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MALDIVES
Lhaviyani Atoll
Noonu Atoll
Baa Atoll
Raa Atoll
North Malé Atoll
South Malé Atoll
Vaavu Atoll
Meemu Atoll
Laamu Atoll
Faafu Atoll
South Ari Atoll
North Ari Atoll
Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll
Haa Alifu Atoll
Shaviyani Atoll Haa Dhaalu Atoll
Rasdhoo Atoll
Thaa Atoll
Addu Atoll
South Nilandhe Atoll
The Holiday Factory is a little bit younger, a tad faster and has a refreshingly different approach to travel; this difference is reflected in the way we source and package our holidays, how we operate and ultimately in the way we service our travel agent partners. At The Holiday Factory we offer exceptional value for the following reasons:• Ourbonusoffersreallydoadduptosavings,it’swellworthdoingthemaths.
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Brochure Operations FirstAlbeitalmostallofustaketothewebtohelpplanourholidays,andourwebsiteisexceptionallycoolatwww.holidayfactory.co.za,thisbrochureoffersaquick,at-a-glanceoverviewofthebest value resorts,alltheimportanthotelfeatureshighlightedbytheiconsandourpersonalopinionsofwhyeachresorthasbeenselectedtofeatureinthisbrochure.
Factory Style SurfingTherearetravelwebsitesandthenthereiswww.holidayfactory.co.za.It’sinformativewithoutbeinginformationoverload,it’seasytonavigate,itlooksbeautifulandthesearchfunctionalityissuper-fastandverycomprehensive.ThesearchengineisspecificallydesignedtoallowyoutorapidlynarrowdownthehostofoptionsintheleastpossibletimeandfindtheproductsinTheFactorythatworkforyou.Solet’sgetsurfing!
Travel Tips from The Factory Floor•Plan,bookandpayforasmanyelementsofyourholidaybeforeyoutravel;transfers,tours,extrasetc.arefarmoreexpensivewhenyoubuythematyourdestination.
•BecauseSouthAfricaisnotthebiggesttourismmarketforacountry,accesstoinventoryisoftendifficultinpeakseasonssoitpaystobookasearlyaspossible.
•Whenitcomestopricing,pleaseunderstandthatweliveinacountrywhosecurrencyfluctuatesregularly,andoursuppliersarepronetochangingpricingfrequently.
•Weappreciatethatyourholidayisasubstantialinvestment,butpleaseseriouslyconsiderpurchasingcomprehensivetravelandmedicalinsurance–itreallydoesgiveyoupeaceofmind.
About MaldivesThe words ‘Island Paradise’ are bandied around often but, equally often, the destinations are nothing of the sort. And then you come to the Maldives and realise that all you have read was no exaggeration. For those who have never been, the Maldives are the closest to paradise it is possible to get; individual desert island atolls with perfect beaches and secluded and exclusive resorts nestling among the palm fronds.Thisispossiblythemostperfectchainoftropicalislandsintheworld;aseriesofatollseachwithdozensoftinysilk-sandedislandssproutingoutfromtheunbelievablyclearwaters,offeringexquisitedivingandsnorkelling,makesuptheMaldives.ItisthisgeographicalfeaturethatmakestheMaldivessospecial.Eachsmallislandplayshosttoaperfectlyformedresort,somesmallandintimateandsomelargerandmorevibey,reachedbyboatorseaplanetransferfromtheairport;oncethere,youshrugofftheclamouroftheoutsideworldandenterintotrueparadise.Someresortsareperfectforfamilies,someforromanticgetawaysoridyllichoneymoons;somearethedefinitionofhighluxurywhileothersaresuitableforshallowerpockets.Allwillappealtotheadventurerinyouwithunrivalledland-andwater-sports,withdivingthepiecederesistance;pristinereefsandaquaticmarinelifeseenthroughcrystal-clearwaters.Don’tthink,however,thatlifeisprimitive;quitethecontrary,allresortscatertothediscerningholidaymakerineveryrespectandyouwillhavetotravelfartoeat,drinkandplayaswellasyoudohere.Youwillfindapeaceandtranquillitythatcanonlybetrulyexperiencedbybeing‘marooned’onatropicalisland,awayfromthe“maddingcrowd”thatisyournormallife.Willyouwanttogohome?Probablynot.Willyouneedtoreturn?Nothinginlifehaseverbeenmorecertain.
