6 | LUXlife Magazine mbodying freedom, inspiration, and discovery all at once, Cora Cora Maldives is an exceptional dream destination, offering guests a unique and immersive Maldivian cultural, experimental, and culinary experience. The resort is comprised of 100 luxury villas, four restaurants, two bars, a water sports & diving centre, gym, outdoor yoga pavilion, outdoor cinema, and more. All of this is just 45-minutes by seaplane from Velana International Airport, or alternatively 30 minutes by domestic flight followed by a 20-minute journey by speedboat, making Cora Cora Maldives the ultimate inspirational and idyllic luxury escape. Crafted with families, friends, and couples in mind, a variety of contemporary designed suites and villas are available, resulting in a unique concept that embraces the cultural heritage of the Maldives while boasting the luxury amenities one would expect from a luxury resort of this calibre. With a variety of premium dining options available, Best Premium All-Inclusive Resort 2023 – Maldives and Most Friendly & Innovative Resort 2023 - Maldives Cora Cora Maldives is located on a natural island with white sands and azure ocean that houses a five-star luxury resort, located in the pristine Raa Atoll, celebrating the area’s unbeatable cultural and culinary attractions. Since opening its doors on October 1st, 2021, the resort has offered a slice of paradise to even the most receptive and sophisticated global traveller. We take a closer look as the resort wins its title in the Hospitality Awards 2023. many of which incorporate Cora Cora Maldives’ ethos and dedication to wellness, the resort provides guests with the ultimate holiday experience without having to compromise on lifestyle, health and fitness. Cora Cora Maldives offers in-house classes on cooking, playing the guitar, and making innovative cocktails. Otherwise, patrons are free to luxuriate in the spa, or take a deep dive into the tropical waters of the Maldives, swimming around the breathtaking natural reef. As well as Cora Cora’s museum and heritage site, where you can take in the culture and new experience, there is the opportunity to take an hourlong cookery session in the art of pizza or sushi-making, or learn all the secrets of Indian cuisine. Saving on travel, Cora Cora Maldives offers an array of dining experiences in and of itself, with four restaurants providing a range of food for whatever the appetite craves. Acquapazza® offers the glamour of an Italian beach club complete with a welcoming Maldivian atmosphere, where guests can start the day with a cappuccino as they relax in a poolside cabana, before soon finding themselves lunching on an Italian salad or a fresh stone-baked pizza, with a pizza-oven shipped all the way from Rome. There is no need to move when it is time for dinner, patrons can grab a seat at a table on the deck and browse an extensive range of mouthwatering main courses, from pastas, risottos, and seafood to meat and vegetable-based dishes. This is all complemented with a selection of freshly squeezed juices, milkshakes, and gelatos, or, for the adults, an ice-cold cocktail, glass of wine, or crisp lager. For guests who favour spices, Tazäa® allows the exploration of flavours from the ancient Spice Route, while also offering timeless comfort-food favourites, across its all-day, indoor-outdoor, sunset-view dining venue. Looking at the tranquil island today, it is impossible to know it once it served as the bustling heart of one of the planet’s most important spice routes almost a millennia ago. Tazäa® rekindles the route in the form of an east-meets-west menu perfect for adventurers. An array of modern classics completes the menu, setting the whole family up for a blissful day of seaside exploration. For those who want to romance the night away in a seductive Japanese restaurant boasting sunset views, Teien® provides the perfect blend of elegance and taste, with evenings hosting mellow music and a team of highly skilled chefs crafting dishes that are as beautiful to look at as they are to eat. The venue also offers the opportunity to relax at a table and enjoy skewers of fresh meats and vegetables straight from the grill. Ginger Moon®, the fourth on-site restaurant, offers the experience of a sizzling Asian street market, with the food prepared in sight of customers by an all-female staff. With a convivial atmosphere and the E • Jul23746
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