With 2023 ringing high in the air, the By Atmosphere and Colours of OBLU Resorts is bringing guests a myriad of riveting offerings and adventures to welcome the new year in style. Kickstart the new year’s resolutions by taking the time to chill with your closest friends and signing up for that pending well-deserved ‘Friendmoon’ trip.
The island recluse and the surrounding reserves of natural settings are the highlight of these four and five-star luxury resorts, topped with fresh and unforgettable experiences in the pools of blue. Deemed a paradise for oceanholics, the Maldives has a plethora of options in the shimmering waters from snorkelling to diving and sunset cruises during the golden hour.
For indoor lovers, the bespoke spas and the secluded scenic nooks of the resort are worthy to unwind with a book or enjoy that exotic tropical cocktail. Adding to these novel excursions is the chance to indulge in exquisite dining at the resort’s award-winning gourmet restaurants, rounding off your ‘Friendmoon’ as one to remember for ages!
What better way to begin the new year than investing in some self-care? Take your gang to the ELENA Spa, part of the By Atmosphere and Colours of OBLU Resorts where holistic journeys will immerse guests in the depths of wellness. Home to a wide range of wellness and fitness activities, friends can sign up for morning yoga and aqua aerobics among the intriguing choices.
At Atmosphere Kanifushi’s tranquil Akiri Spa by Mandara guests are welcome to pamper themselves with unique treatments that fuse spa traditions of India, Bali, Hawaii, and Thailand. Likewise, OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi’s spa introduces a 100% sustainable community experience.
Pay Tribute To The Underwater World
Delve deep into the ocean depths with your besties and find it filled with vibrant and teeming marine life. For the best snorkelling spots in the country, the OBLU NATURE Helengeli Island is the superior choice, a beloved favourite among divers and marine life aficionados for a quick visit to the underworld.
Friends can also enroll in the SSI and PADI courses and ocean excursions suited for all abilities and discover the wonders together. Watersports is another fun element of the Maldives and has numerous options up that front. Take your closest friends kayaking over the tiffany-blue waters, or try the adrenaline-pumping jet skis for a swift speed across the Indian Ocean.
Finest Culinary Delights
Bringing both laid-back and extravagant dining onto the scene, holidaymakers are given the flexibility to lounge away at standout bas with poolside seating and hammocks or indulge their palates lavishly with buffet spreads featuring various cuisines. Completed with live cooking stations, grills, fresh seafood and delectable desserts, a gastronomical affair awaits at all the By Atmosphere and Colours of OBLU resorts. Complemented further by all-day snacks and speciality restaurants, your best friends won’t ever be left starved!
Fitness With Friends
Slay your fitness goals with the gang while overlooking the pristine ocean. The resorts all have an itinerary of activities to fill each day with new experiences and experts can arrange fitness sessions for groups. This includes aqua aerobics, body sculpting and cardio and strength training. Moreover, the recreational and sports facilities give way for engaging games of tennis, football and chess tournaments, ensuring your time in the Maldives with your buddies is memorable.