Maldives
Let these icons guide you around the Atolls:
Surfing
Airport
DolphinsSpeedboat transfer
Whale shark spotting
Can be spotted in all Atolls
Seaplane transfer Sea Turtles
Manta RaysThe hotel star ratings indicated in this brochure are certified by the relevant hotels featured and are not necessarily equivalent to South African star gradings.
Perfect diving, perfect beaches, perfect accommodation and a perfect price; is Cocoon Maldives too good to be true? This brand new resort with Italian-designed interiors is affordable 5-star luxury for those looking for the ideal location for a romantic getaway, newlyweds looking for seclusion or families looking for fun and relaxation.
Theresortfeaturesanexpansivereceptionpavilion,threerestaurants,twobars,adivecentre,aspa,alounge,library,gymandkidsclub,inadditionto150Villasonthebeachorpoisedonstiltsinthelagoon.Cocoon’sdedicatedin-houseteamunderstand
me-time,butareequallyadeptatpickingupthepaceandarrangingmemorableadventures,bethesewatersports-pristinecoralreefsoffersomeofthebestdivingandsnorkellingintheMaldives-orfishingorculturalenrichmentexcursions.
Ifyourholidayisanescapefromtherealworld,theunbelievablelocation,reachedbyaseaplanetransfer,willmeltallyourworriesawayand,ifromanceisonthecards,nothingbeatsanintimatecandlelightdinnerrightonthebeachunderthestars-afterarefreshingdayofspoilingatSpaCocoon.
Cocoon Maldives
SnorkellingNon-motorised Water sportsRooms
150DivingHalf
BoardVilla
AccommodationMotorised
Water sportsAll
inclusiveDining
Options
3
KidsClubBabysitting Transfer
Time
30 mins
SeaplaneTransfer Spa WiFi House-
Reef
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Vilamendhoo is a scenic 25 minute seaplane transfer and it operates with a laid-back and relaxed philosophy.
Thereisthemostbeautifulhousereefjustoffthebeachsoyoucaneasilywalkouttoit,andyoushouldjustkickoffyourshoesandfeelthesilkysoftsandbetweenyourtoes.Thereare4restaurants–2alacarte–and4barstochoosefrom.EuroDiversScubaCentre,2pools,aputtinggreen,greateveningentertainmentandthatspecialatmospherethatmakestheMaldivessoinviting.ComplimentaryWi-Fiisavailableinall
guestroomsandmostpublicareas.Foryounggueststhereisawadingpool,aplaygroundandachildren’sgamesroom.
AswithallMaldivianresortsrelax,unwind,experiencenatureatitsmostpeaceful.Youmayjustbeluckyenoughtoseewhalesharksonasnorkellingexcursion.Oh,andupgradetotheresort’sallinclusiveplusoption–someofthebestvalueformoneyintheMaldives.
Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa Small but perfectly formed – only 200 metres wide and 500 metres in length - Komandoo is only a 40 minute scenic seaplane transfer from the airport but you arrive in a different world.
Alagoonofcrystalclearwatersurroundedbytropicalvegetationandakilometreofwhitesandbeach,thisisatrueromantichideaway,especiallyasitisover-18’sonly.Butthebestfeatureisthehousereef,whichisaccessiblebysimplysteppingoffthebeach,donningyoursnorkelanddiscoveringanamazingunderwaterparadise-turtles,dolphins,mantas,sharksand
rayshavebeenspottedherefrequently.Intotalthereareover50divesiteswithina10to40minuteradius.Over-waterorlandaccommodation,afullrangeoflandandwatersports,complimentaryWi-Fiinallguestroomsandmostpublicareas,theDuniyeSpaandtworestaurantsplustwobarscompletethisislandhideaway.
OneofthemostintimateexperiencestheMaldiveshastoofferisacandlelightdinneronthebeachandatKomandooyouwillnotbedisappointed–theperfectindulgencetocelebratesomething,orsomeonespecial.
