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Maldives Luxury Holidays
"The Maldives is a perfect holiday retreat destination with each island offer total Luxury and comfort. There truly is no better place to relax"
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Things to do and see
ANANTARA DHIGU RESORT AND SPA
Located on South Male Atoll, within a tranquil lagoon, this beautiful resort offers a private sanctuary of stunning beachfront villas and overwater suites, with sweeping ocean views, open-air bathrooms, private terraces and endless white sands. Indulgent spa treatments, a range of restaurants providing superb dining and a wealth of water sport activities are also on offer including a PADI dive centre. Days can be as leisurely or as active as you choose. Transfer time is 35 minutes by speedboat from Male International Airport.....
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ANGSANA VELAVARU
Lying amongst the secluded waters of Dhaalu Atoll, this exclusive resort offers some of the most unspoilt dive sites on the archipelago. Comprising 84 superbly appointed bungalows it combines traditional design with luxury, whilst a range of water sports activities including a dive centre, an excellent spa perfect for pampering the body, mind and soul and a choice of dining options offering Asian and Mediterranean cuisine are also available. Transfer time is 45 minutes by seaplane from Male International Airport.....
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BANYAN VELAA CRUISE
These classic cruises, aboard a traditional 30 metre double-masted Turkish gulet, recapture a time of true romance and adventure. With 6 en suite cabins and levels of quite impeccable service, these unique maritime adventures offer a range of one, two and three night packages, that afford an opportunity to enjoy intimate encounters with the rich marine life inhabiting these seas, as well as experiencing some exquisite dining opportunities amidst the tranquil landscapes of this tropical paradise.....
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CINNAMON ALIDHOO
Incorporating an exquisite blend of traditional materials, tasteful interiors and refined elegance, this property offers a range of beach bungalows and villas that boast open-plan bathrooms, timber floors, thatched roofs and Jacuzzi’s, with views across either the lagoon or ocean. Affording the ultimate in idyllic luxury, other facilities include a choice of excellent restaurants, an indulgent Mandara Spa and dive centre. Transfer is 50 minute flight from Male International Airport to Hanimadhoo domestic airport followed by 15 minutes by speedboat.....
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HILTON MALDIVES RESORT & SPA
Spread across the two islands of Rangali and Rangalifinolhu, the Hilton Maldives Resort & Spa is located in the South Ari Atoll, approximately 90 kilometres southwest of Male and reached by a 30-minute flight by seaplane. This newly renovated resort offers 150 villas either on the beach with views of the ocean or built on stilts over the water. All rooms are beautifully furnished and fitted with modern amenities. There is a choice of restaurants and bars and leisure facilities include swimming pool, fitness room, jogging track and tennis court. The luxurious Chiva-Som-managed Spa offers luxurious relaxation.Water sports, fishing, diving and snorkelling are also available.....
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KURUMBA
A resort of distinction, Kurumba combines traditional Maldivian design with sumptuous elegance and superior service. Its 180 bungalows and spacious villas offer wooden interiors and exquisite bathrooms with an outdoor shower, combined with the most luxurious and modern of amenities, an indulgent spa providing a range of relaxing treatments, no fewer than 9 restaurants and water sport facilities including a PADI dive centre. Transfer time is 10 minutes by speedboat from Male International Airport.....
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MEDHUFUSHI
A new 5-star property set amidst the remote beauty of the Meemu Atoll, this luxurious resort features a range of villas and water bungalows offering a true Maldivian experience. Each of the 125 beautifully appointed rooms offer spacious and private comfort, featuring wooden decks, open-air bathrooms and an exceptional range of modern amenities. Superb dining experiences, full recreational amenities and traditional entertainment are also available. Transfer time is 40 minutes by seaplane from Male International Airport.....
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MEERU ISLAND RESORT
One of the more remote islands in the North Male Atoll, Meeru offers stylishly furnished rooms, suites and villas, some with private outdoor Jacuzzis, breathtaking sea views and 4-poster beds. Other facilities include a dazzling range of dining experiences, traditional spa treatments, a gift shop and a superb selection of water-based options including ‘big game’ fishing and a PADI dive centre. Transfer time is 60 minutes by speedboat from Male International Airport.....
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SONEVA FUSHI & SIX SENSES SPA
For that true island experience, the remote Baa Atoll is home to the luxurious Soneva Fushi. Surrounded by a coral lagoon, the 65 residences are set amidst private gardens, with beautiful rustic furnishings and a feel of true seclusion. Facilities include a range of water sport activities including a dive centre and a Six Senses Spa. The cuisine and wine cellar are also amongst the finest in the Maldives. Transfer time is 30 minutes by seaplane from Male International Airport.....
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SONEVA GILI & SIX SENSES SPA
Located on the island of Lankanfushi, Soneva Gili’s exclusive 45 spacious villas promise the ultimate in luxury and privacy, with each suite built and elegantly designed to offer the best in personal indulgence and modern convenience. Facilities also include a variety of water sports as well as a PADI dive centre, a Six Senses Spa offering a wide range of relaxing treatments and some quite exceptional dining options. Transfer time is 20 minutes by speedboat from Male International Airport.....
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TAJ CORAL REEF
The Taj Coral Reef offers you the ideal combination of all the comforts of a first class resort, yet in a truly a pristine, natural setting. Its 30 garden villas have direct access to the beach and there are 35 lagoon villas built on stilts with private sun deck overlooking the turquoise waters of the lagoon. Recreation facilities include a swimming pool, jacuzzi, fitness centres, dive school and watersports centre. The resort has 2 restaurants.....
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TAJ EXOTICA RESORT & SPA
The Taj Exotica Resort & Spa is located on Emboodhu Finolhu in the South Male Atoll, about 15 minutes by speedboat from Male. The 62 villas have been recently refurbished and redesigned. All are fully equipped with a private bar, media centre with 42" LCD satellite TV, hairdryer and inroom safe. All lagoon villas have private sundecks with loungers and ladders leading into the lagoon, overlooking the sea. The Beach Villas have a private verandah on the beach front, hammocks, open air showers and sunbeds. Facilities include a swimming pool, dive school, watersports centre, bar and two restaurants.....
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Taj Coral Reef
The Taj Coral Reef has 65 en-suite rooms, of which 30 are Beach Villas, just a few feet from the shore, with mainly outside showers. All rooms are air-conditioned, with a TV, telephone, mini bar, safe and tea & coffee making facilities. There is one main restaurant which serves mainly buffet meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner and a speciality seafood restaurant. The hotel also offers a bar; library; shop, a dive-school offering a full range of activities, swimming pool and jacuzzi.....
Luxury Nile Cruising the Bales Way
Watch the inspirational video of life on board one of our exclusive and privately owned dahibiyya’s for a taste of Nile cruising at its most authentic and luxurious.