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Adaaran Select Hudhuranfushi

15 September 2011


Hudhuranfushi literally means the island of white gold in the local language Dhivehi. Discover a paradise hidden away in plain sight where the sun rises painting the skies in rich orange hues and the gentle waves of the Indian Ocean caress the shore with grace. Set in 83 acres of surprisingly lush tropical beach property near Kani Beach on Lhohifushi Island the resort’s design enables it to snuggle into its surroundings reinforcing the impression of a quiet village whose shores are lapped by the azure waters of the Indian Ocean, a haven of tranquility.

Location
North – Male’ Atoll, Maldives
The ride from the international airport will take approximately 25 minutes by speedboat.

Accommodation at Adaaran Select Hudhuranfushi 
Complete with 137 air conditioned and well appointed Beach and Ocean villas with wonderful views, an outdoor pool, a white sandy private beach, tennis court, children’s play area, a spa with varied treatments and fitness Centre are some of the resorts many impressive features. Guests can avail themselves of recreational activities including snorkeling to view the rich and diverse marine life, wind surfing, canoeing and indoor sports. Mid night fishing, photo cruises where spinner dolphins can be spotted are activities of a more exciting nature.

Beach Villas
Beach Villas are located along the outline of the atoll with prime beach frontage. They offer convenient access to the beckoning sea and are within easy reach of the hotel facilities. Equipped with a variety of modern amenities, Beach Villas offers spacious accommodation for the guest at Adaaran Select Hudhuranfushi. All Beach Villas are equipped with contemporary amenities and elegant furnishings and décor complimented by tropical themes. Splendid interior designs complement the amber hues of the breathtaking sunsets that greet you at dusk will no doubt be the highlight of an ideal day in paradise.

In – Room Facilities Include: Air Conditioning, Mini Bar, Satellite Television, Telephone with IDD Facility, Tea/Coffee Maker, In Room Safe and Baby Cots.

Ocean Villas
Walk along a dark wooden causeway into the enticing waters upon which lay our distinct thatched roof Ocean Villas. Featuring wooden exteriors with modernist interiors, each retreat is complimented by bright colors and contemporary design. All villas feature modern amenities with all encompassing views of the open sea along with direct access stairways you will feel the urge to bask in the clear waters for hours. Step out of your plush king sized bed and sink your feet into the warm water for an invigorating morning swim then find the perfect spot on the white sandy beach to soak up the sun.

In – Room Facilities Include: Air Conditioning, Mini Bar, Satellite Television, Telephone with IDD Facility, Tea/Coffee Maker and In Room Safe

Restaurants & Bars at Adaaran Select Hudhuranfushi
Banyan Restaurant (Main Dining)-It is serving buffet style meals with a wide variety of food ranging from traditional Maldivian to western cuisines to savor the taste of global traveller. Be amazed at eye-catching performances that take place at the action kitchen. Watch closely as the flames dance around the wok to create a mouth-watering presentation. A splendid selection of wines and other beverages are available at the Banyan Restaurant to complement the meals offered. Sample the fresh local produce and the scintillating variety of seafood offered at the restaurant. Discover an explosion of natural tastes by trying out some of the finest tropical fruits you have tasted.

Lohis Bar – Behold the captivating views of the horizon as you sample the tantalizing beverage list served at the Lohis Bar. Sheltered by coconut leaves and with the powdery white sand at your feet, discover the perfect location from which you can be graced by the breathtaking sunsets synonymous with Maldives travel. Setting the tone for a quiet drink, the Lohis Bar at Adaaran Select Hudhuranfushi is just the place for a drink with your loved one. Let time slow down as you share a priceless moment with that special someone with an amazing backdrop of a dazzling sunset.

Hiyala Bar – Enjoy an invigorating cocktail by the pool at Hiyala Bar where the fresh breeze keeps the mood on a high note. Enjoy the healing touch of the tropical sun while you relax and soak in the pleasant atmosphere. Taste the enticing flavors of our rich beverage list and fall in love with the captivating surroundings of the island. Gather around with your newfound friends for a drink by the beach to share some memories and a laugh. Have a spicy snack while you sip on a glass of red wine or a tongue tingling cocktail. Let the gentle breeze heighten your senses and elevate you to cap off a memorable evening.