Komandoo Maldives Island Resort
Adult Only Resort
SnorkellingSpa WiFi Non-motorised Water sports
Rooms65
DiningOptions
2Transfer
Time
40 mins
Diving YogaFullBoard
Villa Accommodation
House-Reef
SeaplaneTransfer
Allinclusive
Babysitting SnorkellingSpa WiFi Non-motorised Water sports
Rooms184
DiningOptions
4Transfer
Time
25 mins
Diving YogaFullBoard
Villa Accommodation
House-Reef
SeaplaneTransfer
Allinclusive
KidsClub
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It’s relatively small and intimate – 600 metres long and only 150 metres wide - with 91 villas and it’s a great value 4-star deluxe adults only resort in the North Ari Atoll - no children under 18 allowed.
AccommodationrangesfromBeachVillaswithaJacuzzitoWaterVillaswithawhirlpoolbathtubandJacuzziWaterVillas.IthasoneofthebestsandbanksintheMaldives,anamazinghousereef,excellentsnorkellingoffthebeach,aninfinitypooloverlookingthebeach,andtheDuniyeoverwaterspa.ComplimentaryWi-Fiisavailableinallguestroomsandmostpublicareas.Goodfor
couplesandhoneymoonerstheatmosphereiscasualandrelaxed–shorts,T-shirtsandsarongsarethemostclothesyouwillneed–notevenshoesarerequiredinthisbarefootparadise.
TheOceanSportsCentrehasaterrificrangeofwatersports,bothmotorisedandnon-motorised,includingwaterskiing,wakeboarding,jetskis,kayaksandmore.Asunsetpunchcruiseontheresortdhoni–youmayjustbeluckyenoughtoseedolphinsinthesettingsun.ThisexperiencecomeshighlyrecommendedasdosundownersattheAthiriBar.
Veligandu Island Resort & Spa Deluxe
Adult Only Resort
SnorkellingSpa WiFi Non-motorised Water sports
Rooms91
DiningOptions
2Transfer
Time
20 mins
Diving YogaFullBoard
MotorisedWater sports
Villa Accommodation
House-Reef
SeaplaneTransfer
Allinclusive
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An absolute vision of paradise, and that’s even before you set foot on it! Reached by sea plane, this resort is a little slice of pure bliss with coconut palms fringed by colourful corals.
Theaccommodationhasundergoneacomplete‘overhaul’andthestrikingwhitethemewithsplashesofcolourhasbeencarriedthroughallthecategories,BeachVillas,DeluxeBeachVillas(somewithJacuzziorpool),PoolVillas,WaterVillas,AquaSuitesandaGrandReefSuite,allwiththeirowndistinctfeaturestobringyourholidayexperiencebrilliantlytolife.Withthreerestaurantsandtwobarsyoucandinealfrescooverthewater,inasarongonthebeach,orone-on-onewith
yourloveratoneoftheisland’smostsecludedspots.Alsoonofferisapizzeriawithtantalizingfreshlymadepizzas.TheViluReefKidsClubwillkeepthelittleonessafeandamusedwithaprivatepoolandgamesroomwhilsttheSunAquaSpawithitshealingpractisesoftraditionalAyurvedaprovidestheperfectrespiteforMumandDad.
ThiscompactlittleislandboastssomeofthebestsnorkellinganddivingintheMaldives.InadditiontotheFiveStarGoldPalmPADIDiveCentre/SSIDiamondDiveCentreafullrangeofwatersports,bothmotorisedandnon-motorised,isavailableatthewatersportscentre.SunAquaViluReefwasthewinnerofWorld’sLeadingWaterVillaResortatWorldTravelAwards2016.
Sun Aqua Vilu Reef Maldives
KidsClub
Bed &Breakfast
Babysitting SnorkellingSpa WiFi Non-motorised Water sports
Rooms103
DiningOptions
2Transfer
Time
35 mins
DivingFullBoard
MotorisedWater sports
Villa Accommodation
House-Reef
HalfBoard
SeaplaneTransfer
Allinclusive
Want true Maldivian style? With soft sand walkways lined with Frangipani trees, a turquoise lagoon and spectacular marine life, Olhuveli is the epitome of the region.
