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How Sun Siyam Resorts Celebrated International Women’s Day

Sun Siyam Resort continues its mission to empower women throughout the organisation.

This International Women’s Day, Sun Siyam Resorts created a number of activities to place emphasis on the importance of women. An array of activities were carried out at Sun Siyam Iru Veli, Sun Siyam Vilu Reef, Sun Siyam Olhuveli, Sun Siyam Iru Fushi and Siyam World.

International Women’s Day Celebrations at Sun Siyam Resorts

In order to celebrate International Women’s Day, Sun Siyam Vilu Reef honoured the remarkable women on its team. In addition to a special dinner by the beach, the resort also invited locals from the nearby island to partake in the celebrations. The celebrations aimed to recognize the strength and empowerment of women from diverse backgrounds. In addition to giving thoughtful gifts, several other activities were also carried out. These celebrations also took place at Sun Siyam Olhuveli, Sun Siyam Iru Fushi and Siyam World!

Additionally, Sun Siyam Iru Veli also hosted a Zumba to cocktail event, culminating with a BBQ Beach Dinner. The theme for this International Women’s Day st Sun Siyam Iru Veli was #inspireinclusion. With this, Sun Siyam Iru Fushi also partook in the celebration, extending the invitation to guests as well.

WDC is not just an excellent concept byt also a practical one. At last, we have the capability to engage in significant activities that have a direct positive effect on the communities in the Maldives. This is particularly noteworthy as it empowers women in a meaningful way, says Sara Siyam – Creative Director

Community Efforts by Sun Siyam Resorts

In addition to celebrating important events, Sun Siyam Resorts also emphasises on providing employment opportunities for local communities. Additionally, the group also focuses on investing in social facilities, and people-focused initiatives which form a big part of Sun Siyam Resorts’ efforts to champion sustainable development and help local communities.

Some of the amazing efforts put in by the group include:

  • Enabling employees to live and work close to their families through morning and evening boat transfers at Siyam World
  • Ensure employment opportunities never discriminate against age or gender
  • including ladies of retirement age
  • helping rebuild pre-schools
  • improving healthcare resources
  • Providing sports facilities and hosting tournaments to bring the community together
  • Outsourcing jobs such as local food preparation and gardening work to women’s development committees

Sun Siyam Resorts is dedicated to operating sustainably in both the Maldives and Sri Lanka. The group-wide Sun Siyam Care program prioritizes sustainability through a wide range of activities. It also focuses on conservation efforts and works to preserve local heritage and cultural practices.

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Tis the Season to be Jolly: JOALI Maldives Welcomes Holiday Fun!

Joali Maldives christmas celebration

JOALI Maldives, the Maldives’ first art-immersive resort, is bringing holiday magic to life with its festive theme, “Tis the Season to be Jolly!” From 21 December 2024 to 10 January 2025, the resort will transform into a Christmas wonderland. As a result, guests can expect holiday cheer, nostalgia, and unforgettable celebrations in a truly enchanting setting.

Traditional Christmas activities are lined up, including a sparkling tree lighting ceremony and a visit from Santa Claus. In addition, the fun continues with a glamorous Christmas Eve Gala, followed by a delicious Christmas Day brunch. JOALI Maldives brings its signature art-immersive twist to the festivities, ensuring the whole family gets involved in exciting activities.

Guests can unleash their creativity with Holiday Ceramics, crafting their very own pottery under the guidance of JOALI’s Resident Artist. Moreover, they can dive into the spirit of giving with Christmas Tree Coral Planting, where guests help restore the reef by adding coral fragments to a festive tree frame. JOALI’s unique Fashion Show will also light up the holiday season, featuring JOALI’s signature collections alongside Aquazzura and Frescobal Carioca on a tropical runway.

But that’s not all! The festive season will feature a dazzling lineup of world-renowned chefs and wellness experts. Additionally, these special guests will bring JOALI’s “Joy of Living” philosophy to life.

  • Chef Ekaterina Alehina, the first female Michelin-starred chef in Russia, will present a memorable wine-paired dinner. Her dishes will focus on sustainability and circular gastronomy, blending the natural realms of plants, animals, and fungi.
  • Chef Nina Tarasova, a famous confectioner, will craft magical festive desserts. She’ll team up with Chef Alehina and showcase her skills at a sushi and seafood dinner paired with sake.
  • Dr. Sanket Yadahalli, a celebrated naturopath, will offer personalized wellness therapies to tackle stress, pain, and sleep issues. He will also lead a Tratak Meditation session to help guests find focus and peace.
  • Gaia Pagnini, a passionate fitness expert, will energize the season with fun fitness classes like Boot Camp and Core & Balance. Thus, guests can stay fit while enjoying the festive spirit!

For those in the mood to shop, JOALI De Maison has exclusive capsule collections from Aquazzura and Frescobol Carioca. Specifically, guests can discover beautiful sandals, clutches, menswear, and more, all inspired by JOALI’s tropical paradise. The designs reflect Italian craftsmanship and capture the beauty of the Maldives.

Meanwhile, over in New York City, Lysée, the pastry boutique by Michelin-Starred Chef Eunji Lee, will offer a limited-time holiday dessert inspired by JOALI. Chef Lee combines Korean ingredients with French techniques to create pastries that are like edible art. Her shop, Lysée, which translates to “sweet museum” in French, will bring a taste of the Maldives to the Big Apple!

This holiday season, guests at JOALI Maldives will experience true luxury with 73 beautifully appointed beach and over-water villas. With 11 villa categories, there’s something for everyone, whether it’s a one-bedroom villa or a four-bedroom suite. Finally, each villa comes with a personal Jadugar, or “magician,” to ensure your holiday stay is nothing short of magical!

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