Musts you can’t miss when you visit The Standard, Maldives

 

We know, a stay at The Standard, Maldives is a bucket list experience in its own right. The thing is, we want you to make the most of it. Once you step foot onto our island oasis, there will be countless new experiences to check off your list.  

Here are a few musts you can’t miss when you visit Maldives.

1. Sunrise, sea, sand, salt, sunset, repeat. Nothing more, nothing less.

2. Get set to snap some views! The 35-minute scenic seaplane journey from Velana International Airport to our gorgeous resort is the ride of a lifetime. 

3. Each one of The Standard 115 villas, whether floating above a turquoise lagoon or nestled into a pristine sandy beach, has a private plunge pool primed for dips. 

4. Give us your best barefoot casual. Stuffy dress codes were never our thing.

5. Do your part for the environment. The Standard, Maldives have a water bottling plant, eco-friendly amenities, and electric-powered buggy cars.

6. The Standard, Maldives just 35 minutes away by speedboat from the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Hanifaru Bay. Swim in one of the country’s richest marine biodiversity areas with the world's largest aggregation of manta rays from May to November.

7. Look around you! The Standard, Maldives natural playground is ideal for snorkeling and water sports enthusiasts. An ocean of thrilling adventures awaits you in Maldives.

8. While you’re at it, pop on over to The Standard, Maldives coral breeding station, an eco-inspired initiative from the resort's our very own Dive Center team.

9. Feel fresh as ever after a hydrating facial, stress-melting massage, or both, at The Standard Spa.

10. Say yes to an early evening cruise with the breathtaking Maldivian sunset and possibility of dolphins jumping beside you at any moment. 

11. Hungry? The Standard, Maldives has six restaurants and bars range from a beachfront BBQ Shak to a traditional Maldivian restaurant Guduguda.

12. Dance the night away at The Standard, Maldives over water, adults-only, Beru Bar, featuring the largest disco ball in all of the Maldives.

13. Traveling with the kiddos? Don't worry. The Standard, Maldives Lil' Shark Kid's Club will keep them busy and entertained, too.

14. Take a chance at romance. When you Eat, Play, Love, you get couples’ massages, private hammam experiences, dinner under the stars, and sunset cruises. 

15. Make sure you have the time of your life and take loads of pictures!

Have the time of your life at The Standard, Maldives!

 

The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives is a unique blend of relaxation, socializing, and adventure, perfect for a romantic escape, getaway with friends, or family vacation. The 115 villas, varying from over water villas and others aesthetically  settled on the beachfront, have private lounge deck and plunge pool. 

 

From morning to evening, nourish and refuel at a variety of dining options, from The Standard, Maldives dining spot Kula, to the beach side BBQ Shak, or our authentic Maldivian over water restaurant Guduguda. Then end the night in The Standard, Maldives over water glass-floored nightclub Beru Bar where we host karaoke, movie nights, cocktail-mixing classes, and more.

 

 

All villas in The Standard, Maldives are equipped with a flat-screen satellite TV, disco bathtub, activity wall with snorkeling gear, signature lightweight bathrobes, mini-bar, a Dallmyr espresso machine, universal charging sockets and USB ports, and electronic safe. Complimentary toiletries including shampoo & conditioner, body wash, and dental and shaving kits are provided.

 

 

Spend your days exploring the natural beauty of the island, with activities like snorkeling in The Standard, Maldives Resort's protected house reef, boating, deep diving and more. Relax and refresh with luxe spa treatments at The Standard Spa, complete with a communal hammam, aroma steam room, yoga schedule and nine private treatment rooms.

 

 

The Standard, Maldives is a 35-minute seaplane journey from Male International Airport or a 25-minute domestic flight to Dharavandhoo Domestic Airport followed by a 30-minute speedboat ride to the resort. We will need all guest flight details, both arrival and departure, at least 4 days prior to arrival in order to arrange transfers accordingly.

 

 

Surf's up at Niyama Maldives!

 

The surf’s rising in the clear waters of the Maldives. Get your surf boards ready because there are plenty of camps to show you how to ride the waves!

Niyama Maldives has announced that visiting surf strength coach, Cris Mills will be on the property giving guests the chance to have more fun in the surf. A certified personal trainer, massage therapist, and more, Cris is the owner and founder of Surf Strength Coach and its app, aimed at helping surfers in Niyama Maldives to improve all aspects of health, surfing, and fitness. With an extensive clinical background, Cris can also help you recover from injury, improve current aches, and prevent injury altogether.

 

Cris will be carrying out several private sessions during his visit  to Niyama Maldives which will help guests get a personalized fitness plan that blends specific strength and motor development for moving better, longer, and preventing injury. Blend with breathing and recovery work to improve aerobic and recovery times.

 

The personal coach at Niyama Maldives is also hosting private sessions at the Spa that is a mix of training, movement, dry needling, and tissue release to keep one moving well, preventing injury, or treating existing ones. He will also be giving Niyama Maldives guests a highly personalized and holistic consultation to help them surf better. Land and water-based Surf coaching, surf movement analysis, surf fitness, and breathwork, are paired with pre & rehab techniques to get visitors surfing better.

 

Niyama Maldives offers more than a luxury retreat in the Maldives. Going beyond conventional concepts of lavish accommodation, sumptuous cuisines, and lavish services, Niyama Maldives presents every visitor with myriad opportunities to create their own exceptional island experience. 