Familyorromanticgetaway;itmattersnot,fortheislandisperfectforboth.DeluxeRoomsinterconnecttocreateFamilyVillas,magnificentBeachVillasandavarietyofover-wateraccommodationchoiceswillmakeyoufeellikeroyalty.ThehousereefisaccessiblefromtheendofthejettyandtheresortplayshosttotheveryfirstkitesurfingschoolintheMaldives.Withahugelagoon,thereisplentyofsnorkellingandallthewaterand
landsportsyoucouldwishfor,aspawithahydrotherapyareaand,althoughthereisnokidsclub,thereisachildren’splayarea.Eveningsaretakencareofwith4restaurantsand3barswitheveningentertainmentlaidon.Alsoonofferisapizzeriawherefreshlymadepizzaswiththefinestingredientsareavailable.Andtoaddtothestress-freedowntime,in2017theresortwilloperateonallinclusiveonly.
Ifyouthinkthemarinelifeisamazingduringthedaylighthourswaituntilyouseeitatnight–Olhuveliilluminatesthewaterattheendofthejetty–atrulyamazingsight.
Olhuveli Beach & Spa Maldives Deluxe
Babysitting SnorkellingSpa WiFi Non-motorised Water sports
Rooms163
DiningOptions
4Transfer
Time
45 mins
Diving MotorisedWater sports
Villa Accommodation
House-Reef
SpeedboatTransfer
Allinclusive
KiteSurfing
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A 55 minute speedboat transfer brings you to the island of Meerufenfushi and its sole occupant, Meeru Island Resort; a lovely, well-established, South African favourite.
Barefootistheonlywaytogoonthislaid-backislandandthechilledatmospheremakesfortheultimaterelaxingholidaythatcatersforalltastes.Butdon’tthinkthatthere’snothinggoingon;there’sanexcellenthousereef,beautifullagoonandthemostperfectstretchesofbeach;agolfdrivingrange,puttinggreenand9holepitchandputtcourse,EuroDiversScubaCentreandgreateveningentertainment.Stayonthebeachorover-waterwith
Jacuzzioptionsforboth,andeatanddrinkatoneof4restaurants–2alacarte–and7bars.ComplimentaryWi-Fiisavailableinallguestroomsandmostpublicareas.
TheDuniyeSpa,whetherover-wateroronland,isdefinitelyworthavisit.Ifyouarelookingforquietrelaxation,thepoolatthePavilionBarisstrictlyforadultsonly–nounder18’sallowed–butifitsactionyouareafterchecktheresort’sweeklyprogramme.Whetherit’sasnorkellingexcursion,asunsetcruiseoranaerobicsclassthereissuretobesomethingforeveryone.
Meeru Island Resort & Spa
KidsClub
Babysitting SnorkellingSpa WiFi Non-motorised Water sports
Rooms284
DiningOptions
4Transfer
Time
55 mins
Diving YogaFullBoard
GolfClub
Villa Accommodation
House-Reef
SpeedboatTransfer
Allinclusive
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Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa This is Centara’s second resort in the Maldives. It’s designed as an adult oriented destination, ideal for couples and honeymooners with 90% of the accommodation on stilts over the water and under 12’s not allowed.
Theresort’slocationintheNorthMaleAtollensuresaquickspeedboattransfer,andpurewhitesandandasparklingbluelagoonmakethisaperfectplaygroundforbeachgames,snorkellingandwatersports,whilethemagicalunderwaterworldofsomeofthetopdivesitesintheMaldivesarereachedwithinlessthanhalfanhourbydhoni.Westronglysuggestupgradingthebasicpackagepricetooneoftheallinclusiveoptionsavailablewhichofferall
mealsincludingmorningandafternoonteas,anexcellentrangeofdrinksbothalcoholicandnon-alcoholic,atleast16cocktailsand7mocktailsplusselectedwatersportsactivities–reallygoodvalue–andifyouoptfortheGoldall-inclusiveyoucanalsoenjoyfreescubadiving.
