Arabica’s James Walters Brings Modern Middle Eastern Flavours to Dhigali Maldives’ Signature Restaurant Battuta

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Dhigali Maldives announces a new culinary collaboration with celebrated chef, restaurateur, and author James Walters, the creative force behind London’s acclaimed Arabica and author of Arabica, Small Plates Big. In February 2026, Walters will bring his vibrant, modern Middle Eastern cooking to the Maldives, offering guests a rare opportunity to experience his signature dishes in an island setting.

Over three evenings – 24th, 25th and 26th February, Walters will take over Battuta, Dhigali’s signature restaurant, presenting a specially curated menu inspired by the flavours and traditions that have made Arabica one of London’s most loved Middle Eastern dining destinations. The three-night experience will celebrate bold spices, layered textures, and refined interpretations of dishes from Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, Turkey, and the wider Eastern Mediterranean.

Three-Night Menu Highlights
• Day 1: Flavours of the Aegean – Greek and Turkish-inspired small plates designed for sharing
• Day 2: Levantine Feast – Sun-drenched flavours of the Eastern Mediterranean
• Day 3: Lebanese-Inspired Feast – Aromatic, family-style Lebanese dining

Commenting on the collaboration, Christian Szabo, General Manager of Dhigali Maldives, said the experience aligns perfectly with the resort’s vision of offering guests meaningful, culturally rich dining moments.

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Chef Walters shared his excitement to bring the warmth, aromas, and stories of the Eastern Mediterranean to Dhigali, creating menus designed to foster connection and celebration around the table.

Inspired by the travels of Ibn Battuta and set within Dhigali’s lush island jungle, Battuta provides a fitting backdrop for this collaboration—transporting Arabica’s heritage to the shores of the Maldives for an unforgettable February experience.

New Year, New Calm with Milaidhoo’s Signature Detox Journey

Begin the year grounded and in tune with what truly matters at Milaidhoo Maldives, where barefoot informality and mindful living come together. As the festive season will wind down, the island beckons guests to slow their pace, reconnect with the essentials and immerse themselves in a natural sense of calm with the New Year Renewal – 3-Day Detox Journey.

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Designed for those seeking balance and inner calm after the holidays, this curated programme nurtures body and mind through gentle, restorative treatments, featuring the renowned Aromatherapy Associates range. At Milaidhoo, wellbeing is not rushed, it unfolds with intention, allowing guests to embrace the island’s unhurried rhythm and rediscover serenity.

Day 1 – Grounding & Harmonising
The journey begins with a personalised 15-minute holistic wellbeing consultation, ensuring every ritual reflects each guest’s unique needs. Following this, a welcome ritual combines aromatherapy inhalations with cocoon meditation, gently easing the body and mind into a state of peacefulness.

Day 2 – Detox & Revitalise
Awaken the senses with a private eucalyptus-infused steam ritual, crafted to invigorate and support immunity. The Aromatherapy Associates Detox Body Mud Wrap follows, purifying, toning and deeply recharging the body, while a Wellbeing Facial restores both skin and spirit, leaving guests refreshed and renewed.

Day 3 – Renewed Energy & Inner Calm
The final day features a Detox & Drainage Massage, stimulating circulation and lymphatic flow to release tension and heaviness. A 30-minute sound healing therapy follows, promoting profound relaxation and a renewed sense of lightness. Guests depart with personalised take-home stretching and mindful breathing exercises to sustain balance and wellbeing.

Priced at USD 550++ per guest (240 minutes), the New Year Renewal embodies Milaidhoo’s philosophy of slow, meaningful living, a luxurious yet intentional pause from everyday life. At Milaidhoo, every experience is crafted to reconnect guests to what matters most: themselves, their surroundings and the natural rhythm of life in the Maldives.

Start your journey of renewal today.

Embrace the slow pace of Milaidhoo and let our New Year Renewal – 3-Day Detox Journey guide you to clarity and calm.

Book your transformative experience now and make this year your most balanced yet.

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Nature, Nurtured: The New Serenity Spa Experience at Baros Maldives

Baros Maldives unveils a renewed Serenity Spa menu this season, marking a thoughtful evolution of the island’s wellness offering. Designed for travellers seeking restoration with tangible results, the new menu positions Baros as a refined glowcation destination — where meaningful relaxation meets visible, lasting wellbeing.

Set within the lush heart of the island, Serenity Spa is reached by a winding sandy path, accompanied by birdsong, palms and the soft scent of tropical blooms. Here, wellness moves beyond passive pampering. Baros blends time-honoured Asian healing traditions with modern techniques, advanced skincare and potent natural actives, creating experiences that restore balance, enhance radiance and invite deeper rest.

Central to the new menu is a curated collection of island-inspired signature rituals. Baros Forest Therapy draws on the calming power of nature, combining grounding essential oils, guided inhalation, flowing massage, a mineral-rich mud mask and a soothing scalp massage to ease stress and reconnect body and mind. The Serenity Green Signature and Walk in the Garden rituals further reflect Baros’ forested landscape, using botanical actives, aromatherapy and intuitive bodywork for deeply sensory renewal.

