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A virgin island. Powder white sand. Palm trees. Crystal clear turquoise water. Dolphins frolicking and rainbows of fish shimmering in and around the coral reef. Welcome to Laamu, Six Senses new resort on the island of Olhuveli, deep in the Indian Ocean. The 100 villas have been carefully designed to complement nature. Each allows utter privacy. Near to the peaceful blue lagoon is a surfer paradise, with majestic ten foot waves, surfing lessons, both board and kite are offered, along with diving, skiing and snorkeling from the Ocean School. At night, Six Senses Laamu really starts to rock. The Chill bar is built over the water, with a world class cocktail list, the wine cellar, Altitude, is a tower of spun glass, rising high out of the sea, and a choice of restaurants offers world class food and wine, with many ingredients grown in the resort organic garden or locally sourced. There is a Kid Club, a Six Senses Spa and many daily excursions to choose from…

Location & Distances – Important Distances
Primary Airport Name: Ibrahim Naasir International Airport Male’ Maldives. Airport Code:  MLE, Distance: 250.00 km, City Center Distance: 250.0 km

Accommodation Villas: 
Lagoon Beach Villa:  108sqm with private beach access, outdoor bath/rain shower, panoramic upper dining deck at treetop level/viewing platform, Private garden with relaxing daybeds, Personal bar, Bose entertainment System. Occupancy allow: 2A+1C or 1A+2C. Lagoon Water Villa: 120sqm with sunken ocean view, all-glass tub, private garden, aquarium dining deck, sun lounges, over-water netting, air conditioning, outdoor bath, personal bar, tea/coffee maker. Occupancy allow: 2A+1C or 1A+2C. Ocean Beach Villa: 220sqm with private beach access, outdoor bath/rain shower, panoramic upper dining deck at treetop level/viewing platform, Private garden with relaxing daybeds, Personal bar, Bose entertainment System. Occupancy allow: 2A+1C or 1A+2C. Ocean Water Villa: 108sqm with sunken ocean view, all-glass tub, private garden, aquarium dining deck, sun lounges, over-water netting, air conditioning, outdoor bath, personal bar, tea/coffee maker. Occupancy allow: 2A+1C or 1A+2C

Room Features
Number of floors: 1
Number of handicapped rooms: 0

Amenities include Air Conditioning, Bathrobe, Shower Cap, Coffee/Tea Maker, Fan, Free Newspaper, Mini Bar, Non-Smoking Room, Refrigerator, Slippers, Audio & Television with Color TV, Remote Control TV, Stereo System, Cable/Satellite TV, Television and Video/In-house movies are valuable. Bathroom has a Bathtub oversized, Hairdryer, Separate Shower and Bathtub, Shaving/Beauty Mirror. Business – 220 AC, Adapter Plugs avail. Data port, Internet Access. Furnishing & Architectural Features – Balcony, Full Size Mirror, Sleeper Couch/Sofa Bed and Working Desk. Handicapped – Audible Alarms. Security – Smoke Detector, Safe. Telephone – Bedside Telephone, Direct Dial Phone, Phone in Bathroom, Speaker Phone, Telephone and Working Desk Phone.

Restaurants & Bars
Number of Restaurants: 5
No of Bars in Hotel: 1

Longitude Restaurant – Number of Seats: 150, Restaurant Type: Full Service Restaurant, Cuisine Type: International Cuisine.

Restaurant Description – Longitude Restaurant is brasserie like, offering salads, fresh fish and pasta as well as an a la carte, daily changing menu from Chef Stephen Wheeler. There is also a full range of cooking classes, where guests can enjoy learning about various cuisine from Asia and western world.

Leaf – Number of Seats: 45, Restaurant Type: Full Service Restaurant, Cuisine Type: International Cuisine.

Restaurant Description – Leaf is perched high above the resort s organic garden. It serves the freshest possible food, picked and caught only hours before it is served. Growing in the garden is a whole range of different papayas and the chili patch has a private table for dinner parties.

