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Atmosphere Kanifushi Maldives Introduces Essens Spa Combining Tradition and Modern Wellness

Family Friendly Spa in the Maldives at Atmosphere Kanifushi

A fresh wave of wellness has arrived in the Maldives. Atmosphere Kanifushi, a luxury resort in the Lhaviyani Atoll, has just opened a family friendly spa in the Maldives called Essens Spa, a new sanctuary focused on relaxation, rejuvenation, and holistic healing for adults, teens, and children alike.

Ram Bhoyroo, General Manager of Atmosphere Kanifushi Maldives, shared his excitement about the new partnership:

“We are thrilled to partner with Essens Spa to enhance the wellness experience for our guests. Essens Spa brings together family-friendly treatments, modern techniques, and the timeless beauty of Maldivian wellness, offering something for everyone—from adults seeking relaxation to teens and children discovering the joys of wellbeing.”

Essens Spa sits peacefully on Kanifushi Island, surrounded by white sandy beaches and lush tropical greenery. The spa brings together the timeless essence of Maldivian wellness with modern techniques to create a well-rounded experience for the entire family

A Spa for Every Generation

Essens Spa truly offers something special for guests of all ages. Whether you’re a parent seeking deep relaxation, a teen starting to care for your skin, or a child experiencing wellness for the first time, this family friendly spa in the Maldives creates a peaceful escape designed to nourish the mind, body, and soul.

The spa thoughtfully welcomes younger visitors with treatments tailored just for them. Kids can enjoy playful and gentle sessions made to spark their curiosity and joy, while teens benefit from wellness experiences designed to support their growing bodies, sensitive skin, and emotional wellbeing.

By blending care for the whole family with a serene environment, Essens Spa ensures everyone can find their own path to relaxation and renewal.

Leading-Edge Skincare with a Maldivian Touch

At the heart of it all, Essens Spa offers a full wellness menu that includes:

  • Signature spa journeys using locally sourced Maldivian ingredients
  • Yoga and detox sessions
  • Healing rituals inspired by local traditions
  • Salon services for hair, scalp, and beauty care

To start things off, one of the standout experiences is the Essens Spa Journey, a 150-minute treatment that begins with a coconut scrub and ends in a soothing coconut milk bath. In between, guests enjoy a full-body massage and a traditional haircare ritual. Each step uses natural ingredients and techniques that leave guests feeling refreshed and renewed.

What’s more, Essens Spa is the only spa in the Maldives’ premium segment offering ELEMIS BIOTEC facials. These treatments combine science and skincare through ultrasonic peels, microcurrent sculpting, and LED light therapy. As a result, they bring a new level of precision and luxury to the resort’s wellness experience.

In addition to facials, guests can unwind with Ayurvedic rituals, couples’ massages, and salon treatments that include styling, haircuts, and nourishing therapies. The Healing Touch Massage, which uses warm compresses made from Maldivian sand, provides a deeply grounding and restorative effect.

A Deeply Rooted Wellness Philosophy

At its core, Essens Spa follows a simple yet meaningful mission: deliver world-class wellness infused with authentic Maldivian hospitality. Every treatment reflects care, connection, and a genuine respect for local tradition.

More than anything, the spa offers more than just a place to relax. It invites guests to reconnect with themselves, their loved ones, and the healing power of nature. It offers a new level of beauty, balance, and wellbeing in the heart of the Maldives.

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Mercure Maldives Kooddoo Hosts Fun Cultural Eid Festivities

This June, Mercure Maldives Kooddoo invites travelers to experience Eid Al-Adha in a way that goes beyond the usual holiday. The adult-only resort has created a special two-day celebration that offers a hands-on look at Maldivian culture through storytelling, traditional crafts, and local flavors. It forms part of their ongoing ‘Discover Local’ program, designed to help guests truly connect with island life.

Learning the Ancient Art of Joali Weaving

One of the standout moments takes place on Saturday, June 7, when guests join a Joali weaving workshop. This craft involves weaving coconut rope into practical items and has been quietly passed down through island families for generations. Since resorts rarely showcase this tradition, this becomes a rare chance for guests to experience a living cultural art.

Mohamed Irshad, the Front Office Manager of Mercue Maldives Kooddoo, shares why it matters:

“We don’t want to just show our guests the Maldives, we want them to feel it through our traditions. Joali weaving is one of those rare crafts that tells the story of resourcefulness, connection to nature, and island life”

Eid Buffet and the Colorful Maali Parade

The celebration starts on the evening of June 6 with an Eid buffet featuring refined takes on local festive dishes. Here, the resort prepares everything using fresh ingredients sourced nearby, celebrating the Maldives’ rich culinary heritage.

Then, the following night, the resort comes alive with the Maali Parade, a lively procession inspired by traditional Maldivian folklore. Masked performers bring ancient stories to life right on the island.

Dining Under the Sun: The Sandbank Picnic Experience

No trip to the Maldives feels complete without a sandbank picnic, and Mercure Maldives Kooddoo offers a particularly memorable version. Set on a tiny, untouched island surrounded by crystal-clear water, guests enjoy an authentic meal served on tropical leaves. This picnic offers a tasting journey into Maldivian flavors, featuring local specialties like:

  • Gulha: Coconut and tuna fritters
  • Kulhi Kaajaa: Spicy tuna bites
  • Bajiya: Pastries filled with sweet and spicy mixes
  • Rihaakuru Kaajaa: Fritters made from rich fish paste
  • Dry Fish: Smoked tuna strips
  • Bodi: Sweet coconut treats with toddy syrup

Along with fresh coconut water, the food makes the meal both refreshing and deeply connected to the island’s culinary traditions.

Year-Round Cultural Experiences with ‘Discover Local’

Although Eid brings special energy to the resort, Mercure Maldives Kooddoo’s cultural offerings continue throughout the year. For instance, the ‘Discover Local’ program invites guests to try their hand at traditional sunset fishing, palm leaf art, and sampling cultural cocktails inspired by island ingredients.

The cocktail menu features creations such as:

  • Maldivian Green: A blend of gin, curry leaf syrup, lemon, and soda water
  • Ocean Breeze: Vodka infused with butterfly pea flower, peach schnapps, pineapple, and coconut syrup
  • Green Kooddoo: Rum mixed with Malibu, pandan leaf juice, pineapple, and coconut syrup
  • Mirus Rita: A spicy twist on the classic margarita using chili-infused Maldivian tequila
  • Coco Kurumba: Whisky combined with tamarind juice, coconut milk, and passion fruit syrup

These drinks add an extra layer to the island experience and let guests taste Maldivian flavors in a completely new way.

More Than a Vacation: A Cultural Journey

If you visit for Eid or explore Maldivian culture at any time, Mercure Maldives Kooddoo offers more than a stay. In fact, the resort invites guests to experience the Maldives as a vibrant, living culture, full of stories, flavors, and traditions that stay with you long after the trip ends.

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