 

With twin islands Play and Chill, Niyama Maldives offers you the true luxury of choice, with everything expected from an island resort and so much more. Chill is true to its name. You can discover new depths of relaxation at The Drift Spa, or take in a movie under the stars at the outdoor cinema. Just off the coast, Edge prepares elegant entrées from freshly caught seafood, while Subsix will delight with its underwater panoramas. Play provides delightful diversions for those looking for more active pursuits. On the water, you can kayak around the islands or discover why Niyama Maldives a is among the hottest surfing destinations. Bicyclists can explore the island at their own pace, perhaps lured by the aromas from the chef’s spice gardens. These are only just the start of the experiences to be had on Niyama Private Island  . Be spoiled for choice.

Turn Holidays into Lasting Wellness Memories at Fairmont Maldives!

 

Connecting with nature, moving at a slower pace, mindful nutrition, and physical and mental health are all key components of a well-being journey. Fairmont Resort is bridging the gap between tourism and wellness to co-exist together by creating reflective spaces to induce wellness.

Nestled in a total of 2000 sqm wellness area, Fairmont Resort enables guests to rediscover their energy, providing indoor and outdoor spaces to reconnect beyond the treatment experience. From peaceful guided meditation in lush spa gardens to relaxing yoga sessions overlooking the calm blue sea, this nurturing environment which offers a soothing flow of energy during a holistic journey.

 

 

This April, all guests are invited to relax, reconnect, and revitalize with a completely New Series of Packages – Local Maldivian Experience – A Spring Maldivian coconut wellness journey. From head to toe, this special treatment will allow guests to enjoy an invigorating coconut full body exfoliation, followed by a pampering back, neck, and shoulder massage with coconut essentials, and enhance with warm healing stones. 

 

 

Willow Stream Spa at Fairmont Resort combines its four cornerstones of health to offer a rejuvenating sensory journey by balancing the elements of earth, air, fire, water, and wood which puts everyone in sync with nature’s equilibrium.

Shaping a future where travel unlocks a life lived limitless, Fairmont Resort is an exceptional, unforgettable place where occasions are celebrated, stories are written, and moments are turned into memories.

Reconnect with the Joys of Art, Music, and Literature in Maldives!

 

For the first time ever, Soneva has partnered with Teamwork Arts, producer of the iconic Jaipur Literature Festival, to bring JLF to Soneva Fushi.  The iteration of the legendary Jaipur Literature Festival, has announced the full festival programme. Taking place from May 13 to 22, 2022, the 10-day festival is set to be a vibrant celebration of the arts, culture, and performance, all taking place at Soneva Fushi, the original barefoot hideaway in the Maldives’ Baa Atoll.

 

The festival will be concentrated over the course of the two weekends, with daily keynote sessions and intimate breakout sessions, each led by a very-selective list of panellists. The days will start and end with music, as is the JLF tradition, and include some unique events and experiences, which are signature Soneva offerings.

 

The line-up includes acclaimed writers and international thought leaders, including Elif Shafak, Peter Frankopan, André Aciman, Shobhaa De, Mira Nair, William Dalrymple, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Huma Abedin, Marcus du Sautoy and many more. The festival’s events will be held at stunning locations across the island, with themes as varied as travel, fiction, food, art, wellness, climate change and the environment.

 

 

Alongside luxurious private villa accommodation and an array of rare experiences at the award-winning resort, guests at Soneva Fushi during the festival will enjoy all meals at selected dining destinations, complimentary domestic transfers and full access to the JLF Soneva Fushi programme.

Slip, Slide, and Splash at The Standard Maldives, Huruvalhi!

Make your island dreams a reality at The Standard, Maldives. Spend your days exploring the natural beauty of the island, while your kids can have the time of their life with the fun filled activities that The Standard, Maldives has to offer.

You heard it here first. The inflatable water park is officially back at The Standard, Maldives. Located in the shallow waters of the turquoise lagoon of The Standard, Maldives, they have got enough slides, obstacles, walls, and rafts for a perfect day of play in the water for you. 

 

The water park will be splashin’ at The Standard, Maldives from now until April 30, every day from 8:00 am to 5:30pm daily.  For more adventures there is a full range of water sports and dive activities such as snorkelling, scuba diving, kitesurfing, wakeboarding, kayaking or you can always hop onto the giant inflatable water park. Guests can enjoy daily excursions to capture the amazing moments only the Maldives can bring to you; with dolphin spotting, swimming with manta rays or indulging in a sunset cruise with a champagne toast to a brighter future. 

The Standard, Maldives, just a short seaplane ride away from Male’s Velana International Airport welcomes you to an exclusive world of ultimate luxury and excitement. With over 115 villas, over water or beach front giving you the ideal tropical escape.

Make magical memories with Manta Rays in Maldives!

The countdown for the magical manta ray season has started as it approaches on May month of the year! Capital Travel Maldives is here to ensure you that you won’t miss this once in a life time opportunity.

Hurry and book your vacations with us to get up-close and personal with these gentle giants on a Manta Snorkeling excursion with The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives. 

 

The Standard Huravalhi Maldives excursion team will be taking you on a 25-minute scenic boat ride across the turquoise waters to Baa Atoll’s Hanifaru Bay, a Marine Protected Area and UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, renowned as one of the largest manta feeding hotspots in the world. Up to a hundred of these giants are seen in a single congregation, gliding through the waters to feed as the tide pushes abundant plankton into the bay.

 

 

You will experience these majestic Manta rays at the Marine Protected Area and UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve area that is famous for its concentration of reef manta rays. These gentle creatures swim around with ease and grace, and now you can join them! The team at The Standard Huravalhi Maldives are trained specifically for Manta snorkeling experience where you will be diving in yourself to behold this aquatic marvel all for yourself.

The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives is a 115-villa property is located in Raa Atoll, just a short seaplane ride away from Male’s Velana International Airport. It offers a unique blend of fun, revitalization, and adventure, perfect for a romantic escape, getaway with friends, or overdue family vacation.