GrabyourselfanoverwaterhammockatViuBarforsundownersandtopthatoffwithdinneratAlKhaimah,theArabicalacarterestaurantlocatedinagenuineBedouintentcompletewithlowslungseating,richfabricsandtapestrycarpets–whatcouldpossiblybemorespecial.
SnorkellingSpa WiFi Non-motorised Water sports
Rooms140
DiningOptions
5Transfer
Time
15 mins
Diving Yoga MotorisedWater sports
Villa Accommodation
House-Reef
HalfBoard
Adult Only Resort
SpeedboatTransfer
Honeymoon Discounts
Anniversary Discounts
Allinclusive
Modern, vibey and funky! This unique 5-star resort is the ultimate in barefoot luxury complemented by a range of exciting activities that will appeal to both couples and families.
Greatfamilyaccommodationoptionsonlandandover-water,plusadual-agekidsclubswithentertainmentforbothlittliesandteens!TheUltimateallinclusiveconceptmeansavirtuallycashfreeholiday-allmealsincludingchampagnebreakfastsandachoiceof3differentvenuesfordinner,drinks,minibar,5excursions,snorkellingequipment,1kidsclub,1e-zone,freescubadiving,anddailyspatreatments(uptoUSD100peradultperday)orupto3divesperpersonareincluded.Sportsandfitnessfacilities
galoreandtheCluboptionoffersaresortwithinaresortcompletewithclublounge,privatepool,anexclusivediningvenueandround-the-clockconciergecare.Theresorthasawonderfulreefwithitsowndedicatedsunkenshipwreckandplentyofgreatdiveswithinanhouroftheresort.
Besuretoparticipateinthecomplimentaryexcursionswhichrangefromasnorkellingtourtonightfishing,asunsetcruiseandalocalislanddiscovery.Thenremembertheresort‘sundownersparty’isalwaysagreatwaytostartoffanyevening.Thisnightlycocktailreceptionwithitsflavourfultapasandcocktailselectionisanidealopportunityforgueststomingleandalsotomeetupwiththeresortmanagement.
Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa
Honeymoon Discounts
Anniversary Discounts
KidsClub
Babysitting SnorkellingSpa WiFi Non-motorised Water sports
Rooms112
DiningOptions
6Transfer
Time
25 mins
Diving Yoga MotorisedWater sports
Villa Accommodation
House-Reef
SeaplaneTransfer
Premium All-inclusive
P
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40 minutes by seaplane brings you to this firm favourite with South African holidaymakers. A large (by Maldivian standards) and vibey resort with 3.5 kilometres of beach and which caters for every taste - basic accommodation on the beach, a luxury villa with Jacuzzi, a secluded villa with private pool or a villa on stilts over the water.
Lotsofchoice,lotsofactivitiesincludinga6holePitch&PuttGolfCourse,thefirstinMaldives,andtheProDiversPADI5-starfacilitywhichisoneofthebestdiveschoolsintheregion.Wi-Fiiscomplimentaryinyourvilla.Thewholeresorthasasmalltown
atmospheretoitandisequallygreatforfamiliesoraromanticgetaway.Nolessthan7restaurantsand6barsplusaSaiKotariTeaHousecatersforeverytaste,andwhatcouldbebetterthanacocktailwhilewatchingthestar-fillednight-sky.
Ifyouarelookingforaquiettime,pickaspotatthestunningSanguswimmingpool–over18’sonly!ThentryanexclusivewinetastingatKuredu’simpressiveWineCellarintheSanguRestaurantwithitsselectionof1100bottlesundertheexpertguidanceoftheresidentsommelier.
Kuredu Island Resort & Spa
Babysitting SnorkellingSpa WiFi Non-motorised Water sports
Rooms388
DiningOptions
8Transfer
Time
40 mins
Diving YogaFullBoard
GolfClub
MotorisedWater sports
Villa Accommodation
House-Reef
SeaplaneTransfer
Allinclusive
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This award winning member of the Leading Hotels of the World and part of Constance Hotels and Resorts Ultimate Collection represents beautiful, upmarket 5-star luxury.
