A celebration of culture, cuisine & wellness at The…

The Standard, Maldives will host a two-day celebration for Eid Al-Adha on May 27 and 28, 2026, featuring a blend of Maldivian cultural performances, themed culinary events, and wellness programming. Located in the Raa Atoll, the resort offers a contemporary, design-forward environment that serves as the backdrop for these festivities.

The schedule begins with a Maldivian-inspired lunch and a pool party showcasing traditional Bodumas and Maali dances. Evening activities include a Surf and Turf dinner, Boduberu performances, and a beachside shisha lounge. The following day focuses on local heritage with a Fisherman’s Catch dining experience, an Arabic-style seafood dinner on the beach, and an outdoor cinema screening. To support relaxation, the resort’s spa is offering a 120-minute Eid Edition treatment featuring a Royal Hammam ritual and frankincense oil massage. Guests can also participate in wellness activities, including yoga sessions and healthy beverage workshops, available throughout the week.

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Your Maldivian dreams are about to come true at The Standard's first island escape. Located on Huruvalhi Island in Raa Atoll — just a 35-minute seaplane ride from Velana International Airport — this oasis offers a unique blend of relaxation and social life, perfect for a romantic escape or a getaway with everyone you know. Whether an overwater villa floating above the lagoon or settled on a pristine sandy beachfront, each of the 115 villas features its own private lounge deck and plunge pool. Spend your days snorkelling the naturally protected house reef — home to 98 types of coral and over 220 species of marine life — or dive deep on a boat excursion, with proximity to Hanifaru Bay, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve renowned as one of the world's largest manta feeding hotspots. Relax in the indoor hydrotherapy oasis at The Standard Spa, complete with communal hammam, aroma steam room, daily yoga and nine private treatment rooms. From Mediterranean bites at Onda to authentic Maldivian cuisine at Guduguda, all-day dining at Kula and fiery beachfront grills at BBQ Shak, then end the night at Beru Bar — an overwater glass-floored nightclub. Listed among the Best Hotels in the Maldives by Condé Nast Traveller.

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