Très Jolie: Bazaar Arabia Dreams Of JOALI Maldives
Luxurious rituals, a cultural immersion and an emphasis on creativity; Joali Maldives is the ultimate familial escape
If seeking closeness and the comfort of being surrounded by your own, then a familial trip is the most natural way to celebrate the occasion. If your idea of the perfect reset includes the bliss of a pristine beachfront setting and a resort that prizes creativity alongside bespoke rituals, Joali Maldives makes a compelling setting.
Designed as the Maldives’ first art-immersive island, the resort weaves creativity into the complete stay experience. Sculptures and large-scale installations are merged with the natural environment, and families are encouraged to engage with the pieces, such as the Manta Treehouse and the cocoon-like Heron Chair.
For the little ones, the newly upgraded Muramas Kids Club offers a plethora of creative and educational activities, from Mandala painting and kite artistry to hands-on ceramics, resin art and fluid art. Immersive sessions guided by a resident marine biologist also encourage children to explore the beauty of nature through hands-on participation. Gourmands will also find their every whim satiated. Among the five restaurants on the property is Saoke, designed by architect Noriyoshi Muramatsu, which floats above water while serving a fusion of Japanese and Peruvian cuisine. Vandhoo, on the other hand, presents a delectable journey through South-East Asian and Indian flavours. Or why not bond over a shared culinary experience, as Her Kitchen invites guests to learn local recipes with expert chefs?
Accommodation is just as meticulously curated at the property. Large clans find the perfect mix of privacy and shared space in the four-bedroom Beach Residence – complete with private pool – or the three-bedroom Ocean Residence (which has two pools) and dedicated butler.
The team are used to surpassing expectations when it comes to catering to their discerning clients. And that is why this is an Eid escape that will feel luxurious yet effortless – just what you need when you are looking to spend quality time as a family.
What to eat: Italian fine dining gets further elevated at the Secret Garden pop-up at Bellinis. Done in collaboration with Aquazzura Casa, this lush haven is the ideal spot to sample caviar-topped lobster.
Getting there: Fly in comfort with beOnd to the Maldivian capital of Malé in under five hours, then board a 40-minute seaplane to reach the resort. flybeond.com
For more information, visit Joali.com
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Note: This content was created and printed prior to February 28, 2026
From the Harper’s Bazaar Arabia March 2026 issue