Write down this name: JOALI BEING. Because when stress and fast life end up being a constant for you –with all its consequences– restore calm it will become the main objective of your escapades.
Can you imagine disconnecting in the Maldives for a few days? Return refreshed, inspired and with a feeling of weightlessness that you haven't felt for years? In the middle of the Indian Ocean, which until now was synonymous with romantic getaways, in the secluded natural island of Bodufushi, on Raa Atoll, this transforming island is the ultimate in personalized wellness programs. In a setting totally at the disposal of your particular well-being needs. But what is it that makes this haven the perfect wellness retreat?
Bodufushi, Maldives Islands.
A BIOPHILIC DESIGN: WHEN ARCHITECTURE MATTER
With the island's wild forest untouched, architect Cneyt Bukulmez and design studio Autoban (who were also involved in the creation and design of their sister property JOALI Maldives, located just 15 minutes away by boat), managed to ensure that all spaces have life following the principles of biophilic design, a scientific system of architecture and design that integrates nature and emulates it inside the spaces, with the aim of achieving harmony by eliminating negative vibrations and improving the energy flow of the island. The result is unbeatable and the client perceives the effects immediately.
Villas by the sea.
AN IMMERSIVE ISLAND: YOU ARE NOT ON THE ISLAND, THE ISLAND IS IN YOU
JOALI BEING is not only a wellness retreat, but you immediately become part of the nature you inhabit. Their exclusive private villas is it so on the beach or surrounded by the Indian Ocean, they have private pools, movie sunsets and balance musical elements meditative and other wellness games. By the way, they all have their own personal butler or 'jadugar', which in Dhivehi means 'skilled magician'.
The retreat in Maldives you need.
LOOKING FOR A FULLY CUSTOMIZED PROGRAM?
Not all lifestyles are the same, nor are the goals of each traveler the same. based in these four pillars: Mind, Skin, Microbiome and Energy the proposals of this retreat merge the wisdom of modern science with that of the most ancient traditions.
First, a wellness advisor will make you a diagnosis and design your program, but you can also test the immersion programs, in which to immerse yourself more deeply in each of its pillars for which you will need a stay of at least five nights. The result? You'll come out of there floating, literally when get rid of all the weights of stress and its derivatives. Try their Ayurvedic therapies that improve blood circulation, promote better sleep and reduce anxiety.
There is a very interesting variety, including a herbology center where guests learn the benefits of aromatic herbs and essential oils; a Sound Discovery Trail in the middle of the island, which helps to enjoy the positive impact of sound healing at any time – they also offer a pioneering treatment of Sound Therapy–, Watsu, Cryotherapy and many more unique treatments that will leave anyone feeling refreshed.
JOALI BEING.
TAKE CARE OF THE ISLAND AND ITS SMALL INHABITANTS
This refuge is also a refuge for other visitors to Raa Atoll, the Maldivian sea turtles. For this reason, one of the turtle conservation sanctuaries will be set up, in association with the Olive Ridley Project. JOALI BEING has adopted a sea turtle Ozzie, which is probably the oldest resident from Bodufushi Island. This is the first turtle adoption that Olive Ridley has undertaken on behalf of a hotel in the Maldives. In addition, JOALI BEING continues with the reef restoration project and a coral nursery.
In addition, the retreat also has several sustainability infrastructures for the care of the island: a desalinated water bottling plant, a rainwater collection and gray water recycling system, a glass crusher and recycler, a food waste composter and a vegetable waste crusher for fertilization.
Flow's signature cuisine will surprise you.
FROM LAND TO TABLE: DID YOU THINK THIS KITCHEN WAS BORING?
conceived as a transformative journey From the moment he sets foot on the atoll, all the details, and of course, also the kitchen, are part of this process of change. Until now, did you think that the cuisine of this type of retreat was boring and not very tasty? Here, in addition to being healthy and low in calories, food is fresh and locally harvested, sustainably sourced.
You can ask for a personalized option or let yourself be surprised by its five gastronomic options. From the FLOW signature cuisine, offering three cuisines: ITS, specialized in fish; plant (vegetarian) and Be Well (which is JOALI BEING's signature cuisine) to dishes that vary from light to substantial, depending on how hungry we are and that include a delicious variety of salads, Asian curries, lobster or even lamb ribs with soy sauce. The intention is to get healthy dishes (and with calories counted) at the same time as delicious and indulgent.
don't miss either MOJO to have a cocktail at sunset by the pool accompanied by delicious dishes, such as varied salads, ceviche, burritos and other more substantial ones such as our favorite seafood Nasi Goreng; either UPS with your menu and tea sessions run by a resident tea sommelier.
WELLBEING ALSO FOR CHILDREN: JOY OF BEING
This summer, too, the retreat welcomes guests of all ages (ages 6 and up) with a wellness program, called Joy of BEING. Will be able disconnect from technology and connect with nature, discover the power of science and learn about the importance of wellness in an exciting, fun and creative way. age-appropriate activities specially designed by the team of experts : naturopaths, therapists, movement experts and nutritionists.