TheWaterVillasarethe‘basic’accommodation(stilltodiefor,with100squaremetresoffabulousbedroomandlivingarea,sundeck,privatepoolandstepsleadingintotheocean)whiletheBeachVillasareluxurypersonified;justconsidertheoutdoorbathroomwithitssunkenbathandrainshowernestlingamongthelushfoliage.ConstanceHalaveliiswhereyouliebackandrelaxonyourownprivatesunterrace,dipinyourownplungepoolortaketimetonurturebodyandmindattheoverwaterUSpabyConstance
totalbliss.Alltheusualsportingactivitiesareavailable.ThekidsclubisreallylovelyandtheFamilyBeachVillasareidealforafamilyholiday.IndulgeinfinefoodandsumptuousflavoursatJahaz,dinneratover-waterJingwhereAsianChicmeetsEuropeantwistisamustandalfrescodiningatMeeruepitomisestheMaldivesexperience.
BepreparedforaoneofakindescapeatConstanceHalaveliMaldives!Privatebeachesstuddedwithoversizebeanbags,woodenbalconiesdescendingintotheocean-trulyaplacewhereyourcomfortandpleasureareunderstood.
KidsClub
Bed &Breakfast
Premium All-inclusive
P
Babysitting SnorkellingSpa WiFi Non-motorised Water sports
Rooms86
DiningOptions
3Transfer
Time
20 mins
Diving YogaVilla Accommodation
House-Reef
HalfBoard
SeaplaneTransfer
Honeymoon Discounts
Anniversary Discounts
Constance Halaveli Maldives Deluxe
This member of Constance Hotels and Resorts Unique Resorts Collection, to us, defines the Maldives experience; barefoot chic from the moment you arrive to the moment you – reluctantly - leave.
OK,soifyou’restayinginaWaterVillaonstiltsfloatingabovetheturquoisewateroftheIndianOcean,you’llneedtowearsandalsonthesunsoakedboardwalk,butyougettheidea!Theultimateinrelaxation,eventherestaurantsandbarsandallmainareashavesandfloors.5-starstandardsofcomfortandservicemake
youfeelamillionmilesfromtherealworld.Theallinclusiveplanisunbelievable;premiumbranddrinks,internationalwinelist,unlimitedcocktailsaswellasexcursions,snorkellingequipmentandmore.Anopenairalacarterestaurant,avibeybeachbarandtheUSpabyConstancecompletethepicture.
HereyoucanreallybeRobinsonCrusoefortheday–taketheresortdhonitoyourveryown,stunningdesertedislandforthedaywhereyoucanenjoytheprivacyandpeaceofthislover’sparadise.Perfect.
Constance Moofushi Maldives
Premium All-inclusive
P
Babysitting SnorkellingSpa WiFi Non-motorised Water sports
Rooms110
DiningOptions
2Transfer
Time
25 mins
Diving YogaVilla Accommodation
House-Reef
SeaplaneTransfer
Honeymoon Discounts
Anniversary Discounts
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The first luxury ‘Platinum Plan’ resort in the Maldives. This all inclusive plan gives you premium brand drinks, an international wine list, fine dining options, mini bar stocked daily with beers, wine, soft drinks, water and snacks and two excursions.
Thismakestheresortsomeofthemostaffordableluxurytobefoundintheregion.ThenaturalmaterialsusedthroughouttheresortcreateafusionofcontemporarydesignwithlocalMaldivianarchitecture.Theexotichousereefisjustafewmetresawayfromtheshorelinesodon’tforgettoseewhatishidingbelowtheflatoceansurface–byjustdonningyoursnorkellinggearabeautiful,
newperspectiveawaitsyou-andtheresortisincloseproximitytosomeofthebestdivesitesintheSouthAriAtoll.Greatforfamilies,withanexcellentkidsclubandfamilyaccommodationonthebeach.Evenbetterforhoneymooners!
Ifyoudon’toptforadeluxewatervillawithprivatepoolforyourentirestay,considerupgradingforthelastcoupleofnightsofyourholiday;youwon’tbedisappointed.AhealingtreatmentattheoverwaterTamaraSpabringsawholenewmeaningtothewordssoothing,tranquillityandrelaxation.
