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PATINA MALDIVES ANNOUNCES A NEW SEASON OF ITS PERPETUAL JOURNEY: WHERE CULINARY INNOVATION MEETS BESPOKE WELLNESS AND CREATIVITY
Transformative luxury retreat Patina Maldives, Fari Islands unveils a new stage of The Perpetual Journey, its ongoing programme of art, culture, wellness and conscious dining experiences. Highlights from August to November include acclaimed multidisciplinary artist Shezad Dawood’s inaugural Patina Art Residency, a junior football camp led by FC Bayern Munich coach Jonas Caryot and a three-day Diwali celebration bringing together chef Atul Kochhar, mixologist Giancarlo Mancino
Nat Frogley
5 days ago5 min read


PATINA MALDIVES UNVEILS EXCLUSIVE COLLABORATION WITH SEAN WOTHERSPOON
Patina Maldives, Fari Islands has welcomed globally acclaimed designer, artist and vintage collector Sean Wotherspoon for an exclusive collaboration bringing together fashion, art, creativity and the marine environment of the Maldives.
The collaboration transformed the Fari Art Atelier at Patina Maldives into a space shaped by Sean's distinctive visual language, centred around Respect the Reef, a large-scale ceramic fish sculpture created collectively with guests.
Flora Gandolfo
Sep 75 min read


FROM OSAKA TO THE WORLD: PATINA OSAKA AND VERDY CELEBRATE A SHARED JOURNEY TO "WORLD'S BEST HOTEL"
Patina Osaka, the first property in Japan by Capella Hotel Group, has been voted the No. 1 Hotel in the World and No. 1 City Hotel in Asia by Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards 2026. To commemorate this milestone, Patina Osaka has launched a special collaboration collection with globally renowned creator VERDY, who has served as the hotel’s Creative Partner since its opening. The limited-edition collection launched this month and is available only at Patina Osaka.
Nat Frogley
Aug 285 min read


PATINA TIANJIN PARTNERS WITH OSCAR WANG FOR BRAND DEBUT IN CHINA
Located at the Italian Style Area, Patina Tianjin is proud to announce a creative partnership with multidisciplinary artist Oscar Wang ahead of the hotel’s opening in late 2026.
Inspired by Wang’s deeply personal connection to Tianjin, the collaboration will see the creation of an exclusive site-specific artwork which is inspired by the hotel’s historic architecture and unique character, and a signature collection of lifestyle merchandise.
Nat Frogley
Aug 254 min read


PATINA ART RESIDENCY DEEPENS ITS COMMITMENT TO LIVING ARTISTS: WINNER OF SECOND EDITION TO BE HOSTED AT PATINA OSAKA
Patina Hotels & Resorts has announced the second edition of its Patina Art Residency, a platform bringing together artistic immersion, international art-world perspectives and purposeful patronage. Under the new theme, Rooted Realms, artists are invited to explore how place, identity and the environment shape one another. Submissions are open until 30 August, with the winner set to be revealed later this year at a private event in central London.
Flora Gandolfo
Aug 244 min read


SEAN WOTHERSPOON, MILIND SOMAN, AND DJ FS GREEN JOIN ROSAMUND PIKE AT THE FARI ISLANDS FESTIVAL 2026
The Fari Islands Festival returns from 13 to 15 August 2026, bringing together Patina Maldives, Fari Islands and The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands for a second edition. The festival expands its 2026 programme with the addition of Milind Soman, DJ FS Green and National Geographic, joining festival headliner Rosamund Pike alongside an exceptional collective of artists, chefs, designers and cultural voices from around the world.
Nat Frogley
Jul 116 min read


ROSAMUND PIKE TO HEADLINE FARI ISLANDS FESTIVAL 2026
The Fari Islands Festival returns from 13-15 August, bringing together Patina Maldives and The Ritz Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands for a second edition headlined by Academy Award-nominated actor and humanitarian Rosamund Pike.
The programme spans music, wellness, gastronomy, art, and marine conservation across three days and two resorts – moving through a natural daily rhythm from reflective mornings to conversational afternoons, to gatherings in the evenings and performance
Flora Gandolfo
Jun 15 min read


THE FIRST ARTE, ROME BY THE PAVILIONS COLLABORATES WITH ARTIST LUCA GNIZIO IN A UNITED VISION OF ART, SUSTAINABILITY AND SOCIAL PURPOSE
From 7 May – 31 July, elegant contemporary art hotel The First Arte, Rome by The Pavilions will welcome an exhibition by Italian artist Luca Gnizio, renowned for a creative philosophy embodying environmental and social responsibility. The exclusive collaboration will see three striking pieces made from recycled materials installed in the hotel’s communal spaces, complementing The First Arte’s permanent collection of over 200 artworks and reflecting its
founding concept as a
Nat Frogley
Apr 174 min read


