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Top 5 Breathtaking Dining Experiences in the Maldives

March 28, 2019

The Maldives appeals to millions of travellers every year, who flock to the tropical islands in search of sun, sand and some respite from their normal lives. The palm-fringed endless beaches and the glittering azure waters cast their spell on travellers who visit year in, year out. Adding to the charm of the Maldives, are the endless opportunities for once in a lifetime destination dining experiences. Here are our top 5 picks:

 

Underwater Dining

Dining in 5.8 Undersea Restaurant in Hurawalhi Island Resort is a spectacular gastronomical experience like no other. The meals are prepared with flair, seasoned with awe and served against the backdrop of the sea, in the world’s largest all-glass undersea restaurant. Sample the multi-course delights as you take in a view that very few restaurants in the world can offer.

 

Unscripted Dining

Dining in Kudadoo Maldives Private Island is inspired by your imagination. Their Anything, Anytime, Anywhere concept extends to dining, allowing you to indulge in culinary creations that are inspired by you, adapted to your dietary requirements and prepared to perfection by the executive chef. Here, you can let your imagination run wild and embark on a culinary journey like no other.

 

Dining Under The Moon

Idyllic and intimate, Full Moon Dinners in Meeru Island Resort & Spa, Veligandu Island Resort & Spa and Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa redefine the beach dining experience. Set on the beach, these dinners allow you to indulge in delicacies specially prepared for you as the moon casts a romantic glow and the palm trees sway, serenading you.

 

Dining On The Beach

Komandoo Island Resort & Spa’s candlelit dinner on the beach promises an evening of indulgence. Couples can sink their feet into the soft sand, unwind under the stars and savour divine delicacies. With the Veli dinner in Kuredu Island Resort & Spa couples enjoy a 5-course menu, paired with a bottle of wine and set on the pristine sandbank, in a private and comfortable soft sand arrangement.

 

Dining In The Sky

Enjoy the stunning views of Male’ City from Champa Central Hotel’s Roof Top Restaurant as you enjoy any of the tasty meals from the a la carte menu, or the Buffet theme nights. Sip on a refreshing drink as you watch the sunset over the dotted skyline. Offering one of the best views in Male’ City, you are in for a treat here.

 

These resorts redefine destination dining. You will surely be spoilt for choice. View reasons to pick Crown and Champa Resorts here.

Innahura Maldives Resort Opens Its Doors

March 28, 2019
innahura opening

innahura opening

At Crown and Champa Resorts, our goal is to exceed expectations by providing a unique combination of outstanding accommodations and exceptional service so as to accomplish our vision of being recognised as the most successful hotel and resort management group in the Maldives. With the recent opening of Innahura Maldives Resort, we are making great strides towards our vision.

Innahura Maldives Resort finally opened its doors, welcoming the first guests to the unpretentious gem tucked in the heart of Lhaviyani Atoll. The guests were met with song and dance, fresh towels and refreshing Kurumba drinks. As the staff welcomed them to the sound of the beating Bodu Beru Drums, the smiles on everyone’s faces were a great sign of the joyful moments to come.

innahura opening

 

At Innahura, life is easy. The 3-Star resort affords guests the opportunity to have a holiday that is as adventurous or as laid-back as they please. Combining the quintessential sun, sand and sea elements with a traditional Maldivian twist, Innahura allows travellers of all ages to appreciate the beauty of the Maldives. Here, guests will enjoy authentic experiences that come without a hefty price tag.

Boasting of 78 Beach Bungalows, a stunning restaurant, two well-stocked bars, a Prodivers centre, watersports centre, spa, and a well-equipped gym, Innahura is a dream Maldivian getaway. Furthermore, the joyful Innahura team is always at hand to anticipate and meet the guests’ needs.

innahura opening

Experience Innahura Maldives Resort for yourself and enjoy the easy life!

Added Value: All Inclusive Package Upgrades

November 12, 2018

As a highly rated travel destination, the Maldives is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, to just lay back and relax under a palm tree or spend your days swimming in the warm turquoise waters. These comforts are enhanced by a value-for-money All Inclusive package that allows you to eat, drink and even discover fun things to do during your vacation. The Crown & Champa Resorts properties have made upgrades to their All Inclusive packages to offer you the best and most carefree experience of the Maldives.

 

To catch up on the highlights offered by each resort, read our previous blog post – A Seamless All Inclusive Plus Holiday in the Maldives.

 

By popular demand, the upgrades include milkshakes and smoothies to quench your thirst during your tropical retreat. The blended drinks form part of the unlimited ‘all you can drink’ beverages offered by the glass for you to enjoy all day at the bars and restaurants.

 

Another noticeable upgrade in the package is the inclusion of assorted snacks in the minibars, as well as juices such as orange and mixed fruit for you to delight in from the comfort of your own villa.

 

Komandoo Island Resort Maldives

 

Additional perks by the properties include an ‘all you can eat’ snack menu with pizzas, burgers and ice-cream from Vilamendhoo, Meeru and Veligandu; daily coffee capsules on Komandoo’s All Inclusive Plus; a Dhangethi Island Excursion at Vilamendhoo; as well as Snorkelling Trips, a Dhiffushi Island Excursion and use of the Pitch’n Putt Golf course at Meeru.

 

Kuredu’s All Inclusive Gold package now offers access to all bars, a selection of wines and premium spirits, a late a la carte breakfast and dinner or lunch at Franco’s, snorkelling equipment rental and use of non-motorised water sports equipment. The same upgrades can also be enjoyed at Komandoo, with a la carte dinners at Aqua Restaurant.