Facilities & Security
General Facilities – Non-Smoking rooms, Staff Trained in First Aid, Amusement – Bar, Game Room. Parking – Well Lit Parking Area. Pool, Fitness, Beauty & Health – Fitness Center, Health Club and Steam Bath. Business & Internet – High Speed Internet Access in Public Area, Wireless Data Connection in Public Area, Business Center. General Security – Audible Smoke Alarms in Hallways, Audible Alarms in Public Areas, 24 Hour Security, Auto Link to Fire Station, Emergency Evacuation Drill, First Aid Available, Fire Detectors in Public Areas, Meets Fire Safety Code, Smoke Detectors in Public Areas, Staff Trained in Issuance of Dupl. Key Staff Trained in CPR, Uniformed Security.

Meeting & Business
Meeting & Business Services – Computer Printing, Courier Service, Copy Center, Copy Machine, Copy Service and Fax Service.

Sports & Activities
Sports – Bicycling, Beach Swimming, Exercising, Jogging, Swimming, Tennis and Volleyball. Activities – Children’s Activities, Fine Dining, Fishing, Scuba Diving, Surfing, Snorkelling, Sailing/Boating and Table Tennis.Points of Interest – Kadhdhoo Domestic Airport and Male International Airport.

Wellness & Health
Wellness & Health – Sauna, Spa and Tanning Beds. Beauty Treatment – Body Treatment, Deep Cleansing facial and peel, Manicure, Pedicure, Wax Depilation. Massage – Facial, Foot, Neck, Oil, Reiki, Reflexology, Classical Swedish, Thai Style.

Services & Shops
General Services – 24-Hour Room Service, Baggage Hold, Business Services, Butler Service, Concierge, Children’s Video, Currency Exchange, Doctor on Call, Room Service, Multilingual Staff, Mail Services, Porter/Bellman, Safe Deposit Box, Turndown,  Service, Wedding Services, Wake-Up Calls, Airline/Travel Desk.

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Resort Overview

Lounge on idyllic sands just moments from your villa and the surrounding azure waters, Angsana Ihuru is a tiny island gem, a perfect tonic to nurture your body and mind amidst an unspoilt tropical paradise with an award winning house reef.

Rooms

45 villas.

Airport transfer time

20 minutes by speedboat from Male’ International Airport.

Location

North Male’ Atoll.

Facilities

Savor Asian, Mediterranean and Maldivian flavors in ‘Riveli’, spot turtles from the chilled-out bar and perhaps even savor spectacular dining on a private sandbank. Be sure to revive at the indulgent Angsana Spa and with its fine house reef just meters off the beach the diving and snorkeling is supreme. Guest can also enjoy marine biology excursions as well as beach games and water sports.

Accommodation

There are 45 comfortable villas all open on to the beach leaving guests just meters from the inviting lagoon waters.

The Beachfront villas have a minimalist-influence, yet colorful interior and feature air-conditioning, minibar, tea and coffee making facilities, telephone, outside shower, traditional thatched roofs and private gardens with loungers and a Maldivian swing. Deluxe beachfront villas are larger and also have open-air jet pools.

Restaurants & Bars

Rivelli Restaurant: Asian, Mediterranean & Maldivian cuisine. Velaavani Bar: Snacks, drinks and cocktails Sandbank dining: Maldivian Private Dining: Selected menu In villa dining: Set menu/Barbecue.

Beach description

Beautiful white sandy beach with a breathtaking house reef. (see more photos)

The Beach of Angsana Velavaru Maldives

Resort Overview

With the innovative new InOcean villas, lush Angsana Velavaru has created a truly blissful experience, the villa seemingly afloat amongst the glittering seas of the Indian Ocean. Pure escapism in an unspoiled atoll. Velavaru is famed location for Turtle – nesting and has its own Marine Lab, particularly committed in protecting marine creatures such as the Harwksbill and Green Sea Turtles, and the coral reefs.

Rooms

79

Airport transfer time

Scenic 35 minutes by seaplane from Malé International Airport.

Location

On the south eastern edge of the unspoilt South Nilandhe Atoll.

Facilities

Stylish yet relaxed facilities blend in with the local vegetation. The open-air main dining area overlooks the lagoon, an over-water à la carte grill and open-air bar. Diving school, boutique, kids club, marine laboratory, windsurfing, sailing and snorkeling. Non-motorized water sports are complimentary and snorkeling equipment can be burrowed from the Marine Lab for the stay.

