Seb’s Farm sets the stage for top journalists from UK to celebrate Eid al-Fitr with Maldivian flair.
Maldives, 07 April 2025 – As the crescent moon marked the arrival of Eid al-Fitr on Sunday, 30th March, the castaway island resort of RAAYA by Atmosphere curated a special celebration for a group of visiting journalists from the United Kingdom. The intimate and exclusive dinner took place at Seb’s Farm, hosted by the resort’s General Manager, Mr Maurice Van Den Bosch, Mr Euan Blake, Vice President of Communications at Atmosphere Core and Ms. Seema Misra, Assistant Director of Communications.
Launched earlier this year, Seb’s Farm offers a unique, sustainable harvest-to-plate dining experience with its signature menu featuring a blend of Maldivian delicacies and international cuisine. Every dish is prepared using ingredients sourced directly from the resort’s organic farm and local fishermen.
On the day of Eid, all the journalists gathered at Seb’s Farm in the morning for a tour and to pick fresh herbs and vegetables to be used in their evening feast. Following a day in paradise, the ladies gathered for a grand Eid dinner in a charming gazebo at the heart of the farm. A rustic wooden table, adorned with fresh blooms, the soothing melody of wind chimes, and the inviting aroma of fragrant appetisers, set the scene for a memorable celebration. Adding to the cultural immersion, the journalists donned traditional black-and-white striped Maldivian sarongs, for the evening.
The media group included Alice Emily Barnes-Brown from Travel Weekly, Natasha Tomalin-Hall from Mail Online, Lynne Mole from loveEXPLORING.com, Natasha Heard from Luxury Lifestyle Magazine, and Tilly Everard from Rooster PR. During their visit, they explored both OBLU NATURE Helengeli by SENTIDO and RAAYA by Atmosphere, experiencing the essence of Maldivian hospitality.
Reflecting on the celebration, Ms Tilly Everard shared, “Our time at RAAYA by Atmosphere was truly unforgettable. From an idyllic sunset fishing trip and indulgent spa treatments at ELE|NA Ayur spa, to unleashing our creativity with Dhoni boat painting and unwinding with sunrise yoga, every experience was exceptional. The highlight was the Eid dinner itself—savouring the freshest Maldivian flavours under a starlit sky, surrounded by the warmest hospitality. It was a magical way to celebrate the occasion, and the heartfelt touches, such as the handwritten welcome notes and invites in our villas, made us feel so at home.”
A picturesque 45-minute seaplane journey from Velana International Airport, RAAYA by Atmosphere is a five-star resort within the Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts brand, with 167 beach and overwater villas and 6 diverse dining options blending local traditions with global flavours.
-Ends-
Notes to Editors:
Hero Image Caption: Journalists from the UK celebrate Eid al-Fitr with warmth and joy at Seb’s Farm.
Seb’s Farm is a unique farm-to-table dining experience where guests can savour fresh, organic dishes in a serene, eco-friendly setting. Journalists chose fresh, seasonal ingredients from Seb’s Farm in the morning and enjoyed them transformed into a gourmet private dinner in the evening.
Journalists chose fresh, seasonal ingredients from Seb’s Farm in the morning and enjoyed them transformed into a gourmet private dinner in the evening.
Guests savour the freshness of sustainably grown, organic produce and the catch of the day, all presented with artistic flair at Seb’s Farm.
Seb’s Farm sets the stage top journalists from UK to celebrate Eid al-Fitr with Maldivian flair.
Left to right: Ms Tilly Everard from Rooster PR, Ms Natasha Heard from Luxury Lifestyle Magazine, Ms Natasha Tomalin-Hall from Mail Online, Ms Lynne Mole from loveEXPLORING.com, and Ms Alice Emily Barnes-Brown from Travel Weekly.
The intimate and exclusive dinner took place at Seb’s Farm, hosted by the resort’s General Manager, Mr Maurice Van Den Bosch, and Mr Euan Blake, Vice President of Communications at Atmosphere Core, and Ms. Seema Misra, Assistant Director of Communications.
About Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts:
Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts is a curated collection of distinctive properties inspired by local culture and immersed in unique environments. From castaway islands to inner cities, A New Experience Awaits, as every resort and hotel delivers tailored brand experiences aligned with one of seven portfolio sub-brands. Capturing the essence of place authenticity, this set of unique award-winning destinations offers an exceptional blend of bespoke elegance with genuine local discoveries. A growing portfolio of 17 exclusive properties in some of the world’s most inspiring locations, Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts invites discerning travellers to craft unforgettable moments in settings of unparalleled beauty and sophistication.
Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts Pipeline: Hotels and resorts at Bengaluru, Bhubaneswar, Coorg, Darjeeling, Gurugram, Guwahati, Kannur, Kurseong, Mirik, and Shirdi in India, and Piedmont in Italy.
About Atmosphere Core:
Atmosphere Core is a leading hospitality name in South Asia with strong global partnerships and a robust expansion plan within Asia and Europe. A foundational ethos, Joy of Giving ensures a deep and genuine connection with the destination and the people. Global partners find a rich variety of distinctive brand experiences within THE OZEN COLLECTION, COLOURS OF OBLU, and Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts portfolio, elevated through enriching sustainable stays, simple agile solutions, and innovative, intuitive services. This thoughtful curation of destinations awakens all the senses and weaves restorative stories for guests that they cherish and return to over time.
Atmosphere Core Portfolio: Nine resorts in the Maldives and one heritage hotel in India.
Media Contacts:
Worldwide Euan Blake
Assistant Vice President Communications
Atmosphere Core
E-Mail: [email protected]