Sunset Restaurant (A la carte’) – Perched on a deck overlooking the island’s scenic harbor the Sunset Restaurant offers an exceptional fine dining experience featuring an impressive a la carte menu studded with world-class delicacies and views of stunning sunsets and the changing phases of the ocean. Thoughtfully designed to highlight the stunning sunsets this elegant restaurant is ideal for any special occasion. Presenting an ideal setting for a romantic dining experience, the Sunset Restaurant at Adaaran Select Hudhuranfushi creates an alluring setting highlighted by its simple yet charming interior and splendid views that stretch out into the open ocean.

Spa at Adaaran Select Hudhuranfushi
Let the practices of traditional therapeutic methods naturally purify both body and mind to formulate a purifying spa experience enhanced by the relaxing atmosphere of the lush surroundings. Expose yourself to a myriad of cleansing and rejuvenating treatments offered by Coconut Spa. Experience an incomparable sense of tranquility as you feel the healing touch of our experienced therapists. Liberate your senses with our unique range of massages that utilize the use of several conventional therapeutic techniques in addition to Warm Stone Massage Therapy, Black Stone Massage Therapy, Sea Shell Massage Therapy among others.

Basic Massages On the Menu: Discovery Massage, Balinese Traditional Massage, Head, Back and Shoulders Massage, Back and Stones Massage, Warm Stones Massage, Shiatsu, Swedish Massage, Four Hands Massage, Sea Shell Massage

Resort Facilities:
Look forward to a holiday that exceeds your expectations at Adaaran Select Hudhuranfushi. Find comfort in the lap of unwavering luxury and exceptional facilities amongst the paradise islands of Maldives.

Guest facilities at Adaaran Select Hudhuranfushi: Laundry service, 24-hour porter service, Hotel doctor (Italian speaking), Safe at reception, Photocopying services, Cyber café, Tennis including floodlit tennis, Table tennis, Badminton, Football, Water polo, Beach volleyball, Beach football, Excursions, Shopping arcade, Deep-sea fishing, Wind surfing, Snorkeling, Scuba diving, Surf jets, Water skiing, Diving, Sun chairs, Spa and Reflexology Centre.

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Conrad Maldives Rangali Island

15 September 2010


Barefoot luxury at the award-winning Conrad Maldives Rangali Island resort is set on two private islands among miles of idyllic white-sand beach and unspoilt reef, you will arrive the island in style in a seaplane over the lagoon, dine in the world’s first all-glass, undersea restaurant,  you can be fully pampered before you dine on delectable cuisine beneath the waves, surrounded by fluttering fish and rays and indulge in luxurious spa therapies.

Rooms
150

Airport transfer time
25 minutes by seaplane.

Location
South Ari Atoll.

Facilities
Three bars and seven restaurants, including the unique underwater restaurant (pre-booking recommended) and ‘Wine Cellar’. An infinity pool and children’s pool, and also an ‘adults only’ quiet zone with an infinity pool and grill restaurant and lounge on Rangali Island. Enjoy tennis, the fitness centre, spa retreat and second overwater spa, free non-motorized waters-ports and diving centre. Kids spa treatments also available.

Accommodation
150 superb villas with air-conditioning, ceiling fan, telephone, CD/DVD player, television, espresso machine, minibar, iPod connections and terrace.

Beach villas (150 square meters) are on the main island with outdoor pavilion and open-air shower. Water villas (74 square meters) are overwater with bath. All Water villas are located on Rangali Island with free daily cocktails 5pm-6pm. Deluxe Beach (covers 300 square meters) villas are spacious with private plunge pool. Spa Water Villas Up to 500 metres out to sea, the Spa Water Villas are the perfect retreat, with their secluded setting where the therapeutic sound of lapping waves soothes and de-stresses. Spa Packages are available. Superior water villas (74 square meters) with outdoor jacuzzi.

Restaurants & Bars
Atoll Market Place – With sand floors and Lagoon views. Sample different cuisines from eight specialist kitchens. Ithaa Undersea Restaurant – The world’s first all glass undersea restaurant. Open daily for lunch at 1230, dinner at 1830 both set menus and a-la-carte, sample Maldivian-Western fusion cuisine.

Swimming Pools
There is a separate pool for children.

