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CANNES, France, December 6, 2022 /PRNewswire=KYODO JBN/--

- 34-hectare resort is DAMAC Group's first project in the Maldives

- Hotel adds to DAMAC's prestigious portfolio which has been successfully

expanding internationally

- DAMAC Group's partnerships with renowned brands such as Mandarin Oriental is

a testament to its brand equity and position in the market

Announced at the International Luxury Travel Market in Cannes France (ILTM),

the Dubai based DAMAC Group, under its property development arm DAMAC

Properties — one of the region's foremost luxury real estate developers, has

signed a contract with Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group to operate a new resort on

a group of private islands in The Maldives.

The 34-hectare luxury resort, which is currently under development and is

scheduled to open in 2025, will be DAMAC Group's first foray in the tourist

islands, known for its premium five-star offerings.

The Indian Ocean resort stretches across three private islands on Bolidhuffaru

Reef in South Male Atoll, accessed by an easy 20-minute speedboat ride from

Male's Velana international airport.

Surrounded by white sand beaches and vibrant coral reefs for which The Maldives

is renowned, the resort will provide a picturesque backdrop from where guests

can enjoy a variety of activities including culinary experiences through

various specialty restaurants around the island in addition to wellness

retreats and water sports.

The Mandarin Oriental Bolidhuffaru Reef's accommodation comprises 130

stand-alone villas, made up of 61 overwater villas and 66 beachfront villas,

including 10 branded residences. Ranging in size from 100 to 600 square metres

(internal), the villas will be some of the largest in the market, each

providing exclusivity and seclusion, with private pools and beautiful ocean

views. The Group is working with a number of international consultants to

ensure sustainability best practises are followed in all stages of the

development.

Seven dining outlets, including three speciality restaurants and an exclusive

dining venue along with a pool bar will ensure that guests have a varied choice

of cuisines during their stay.

In addition, creative indoor and outdoor event spaces will provide unique

locations for meetings, social gatherings and weddings.

Spacious wellness facilities will be located in the resort's tropical gardens,

and will include 12 treatment suites, vitality pools, sauna and steam rooms as

well as a beauty salon. Mandarin Oriental's expert team of wellness

practitioners will offer tailored experiences and the Group's signature

treatments.

Additional leisure activities will include a water sports and a dive centre,

tennis courts, a world class kids and teens club designed by international

consultants, a swimming pool and numerous private coves and beaches to explore.

"The DAMAC brand is synonymous with luxury products and service, and we felt

The Maldives was a perfect location for us. DAMAC has extended its global

footprint outside of the Middle East, from the UK to Canada, and we are

thrilled to have now reached The Maldives as well. We look forward to working

with Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group to manage our new resort on this beautiful

island," Hussain Sajwani, Chairman and founder of the DAMAC Group said.

"We are continuously entering into partnerships with established world class

brands that mirror DAMAC's reputation and standards for luxury offerings and

are confident that Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group will excel in its mandate,"

Sajwani added.

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is the award-winning owner and operator of some

of the world's most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences. Having grown from

its Asian roots into a global brand, the Group now operates 36 hotels and seven

residences in 24 countries and territories, with each property reflecting the

Group's oriental heritage and unique sense of place.

Mandarin Oriental has a strong pipeline of hotels and residences under

development and is a member of the Jardine Matheson Group.

"Mandarin Oriental is focused on developing its resort portfolio and has been

looking to enter The Maldives for some time. This project represents the right

opportunity for the Group" said James Riley, Chief Executive of Mandarin

Oriental Hotel Group.

Visit DAMAC at www.damacproperties.com

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