Indulge in a myriad of Asian- inspired spa treatments at world renown Angsana Spa. Soak in the tranquil surrounds as our therapists deftly vanquish your world-weary strain and tension, leaving you rejuvenated, energized and radiant.

Accommodation

The 79 beach villas and 33 InOcean Villas are air-conditioned and have ceiling fan, telephone, minibar, tea/coffee facilities, part open-air bathroom, private courtyard and terrace with ocean views.

Beachfront villas stylish yet relaxed, with wooden deck, sun loungers, daybeds and the villas are right in front of the beach. Beachfront jet pool villas also have a large jacuzzi. Deluxe beachfront pool villa also have a private open-air pool, large courtyard area and daybed. Newly opened InOcean villas are brand new spacious and are built on stilts perched on the edge of the ocean with private pool, absolutely stunning. Premier InOcean villas, with decks extending into the lagoon, are on request. Guests staying in the InOcean Villas dine in an exclusive Italian restaurant and bar called Azzuro.

Restaurants & Bars

Funa  – An over water a-la-carte restaurant with stunning ocean views. Kaani – all day dinning serving international cuisines offering set and buffet style dinning experience. Kuredi Bar – For a quick snack during the day and offering fruit juices fine spirits and cocktails. A cultural show is being displayed once a week.

Beach description

White sand (see more photos)

Madivaru Sandbank

Resort Overview

One of the natures best – kept secrets of the Maldives. A resort island with just six luxurious tented villas, each with a private pool, this intimate hideaway is the ultimate in peace and privacy. Palms whisper in the breeze and sparkling sands are gently splashed by lagoon waters.

Rooms

6

Airport transfer time

20 minutes by seaplane.

Location

On the North East of Ari Atoll.

Facilities

A tiny resort with pristine shores and breathtaking reefs. Attentive service and your holiday price includes in-villa dining, selected excursions, a dedicated island host, boatman and chef and one in-villa spa treatment per person. There is a little all-day restaurant, unique tented lounge bar, open-air dining area, snorkeling and diving centre and souvenir shop.

Accommodation

Just six tented Pool villas, each comprising three interlinked Bedouin tents – a bedroom, bathroom, and living area – with fine facilities including two outdoor showers, indoor bathtub, wine cooler, telephone, internet, combined flatscreen television/DVD/stereo surround sound system, outdoor terrace with daybeds, sun loungers and a private pool and canopied al fresco dining area.

Restaurants

Boa Keyo – An all-day dining restaurant and a bar lounge. Named after an indigenous tree that covers large parts of the island, guests can take in a refreshing cocktail and cool off indoors in the welcome shade of this elegant restaurant. or In-Villa Dining.

Swimming Pools

6 private pools

Beach description

Pristine white sands, a beautiful lagoon surrounded by breathtaking house reefs

WOW fact

This slice of tropical paradise is haven, designed to offer total privacy and ultimate Crusoe style retreat. (see more photos)

Sandbank dinning at Banyan Tree Maldives Vabbinfaru

Resort Overview

Bury your toes in cool sand as you lunch in a coconut grove. And after a day on the waters of a crystal clear sea, dine in informal elegance, overlooking the ocean. Relaxation, Banyan Tree style.

Rooms

48

Airport transfer time

20 minutes by speedboat.

Location

North Male’ Atoll

Facilities

Enjoy spa treatments, small fitness centre, table tennis, PADI Dive Centre, deep-sea fishing, waterskiing, complimentary windsurfing and snorkeling, restaurant and bar. There is a marine laboratory and free shuttle boat to sister-island Angsana Ihuru – where you may also dine with a small charge.

Accommodation

48 villas, each with fan, air-conditioning, kingsize four-poster bed, minibar, tea/coffee facilities, shower, private garden and pavilion.

The Oceanview and Beachfront villas, set back from the sea, feature open-air jet-pools on timber terraces. Beachfront villas, directly on the beach, have private pavilions extending over the beach towards the sea. Deluxe beachfront villas are more luxuriously furnished.

Restaurants & Bars

Ilaafathi – International cuisine influenced by Maldivian and Indian spices, Sangu Garden or savor quiet time with a private barbecue in the seclusion of your own villa terrace. Make the most of your Maldivian sojourn with a Sandbank Dinner of fresh seafood.