Beach description
Beautiful white sand beaches surround both islands

Children’s club
Majaa Kids’ Club

WOW fact
Dining in the extraordinary underwater restaurant ‘Ithaa’ eating the most delicious food while a real life aquarium surrounds you. (see more photos of Conrad Maldives Rangali IslandREQUEST A QUOTE 


Soothe your senses on the romantic, teardrop shaped island of Iru Fushi. With its evocative fringe of brilliant sands and aquamarine lagoon, this is the very epitome of Maldivian tranquillity combined with the comprehensive hospitality of a Hilton resort.

Rooms
150

Airport transfer time
scenic 45 minutes by seaplane.

Location
Nestled amid 52 acres of powdery white sands and verdant vegetation, on the unspoiled Noonu Atoll.

Facilities
Enjoy memorable dining at one of four delectable restaurants including a beachfront grill and an enchanting overwater Asian restaurant. Stroll the island’s idyllic shores along impossibly white and powdery sands, perhaps refreshing afterwards with a dip in the resort’s sparkling infinity pool. Active souls can enjoy some fabulous diving as well as a range of land and water based sports activities, whilst the tranquil surrounds of the Iru Fushi Spa are available for those inclined towards further indulgence and serenity.

Accommodation
The 150 spacious villas exude a crisp, modern tropical style and feature air-conditioning, minibar, flat-screen television, internet connection, an i-spa bath (jet bath with iPod docker) and an expansive, furnished terrace.
Beach villas have a private courtyard with i-spa bath, gazebo and outdoor rain showers.Water villas are perched above the calm lagoon waters with glass floor panels. The indulgent Infinity water villas are more spacious with an expansive split-level private deck featuring a lava stone infinity pool. For added seclusion, Horizon water villas enjoy a particularly peaceful setting and their own Jacuzzi.

Restaurants & Bars
Flavour – Fine dinning restaurant serving authentic Asian, tapas-style menu and Far Eastern taste set over the edge of the water. The Trio – Mediterranean, Middle Eastern and Asian Dishes, restaurant is located over the stunning lagoon. Islanders Grill for a la cate menu in individual pavilions to savor freshly caught grilled seafood. Iru Restaruant – all day buffet dinning with live cooking stations. Waters Edge – situated along the beach with views of the lagoon offering signature cocktails, specialty coffee and Maldivian high tea also is available or simply have an ice cream and enjoy a variety of night entertainment, from Maldivian traditional dance to movie-night.

Swimming Pools
Fluid – free form main pool offers selection of delicious fresh juices, smoothies and cocktails, or why not indulge in ice cold beer. Reflection – Infinity edge pool with sun loungers and Reflections Bar. freshly squeezed juice, flavored ice tea, fresh seafood, Asian fare, including large seafood skewers, grill fish, gourmet salads and sates presented on a mini charcoal grill.

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Komadoo beach villa

Resort Overview

Komandoo Maldives Island Resort is located in one of the world’s most beautiful areas. A peaceful, relaxed and intimate resort island, well placed for 45 fabulous dive sites and pure, undisturbed escapism with a wonderful sense of style. The emphasis is very much on the individual. Spacious and tastefully designed Villas with all modern amenities overlooking the clear turquoise lagoons. Many return to this pretty island year after year.

Rooms

65

Airport transfer time

Approx. 40 minutes transfer by seaplane.

Location

On the northwestern reef of the Lhaviyani Atoll.

Facilities

The island is 110 yards wide and 545 yards long, set in a stunning lagoon, with a colorful house reef for snorkeling and numerous dive sites within an hour by boat. The restaurant overlooks the ocean, with a deck on stilts over the water, choose RB up to gold All Inclusive option. There’s a small spa and jacuzzi, PADI diving school, windsurfing, canoes, and catamaran sailing tuition.

Accommodation

65 villas on the island and overwater, each with air-conditioning, minibar, telephone, CD player, tea and coffee making facilities and shower.

Beach villas have a wooden terrace overlooking the beach. Jacuzzi beachfront villas have a private garden with outdoor jacuzzi bath and daybed. Beach Villas and Jacuzzi beach villas are newly refurbished. Water villas are on stilts overwater, with flat-screen television, DVD/CD player, jacuzzi bath, sun-deck and steps down to the sea.

