Velaa's 11th Anniversary with Ronan Keating
December 20th
Raise a glass to 11 years of elegance at Velaa with an exclusive live performance by the legendary Ronan Keating!...
Santa's Arrival
December 25th
Get ready for delightful surprises as the countdown to Christmas magic has begun, and Santa Claus is making his way ...
Jazz Night & Seafood Extravaganza
December 30th
Join us for a magical evening of gourmet dining and contemporary jazz by the...
Little Italy at Velaa
January 2nd
Get ready to be transported to Italy for an evening as the Italian Riviera Swing Band takes the stage at Athiri Beac...
Chinese New Year at Velaa
January 29th - February 2nd
Celebrate the Year of the Snake with us this Chinese New Year, surrounded by the beauty of our pristine shores!...
Asahi Shuzo Sake Dinner in Tavaru
April 1st - April 4th
Get ready for an unforgettable sake experience this April as Kazuhiro Sakurai, the CEO of Asahi Shuzo, returns to Vel...
World's Leading Private Island Resort 2024
Posted November 25th
We are thrilled to announce that Velaa Private Island has been named World's Leading Private Island Resort 2024 for t...
Aragu Awarded 'Wine Spectator's 2024 Best of Award Of Excellence'
Posted October 2nd
We are thrilled to announce that Aragu Signature Restaurant has once again been honoured with the 2024 Best of Award ...
FLITE-BOARDING AT VELAA
Posted September 1st
Say hello to the newest members of our watersports family. The Fliteboard Ultra and Flite Scooter, now making waves i...
Unveiling the Velaa Art Gallery for the 10th Anniversary
Posted December 20th
To commemorate 10 glorious years since our arrival here in the Maldives, we are delighted to unveil the Velaa Art Ga...
Indian Ocean's Leading Private Island Resort 2023
Posted October 17th
For the fifth consecutive year, Velaa is delighted to have been awarded Indian Ocean's Leading Private Island Resort ...
Aragu Awarded 'Wine Spectator's 2023 Best of Award Of Excellence'
Posted June 27th
For the second year in a row, Wine Spectator has awarded Aragu Signature Restaurant the 2023 Best of Award of Excelle...
New Game Room at Velaa
Posted February 15th
In need of a break from the sun? We have you covered with the unveiling of our new Game Room!
Turning over a new Leaf as we unveil FAIY Restaurant
Posted January 12th
We are thrilled to reveal a new restaurant concept, FAIY, focused on well-balanced and nutritious meals made exclusiv...
New State-of-the-Art Biorock® Regeneration Project
Posted December 7th
Dr. Thomas J. Goreau and Thomas Sarkisian recently visited Velaa Private Island to spearhead installation of the new ...
Indian Ocean's Leading Private Island Resort 2022
Posted October 8th
For the fourth year in a row, we are incredibly honoured to once again be awarded Indian Ocean's Leading Private Isla...
Awarded Best Wine Selection in Indian-Ocean 2022
Posted July 22nd
Velaa has been recognised by Haute Grandeur Global Hotel Awards as having the Best Wine Selection in Indian-Ocean 2022.
Night Golf at Velaa Golf Academy
Posted April 2nd
Bringing a visual and sensory twist to the standard game with night golf at Velaa Golf Academy.
Ameera Joins The Fleet at Velaa
Posted January 25th
Joining our extensive fleet, Ameera is now available to guests for private sunset fishing, dolphin cruises and more...
World Travel Awards 2021
Posted October 23rd
We are proud to announce that we have succeeded in becoming the Indian Ocean's Leading Private Island Resort 2021
Aragu makes it into Asia's 50 Best Restaurants
Posted March 22nd
It’s a great honor to share that Aragu signature restaurant has made it into Asia's 50 Best Restaurants. Making it th...
New Hammam in Nirolhu Private Residence
Posted November 27th
Hot and cold meets foam in this new exciting addition to Nirolhu Private Residence.