Beach description

White sand

WOW fact

Bask yourself in the luxury and magical living of the Maldives, at Banyan Tree Maldives Vabbinfaru, experience world-class diving, delectable cuisine, and breathtaking natural beauty. (see more photos)

Villa Muthee deck and infinity pool

Resort Overview

A brand new stylish, luxurious resort with a feast of fine facilities, forests of banyans and coconut palms, and nearly 1½ miles of white sand beaches. Discreet service with Shangri-La’s renowned hospitality – a rare opportunity in the Maldives to experience both complete opulence and the accessibility to local culture.

Rooms

142

Airport transfer time

70 minutes flight from Malé to Gan, then ten minutes by speedboat.

Location

At the southernmost tip of Addu atoll.

Facilities

There are two speciality restaurants, bars and lounges, forest and beach dining, CHI The Spa, complimentary health club, tennis, nature trails, complimentary supervised children’s zone, water-sports, dive centre, snorkeling, excursions, complimentary boat to Gan to cycle ten mile five island road, entertainment, and boutiques. There is also an environmental centre, decompression chamber and doctor. The British Loyalty shipwreck is just ten minutes away by boat.

Accommodation

142 individual, elegant villas, each with air-conditioning, television, DVD player, iPod dock, Wi-Fi, indoor and outdoor shower and nespresso machine.

Pool villas on the east sunrise side, ocean-facing overlook a coral beach, with private pool. Deluxe pool villas are larger and more secluded. Beach villas in garden setting located either on the ocean (sunrise) side or the lagoon (sunset side) with private infinity pool, separate living room, roof patio and sun-deck. Water villas reached via jetty, with daybed (no pool). Unique Tree house villas with separate living room and private pool, are built ten feet up amid the trees with panoramic ocean views and an elevated infinity pool. Villa Muthee is like a pearl in its own oyster nestles in its own luxurious environment.  From the choicest of decor to the stunning seascapes that surround it, Villa Muthee promises a truly sensational experience.  The only one of its kind at Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort and Spa, The name says it all.  Muthee, which means ‘pearl’ in the local language, is a villa for those craving sanctuary from the fast-paced world in an ambience that offers stunning vistas and absolutely everything necessary for a perfect getaway. Incorporating Eastern influences like Lipao teak with mother-of-pearl accents and other customized furnishings, Villa Muthee exudes a tropical contemporary style. Complimentary broadband Internet access, 40-inch LCD TV, a Bose DVD player and iPod docking station. Spacious bathroom with its own walk-in wardrobe, dressing area and his and hers vanity counters, and a spa pavilion. VIlla Muthee cover an area of 570sqm or 6,135sqft. Villa Laalu is spacious, stylish and thoughtfully designed, Villa Laalu is the jewel in the resort’s crown, with two large, high-ceilinged bedrooms, an extensive garden and everything the discerning guest could possibly require.  Round-the-clock, in-villa dining can be enjoyed in the living room with timber-decked verandahs, or in air-conditioned or al fresco dining pavilions. Carefully selected artworks are on display throughout this exquisite villa, together with precious, high-end Asian artifacts, sculptures and urns from Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Thailand. Complimentary broadband Internet access, 40-inch LCD TV, a Bose DVD player and iPod docking station. The tastefully appointed master bathroom brings the outdoors within.  A luxurious tub for two is raised from the floor on textured stone, with an adjacent cascading water feature and a spa pavilion.Villa Laalu area is 957sqm or 10,301sqft.

Restaurants

Javvu Restaurant offering Western cuisine with a Mediterranean touch. Khzaanaage offers cuisines from the Arabian Gulf, Indian Ocean and the South China Sea. The resort has 3 bars and the Fashala Lounge.

Beach description

White sandy beach

WOW fact

Charter a private yacht to the equator for lunch . . . for a totally unique experience. (more photos)

Resort Overview

Effortlessly blending natural and traditional styles with contemporary barefoot luxury allowing you to relax and unwind surrounded by an aura of holistic tranquillity and white sand beaches caressed by gently lapping azure waves. First “Robinson Crusoe” style hideaway in the Maldives.

Rooms

65

Airport transfer time

Approx. 35 minutes by seaplane.

Location.