Restaurants

Aqua – A’la carte restaurant built on stilts above the water overlooking the ocean,

Beach description

White sandy beach

WOW fact

Arriving at the jetty at Komandoo, removing your shoes and feeling the soft powder sand between your toes is totally heaven. (see more photos of this resort)

Kuredu Island Resort

3 September 2010

Golf Club in Kuredu

Resort Overview

Fun, informal and particularly popular with divers, this established lively resort is one of the larger islands. Kuredu boasts a wide variety of recreational facilities and is within easy reach of 45 spectacular dive sites.

Rooms

373

Airport transfer time

40 minutes by seaplane from Male’ International Airport.

Location

In Lhaviyani Atoll.

Facilities

Restaurants, open-air bars with nightly entertainment. PADI centre with decompression chamber, windsurfing, catamaran, waterskiing and snorkeling. Swimming pools, fitness centre, two spas, tennis, table tennis, badminton, 6-hole golf pitch and putt course with driving range, entertainment centre and shop.

Accommodation

373 bungalows and villas, each with air-conditioning, ceiling fan, minibar, telephone, CD player, tea/coffee facilities, part open-air bathroom, shower, small terrace and view toward the sea. All villas also feature a flat screen television.

Garden bungalows are simply furnished and set back from the beach. Beach bungalows are as above and beachfront. Beach villas have superior furnishings, some with four-poster bed, located either on the southern side of the island or the majority in the ‘O’ resort in spacious villas on a coral beach.

Jacuzzi beach villas are located on either the east or west shores or the ‘O’ resort, have private garden and outdoor jacuzzi bath. Sangu water villas have private roofed deck and sun-deck, on stilts over the water.  The new Sultan pool villas are gorgeous, set back from the beach with private pool and spacious sun terrace. Open-air Sunset water suites are available on request.

Restaurants

Bonthi – Located within the main building, in the centre of the island and is the main buffet restaurant for the guests in Beach Bungalows and Garden Bungalows. It serves international and local cuisine on rotating theme nights chosen from around the world.

Beach description

White sandy beach. (see more photos of this resort)

Lily Beach Resort & Spa

Resort Overview

Lily Beach Resort: enjoyed a great reputation world-wide for its pristine beaches and lush tropical vegetation, and its exotic house-reef 3-10 meters away, and its location within the popular Ari Atoll of the Maldivian archipelago; boasting some of the most amazing and exclusive dive sites all-around. The new Lily Beach Resort & Spa At Huvahendhoo; upgraded to a 5-star luxury product with its All-new ‘Platinum Plan’ adds a whole new level to the traditional Maldivian holiday experience; Affordable Luxury in the Maldives!

Location

Huvahendhoo Island, situated on the south-east of Ari Atoll in the Maldives

Airport transfer time

25-minute scenic flight by Sea Plane from Male’ International Airport

Number of Rooms

119 Villas

Accommodations

Visually, a fusion of contemporary style and elegance sophisticatedly combined with traditional Maldivian aesthetics; serve to provide with a wholesome and luxurious island accommodation experience.Only natural materials are used for all its Villas as well as Public areas. The final product is a fusion of contemporary design and local architecture. It is a wonderful combination of wood, different kinds of natural stones and modern design, which blend in creatively with the natural surroundings of the island.

Sunset Water Suites (4 Suites) Villa Size: 182m 2

Individually designed and ultra-private, these Grand Water Suites on the western lagoon side of the island are truly the pride of the resort, each with its own individual butler service catering to your every whim. They offer uncompromising views of the ocean with an amazing private deck and direct lagoon access. A combination of natural wood flooring and white marble in the bathrooms, a four-poster king-sized bed, an oversized day-bed, a 14 square meter. Jacuzzi Pool and 42” LCD flat screen TV.Fully air-conditioned, along with ceiling fan, coffee/tea/espresso making facilities, safe, free internet access, CD/DVD player, satellite TV. Truly the ultimate ‘over-water’ living delight!

Deluxe Water Villas (36 Villas) Villa Size: 126m 2

Romantic and very private; with a distance of 15-feet between each villa, these villas are aesthetically appointed with a single piece hand-crafted standalone bathtub with Jacuzzi and an additional medium-sized Jacuzzi pool on the deck offering a fantastic view of the entire lagoon and direct access to the lagoon. A combination of natural wood flooring and white marble flooring in the bathroom, a 4 poster king-sized bed, an over-sized day bed, 7 square meters Jacuzzi Pool and 42” LCD flat screen. Villas are fully air-conditioned, along with ceiling fan, coffee/tea/espresso making facilities, safe, free internet access, CD/DVD player, satellite TV. A complete ‘over-water’ living experience!

