In a unique tribute to International Men’s Day, celebrated globally on 19 November, Milaidhoo Maldives is launching an exclusive wellness experience tailored specifically for male travelers seeking meaningful rejuvenation. Known for its commitment to refined simplicity and barefoot luxury, Milaidhoo has unveiled The Gentlemen’s Retreat, a tailored wellness program offered in both three-day and one-day formats throughout November 2025.
Located in the heart of Baa Atoll, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in the Maldives Milaidhoo is a boutique luxury island resort renowned for curating immersive, soulful experiences that align with nature’s rhythm. The resort, which caters to discerning travelers seeking authenticity, tranquility, and personalized service, is elevating its wellness offerings with this new initiative. The Gentlemen’s Retreat invites male guests to slow down, restore mental clarity, and reconnect with their physical well-being in a sanctuary of pristine white sand beaches, turquoise waters, and lush island greenery.
The thoughtfully designed three-day retreat begins with a calming welcome, including a herbal drink, cool towel, and personalized consultation. Day one focuses on grounding the body and mind through a 60-minute Jet Lag Reviver Massage and an ocean-side guided Breathing Ritual at sunset. Day two emphasizes strength and vitality with a sunrise functional fitness session, followed by a power breakfast rich in local superfoods. Guests are then treated to detoxifying Herbal Steam Therapy and the signature 90-minute Maldivian Warrior Massage, which incorporates firm pressure using African wood dumbbells and herbal compresses. The final day focuses on balance and renewal, offering either Tai Chi or Hatha Yoga by the sea, a skin-reviving Obsidian Detox Facial, and a guided mindfulness session. Guests conclude the retreat with a Sunset Mocktail at Compass Bar, a personalized nutrition consultation and meal plan, and a farewell gift as a lasting memento.
For those short on time, a one-day retreat condenses the essence of the program into a revitalizing experience. Guests enjoy a private movement session, full-body Aromatherapy Associates massage, and moments of serenity through ocean swimming or pool floating. A healthy al fresco lunch featuring fresh island ingredients is followed by a cooling treatment of choice — either the Aroma Sun Soother or Obsidian Facial. The day ends with a guided sunset reflection, mocktail, candlelit private dinner, and a calming evening ritual that includes a warm essential oil bath, herbal tea, and deep sleep preparation.
General Manager Paul van Frank described the initiative as a meaningful addition to the resort’s wellness ethos. “We believe true luxury is found in thoughtful, purposeful experiences,” he noted. “This retreat honors the growing global awareness around men’s mental well-being, offering our guests an environment to decompress, reflect, and return home feeling renewed.”
Available for a limited time only throughout November 2025, The Gentlemen’s Retreat has been designed to offer a highly personalized and intimate escape, ensuring each guest receives attentive care from the resort’s expert wellness team. With limited spaces available, this retreat provides an exceptional opportunity for male travelers whether solo explorers, friends, or fathers and sons — to experience a deeper side of the Maldives beyond its scenic beauty.
Milaidhoo’s initiative not only highlights the island’s potential as a top-tier wellness destination, but also signals a broader trend in the Maldives hospitality industry one that embraces holistic wellbeing, culturally resonant experiences, and gender-inclusive wellness offerings in its evolving tourism landscape.
advertisment
advertisment