Serenity Spa’s enhanced product portfolio brings together globally respected wellness brands. Natura Bissé introduces science-led facial and body therapies, while Aromatherapy Associates offers mood-enhancing massages designed to support sleep, relaxation and emotional wellbeing. Obsidian for Men delivers focused, mineral-rich treatments and Margaret Dabbs elevates hand and foot care into restorative rituals.

“Each product has been carefully selected for its efficacy and its ability to work in harmony with our nature-led environment,” says Tri Wardani, Cluster Director of Spa at Baros Maldives. “This allows us to offer treatments that are both sensorial and results-driven, without losing the calm, understated essence of Baros.”

Complementing the menu are two wellness journeys, offered over three, five and seven days. Each combines personalised therapies, advanced facials, daily movement practices and time in nature, designed to be experienced at a personal pace.

“This new chapter at Serenity Spa is a natural evolution of what Baros has always stood for,” shares Ibrahim Shijah, the General Manager of Baros Maldives. “It is about deepening the guest experience, with wellness that feels natural, intelligent and entirely in tune with our island.”

Please contact [email protected] or +960 664 2672 for booking enquiries.

Kandolhu Maldives Announces Exclusive Chef Collaboration with German Chef Pascal Oudotte in March 2026

Kandolhu Maldives announces the next chapter in its series of chef collaborations, welcoming renowned Chef Pascal Oudotte from Michelin Guide rated restaurant, Stilbruch in Karlsruhe, Germany. This exciting residency in March next year will feature a series of curated culinary events that promise an unforgettable gastronomic journey.

Chef Oudotte's culinary philosophy blends classical French techniques with modern artistry. He champions seasonal produce, pure flavours, and refined textures, letting the finest regional ingredients shine. Sourcing is guided by sustainability and respect for origin, while precise techniques and subtle flavours create dishes of profound depth and unforgettable taste.

• 11 March 2026: Olive restaurant will host an intimate five-course surprise menu designed by Chef Pascal Oudotte. With only 12 seats available, this exclusive evening promises a personalised journey of flavours.
• 13 March 2026: The Sea Grill will transform into a dining haven for a four-course surprise menu, catering to 22 guests. A perfect blend of fine dining and island charm awaits.
• 15 March 2026: The collaboration will culminate with a special evening of cocktails and canapés, offering guests the opportunity to meet Chef Pascal Oudotte and experience his culinary magic up close in a tropical setting.

This exclusive chef collaboration highlights the resort's commitment to delivering world-class dining experiences. With its pristine beach, serene villas, and attentive service, Kandolhu is the perfect backdrop for these unique gastronomic events. Shaped by the sea, this small emerald island offers sweeping views of the azure Indian Ocean. With its striking Maldivian architecture and profound tranquillity, Kandolhu offers the ultimate Maldivian escape.

For more information or to book, please visit www.kandolhu.com

Kuramathi Maldives Announces Exclusive Wellness Journey with Imron Zulfikar

Kuramathi Maldives is delighted to welcome acclaimed holistic wellness practitioner Imron Zulfikar for an exclusive residency from 15 December 2025 to 3 January 2026. Resort guests will have the unique opportunity to engage in tailored wellness programmes, expertly designed by a master of holistic health.

During his time at Kuramathi, Imron will offer a variety of private wellness sessions, each crafted to rejuvenate and promote lasting well-being. His approach seamlessly blends ancient healing techniques with modern fitness science, creating personalised programmes that promote renewal, harmony, and resilience. Highlights include:

• Watsu Water Healing Journey: A deeply relaxing session in warm water, combining shiatsu, massage, and mindful movements to release tension, calm the nervous system, and restore inner balance.
• Chakra Balance Therapy: Body and mind balance is aligned with crystal healing, guided meditation, and soothing massage.
• Meridian Deep Release Massage: The combination of deep tissue therapy and acupressure targets tension and energy blockages, relieves chronic pain, improving mobility, and boosting vitality.
• Accu Glow Facial: Merging acupuncture with customised skincare techniques to stimulate collagen, detoxify, and enhance natural radiance for firmer, brighter skin.
• Oriental Slim Detox Massage: Combines Traditional Chinese Medicine, acupuncture, and massage to activate lymphatic drainage and promote detoxification.

About Imron Zulfikar

Imron is a wellness lifestyle coach and holistic fitness specialist with over a decade of experience in acupuncture, tension release, yoga, Pilates, and personal training. His integrative methods support balance, mobility, and emotional well-being, offering a comprehensive approach to health and vitality.

Imron has had an impressive career, having worked at luxury resorts and with high-profile clients worldwide, including Serena Williams, Emma Watson, Richard Branson, and members of the UAE Royal Family. Known for his intuitive healing and professionalism, Richard Branson once described him as having “golden hands.”