Lagoon Villas (16 Villas) Villa Size: 90m 2

Spacious self-contained villas, half over the water, are appointed with natural wood flooring and stone flooring in the bathroom, king-sized 4 poster beds, an oversized day bed and 29” LCD flat screen TV. All these villas have direct access to the lagoon from their private decks. Villas are fully air-conditioned, along with ceiling fan, coffee/tea/espresso making facilities, safe, free internet access, CD/DVD player, satellite TV.

Beach Villas (57 Villas) Villa Size: 68m 2

Nestled along the shores of pristine beaches, elegant and smartly designed villas with natural wood flooring in the bedroom and stone flooring in the spacious open air bathroom, a queen-sized bed, vibrant color schemes, and an day bed and 29” LCD flat screen. Villas are fully air-conditioned, along with ceiling fan, coffee/tea/espresso making facilities, safe, free internet access, CD/DVD player, satellite TV.

Beach Family Villas (6 Villas) Villa Size: 136m 2

6-sets of two interconnecting rooms with full amenities.

Restaurants & Bars

Lily Maa: The main restaurant, an open sided restaurant with sand floors and views of the lagoon, showcase some of the finest cuisine served in the Maldives. The experienced International Chef, will conjure up a wonderful variety of ‘world cuisine’, offering expansive buffets, aesthetically set-up. Two open-cooking stations add variety to a sumptuous and relaxed dining experience. Tamarind is the A La Carte restaurant offering Indian and Chinese fusion cuisine, with a romantic & distinctive fine dining experience with signature dishes, specially created by the Executive Chef and a wonderful selection of wines to go with. (Tamarind is not part of the Platinum Plan – however each guest is entitled to one á la carte fine dining dinner experience during stay.Informal and lively The Spirit is the ideal spot for chilling out… Sand floors, vibrant color schemes, and day loungers, tastefully selected lounge music, and makes it a very exciting and inviting location of the resort to spend your fun filling evenings…from 09.00 am – until 01.00 am

Facilities

Tamara Spa

Amidst all this fun and frolic, our over-water spa pavilions are designed to be sanctuaries for the inner self – to refresh and rejuvenate your spirit as well as your physical being. Tamara presents a holistic journey, touching you body, soul and mind and transporting you to a haven of self-reflection of re-discovery!

Diving with Ocean Pro

With exceptional dive sites in the area Lily Beach has access to more than 40 dive sites. “Ocean Pro” Dive Centre offer theory & practical lessons (English, German, Japanese and French) by a professional European Team of colleagues with knowledge of the best dive sites and wrecks within the vicinity and afar…A choice for everyone, beginners to advance, and all courses are conducted by PADI standards. Children 8-11 years can enjoy the Bubble-makers course.

Kids Club – Turtles

Make the youngest clients’ vacation – an absolute delight, Turtles at Huvahendhoo, offers a variety of kids club programs to make their holiday, fun-filled, adventurous & exciting…A creative and experienced team of professionals are on hand to assist with wide choice of activities – both indoors and outdoors.

Evening Entertainment: – Live music, traditional local music, disco, night fishing, traditional cultural variety shows, and beach games. During the Day: An up-to-date gymnasium, a full-fledged water sports centre equipped with all non-motorized activities including canoeing, windsurfing, catamaran sailing, as well as motorized sports such as fun-tube riding and banana boat rides (all lessons are chargeable) a flood-lit tennis court, table tennis, dart, carom, billiards/pool, beach volleyball, island hopping, big game fishing, sunrise fishing, snorkeling safari. Other Facilities include: Fully equipped Dive Centre: Ocean Pro Internet Café.

Swimming Pools

2 Fresh Water Swimming Pools with Bar.

What’s Included in a Platinum Plan?

