SOLO, NOT ALONE: Nova Maldives Welcomes Solo Travellers Back for a Month of Discovery & Gentle Reset
A month-long celebration of independence and connection, with marine encounters and wholesome rituals that invite guests to sit with themselves, and listen to what comes up
London, UK, 18 September 2026: With solo travel increasing year on year, and more independent travellers seeking purpose, flexibility and meaningful connection, Nova Maldives opens its shores to the solo spirit for a late summer reset.
Following PADI AWARE Week centered on marine conservation and ocean stewardship, the month is set to take an inward turn for the return of Solo Traveller Month, dedicated to holidays for one, with thematic practitioner-led sessions and holistic experiences that can be enjoyed alone, or with newfound company.
A Weekend of Coming Home to Yourself
From 25-30 September, the resort will welcome Pika Dubey, award-winning ELLE Mental Wellness Expert 2025 and founder of The Head Space Lab to host three workshops open to all guests, designed to form a journey that promotes self-discovery, anchoring, and release:
- Notes to Self: Guided Journaling & Reflection: With prompts and helpful tips for guests to discover where they are, pause and reflect, and reconnect with what matters most to them.
- The Reconnection Circle: A heart-to-heart workshop on emotional wellbeing, boundaries and life transitions, using psychological frameworks, closing with a "letter to your future self" exercise to put insights into words.
- The Ritual of Release: A symbolic fire ceremony that turns reflection into action, letting burdens go and making space for what comes next.
Pika is an experienced professional who has dedicated her career to progressing mental health education and awareness across India. Having partnered with organisations to extend mental health access to underserved communities, and as an alumna of the National Healthcare Academy, Yale and Harvard, she brings a wealth of hands-on experience to equipping people with the tools to build resilience and cultivate inner peace at every stage in life.
The Journey Continues, At Your Own Pace
Beyond these sessions, travellers can also sample additional experiences at Nova that fosters stillness, with a chance to experiment with a retreat-style experience without signing up to a fixed schedule. The resort weekly programme ranges from group yoga across various modalities: from Vinyasa to Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation) and Hatha, to sound baths with singing bowls, gongs and ocean drums, and Bodu Beru drumming classes rooted in Maldivian tradition, a meditative practice that encourages bonding through shared beats and vibrations.
Elsewhere on the island, solos can graze on plant-based Maldivian small bites at Soul Kitchen's all-day dining, or slip beneath the surface to snorkel and dive alongside whale sharks and manta rays. For something more private still, curated sandbank escapes offer guests a slice of paradise entirely their own, after which they can settle into Mizu, the resort's overwater pavilion, for a Teppanyaki dinner inspired by seafood and seaweed under the open sky.
These experiences reflect Nova's belief in conscious connection, prioritising quality over quantity, where casual gatherings and shared moments create a natural setting for like-minded travellers to meet and connect over common interests.
Whether venturing out for their first solo trip or their tenth, Nova invites travellers to embrace a softer escape and experience the beauty of the South Ari Atoll. Beach Villas are available to book from £363/night and Water Villas from £439/night on Full Board, with up to 50% off room rates on nova-maldives.com.
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About Nova Maldives
Nova Maldives, the soulful island resort nestled in the South Ari Atoll, believes in a greater calling than simply a lifestyle holiday destination. A modern All-Inclusive Community Concept, this laidback, all-natural island offers countless ways to spark joy. Smart, playful, rooted and responsible, Nova embodies the very essence of the Pulse Hotels & Resorts brand. Reached by a scenic seaplane flight, Nova features 76 land and overwater villas with private terraces and seemingly endless Indian Ocean views, all designed for real connection. Set within the South Ari Marine Protected Area, Nova enjoys one of the most remarkable locations in the Maldives, renowned for its year-round manta ray and whale shark sightings; one of the few places in the world where these gentle giants can be seen in their natural habitat. Nourish the soul with good food and great company in the vibrant dining outlets, pool and communal spaces. Explore breathtaking nearby scuba diving sites, join coral planting and reef regeneration experiences, play beach volleyball or immerse yourself in the local art and culture. At Nova, it’s all about taking the time to do what makes your soul happy.