The All Inclusive package updates apply to the following Crown & Champa Resorts properties:

 

For full details on the new All Inclusive packages, please visit the individual websites by clicking on the desired property name.

Choose Crown & Champa Resorts and enjoy added value on your next holiday in the Maldives.

 

Maldives Travel Awards 2018: Vote Crown & Champa Resorts

September 27, 2018

 

Award-winning Crown & Champa Resorts is nominated in 2 more categories for this year’s edition of the prestigious Maldives Travel Awards. The categories include Leading Eco Resort and Leading CSR Program to add to the categories from 2017, Leading Local Hotel / Resort Brand and Leading Human Resource Management.

 

Crown & Champa Resorts collected the Leading Local Hotel / Resort Brand at the annual gala last year. Cast your vote and help the best collection of resorts win at the Maldives Travel Awards 2018.

 

Click on the website www.travelawards.mv and select Crown & Champa Resorts for the categories below. Enter your name and email address, and click ‘submit’. Then, click on the link sent to your email address to confirm your vote.

 

  • Leading Hotel / Resort Brand

– MTA674 (Ooredoo) & MTA18 CRO (Dhiraagu)

  • Leading Eco Resort

– MTA675 (Ooredoo) & MTA22 CRO (Dhiraagu)

  • Leading CSR Program

– MTA676 (Ooredoo) & MTA23 CRO (Dhiraagu)

  • Leading Human Resource Management

– MTA677 (Ooredoo) & MTA24 CRO (Dhiraagu)

 

Crown & Champa Resorts is proud to have grown to a workforce of over 3 000 employees and continues to grow, year after year. The brand currently manages 8 properties in the Maldives, as well as 2 soon-to-be-opened resorts Innahura Maldives Resort and Kudadoo Maldives Private Island by Hurawalhi Island Resort.

 

Voting closes on October 25, 2018, and users can only vote once for each category.

 

As a product of Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators, MATATO, the Maldives Travel Awards first launched in 2012 to recognise the excellence, commitment and expertise in the Maldivian Tourism Industry.

 

The rapid and continuous growth of the industry has lead to the expansion of the Awards, to including the recognition of Guesthouses in Maldives and the key people in the travel industry.

 

To vote via SMS using either Dhiraagu or Ooredoo networks in the Maldives, send the designated SMS code to the number 5005.

 

(Example: MTA18 CRO to 5005) – for Dhiraagu

(Example: MTA667 to 5005) – for Ooredoo

 

Check out our Secrets to Success series for insights into the leading hospitality group in the Maldives.

A Seamless All Inclusive Holiday in the Maldives

August 12, 2018
All Inclusive Holiday

With Crown & Champa Resorts, the motto “no shoes, no news” gives you an idea of the barefoot luxuries offered by the Islands and the relaxed atmosphere of each Resort. Whether it is the soft, white sandy beach or the personalized service from our team, we aim to contribute to your seamless and stress-free holiday in the Maldives.

 

Other ways that this motto is experienced is in the design of our value-for-money All Inclusive packages, from the “all-you-can-eat” Buffet options to the “all-you-can-drink” beverage selections and a range of unique activities to enjoy. Take a look some of the Highlights of what each Resort has to offer:

 

All Inclusive Holiday

 

Go for Gold at family-friendly Kuredu Island Resort & Spa. Enjoy a 3-course menu dinner at Mediterranean restaurant, Franco’s, as well as a 1-hour relaxing treatment from the prestigious Duniye Spa. For certified divers, the All Inclusive Gold package also includes 1 Orientation Dive to explore the vast and colorful marine life around the Lhaviyani Atoll.

 

Start your All Inclusive Plus Holiday at Komandoo Island Resort & Spa with a group snorkeling lesson to kick off your underwater adventures. Known as the ‘Sea Turtle Hub’, Komandoo’s marine life is a dream to explore. When you are ready, the ProDivers team is happy to guide you along your next step… Scuba Diving!

 

All Inclusive Holiday

 

Experience the beauty of golf at Meeru Island Resort & Spa while surrounded by the idyllic turquoise waters and soft, sandy beach of the Island. The All Inclusive Plus package offers a Group Golf Driving Range Lesson with equipment to get you started and, with enough practice, you could swing your way to Pro status before your return home. Read more about Meeru’s All Inclusive Plus package.

 

With the All Inclusive Plus package, you can enjoy a scenic sunset cruise across the North Ari Atoll at Veligandu Island Resort & Spa. The Sunset “Lucky Dolphin” Punch Cruise allows you capture the beautiful sunsets of the Maldives and, if you are lucky, you will get to watch a pod of dolphins at play.

 

All Inclusive Holiday

 

Arrive to a chilled, 375ml bottle of champagne in your luxurious Villa at Hurawalhi Island Resort. Your 5-Star, All Inclusive getaway to the Lhaviyani Atoll features a variety of group lessons to get you started, including Snorkeling, Windsurfing, Tennis and Yoga. Enjoy the best of the Maldives and explore a different sport from the available facilities.

 

Practice the art of Yoga during the newly introduced group Yoga Sessions with award winning Duniye Spa at Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa. The sessions are regularly scheduled and include Pranayama, Asanas and Yoga Nidra under the serene environment of tropical paradise. Read more about Vilamendhoo’s All Inclusive Plus package.

 

Read more of what each Resort has to offer in their packages and click the Resort name to book your seamless, All Inclusive holiday in the Maldives with Crown & Champa Resorts.