MULTIDISCIPLINARY ARTIST SHEZAD DAWOOD'S ART RESIDENCY UNFOLDS AT PATINA MALDIVES, FARI ISLANDS
From 31 March to 21 April 2026, Patina Maldives, Fari Islands will welcome artist Shezad Dawood to its shores for the inaugural Patina Art Residency. This newly launched annual project from Patina Hotels & Resorts celebrates artists who reflect a commitment to impact and sustainability. Dawood will spend three weeks on the island, developing new work inspired by the Maldivian environment reflecting the theme of this year’s programme, Fluid Worlds.
Nat Frogley
Feb 93 min read


RESTORING HARMONY AND CELEBRATING CONNECTIONS: PATINA MALDIVES REVEALS THE FIRST CHAPTER OF THE PERPETUAL JOURNEY 2026
Transformative luxury retreat Patina Maldives, Fari Islands has revealed this year’s first chapter of The Perpetual Journey, its one-of-a-kind cultural and experiential initiative. From January to March, guests are invited to immerse themselves in holistic wellbeing and healing sessions; seasonal celebrations; and an ensemble of fine dining experiences.
Flora Gandolfo
Jan 234 min read


SHEZAD DAWOOD NAMED PATINA RESIDENT ARTIST 2025 AT INAUGURAL UNVEILING EVENT IN LONDON
London-based artist Shezad Dawood has been revealed as the inaugural winner of the Patina Art Residency – a new annual art award from Patina Hotels & Resorts celebrating artists whose work reflects a commitment to impact and sustainability. The winner of the Residency is selected by an illustrious panel of judges including some of the world’s foremost art patrons and leaders, chaired by Maria Sukkar, Co-Chair of the TATE Middle East North Africa Acquisitions Committee.
Flora Gandolfo
Oct 14, 20254 min read


PATINA MALDIVES, FARI ISLANDS PRESENTS ALEX TURNBULL: MUSIC, FILM AND CULTURE (20-22 FEBRUARY)
Patina Maldives, Fari Islands presents Alex Turnbull: Music, Film and Culture (20-22 February)
Nat Frogley
Feb 20, 20253 min read


PATINA MALDIVES, FARI ISLANDS UNVEILS SOUL-FREEING EXPERIENCES FOR Q1 2025
Patina Maldives, Fari Islands, has revealed the latest chapter of its ongoing lifestyle programming signature, The Perpetual Journey.
Nat Frogley
Feb 6, 20254 min read


FROM OSAKA TO THE MALDIVES: VERDY’S UNFORGETTABLE POP-UP FUSES ART, DESIGN, AND CULINARY ARTS
Verdy’s unforgettable pop-up at Patina Maldives, Fari Islands fused art, design, and culinary arts
Nat Frogley
Jan 16, 20252 min read


PATINA MALDIVES, FARI ISLANDS UNVEILS THE NEWEST PATHWAYS: EMBRACING GROWTH, REST AND CONNECTION WITH CURATED EXPERIENCES
Patina Maldives unveils the latest chapter of its series of signature events, Pathways.
Nat Frogley
Aug 22, 20244 min read


EMBRACING LIFE ENERGY: SASSAN BEHNAM-BAKHTIAR BRINGS SERIES OF ‘LIVING PAINTINGS’ TO PATINA MALDIVES, FARI ISLANDS
Patina Maldives, Fari Islands has unveiled its latest artistic collaboration, Life Energy, by French-Iranian artist Sassan Behnam-Bakhtiar
Flora Gandolfo
Aug 12, 20244 min read


THE PAVILIONS ROME, THE FIRST ARTE REOPENS FOLLOWING REFURBISHMENT
Boutique five-star hotel, The Pavilions Rome, The First Arte has reopened following an extensive refurbishment by Studio Marincola.
Nat Frogley
Apr 8, 20245 min read


CONVIVIALITY, CREATIVITY AND CONNECTION: PATINA MALDIVES, FARI ISLANDS HATCHES ENRICHING EXPERIENCES FOR EASTER
This Easter, refined resort innovator Patina Maldives, Fari Islands will present an array of curated island experiences designed to...
Nat Frogley
Mar 22, 20244 min read


PAINTING WITH PURPOSE: PATINA MALDIVES, FARI ISLANDS PRESENTS LIFE ENERGY, AN ONGOING COLLABORATIVE PROJECT WITH SASSAN BEHNAM-BAKHTIAR
Visionary master artist's island-born, sustainably created series of ‘Living Paintings’ is a clarion call for enhanced connection and a...
Nat Frogley
Mar 7, 20245 min read


PATINA MALDIVES, FARI ISLANDS PRESENTS PATHWAYS 2024: EMBRACING GROWTH, REST AND CONNECTION WITH CURATED EXPERIENCES
Resort innovator unveils 2024 series of signature events harnessing nature, wellbeing, creativity and exploration for deeper connections...
Nat Frogley
Mar 5, 20245 min read
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