Finolhu, a Seaside Collection Resort & Flights with Miguel Maestre
Day 1: Arrive in Malé
Spend less time travelling and more time in paradise aboard our Luxury Escapes private charter flight, flying you directly to Malé in under 12 hours with no international stopovers and no waiting in airports. Settle in aboard an Airbus A330-200 reserved exclusively for Luxury Escapes guests, then continue your arrival in true island style with included return seaplane transfers from Malé.
With guaranteed early check-in, your island adventure begins the moment you arrive. Celebrity chef Miguel Maestre will be there to welcome you to a week of sun, flavour and fun, before you set off on a playful scavenger hunt through the resort. Follow the clues to the hotel’s hidden Speakeasy Bar, where signature cocktails, handcrafted canapés and a warm welcome reception with Miguel and the resort team await. It’s an exclusive first taste of the week ahead – playful, unexpected and unlike any ordinary arrival.
Day 2: Finolhu, a Seaside Collection Resort
Wake to breakfast by the beach before easing into your first full day of island indulgence. With daily breakfast, lunch and dinner included at select venues – plus unlimited free-flow drinks – every day is designed to feel effortless from the start.
Today, Miguel brings his signature energy to Crab Shack, a beachfront venue tucked away on its own tiny stretch of sand. Watch as he takes command of the pan to cook the perfect paella, layering saffron, seafood and rice with the warmth, theatre and personality he’s known for – only this time, the backdrop is a Maldivian sandbank. The aromas alone are worth the walk down, but it’s the showmanship that makes this lunch one you’ll be talking about long after you’ve left the island.
This evening, the indulgence continues with an exclusive wine-paired degustation hosted alongside the resort’s accomplished sommelier. Set at Kanusan, one of the island’s most atmospheric dining spaces, the evening pairs a curated selection of wines with a menu designed specifically to bring out their best.
Day 3: Finolhu, a Seaside Collection Resort
Spend the day however you please, whether that’s a lazy morning by the pool, a snorkel out to the reef break or simply doing nothing at all on one of the island’s endless stretches of sand. With an in-room minibar replenished daily with non-alcoholic drinks and access to Milk LAB for homemade pastries, sandwiches, juices and freshly brewed coffee, everything you need for an easy island day is close at hand. Don’t be surprised if you spot Miguel making the rounds, always up for a chat about last night’s wine or tomorrow’s menu.
As evening falls, the beach becomes the setting for an authentic Maldivian culinary celebration set on the sand in front of Beach Kitchen (weather permitting). Traditional dishes, lovingly prepared by local chefs from the surrounding islands, bring generations of heritage to the table. Miguel will join the celebration, alongside Bodu Beru drumming performances that fill the night air with rhythm passed down through the ages. As the final beats fade, a fire show lights up the beach, closing out one of the most quintessentially Maldivian nights you’ll experience anywhere in the archipelago.
Day 4: Finolhu, a Seaside Collection Resort
Another day in paradise is yours to enjoy. Book a spa treatment, float between pool and beach, return to your favourite stretch of sand or simply settle into island time. Perhaps you’ll cross paths again with Miguel, ready for a chat about what else is cooking at Crab Shack.
As the sun begins to set, the evening brings a glamorous beachfront White Party celebration beneath the stars, with live DJ entertainment, family-style sharing menus and the freshest locally sourced seafood. Miguel will be part of the evening’s energy, mingling with guests and bringing his unmistakable warmth to the celebration. It’s relaxed, social and effortlessly special – the kind of island night where the food keeps coming, the music carries on and the conversation flows long after dark.
Day 5: Finolhu, a Seaside Collection Resort
Your final full day brings one last chance to celebrate island life in true Miguel style. Spend the afternoon at a lively beach club for a pool party featuring curated signature cocktails, pass-around gourmet bites and interactive live cooking stations. With Miguel in his element, moving between the food, the crowd and the fun, it’s a sun-soaked send-off designed to feel as joyful as it does exclusive.
This evening, settle in for a relaxed dinner on a private sandbank, complete with sharing plates and an outdoor cinema beneath the open sky. Miguel will make an appearance, closing out the week the same way he opened it, with a plate in hand and a story to go with it.
Day 6: Depart Finolhu, a Seaside Collection Resort
Make the most of your final day in paradise with one last chance to enjoy the resort at your own pace. Ease into the morning with breakfast by the beach, take a final dip in the ocean, linger by the pool or enjoy your daily pizza at the Pizza Counter or Beach Club.
With guaranteed late checkout, there’s no need to rush your final hours. Soak up every last moment before your included seaplane transfer back to Malé, where you’ll board your exclusive direct Luxury Escapes charter flight to Melbourne. Settle in for the journey home with full hearts and richer stories to share from a week of island indulgence, Miguel-hosted moments and unforgettable experiences in the Maldives.
- Wheelchairs available
- Wheelchair-accessible spa
- Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
- Wheelchair-accessible pool
- Wheelchair-accessible lounge
- Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
- Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
- Wi-Fi
- Boat tours (surcharges apply)
- Boat (surcharges apply)
- Designated smoking areas
- Library
- Garden
- Concierge
- 24-hour front desk
- Luggage storage
- Shops
- Gift shop
- Playground
- Kids' club
- Sailboat (surcharges apply)
- Mini golf course
- Water sports equipment
- Tennis lessons
- Windsurfing
- Water skiing
- Parasailing
- Sailing
- Pedal boat
- Fishing
- Table tennis
- Scuba diving
- Rowing/canoeing
- Canoeing
- Kayaking
- Basketball
- Paddleboard
- Volleyball
- Beach volleyball
- Snorkelling
- Tennis court
- 1 outdoor tennis court
- Steam room
- Salon
- Pilates classes
- Yoga classes
- Fitness classes
- Fitness centre
- Sauna
- Spa treatment rooms
- Beach club (surcharges apply)
- Beach umbrellas
- Beach sun loungers
- Beach cabanas
- Pool cabanas
- Children's pool
- Water park access
- 1 outdoor pool
- Snack bar/deli
- 1 poolside bar
- 1 cafe
- 1 bar
- Restaurants
- 1 beach bar
- 1 swim-up bar
- Babysitting or childcare (surcharges apply)