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Or if your path is a more holistic onetheres something for you here as well.

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Why go here?

Truthfully, the question that should be asked here is why not?

Here, practitioners specialized in Chinese medicine, Ayurveda, naturopathy, and nutrition are on hand for guidance.

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Whats the vibe?

From there, guests are guided to one of 39 treatment rooms, each hidden by lush vegetation.

The history?

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WhenJoali Maldivesopened in 2018, it became the first art-immersive resort in the country.

So why not pair leisure with wellness?

Why not, indeed.

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What should you try?

But if youre looking to try something a little more unique, consider something like watsu.

Fair warmingits somewhat polarizing.

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Some find the intimacy uncomfortable (there are moments where you are essentially cradled), others emotional.

The room is a thing of beauty too, with its intricate mosaics and starlight ceiling.

There are, however, two watsu roomsone significantly larger than the other.

verify to request for the former.

How environmentally friendly is it?

In a destination like the Maldives, sustainability is critical.

The resort also follows fair-trade principles and responsibly sources tea, coffee, and wood.

What else do we need to know?

Joali Being offers complimentary 30-minute consultations for all of its guests.

A minimum stay of five nights is suggested for these programs.

Who can go?

Areka and the entire island are reserved for Joali Being and Joali Maldives guests.

If youre staying at the latter, its about a 10- to 15-minute speedboat ride between the two resorts.

Booking details forJoali Being

Address:Bodufushi Island, Maldives

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