Bandos Maldives has celebrated its 47th anniversary, organising the resort’s annual charity run to mark another year of hospitality excellence by one of the first resorts in the island nation.
On December 10, Bandos hosted the annual ‘Viva La Vida’ run, a mini-marathon that aims to raise funds for Project Hope.
Project Hope is a non-profit organisation committed to protecting and promoting the well-being of children throughout the country.
This is the fifth consecutive year that Bandos has hosted the charity run.
The run was followed by an anniversary cake cutting ceremony, which was attended by management officials and team members.
Located in North Male Atoll and accessible by a short 10-minute speedboat ride from the main Velana International Airport, Bandos features spacious rooms with balconies overlooking the garden, beach or the ocean.
Authentic Thai cuisine can be enjoyed at Koon Thai restaurant, whilst Sea Breeze Café offers western and international food by the sea. A wide range of buffet foods can be savoured at Gallery Restaurant. Huvan and Sand Bar provide lovely tropical settings to enjoy cocktails and live entertainment. Umi Yaki restaurant serves Japanese Teppanyaki food.
A pool with swim up bar is available, while beauty and massage treatments are available at the resort’s spa. Club House offers a range of fitness activities, including a gym, aerobics, badminton, tennis courts, squash and table tennis, while Kokko Club offers babysitting services along with a range of programmes for the little ones.
The resort also features a water sports centre and a dive school.