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MaldivesSpend the day trailing between the sun, the sand and the sea with the magnificent Indian Oceanright at your doorstep. This mere thought of heading to the Maldives is enough to create a senseof excitement in many. The journey is an adventure in itself – the view of the endless ocean as theplane lands, the sea plane or speedboat transfer to your resort and the walk along the jetty toyour blissful holiday.The Maldives is a chain of 26 atolls, spread over an estimated 90,000 km 2 in the Indian Ocean.While the administrative centre of the country is in Malé, most of the resorts in Maldives eachoccupy an island itself, so you are guaranteed exclusivity and privacy. From here on, we let thepictures speak for themselves, as we showcase three of the resorts in Maldives.The jetty to bliss– Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru.The splendid view ofVabbinfaru Island from the air.16The Beachfront Pool Villa (Left) and the Oceanview Pool Villa (Right), both measuring 110sqm, is an intimate enclaveof tropical living, with unparalleled privacy in a walled garden, which comprises a sundeck, pool, jet pool, outdoorand indoor shower and a recessed sitting area perfect for a lazy afternoon lounging on the sundeck.
MaldivesWatch the turtles and stingraysbeing fed in the evenings at theMarine Lab, which also offersweekly marine biology classes.Sunset Jetty: Lounge in style at thejetty and watch the sky light up inbrilliant colours as the sun sets.Angsana VelavaruWedding Celebrations: Tiethe knot with your belovedon a secluded sandbanksurrounded by turquoise watersunder the clear Maldivian sky.Adventurous couples can optfor an underwater celebrationto seal their union surroundedby the vibrant marine life.Escape to a world of your own withthe Sandbank Dining experience.Arrive by speedboat and beushered to a table of gourmetdelights and champagne, withonly the moon and torcheslighting your feast.Banyan Tree VabbinfaruLocated within the North Malé Atoll, BanyanTree Vabbinfaru is a 20-minute speedboat ridefrom Malé International Airport. Surroundedby a white powdery beach are 48 elegantvillas, nestled on the coral atoll. Each villa hasa bedroom with an open terrace, landscapedgarden and a private sundeck. Other featuresinclude an outdoor pool and jet pool in aprivate garden, outdoor and indoor showers,an outdoor living pavilion, 32” flat screen TV,entertainment system and much more. If spaceand privacy are on the top of your wish list, theVabbinfaru Pool Villa is highly recommendedwith its extended sundeck and additionaloutdoor jet pool near recessed sitting area,perfect for a lazy afternoon.When you manage to pluck yourself awayfrom the creature comforts of your villa, thereare other facilities around the resort for yourenjoyment as well. There’s retail therapy atthe Banyan Tree Gallery, which showcasesindigenous arts and crafts, body and beautytreatments at the Banyan Tree Spa, indoorgames such as volleyball and table tennis, andoutdoor diving and water sports activities atthe PADI 5 Star Gold Palm Dive Centre.Affectionately known as the “Turtle Island”, the113-villa Angsana Velavaru is located in thepristine South Nilandhe Atoll and is accessibleby a 40-minute seaplane ride from MaléInternational Airport. Set amidst the VelavaruLagoon with spectacular views and directaccess to the Indian Ocean are 79 Island Villas,with private beachfronts at your doorstep and34 InOcean Pool Villas, an exclusive cluster oftwo-storey overwater villas positioned at theedge of the reef, one kilometre away from theisland of Velavaru, a first in the Maldives.The Island Villas,featuring privatebeachfronts.With a “101 things to do, no lagoon likeit” tagline, you will be spoilt for choice themoment the seaplane touches down onVelavaru island. But if you can’t decide onwhich activity, there’s the list of choice picksThe spectacular view of VelavaruIsland from the seaplane.17
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