As Indian travellers increasingly seek meaningful ways to welcome the New Year, celebrations are shifting from high-energy countdown parties to experiences centred on wellbeing, movement, and renewal. Reflecting this evolving mindset, JOALI BEING, the Maldives’ first ultra-luxury well-living island resort, presents a distinctive New Year experience with exclusive football workshops led by global football icon Dimitar Berbatov.
Scheduled for 30 December 2025 and 2 January 2026, the workshops bring the spirit of Premier League football to JOALI BEING’s tranquil island setting. Guests are invited to engage with movement in a mindful and inspiring way, guided by Berbatov’s signature composure, technique, and deep understanding of the game. A former two-time Premier League winner with Manchester United, Berbatov also captained the Bulgarian national team and remains the country’s all-time leading goal scorer.
The initiative reflects a broader shift in luxury travel, where movement-driven retreats are redefining relaxation. With a growing number of Indian travellers prioritising health and wellness while on holiday, and sports tourism emerging as a significant global travel trend, wellbeing today extends beyond traditional spa experiences. By integrating sport, movement, and mindfulness, JOALI BEING aligns seamlessly with this new definition of restorative travel.
By combining world-class wellbeing philosophies with the presence of a globally recognised football legend, JOALI BEING offers guests a New Year celebration that is energising, purposeful, and memorable—setting the tone for 2026 through inspiration, movement, and mindful living.
