Ten Reasons to Visit OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi this Summer Holiday
Ten Reasons to Visit OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi this Summer Holiday
Xperience’ the magic of connection at COLOURS OF OBLU’s newest holiday resort - OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi, which opened on 2nd June 22.
Encompassing a playful energetic vibe, this resort is all about laidback days and buzzing evenings, inviting travellers to let go, be free and experience the holiday of a lifetime.
Read on for ten reasons for the whole family to visit OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi this summer holiday...
1. A completely new and playful way to Xperience the Maldives
Families, friends, teenagers, and children of all ages can enjoy a carefree, tropical holiday at OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi. Translating from Dhivehi as ‘family island,’ this 4-star resort offers a refreshingly laidback experience for all generations.
From the heartful, all-inclusive Fushi PlanTM, offering travellers complimentary airport transfers, dining experiences, unlimited beverages and excursions throughout their stay, to a carefree, relaxed tropical experience – travellers can expect to be immersed in a youthful, fresh take on a traditional Maldives holiday.
2. Live it up in bright, cheerful villas – all with direct beach or lagoon access
Enjoy accommodation by the beach or over the crystal waters – your choice! OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi offers 268 beach side and over water villas in 4 categories. The two-bedroom Ocean View Family Room is perfect for large families, offering a comfortable master bedroom linked to a storybook children’s room with a bunk bed and playfully decorated ambiance to delight kids.
3. Laze around our 1000 sqm swimming pool or drift away in the ocean blues
Situated right next to the beach lies X360 Bar with a 1000 sqm infinity pool - one of the largest pools in the Maldives. Boasting shaded sun loungers, gently swaying palm trees, and infinite blues on the horizon, this is the perfect spot to laze by the water and soak up the Maldivian sunshine Don’t miss the crisp Maldivian snacks (called Hedikha) – served to guests in the evenings.
4. Gather for dining experiences that are diverse, delicious and delightful
At Element X, guests can enjoy memorable meals with scenic views over the ambient infinity pool. Every meal at Element X all-day restaurant is delicious and diverse – with a vast choice of modern Western, Central Asian, and Far Eastern cuisines.
A unique live chef’s show at cooking stations which sees experts cooking a selection of crisp fried delicacies adds a fun, theatrical touch to your dining experience. The beverage counter features self-pour wine dispensers along with wine service at the table.
5. Embrace the holiday romance with a star-lit, beach dinner at Copper Pot Food Truck
Feast upon a plethora of fresh seafood and meat grills which can be enjoyed on a picturesque white beach beach beneatha canopy of stars. At the Copper Pot Food Truck, you can order off an a la-carte board menu, which features a variety of seafood, meat, and vegetarian grills. The chef’s selections further include freshly caught fish, lagoon crabs, and jumbo prawns, expertly paired with variety of red and white wines.
6. Sip, shop, and socialise at La Promenade
Ramble along the scenic La Promenade and explore a chic retail and café scene – featuring a wine boutique, souvenir shop, and patisserie. An inviting deck with overwater hammocks and cosy seating welcomes guests to relax, sip a cup of coffee, and socialise with like-minded travellers.
7. Be the dance floor diva with live DJ performances every night
At night, the resort’s X360 Bar is enlivened with an electric atmosphere for its guests, with live music and dance floor and dazzling colours in the sky. This multi-level bar - one of the largest in the Maldives - features a spacious dance floor in the lower deck area. Indulge in a spellbinding selection of spirits, wines, beer, the mocktail of the day, and a signature cocktail fountain.
8. Explore an aquatic wonderland – canoeing in the dazzling lagoon or snorkelling in the coral reef
Ailafushi island is the ultimate tropical paradise for ocean exploration. With the Fushi PlanTM, guests can enjoy complimentary use of snorkelling gear and non-motorised watersports equipment (stand-up paddleboard and canoe) throughout their stay. Water lovers can also book ocean excursions and diving experiences at the resort’s PADI and SSI Certified Dive School and Watersports Centre.
9. Over-the-top fun and parties galore for little ones at our multi-level kids club with snack bar
Encourage children to Xperience the natural world of Ailafushi island and unique Maldivian culture through fun, enriching guided activities – organised every day at the resort’s sprawling Kids Club. One of the largest in the Maldives, this Kids Club comes with a pool, a top-level for older kids with PlayStation and Xbox, and a lower deck for younger children. A dedicated food corner serves popular and easy to eat dishes, like pastas, pizzas, and cakes for all kids to enjoy.
10. Leave your worries behind At ELE | NA The Spa – featuring a unique garden community spa and ocean view sauna facilities
Fancy a deep-healing Maldivian spa therapy? Try our Kaashi Naashi (coconut shell) or Bileh Holistic (betel leaf) massages at ELE | NA The Spa. This sprawling spa oasis features four couples and four single treatment rooms, two medical spa rooms, an express beauty salon, and an ocean view thermal and relaxation area. The highlight is a one-of-a-kind Garden Community Spa where you can join holistic workshops and fun spa experiences. Whichever treatment you opt for, relaxation is guaranteed.
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