Jumeirah Olhahali Island has announced an exclusive wellness programme in celebration of World Wellness Weekend, taking place from 20 to 22 September 2024.

This specially curated event aligns with the five pillars of wellness established as an annual, pro bono initiative to support the United Nations’ goal of Good Health and Well-being for All, including sleep and creativity, nutrition and immunity, movement and vitality, mindfulness and serenity, and purpose and solidarity.

With one bespoke activity per day aligning with each of the five pillars, guests can indulge in purpose-nurturing experiences such as:

• Purpose and solidarity: A variety of treatments such as Sodashi Heart Chakra face and body alignment, designed as a fusion of healing modalities to bring balance and harmony to the chakra system while restoring the skin’s complexion.

• Movement and vitality: Guests will have access to active pursuits throughout the resort such as dancing classes and mat Pilates.

• Mindfulness and serenity: Through activities to promote and practice mindfulness and concentration, guests can book sessions including prana, trataka and Tibetan singing bowl meditations. In the privacy of their contemporary villas, visitors can also indulge in customised bath rituals for guests of all ages, with soothing foam baths infused with citrus-scented oils and opulent amenities.

• Sleep and creativity: In addition to jet lag massages and shirodhara treatments, guests are invited to personalise their sleep experience with the resort’s curated pillow menu, offering nine options ranging from cassia seed pillows to orthopedic pillows, all designed to enhance sleep quality and provide maximum comfort.

• Nutrition and immunity: Throughout the weekend, Jumeirah Olhahali Island’s diverse culinary outlets present healthier lifestyle choices through bespoke gastronomy and nutritious food stations, featuring fresh ingredients for fruit juices, wellness elixir shots, and Ayurveda-inspired drinks, along with healthy entrees ranging from salads to soups and more.

“We are excited to host World Wellness Weekend, providing our guests with a unique opportunity to rejuvenate and reconnect in the stunning surroundings of our Maldivian paradise,” said Mohamed Ashraf, General Manager of Jumeirah Olhahali Island. “Our wellness programme is meticulously crafted to both inspire and invigorate, harmoniing with the natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere of our island. We believe this weekend will provide an enriching experience that leaves our guests feeling refreshed and balanced.”

All activities during World Wellness Weekend are available on an à la carte basis, with complimentary sessions to those ranging from $60 to $250 per person, allowing guests the flexibility to tailor their wellness journey according to their preferences and schedules.

In addition to World Wellness Weekend programming, guests can enjoy the Jumeirah Olhahali Island’s year-round wellness offerings at its Talise Spa. The spa’s five stand-alone treatment villas boast floor-to- ceiling windows and glass floors located beneath the treatment beds for guests to marvel at the vibrant underwater life while receiving therapies like Tibetan crystal healing massages. Beyond wellness in the treatment villas, the resort is home to beachside tennis courts for private lessons from the resident coach and access to its private island to enjoy moonlit sandbank massages under a starry sky, rooftop yoga and more.