All Premium brands of Alcohol, Beer & Liqueur in main bar – The Spirit, Unlimited Cocktails & Signature drinks. variety of fine quality red/white/rosé wines, Collection of sparkling wines, Mini-bar Access: Mini-bar will be maintained regular supply of beer, wine, soft drinks, mineral water, and some nic-nacs. Combination of á la carte and sumptuous buffet breakfast and lunch PLUS fine dining dinner experiences at the main restaurant – Lily Maa. Mid afternoon snacks with fresh juices & cold towels served at the Bars and Pool areas • Evening snacks (Maldivian, Indian, hot/cold canapés by the pool with tea/coffee/fresh juices/mineral water) One á la carte fine dining dinner experience at our Specialty Restaurant Tamarind once during stay per person. Variety of fresh fruit juices, soft drinks, mineral water. Daily supply of 2 bottles of mineral water in all villas. Four brands of cigarettes during stay. Internet access on the entire island including villas. Snorkeling equipment with fins for every guest. Visit to an uninhabited island & fishing villages once during stay with snacks, soft drinks and mineral water. Sunset fishing once during stay (weather permitting) Access to sports centre, tennis court, gymnasium, all indoor games, all non-motorized water- sports. Activity day once a week; various games, competitions, treasure hunts. DJ with disco/live music band thrice a week • Traditional Maldivian dance performed by locals once a week. Airport meet and greet on arrival and departure. Complimentary VIP lounge access at domestic Seaplane terminal of Maldivian Air Taxi . Various in-house surprises! (see more photos of this resort)

Meeru Island Resort

29 August 2010

Fresh water pools of Meeru Island.

Resort Overview

The sand floor bars and thatched open restaurants give a true ‘no news no shoes’ feel to this large island with a wide choice of facilities. ‘Meeru’ is superb, simple, natural yet stylish and incredibly popular, so early booking is recommended.

Rooms

286

Airport transfer time

55 minutes by boat or 20 minutes by seaplane

Location

In North Malé Atoll

Facilities

Two main restaurants – one north and one south, poolside coffee shop, à la carte floating yacht restaurant (seasonal), overwater Asian Wok restaurant and Hot Rock Restaurant and Bar, sand floor bars, occasional entertainment and internet café. Two Swimming pools (one with adjacent kids pool and one new pool for adults only), fitness centre, two spas (one over-water) , tennis, badminton, table tennis, volleyball, golf driving range and a new 9-hole pitch and putt golf course. Dive centre, snorkeling, windsurfing, catamaran sailing, canoes. Large boutique and shop. The house reef is reached by boat, and a host of excursions.

Accommodation

286 rooms, each with air-conditioning, ceiling fan, telephone, television, CD/DVD player, tea/coffee facilities, minibar, open-air shower, and terrace.
Garden rooms are simply furnished in single level terraces located in the interior of the island. Beach villas rooms are individual, beautifully furnished wooden bungalows with facilities as above, a semi open-air bathroom and a terrace enjoying views towards the beach/lagoon through foliage and trees. Jacuzzi beach villas with walled garden and outdoor jacuzzi. Water villas are on stilts straddling the water’s edge, with four-poster bed and sun-deck. Jacuzzi water villas are stylish overwater stilt villas reached by jetty with jacuzzi and espresso machine. Honeymoon suites are reached by small boat, available on request.

Restaurants & Bars

Farivalhu & Maalan – Two restaurants offer the same menu and service. Located at opposite ends of the island, guests will be allocated the restaurant depending on room number. Hungaanu – Coffee Shop – onboard a yacht anchored in the lagoon. The Dhoni Bar, on the beach beside the Dhoni Bar Pool; the Kakuni Bar, with sports bar facilities such as table tennis, billiards, snooker, table football, darts, chess, board games and color satellite TV coverage of international sporting events; the Club 1992 Bar aboard the Goma yacht anchored in the lagoon; the Uthuru Bar next to the Maalan Restaurant.

Swimming Pools

One swimming pool and sun terrace

Beach description

Beautiful white sand

Meeru Weddings

Meeru offers a wonderfully romantic setting from where to renew your wedding vows, flanked by soft sandy beaches and turquoise waters. The unique package includes guests leaving by traditional Phoni boat! RENEWAL OF VOWS PACKAGE INCLUDES a Bridal bouquet, decorated location, one hour make-up for the bride, Dhiffushi girls escort, Bodu Beru drums, guests leave by dhoni.

WOW fact.

Watching the sun setting whilst sipping an exotic cocktail, with the soft sand under your feet. (more photos)

Mirihi Island Resort

28 August 2010

Mirhi view from seaplane

Resort Overview

Mirihi island resort is one of the most unique small private luxury beach resort hotel in the Maldives. The term “Mirihi” refers to the small exquisite yellow flowers found around this beautiful island. It’s a small island specially catered for those looking for quiet and relaxing holiday vacation. No shoes no news island, perfect for couples and divers, with the best reefs for snorkeling and diving.

