Escape to the alluring Maldives, where Ritz-Carlton luxury and superb hospitality await. The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands offers nine acres of private beachfront of undeveloped shoreline and a variety of adventurous excursions and water sports. Experience unparalleled pampering at the award-winning spa or dine at award-winning restaurants by Michelin-starred Chefs and artisanal gastronomic mavens.

Shingo Gokan

BEHIND THE BAR

SHINGO GOKAN

14&15 MAR, 2023

Prepare to be blown away as Japan’s Shingo Gokan – a leading figure in the international bartending industry kicks off the second installation of the trailblazing Behind The Bar series – a Maldives-first that introduces guests to some of the world’s most talked about bars and bartenders.

cocktail served at The Bar

The name Gokan Takahashi is synonymous with the craft of cocktail making. In fact, he’s known as industry icon, The Bartender’s Bartender and International Bartender of the Year.

His career has taken him from Tokyo to Singapore, from Bangkok to Shanghai, taking bartending to a new level through his various projects.

Experience a drink from one of SG Group’s global cocktail bars – Speakeasy in Shanghai, Sober Company in Shanghai, El Lequio in Okinawa and Singapore Club – all under one roof at EAU Bar.

The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands - Aerial Yoga

ESSENCE OF BALANCE

A LUXURIOUS WELLNESS EXPERIENCE

Lose yourself in the Essence of Balance at The Ritz-Carlton Spa. Surrounded by crystal clear waters and ocean breezes, this unique experience is now available to guests with a minimum stay of four days. Offering customized treatments from Bamford, including the signature Eucalyptus Body Polish, relaxing yoga sessions and Gua Sha Masterclass for further discovery, guests will truly absorb the essence of balance.

 

JEAN-MICHEL COUSTEAU

SOUNDS OF THE OCEAN

Legendary marine conservationist and educator Jean-Michel Cousteau recently graced the shores of Rangali Island, Gaafu Alifu Atoll and Malé, to explore the Maldives and raise awareness of ocean conservation. In collaboration with The Ritz Carlton Maldives, Jean-Michel Cousteau has joined forces with this iconic island archipelago as one of only six hotels globally to bring the Ambassadors of the Environment program to guests.

The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands - Jean-Michel Cousteau

RITZ KIDS

Ritz Kids is a world-class children’s program designed to introduce the wonders of the natural world to families and young guests aged 4–12 years old. Featuring four pillars in mind—land, water, environmental responsibility and culture — this daily schedule of activities has been thoughtfully curated to accommodate even the youngest explorers.