Four hands, eight courses

An ancient Balinese tradition is the inspiration behind a new experience at the Resort. Melukat, a purifying ceremony designed to cleanse body and mind, is said to dismiss bad omens to prevent illness and bad luck. For guests, the ritual begins at the Resort’s temple, where they are dressed in traditional attire and met by a Balinese priest who ...

Two expert therapists work their magic on each guest in this exclusive treatment. Beginning with a purifying a foot ritual, body exfoliation and facial cleanse, the treatment commences with the four-handed, tension-releasing body massage. Using long, sweeping movements, therapists soothe muscles, adding warm oil and hot volcanic stones to penetrate ...

Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts peerless expression of luxury will be coming to the Maldives, thanks to an agreement just signed for the Bvlgari Resort Ranfushi, to open in 2026. The 20-hectare property will be located on Raa Atoll and comprise 54 villas, including a Bvlgari Villa on its own private island. Designed by architectural firm ACPV ARCHITECTS ...

Fit for a queen (and her king) Lulur (a Javanese word that means “to coat one’s skin”) was traditionally performed right before a bride’s wedding day. In the 17th Century, the ritual used yogurt and spices to exfoliate and polish the skin, leaving it pampered, smooth and supple. Our modern day version of this ancient treatment is a three-hour ...