Location

On a secluded tropical island in the South Ari Atoll

Airport transfer time

A picturesque and breathtaking 30 minutes by seaplane from Male Airport.

Number of Rooms

36 Villas

Accommodations

Only 6 villas on the land of the island and the rest 30 villas over the water on the lagoon. All are equally designed, featuring designer furnishing, polished wooden floors, built on stilts over the blue lagoon.

Water Villas are tastefully appointed, built on stilts over the blue lagoon with king size or twin beds, air conditioning, ceiling fan, sitting area with CD stereo system and fully stocked minibar, Coffee and Espresso maker, IDD telephone and personal safe. A spacious, luxurious en-suite bathroom, overlooking the ocean through two large sliding glass doors. A private outside deck with balcony designed for privacy. Each Water Villa offers steps from the balcony for direct accesses to the Ocean, as well as a fresh water shower at the staircase. Beach Villas are well designed and spread over the island, featuring designer furnishing, polished wooden floors, king size or twin beds, air conditioning, ceiling fan, sitting area with CD stereo system and fully stocked minibar, Coffee and Espresso maker, IDD telephone and personal safe. The Beach Villas offer an oversized open-air bathroom with a luxurious fresh water shower as well as direct access to the beach.

Facilities

A Restaurant, Coffee Shop,  Over Water Restaurant & bar,  Spa & Gym,  Internet,  Scuba diving,  Windsurfing,  Canoeing,  catamaran sailing,  snorkeling,  Volley Ball,  Badminton, excursions to fishing village,  sunset fishing,  snorkeling trips, Deep Sea fishing, picnic on a desert island

Duniye Spa - For relaxation and pampering, the well trained therapists know how to relieve the stress from your body and relax your muscles. Choose from a large variety of treatments, ranging from a relaxing Swedish massage to traditional Thai treatments to various facials. Also offers Adam and Eve treatment, a special massage for couples followed by a bottle of Champagne on your private balcony.

Restaurants & Bars

Mirihi Island Maldives offers buffets and world-class a la carte restaurant to intimate private dining anywhere on the island and gives you a wide variety of superb cuisine to satisfy every appetite and occasion.

Dhonveli is the main restaurant with traditional sand floor and sumptuous buffet will amaze you each day. Serving three meals a day, you will find a combination of international specialties and local seafood. Catering to guests from all over the world, dishes are carefully selected to offer a wide variety and to guarantee sufficient choices even for longer staying guest. Muraka:  Enjoy an exotic cocktail while watching the dazzling sunset from the deck and stay for a romantic dinner. Muraka offers a wide range of a la carte choices including seafood such as lobster and there is a variety of international wines to choose from. Whether it is a special occasion or you just wish to treat your loved ones, Muraka is the perfect choice. Anba Bar: This well stocked bar is open everyday from morning till late and serves light snacks during the day. Live music and other special events are offered occasionally.

Diving

Mirhi island dive center offers PADI certification courses of all levels. Over 40 world class dive sites are in this area.

WOW facts

Walk barefoot on this special island blessed with white talc beaches or swim in the turquoise blue waters of the most amazing house-reefs, feels like nature flirting with you, truly a vision of paradise on earth. A romantic dinner on the tip of the island, have your ‘feet-in-the-water’ for breakfast, enjoy a bottle of champagne while watching the last rays of the sun aboard a private boat. (more photos)

One&Only – Reethi Rah

25 August 2010

Grand Water Villa

Resort Overview

Reethi Rah’ meaning beautiful island. And the name almost says it all…for the white sand coves and turquoise bays are enhanced by One&Only’s grand chic, very private and sublimely luxurious resort. One&Only Maldives at Reethi Rah inspires extraordinary journeys for the soul.

Rooms

130

Airport transfer time

75 minutes by luxury yacht.

Location

One&Only Reethi Rah is one of the largest islands in North Malé atoll.

Facilities

Toes-in-the-sand and overwater restaurants, eastern tapas and poolside snacks. Two swimming pools, fitness centre, tennis, table tennis, beach volleyball, diving, sailing, windsurfing and pedalos. One&Only Spa with steam-rooms, saunas and yoga pavilion. Complimentary supervised KidsOnly and teenagers’ club.