In the Baa atoll, this is one of the largest islands covered by natural leafy vegetation.

Facilities

Peaceful for strolling and cycling. Outstanding facilities include a sand floor restaurant, unique jungle garden restaurant, a Sense by The Sea restaurant offering contemporary Peruvian-Japanese fusion dishes, a champagne bar on the jetty and beach barbecues can be arranged, Six Senses Spa, boutique, CD library, dive school and water-sports.

Scuba diving

Soneva Fushi Resort & Spa dive centre Onsite

Accommodation

65 beach villas, each with air-conditioning, minibar, ceiling fan, CD/DVD player, part open-air bathroom with bath and shower.

Rehendi villas are sea facing beach bungalows. Blocks of two or three. Crusoe villas are bi-level villas with separate sitting area some with pool at a supplement. Soneva Fushi villas are spacious individual villas with private beach, sun terrace and some with a water garden. Private pool option on request at a supplement. Fushi Villa Suite (with Pool) Beach front villas with foyer entrance. Spacious bedroom with king-sized or twin beds – Additional sitting room with daybed/sofas – Possibility of separating sitting area from bed room by curtain -Luxurious open-air garden bathroom and water feature with large bathtub and separate shower – 7 Soneva Fushi Villa Suites have their own private sea water pool -1 villa in this category includes Spa Suite. Soneva Fushi Villa Suite & Tree House Beach front villa with foyer entrance – Spacious bedroom with king-sized or twin beds – Additional sitting room with daybeds/sofas – Luxurious open-air private garden bathroom with water feature, large bathtub and separate shower – In-villa wine cellar – Private sea water pool Tree House A walkway leads from the villa to the tree house – Situated 2.5 meters above ground level – 1 bunk bed ( 2 singles) and 1 single bed – Small toilet with basin and W/C Balcony/ terrace. Retreat: Beach front villas, one on the sunrise and one on the sunset side 2 bungalows with two levels each. 1st villaEntrance hall with large walk in storage wardrobe Luxurious open-air private garden bathroom Large bathtub and separate shower Double sink unit with large overhanging mirror Spiral staircase in entrance Spacious bedroom with four poster king-sized bed Door from bedroom leads to gangway to adjoining villa In-villa wine cellar Outside Sea water pool Dining pavilion above the pool Spa Suite with steam room, gym and relaxation area 2nd Villa A large staircase from study leads down into hallway to main entrance On one side of hallway is a smaller bedroom suitable for a child or the nanny/maid which is equipped with a bed and separate bathroom Large sitting room with daybeds/sofas Large study, kitchen and in-villa wine cellar A gangway leads over the sitting room and continues into the dining pavilion. Jungle Reserve: A beach front villa with foyer entrance – Spacious bedroom with four poster king-sized bed – Luxurious open-air private garden bathroom, large bathtub and separate shower Sitting Room Large sitting room with two daybeds -Private outside sitting area with direct access to beach – Private sea water pool – Dining room with 4 chairs – In-villa wine cellar Tree House A walkway leads from the villa to the tree house – Situated 2.5 meters above the ground level – 1 bunk bed (2 singles) and 1 single bed – Small toilet with basin and WC – Balcony/terrace Other Facilities - Spa suite with private treatment room, gym and steam room. Spa Suite – Spa Suite is attached to 1 villa from each villa types apart from Rehendi and one Bedroom Crusoe Suite Couples treatment room, massage beds and stereo system with surround sound speakers Bathroom with blitz shower and steam generator – Gym with 2 yoga mats, 2 fit-balls, 2 therabands, 2 exertubes, dumbbells, elliptical machine, weighing scale refrigerator and relaxation area with daybed with a supplement.

Beach description

Palm fringed, white sandy beach surrounding the island.

WOW facts

Enjoy dinner in the treetops at the Fresh in the Garden restaurant and then follow the elevated walkway to the observatory for an amazing view of the universe with the resident astronomer. A truly other worldly experience.

Villas with cadjan roofs are built using sustainable materials like bamboo and have candlelit private pools. “You can seek out other people or stay completely alone.” The six restaurants serve everything from Peruvian-Japanese fusion to homemade ice cream. “A private concierge works every day to make you happy.” Stargazers frequent the resort’s observatory. ( more photos)