Lily Beach Resort & Spa
KidsClub
Babysitting SnorkellingSpa WiFi Non-motorised Water sports
Rooms125
DiningOptions
3Transfer
Time
25 mins
DivingVilla Accommodation
House-Reef
SeaplaneTransfer
Premium All-inclusive
P
Honeymoon Discounts
Anniversary Discounts
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You want the best? Then this is it. Conrad has won a host of awards, and rightly so. Luxury, service and comfort are of the very highest order and, whilst it can be very private and exclusive, there is still plenty of vibe and action for those who want it.
Beachandover-wateraccommodationandwhicheveryouchooseyouwillwantfornothingbutithastobesaidthattheDeluxeBeachVillaisoneofthebestroomcategoriesintheMaldives,withanamazingoutdoorbathroom,privateplungepoolandbreath-takingaccommodation.Asfortheoverwaterrooms,theyaretopped
(ifthat’spossible)bytheSunsetWaterVillas,withglass-flooredlivingroomandacircularbedthatrotatessoyoucanwatchthesunset-theyreallydohavetobeseentobebelieved.Thisresortsetsthebenchmarkforsophisticatedbarefootluxury.
Evereateninanunderwaterrestaurant?Youcanhere!OrbookagourmetdinnerwiththesommelierintheWineCellar–hometo20,000bottlesofwine–orenjoylobstersandchampagneonthebeach.Didwesaythiswasthebest?
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island A beautiful, secluded 5-star resort of understated luxury. Great for families with excellent kid’s facilities but also with an adults only section for those seeking something more romantic.
Interestingrangeofaccommodationfromindividualbeachvillahideawayswithprivatebeachcabanaandpool,toexclusiveretreatsdeepwithinthetropicalvegetationoroverthelagoon.AllaccommodationprovidescomplimentaryWi-Fiforguests.Fromtheadultsonlybeachfrontlappool,tothefamilyfreeformpoolintheheartoftheisland,IruFushiisaplaygroundfortravellersofallages
andinterests.Thereare33incredibledivesiteswithinanhour’sboatride,afabuloushousereef,14barsandrestaurantsincludingLaCremeriafordecadenthomemadegelatosandsorbets,akaraokelounge,an18holegolfsimulator,akidsclubwithdedicatedpoolandauniqueawardwinningspaphilosophycombiningEasternandWesternpractices.And2childrenunder12witheachfamilystay,playandeatforfreeallyearround.
Besurenottomissoutonadolphinspottingexcursion-thedanceofdolphinsatsunsetisamemorytotreasure,torecountoverandover.
The Sun Siyam Iru Fushi Maldives Deluxe
KidsClub
Bed &Breakfast
Babysitting SnorkellingSpa WiFi Non-motorised Water sports
Rooms150
DiningOptions
8Transfer
Time
30 mins
Diving Yoga MotorisedWater sports
Villa Accommodation
House-Reef
HalfBoard
SeaplaneTransfer
KidsClub
Bed &Breakfast
Babysitting Spa WiFi Non-motorised Water sports
Rooms221
DiningOptions
14Transfer
Time
45 mins
Diving YogaFullBoard
MotorisedWater sports
Villa Accommodation
House-Reef
HalfBoard
SeaplaneTransfer
SnorkellingAllinclusive
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A brand new and extraordinary luxury hotel opened in December 2016, Hurawalhi Island Resort is a magnet for sun-seekers looking for something phenomenal in a region already renowned for the amazing.
Withwhiter-than-whitepowderedsandandsparklingcrystalclearbluewateritisastunningretreat,anadultsonlysanctuaryforpamperingandrelaxation.Featuringaspell-bindingAquariumunderwaterrestaurant,5.8UnderseaRestaurant,whichishometojust12tables18feetbelowthewater’ssurface,atranquillagoon,afantastichousereefandanoutstandingspa–alljust40minutesbyseaplanefromMaleAirport.The60OceanVillasand30BeachVillashavesoothingdécor,bleachedwoodenfloors,privateterraceswith
panoramicviewsplus,forasupplementyoucanselectonewithitsowninfinitypool.TheOceanVillasundeckhasastaircasetothesea–doesswimmingunderthestarstemptyou?And,ifyoudon’twanttotakeyourownphotosthereisevenaprofessionalphotoconciergeonhandtocapturethememoriesforyou.