Accommodation

130 spacious villas, each with either a secluded area of shore or a private deck over the lagoon, air-conditioning, flatscreen television, telephone, bath and shower, and terrace with table, seating area and sun bed. Beach villas are as above, some with private plunge pool. Duplex beach villas some with pool. Water villas, are built on stilts over the lagoon, with sun-deck.
One and two bedroom Grand beach villas and Grand water villas available on request.

Restaurants & Bars

Fanditha – healthy but filling chargrills and salads. Open for dinner and special functions only. Rah Bar – an all day menu of healthy salads, wraps and snacks. In the evening, it becomes a vibrant cocktail bar. Reethi Restaurant – An impressive à la carte. Tapasake -is a five star Japanese speciality restaurant.

Swimming Pools

One lap pool for adults only and a free form shaped swimming pool for adults and children, both next to the Reethi Restaurant. One children’s pool at the Kids Club.

Beach description

With 6 km of white sand coastline. The house reef is an ideal place for snorkeling, located 20 meters from the shore line.

WOW fact

Pamper yourself by a private butler, burry your toes in sand while lying down on a hammock and sipping your favorite cocktail or indulge yourself with a spa  treatment from the award winning One&Only Spa are totally out of this wold experiences. (more photos)

Infinity pool of Olhuveli Beach & Spa Resort

Resort Overview

Set in a shallow lagoon, Olhuveli is perfect for those who wish to swim, snorkel or partake in water sports. Stretches of soft white sand encompass this lively island and the sumptuous treatments at the spa will renew you in mind, body and spirit.

Rooms

134

Airport transfer time

45 minutes by speedboat from Male’ Airport.

Location

South Malé Atoll.

Facilities

A mile of white sands, main buffet restaurant over water, two à la carte restaurants, Island Pizza, two pools – one with infinity edge, poolside bars, coffee-shop, evening entertainment, children’s pool, water-sports available in the large shallow lagoon, Gold Palm PADI dive centre, badminton, floodlit tennis, table tennis, beach volleyball, dart, board games, fitness centre, tropical spa with steam-bath, sauna, jacuzzi and beauty salon, private karaoke/TV room, cybercafé with library, souvenir/ jewelry shop and in-house doctor with clinic. A wide range of excursions available.

Scuba diving

Gold Palm PADI dive centre.

Accommodation

134 rooms and Water villas with air-conditioning, telephone, tea/coffee facilities, minibar, television, kingsize bed (four-poster double in Deluxe rooms and Deluxe water villas) and balcony or terrace.

Deluxe rooms in bi-level blocks of four. Beach villas have individual rooms, beach view and open-air bathroom. Deluxe water villas are overwater with sitting area, CD player and private sun-deck. Jacuzzi water villas with open-air jacuzzi. Honeymoon water villas with separate living room, Jacuzzi, steam cubicle and large sun-deck. Presidential Water Suite – The height of luxury for those seeking paradise. Situated at the far end, where the two footbridges meet, the suite with complete privacy and an un-paralleled view. The spectacular glass walled living room provides stunning views of the surroundings. The Suite is fitted with the finest furnishing and amenities, combining modern design classics and traditional Maldivian architecture. The suite comprises 2 king-size bedrooms with four-poster beds, a luxury en-suite bathroom with designer amenities and a kitchenette. Outside on the double leveled timber deck is a private plunge pool, open air Jacuzzi and chaise lounges. A staircase from the second level, leads into the lagoon below.

Restaurants

Sunset Restaurant: Over the water serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Fusion of Asian, local and international. Lagoon Restaurant: Fine dining with a selected line of international cuisine. Sakura: An Asian fusion specialty restaurant built over water.

Swimming Pools

Main swimming pool, infinity pool and kids pool

Beach description

White sand.

Spa and beauty

Sun Spa – Encompassing the Five Element Theory; Wood, Fire, Metal, Earth & Water and the healing practices of traditional Ayurveda, each spa experience takes you on a journey through the cycle of nature. Eight deluxe treatment pavilions complete with open shower, garden, luxurious spa bath and individually selected spa music. Other facilities within the complex include reception, a manicure / pedicure facial room, beauty and hair salon, boutique, separate wet areas for men and women including sauna, steam, Jacuzzi, Turkish bath and chilled plunge pools. (more photos)