Find out what makes the island nation over 180,000 people already visited a COVID-19 safe holiday destination.
Worried you won’t be able to find a COVID-19 safe holiday destination in 2021? Tourists from all around the globe are visiting the tropical islands in the Indian Ocean—the Maldives. This island nation has already witnessed over 180,000 tourist arrivals in 2021.
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While tourist destinations all over the world refused to reopen their borders, Maldives decided to open up its doors to let holidaymakers relax, create memories and reconnect to themselves. You’ve probably heard about the countless celebrities making headlines for visiting the island archipelago and thought its absurd. So, what makes the Maldives a COVID-19 safe holiday destination?
Natural Social Distancing
Maldives has a geographical advantage over other destinations with its unique islands. Each resort in the country nestles on its very own private island. This is usually referred to as the ‘one-island-one-resort’ concept.
So, as each resort is located on its very own private island, social distancing just comes naturally for holidaymakers. If privacy is what you’re looking for, the secluded resorts in this tropical holiday destination will not disappoint!
Enhanced hygiene and Safety Measures
The economy of the Maldives heavily relies on the tourism industry. Hence, the government of the Maldives took every step to ensure guests will have a safe experience when they visit the Maldives. Resorts in the country have also heightened their hygiene and safety measures.
Less Than 0.20% of Tourists Tested Positive for COVID-19
According to the statistics, only 0.18% of tourists that visited the Maldives tested positive for COVID-19 from 1st January to 25th February 2021. Moreover, COVID-19 cases within tourists haven’t surpassed 0.40% in any months after the Maldives reopened its borders.
The Maldives is also recognized by the World Travel and Tourism Council for the country’s enhanced health and safety measures. And in 2020, the island nation also won the title of ‘World’s Leading Destination’ by the World Travel Awards. So, if you’re ready to travel, pack your bags to visit this COVID-19 safe destination.
As the Oscars draw near, the excitement builds as one of the most exciting and highly anticipated traditions returns: the “Everyone Wins” Nominee Gift Bag. Distinctive Assets, the entertainment marketing company, creates this iconic Academy Awards gift bag, which has become synonymous with luxury. It offers Oscar nominees a dazzling selection of extravagant and unique gifts. With a reputation for being the ultimate in luxury gifting, the 2025 edition promises to impress even further. It will showcase remarkable surprises—including a dream getaway to the Maldives, the epitome of tropical elegance, and world-renowned for its luxurious resorts and pristine beauty.
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A Tropical Luxury Escape: JOALI Maldives and JOALI BEING
This year, the Maldives makes its mark in the “Everyone Wins” Nominee Gift Bag in a truly exceptional way. The prestigious JOALI resorts highlight the gift bag, offering nominees a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience two of the most luxurious properties the Maldives offers.
JOALI Maldives
JOALI Maldives sits on the tranquil Muravandhoo Island in Raa Atoll, known for its immersive blend of art and nature. This living gallery offers guests not just a luxurious escape but an experience of creativity and sustainability. The “jadugars,” (magicians in Maldivian), offer bespoke services to ensure every guest’s needs are met with personalization and care. The resort blends traditional luxury with innovative eco-conscious practices, creating an environment where art, nature, and sustainability coexist seamlessly. Guests enjoy local and international artwork throughout the resort, along with stunning white-sand beaches and vibrant marine life surrounding it. Every aspect of JOALI Maldives invites guests to unwind in the most creative and eco-friendly way possible.
JOALI BEING
JOALI BEING, the first island in the Maldives dedicated entirely to wellness, takes the luxury experience to an even more personalized level. The wellness resort offers a holistic approach to well-being, providing an immersive journey through the Four Pillars of Mind, Microbiome, Skin, and Energy. This sanctuary rejuvenates both the body and mind, offering curated wellness journeys with the help of a team of experts. State-of-the-art facilities such as the KAASHI hydrotherapy hall and the B’Kidult wellness zone for families make this luxurious resort the ultimate destination for those seeking not just rest but transformative wellness experiences. The resort’s commitment to health, luxury, and environmental consciousness has made it one of the most sought-after destinations in the world—and now, it is a key offering in the “Everyone Wins” Oscars 2025 Nominee Gift Bag.
Cleo Anderson’s Expert Selection
Cleo Anderson, a renowned luxury travel expert featured in Forbes and the host of Wanderluxe with Cleo Anderson on LUXE.TV, played a key role in selecting these extraordinary resorts. As the official Luxury Travel Curator for the “Everyone Wins” Gift Bag, Anderson curated exclusive travel experiences to ensure the nominees received only the best properties. Her reputation for discovering unique, high-end destinations around the world has made her a trusted authority in luxury travel. Anderson’s selection of JOALI Maldives and JOALI BEING reflects her keen understanding of what appeals to Hollywood’s elite—luxury that also embraces wellness, sustainability, and artistry.
The Ultimate Gift Bag: Luxurious and Unique Experiences
The Oscars 2025 Nominee Gift Bag offers luxurious Maldivian escapes alongside a variety of high-end experiences and products. Nominees will enjoy a five-night wellness retreat at Santani in Sri Lanka, a five-night stay at the Cotton House Hotel in Barcelona, and beauty and wellness items like Miage skincare sets, L’Oréal cosmetics, and exclusive wellness gift boxes. Fitness enthusiasts will also benefit from a Function Health membership, which provides access to over 100 lab tests.
Recipients will indulge in art-inspired beauty products, such as IERIAS NAMA Sacred Glow skincare, INSTYTUTUM sets, and Petty Pout lip products. They will also receive wellness items like the Neue Theory wellness box and Danucera D22 Tonic, along with ArtLipo body contouring procedures.
The gift bag includes unique experiences such as a personalized AncestryDNA kit, a VIP Family History experience, and a 3D Virtual Wellness Retreat. Fashion and accessories include a BAGCEIT portable purse seat, Nomatic functional bag, Bored Rebel t-shirt, OMGIGI jewelry bar experience, and luxury items like the Sattaché shoe bag. For dog lovers, handcrafted luxury dog clothing is also featured.
Additional items include a membership to Ancestry.com, film-inspired merchandise, an Alamo Drafthouse gift card, a luxury tea box set from Brook37, gourmet snacks, wine, THC-infused products, and home renovation services.
The excitement continues to build as the 97th Academy Awards are set to take place on March 2, 2025, promising another remarkable night of celebration in Hollywood.
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