,192 islands to be found here! In the Maldives, luxury resort properties are each located on an individual island, while you get local islands as well as uninhabited islands. Do check the COVID-19 guidelines during your visit to see if island hopping is taking place.

Visiting Local Islands
One of the best ways to experience Maldivian culture is to visit local islands. Depending on their location, some properties offer tours to the capital, Male; others such as Kandolhu Maldives provide speedboat excursions to islands where one can witness traditional communities and even enjoy a typical afternoon tea break!

Things to Keep in Mind
When visiting local islands, an important thing to keep in mind is that unlike at private resorts in Maldives, you need to dress conservatively covering any bare areas of the shoulders or legs. It’s a good idea to apply and bring along sunscreen and a camera or GoPro, while some guided tours will include local drinks & snacks.

Uninhabited Island Getaways
Equally captivating is a visit to uninhabited islands which provides a castaway-like experience! Resorts may provide speedboat excursions to such secluded islands or even sandbanks; you can laze on soft-sandy shores, snorkel to your heart’s content and even savour a gourmet picnic lunch with loved ones!

 

 

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