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Kanuhura Maldives Appoints John Allanson as General Manager

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Luxury resort, Kanuhura Maldives announced the appointment of Mr. John Allanson as the luxury resort’s General Manager.

Kanuhura Maldives announced the appointment of John Allanson as the luxury resort’s General Manager. Allanson brings over 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry to the shores of Lhaviyani Atoll.

John Allanson worked as the general manager for Outrigger Konotta in the Maldives until last year. Moreover, he previously spent his time as the General Manager at Six Senses Con Dao Resort and Spa, located in Con Dao Island, Vietnam. Allanson also worked as the Resort Manager for Six Senses Laamu, Maldives.

As the custodian of this little piece of paradise Kanuhura Maldives, and on behalf of the team, I am excited and look forward to welcoming you to our shores. Leaving your footprints on our beach will be part of the fondest holiday impressions and special moments that last a long time.

John Allanson. General Manager of Kanuhura Maldives

HPL Hotels & Resorts recently took over the management of Kanuhura Maldives. The luxury island resort in the Maldives is the 12th property to join Singapore’s HPL Hotels & Resorts.

About Kanuhura Maldives

One of the most luxurious resorts you can find in the Maldives, Kanuhura is located in Lhaviyani Atoll. The island retreat features 80 stylish villas. A winner of the Forbes Travel Guide 5-star award, Kanuhura Maldives celebrates a Gypset lifestyle and a combination of the ‘unconventionality of a free-spirited gypsy and the sophistication and elegance of a jet-set life’.

Holidaymakers can find exquisite cuisines from all over the world at the resort. In addition to that, to complete the experience, Kokaa Wellness Retreat and Spa (declared The World’s Best Spa’ by National Geographic Traveller magazine) offers a world of blissful serenity for travellers in need of pampering.

In 2020, Kanuhura was recognized among the ‘Top 15 Luxury Island Resorts in the Maldives’. The resort was also honoured among the ‘Top 10 Luxury Dining Experience in the Maldives’ by Luxury Lifestyle Awards.

Feature image by Kanuhura Maldives

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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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