“Three exclusive Whitlams shows. Maximum 200 guests. One unforgettable week in the Maldives.”

Join The Whitlams at Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives for three intimate beachside concerts, performed exclusively for a small group of fans. Relax by day, gather for sunset music on the sand, then dance into warm tropical nights at private beach parties like no other. With numbers capped at just 200 guests, this is a rare chance to experience The Whitlams up close in paradise.

May 1-8, 2027

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The Whitlams are one of Australia’s most loved live acts, known for bittersweet balladry, sharp storytelling and classic songs including the JJJ Hottest 100 No. 1 “No Aphrodisiac”.

Since the release of their beloved platinum-selling album Eternal Nightcap, The Whitlams have built a loyal following that is stronger today than ever. Equally at home in intimate pubs, concert halls and orchestral settings, their live shows blend humour, musicianship and singalong classics.

Led by Tim Freedman since 1993, the band features long-time members Jak Housden on guitar and Terepai Richmond on drums, with 22-time Golden Guitar-winning producer Matt Fell joining on bass for the Maldives dates.

Recent acclaimed albums Sancho and Kookaburra have added fresh energy to the set, while leaving plenty of room for the songs fans know and love.

 

Recent tours have drawn glowing praise:

“There’s elation in the room, and a profound appreciation triangulated between the band, orchestra and audience in these final moments. What luck we still get to do this.”
David James Young – Scenstr

“You walked out feeling like you’d been inside something rare: a night that started in blue hush and ended in joyful noise.”
Andy Kershaw – Music Kingdom

“Relax all day, share in great music, dance long into the evening!”

Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives is your tropical home for The Whitlams Live in the Maldives, offering relaxed island comfort, beautiful beaches and easy access to the Music in Paradise experience.

Choose from Gold Beach Villas, VIP 2 Storey Beach Houses, or Ultimate Overwater Bungalows.

Each room category is fresh, contemporary and comfortable, with modern amenities, natural wood finishes and large windows that keep you connected to the blue outdoors.

Or upgrade to a 5-star Platinum Experience at COMO Cocoa Island.

COMO Cocoa Island offers a 5-star Maldives escape, with elegant overwater accommodation, refined island luxury and a peaceful setting just a speedboat ride from the Music in Paradise concerts at Kandooma.

Once-in-a-lifetime Experience

Unforgettable experiences are the heart of the Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives, with a long list of remarkable outdoor and water adventures on offer, from picnic island trips, to aqua surfaris and windsurfing just a booking away. Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives activities cater to everyone, be it the advanced diver, the extreme sport enthusiast or the family in need of some tranquil chill out time in the Maldives’ magical wilderness.

Evening activities on offer may include live music, discos and local folklore. You can also enjoy tennis, football, table-tennis and darts, as well as just relaxing in the expansive resort pool. Plenty to keep you busy when you are not surfing or soaking up the sun on Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives’ beach! For a sampling of Maldivian life, visits to Guraidhoo can be arranged.

World’s Most Breathtaking Yoga

Taught by the resident yoga-instructor, the vinyasa-style yoga class weaves together the physical, emotional and spiritual aspects of your vacation, to help you centre yourself in a space of complete wellness and relaxation. Suitable for yogis of every level, the yoga classes can be an inspiring start to the day, or a way to unwind into your island evening.

Mesmerizing Tropical Ecosystem

Manta rays, whale sharks, hammerhead sharks, oriental sweetlips, parrotfish, green turtles and other rare species of marine life are commonly found among Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives’ home reefs. The Dive Centre is comprehensively equipped to meet the needs of advanced divers but also suitable and thoughtfully set up for absolute beginners. Bubblemaker – for kids, Discover Scuba Diving – the first encounter with the wonders of marine life! And a multitude of PADI training courses are available.

Exclusive Surfing, Perfect Waves

Perfect Wave, the world’s largest surf tour operator, run the surf program at Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives and boast experienced resident surf guides and surf instructors. Surfing is exclusive and limited to a maximum 50 surfers, so you must pre-register for the surf program. The surf breaks around Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives have something for everyone, from beginners that want to move to an intermediate level to experienced surfers wanting fast barrels and rippable walls.

Refresh & Reset

The idyllic setting at the COMO Shambhala Spa at Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives sets the scene of serenity and calm and is the perfect getaway from all the pressures and demands of today’s modern world. The spa experience is all about energizing in a natural environment with its wide range of therapeutic massages and spa treatments in five treatment rooms with breathtaking oceanic views.