Maldives resort feature quite a menagerie of friendly furry friends…bunnies, flying foxes, cats (no dogs though, not allowed in the Muslim country). They wander freely and spoiled with attention from guests and resort staff alike. But Oaga pampers its felines with their very own luxury villas in the design style of the hooman ones!
Delicacies, entertainment, culture…all the evening possibilities on a resort rolled into a single event. Dinner theatre is a great way to spice up your meal and to enjoy some theatrics in a most leisurely manner. Oaga premiered its first dinner theatre spectacle telling the story of star-crossed lovers Dhon Hiyala and Alifulhu’ (Oaga likes the romantic genre – Best of the Maldives: Pool Channel – Oaga – Maldives Complete Blog)
A common FAQ is about the “nightlife” and “entertainment” on offer by the resort. I guess all that relaxation from lounging in the sun and soaking up the indolent poolside vibes during the day can generate some pent up energy for the evening. All too often, the “disco” or “dance floor” is a small square of by the beach bar and near a DJ deck. But Oaga has created a vibrant night spot that would stand out in the London club scene. Lights, ample space, lounging beds, great DJ, great sound systems all on a destination-distinctive sand-floor (for really kicking your shoes off).
The Ferrari Testa Rossa is a rare car indeed and cars n the Maldives are especially rare. So one on a resort is the quintessence of rarity:
Maybe the most extravagant luxury feature I have come across in this opulence-packed destination.
Make your own music at Soneva Jani’s special music room in it’s the Den kids club where an entire band of instruments are available for a jam session.
Another “Finally Seen”, this one over a decade since I declared it in #5 Haven’t Seen post (#8) in 2014. And not only does Oaga feature craft beer on the resort, it does so at its own special pool bar where they also have beer tastings that are included in the AI package.
Exploration doesn’t have to be limited to just underwater adventures or tropical excursions. People can expand their horizons by trying a new activity or even delving into a new skill. Many people find holidays a great chance to try something new away from the pressures and stresses of daily life. Oaga offers a range of classes for guests looking to explore their musical side at their Ka Studio which includes guitar, ukulele, and bodu beru.
Despite the splendor of the azure tapestry or the tasty delights on offer, supposedly the sense that evokes the most vivid memories for people is smell. For a aroma distinctive of your visit there, Ifuru has created its own signature scent for people to bring this memory home and relive it every time they apply it (thanks Paola).
In a refreshing break from the pervasive bikinis and palm trees on the #maldives Instagram feed, Oaga featured a series of Dhivehi useful and interesting phrases (with both Dhivehi writing and western forms) on their feed. A couple of Dhivehi dictionaries are on the web, but this collection of sayings is the closest things to a phrasebook I have come across:
The outdoor net hamocks, “jolai”, are quite common in Maldives resorts, but . Oaga has the most colourful versions I have had the pleasure to lounge in (see below). And the indoor traditional seating platforms I have never even seen before (see above). They have one in every villa for people to chill, maybe play a board game, etc.
