From Eid Celebrations to Kitesurfing, Here’s Where to Visit the Maldives on May 2022

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02 May, 2022

May is hot, but is the start of the Maldives’ official wet season. Guests visiting Maldives’ resorts during the holy month are unlikely to notice anything different to any other month – meals and alcohol are served as usual. If you’re visiting a local island, there will be some restrictions that you’ll understandably be asked to respect.

This month has a lot going for it: fairly reasonable prices, fewer people at the resorts and optimal surf and scuba conditions are just some of the perks.

From Michelin-Starred private dinners to snorkeling with Manta rays, here’s a where to go this May.

Eid Kulhivaru Celebrations 2022 at The Marina @ Crossroads Maldives

Eid Kulhivaru Celebrations

Marking the end of the holy month of ramadan, The Marina @ CROSSROADS Maldives will host traditional experiences and exciting activities throughout the three-day Eid Al-Fitr celebration from 2nd to 4th May 2022.

Open to public, everyone is welcome to participate and engage in the 3-day programme, showcasing the island nation traditions, arts & crafts, food, music and more.

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Kandima Maldives announces the Ultimate Eid Getaway Experience: Kool Eid Summerkation

Ultimate Eid Getaway Experience

This year Eid holiday at Kandima Maldives an island destination for all! Soak into the scenic blue Maldivian waters and celebrate your Eid mubarak vacation at Kandima. Go all out with our ‘Kool Eid Summerkations’ package designed exclusively for your stay with a choice of many studio & villa categories and enjoy kool fun perks during your holiday! Packages Price for Minimum Stay: 4 Nights starts from $2500++ onwards

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COLOURS OF OBLU launches Two new resorts recruitment drive

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COLOURS OF OBLU, a brand by Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts, has announced a recruitment drive for its brand new two resorts, the recently-opened OBLU SELECT Lobigili and upcoming OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi.

The recruitment day will take place in Maagiri Hotel on April 24 and May 8. The management teams of both resorts will be at the event, to brief candidates on available opportunities and provide more information about the resorts

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Food to Make You Smile: Reethi Beach Resort hosts Visiting Thai Chef Ann

Thai Chef Ann

A lovely, all-round resort, Reethi Beach in the Baa Atoll, Maldives welcomes Chef Ann from Phuket, Thailand.

Chef Chatchanan Punjasuphachok, better known as Chef Ann, brings the unique flavours of Thai Cuisine to Reethi Beach Resort and its guests. Showcasing her talent from 1st to 11th of May 2022, she will present a full Thai Dinner Buffet at ‘The ‘Rehendhi’ on 6th of May 2022 and transform the resorts’ Saima Garden into a Thai A-la-carte venue on the remaining nights.

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A blissful Eid Family Getaway on Finolhu Island Playground

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With its comfortable villas, vibrant natural beauty, speciality restaurants and a wide choice of family-oriented activities, Finolhu Baa Atoll Maldives is one of the preferred getaway destinations for families to celebrate the upcoming Eid al-Fitr, and mark the end of the holy month of Ramadan. Finolhu Baa Atoll offers a blissful holiday adventure for families seeking to unwind and recharge together in a tropical island paradise.

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The Nautilus Maldives to host a private Dining experience with a Michelin-Starred chef Kirk Westaway

Michelin-Starred chef Kirk Westaway

A highly exclusive resort in Maldives, The Nautilus invites a VIP guests to savour an extravagant dinner with two-star Michelin Chef Kirk Westaway on 18th and 19th May, 2022.

From the bustling metropolis of Singapore to the tranquil shores of the Maldives, the experience will be paired with exquisite old world wines at Zeytoun, the overwater signature restaurant at the ultra-luxury resort.

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Riu Resorts marks third birthday with Action-Packed Anniversary Celebrations in the Maldives

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The most affordable all-inclusive resorts in Maldives, Riu Hotels is celebrating their third anniversary, and everyone is invited to join them in paradise to celebrate. Both Riu Palacу Maldivas and Riu Atoll have arranged a variety of exciting activities for their visitors on May 17th.

The resort’s anniversary celebrations will continue throughout the week with events such as the Pool Parade, Riu White Night, Riu World Night, and the Bodu Beru performance, according to the resort.

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A Year in Food: Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa unveils Culinary Season 2022

Culinary Season 2022

Le Méridien Maldives Resort's 'Culinary Season’ is set to launch the resort’s premier dining programme, showcasing some of the best dishes, beverages and dining experiences from all around the world.

From Michelin star awarded chefs, award-winning to trendsetters, the resort is set to invite chefs, baristas and mixologists from the world’s top restaurants and bars to offer their unique talents, signature dishes and delicious mixes. From 3-14 May, the resort has already confirmed the arrival of Rafael Gomes from Itacoa, Benjamin Padrón from Licorería Limantour, Fabrizio Aquè an Illy Master Barista, and Walter Ishizuka.

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Find Joy this Eid Holiday Season with Milaidhoo Island Maldives resort

Milaidhoo Island Maldives resort

Book the best small island break for Eid 2022 at Milaidhoo Maldives and celebrate this Eid with an exclusive holiday programme featuring a choice of special experiences. The exclusive Eid offer is available for all GCC-based visitors for this Eid break from April to July 2022. Apart from selecting your preferred meal plan, you can choose two out of five experiences as part of this exclusive Eid offer.

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Sun Siyam Iru Veli hosts Michelin-Starred Chef Residency Series

Michelin-Starred Chef

Celebrity chefs Christophe Chiavola and Hemant Oberoi are next up to headline the prestigious residency series at Sun Siyam Iru Veli, where they will each host intimate uber-exclusive dinners, bringing the best of fine dining experiences to the shores of Maldives.

Join us at Sun Siyam Iru Veli to experience the most innovative, and most exclusive of international gastronomic events. From 16th to 19th May, Chef Christophe Chiavola and from 6th to the 9th June, we have Chef Hemant Oberoi cooking up some excitement at Iru Veli’s signature restaurant Roma.

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COMO Cocoa Island Maldives hosts the Kitesurfing retreat with World champion

Kitesurfing retreat with World champion

The ultimate getaway for luxury holidays in Maldives, COMO Cocoa Island is located in an unspoiled South Male Atoll setting. The island’s pristine nature, clear warm water, secluded lagoon and sandy beaches raise the bar for water-based activities.

Add some adventure and excitement to your stay with COMO Cocoa Island from May 30th to June 4th 2022 with two-time world champion, Youri Zoon.

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Summer Family CAMP-CATION 2.0 at Hard Rock Hotel Maldives

Summer Family CAMP-CATION 2.0

This summer again, Hard Rock Hotel introducing Summer Family Camp-Cation 2.0 in Maldives combining summer camp and family vacation. Unique summer camp setting, featuring sports, crafts and arts will provide your little ones with an awesome fun filled with discovery; while offering you, the perfect beach holiday with the entire family.

This summer, combine your family vacation with an amazing kids camp for your little ones. Play Hard or Pause Hard. Loud or quiet, there's no wrong way to be here. Whatever you do, do it to the fullest, zero guilt, all the way. The offer must be booked for a stay from 8 May - 31 Aug 2022.

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