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Sun Island Resort & Spa Wins World Luxury Hotel Award for Best General Manager

Sun Island General Manger Fathhy
Villa Hotels & Resorts’ property, Sun Island Resort & Spa has been crowned the World Luxury Hotel Award for Best General Manager.

Villa Hotels & Resorts’ property, Sun Island Resort & Spa has been crowned the World Luxury Hotel Award for Best General Manager. The idyllic Maldives island getaway reopened its doors to guests last month, 1st October 2020.

Sun Island Resort & Spa offers guests a fun-filled playground to enjoy a wide range of activities in the sunny side of life. The resort also facilitates PCR testing for travellers. Thus, making it more convenient for everyone spending a holiday at the Resort.

Additionally, guests are sure to enjoy a safe experience in their holiday homes with ‘CleanStay@Villa’. This is an initiative by Villa Hotels & Resorts across all its properties to ensure they follow the health and safety guidelines of local government agencies and the World Health Organization.

As a part of Clean@Villa’s guidelines, the resort thoroughly cleans all the spaces at on a daily basis. Meanwhile, for guests, they will receive temperature checks (as a part of the screening measures) at the first point of entry to their island home.

In an earlier announcement, General Manager of Sun Island Resort & Spa, Abdulla Fathhy said that the resort is completely prepared to make guests’ stay safe and comfortable. Fathhy also said that the resort will make stays at the resort for every guest exciting and fulfilling.

We’re over the moon to announce that Sun Island has won the World Luxury Hotel Awards for Best General Manager. We’re so proud to share this news and would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who voted for us and visited Sun Island this year.

A statement by the Sun Island Resort & Spa on Facebook read.

About Sun Island Resort & Spa

The idyllic getaway boasts one of the largest selection of villas in the Maldives with 462 villas. These villas aesthetically furnished to showcase the aesthetics of Maldivian traditions and modern style. Likewise, surrounding all the villas, the natural views and gardens give every guest a sense of relaxation and harmony.

Mouthwatering cuisine also awaits guests at Sun Island Resort. Holidaymakers can sample authentic Maldivian dishes and enjoy international culinary offerings.

To bring out guests’ inner peace, the Araamu Spa at the idyllic resort offers rejuvenating treatments to relax and unwind. The spa takes its name for the Dhivehi word ‘Araamu’ which translates to ‘Blissful state of relaxation’. And of course, the spa lives up to this name! Other offerings guests can find at the spa includes; a sauna, steam bath, jacuzzi, and a wide range of amenities.

Undoubtedly, Sun Island Resort & Spa is a perfect choice every type of travellers. This beautiful resort nestled away in pristine waters offers something for every type of guests from honeymooners, couples & families.

For bookings at the resort click HERE.

Feature image by Sun Island Resort & Spa
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Kuda Villingili Resort Welcomes India’s Aqua Fitness Expert Rajni Maker for Global Wellness Day 2025

Aqua Fitness Expert

From June 14 to 18, 2025, the luxury resort in the Maldives, Kuda Villingili will host an exclusive wellness program celebrating Global Wellness Day, inviting guests to reconnect with themselves, nature, and community through the transformative power of water. Rajni Maker, a trailblazer in India’s aqua fitness scene known for her innovative and inclusive water-based workouts, will lead the five-day event.

Aqua fitness expert Rajni Maker brings over 16 years of experience in Pilates, mindful movement, and water-based training to the Maldives, where she will lead guests through a fun and energizing mix of low-impact exercises suited for all fitness levels. Her signature programs, including Aqua Tabata, Kickboxing, Circuits, Pilates, Aerobics, and Zumba, blend science with flow to deliver joyful, joint-friendly workouts that boost overall vitality. Recognized by NATCOM and ATNI for her contributions to the field, Rajni also holds an Aqua Specialisation from the Federation of International Sports Aerobics and Fitness in Singapore.

She shared her excitement about the upcoming program

“I am thrilled to bring my expertise to Kuda Villingili. The resort’s serene setting and expansive aquatic spaces offer the ideal canvas for meaningful, water-based wellness experiences. My goal is to help every participant reconnect with their body and mind, while also leaving them with simple, sustainable practices they can continue at home—whether they are just beginning their wellness journey or are seasoned fitness enthusiasts.”

Wellness Experiences Set in Paradise

Kuda Villingili Resort already welcomes wellness lovers with a variety of experiences that promote balance, vitality, and inner peace. Its private island spa features eight treatment villas specializing in holistic therapies with organic, island-inspired ingredients. On top of that, guests who prefer active pursuits will find the Maldives’ largest pool, a cutting-edge gym overlooking the ocean, and a jungle yoga pavilion perfectly positioned for sunrise and sunset practice.

Now, with Global Wellness Day approaching, the resort has pulled together an experience that goes beyond the usual. Throughout the five days, guests can enjoy a thoughtfully curated lineup of activities designed to nourish both body and soul:

  • Start with a guided nature walk through the island’s lush landscape, ending with a mindful beachside body scrub using traditional Maldivian ingredients.
  • Then, wake up your core with sunrise Pilates sessions using the Magic Circle, focusing on strength and flexibility.
  • After that, join Rajni for high-intensity aqua kickboxing classes—a joint-friendly but seriously energizing cardio workout.
  • Families can also get moving together during fun and active beach HIIT sessions.
  • For something playful, join a friendly padel tennis match and compete for wellness-themed prizes.
  • Later, tap into your creative side with a nature-inspired painting session.
  • And finally, take time for yourself with a one-on-one wellness consultation with one of the resort’s expert practitioners.

As the schedule flows from movement to mindfulness, the entire program ties beautifully into this year’s Global Wellness Day theme, #ReconnectMagenta. It’s all about slowing down, recharging, and reconnecting, whether that means bonding with loved ones, finding inner calm, or just being present in nature.

About Rajni Maker and Flow & Fit

Rajni Maker is more than just an aqua fitness expert, she’s reshaped the way people in India experience movement in water. Her Flow & Fit program brings her vision of fitness to life: fluid, empowering, and deeply restorative. Not to mention, she blends elements of yoga, functional training, and rehab into every session, creating something that feels both powerful and healing.

With certifications from respected institutions like ACSM, the Pilates Institute of America, and the Evidence-Based Fitness Academy, Rajni backs her passion with real knowledge. What makes her stand out, though, is how she turns fitness into something fun, approachable, and doable—whether you’re brand new or a long-time wellness enthusiast.

You can check out the brochure here

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