Threeamazingrestaurants,bespokemenusforprivatebeachdining,aChampagnePavilionattheendofthejetty,aninfinitypooloverlookingthebeach,afullarrayoflandandwatersportsincludingafulldivecentreandtheover-the-waterDuniyeSpa–indeedtherearecountlessreasonstovisittheMaldivesbutonexceptionalHurawalhiIslandResortvisitorswillbeonestepclosertoparadise.
Hurawalhi Maldives
Allinclusive
FullBoard
Adult Only Resort
SnorkellingSpa WiFi Non-motorised Water sports
Rooms90
DiningOptions
3Transfer
Time
40 mins
Diving YogaVilla Accommodation
House-Reef
SeaplaneTransfer
Bed &Breakfast
HalfBoard
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If you thought the Maldives are out of your price range, take a look at this resort; if you thought the Maldives doesn’t cater for surfers, take an even closer look at this resort. Young, old; family, friends; romantic and tranquil or excitement; Hudhuranfushi has something for everyone.
Thisresortprovesthat‘simple’or‘no-frills’doesn’thavetomeanbasicoruncomfortable.TraditionalHudhuranfushirepresentsgreatvalueformoneywhichmakesitperfectforbudgetconscioustravellers.Plusdon’tbelievethattheMaldivesisadive-onlydestination.Oneofthebestthingsaboutthisresortisthesurfing–oneofthefewislandsintheMaldiveswhereyoucan.
Anddon’tworryaboutthesurfgettingcrowded-only45surfpassesareissuedeachdaybetweenMarchandOctober(andthey’restrictaboutthis–nopre-bookedpassmeansnosurf,evenifyouhaveaccommodationbooked).ThereareGarden,BeachandOceanVillas,threerestaurantsandbars,kidfriendly,allinclusive;plentyofactivitiesandactionplusahugelagoonofferingallthesnorkellingyoucouldwishfor.
Thenametranslatesas‘IslandofWhiteGold’andneverwasaholidaydestinationbetternamed.
Adaaran Select Hudhuranfushi
SnorkellingSpa WiFi Non-motorised Water sports
Rooms202
DiningOptions
3Transfer
Time
30 mins
DivingVilla Accommodation
House-Reef
MotorisedWater sports
SpeedboatTransfer
Allinclusive
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Imagine stepping out of your comfortable and spacious beach villa directly onto warm white sand with the crystal-clear ocean stretching out in front of you at the start of another beautiful day; you must be at Adaaran Select Meedhupparu.
GreatlocationinthepristineRaaAtoll,anaturalparadiseofwhitesandandspectacularsunsets.Thefabulousallinclusiveplanthatincludesmidmorningsnacks,afternoonteaandevenamidnightsnackbuffetmeansbeingabletoswitchoffcompletelyandnot
thinkaboutanythingotherthanhowperfectyourholidayis.Duringtheday,youdive,waterski,windsurf,sail,snorkel,exploreorsimplyrelaxuntiltheblazingsunsetluresyoutooneoftherestaurantsorbarsandanevening’sentertainment.
Adaaran Select Meedhupparu
SnorkellingSpa WiFi Non-motorised Water sports
Rooms215
DiningOptions
4Transfer
Time
45 mins
DivingVilla Accommodation
House-Reef
MotorisedWater sports
Premium All-inclusive
P
SeaplaneTransfer
Allinclusive
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Known throughout the Maldives as the ‘island of hospitality,’ Bandos retains the old-world refinement for which it is famous. It boasts one of the best reefs in the North Male Atoll, has a state of the art sports complex and super facilities for children.
Bandos Island Resort & Spa
You want a great vibe; fun and action? This tried and trusted resort has always been a firm favourite and consistently delivers the ultimate Maldivian holiday experience with unique twists no matter what you are looking for.
Kuramathi Island Maldives
Planhotel twin resorts provide tranquillity and optimum privacy in unspoilt surroundings where the natural beauty of the islands has been carefully retained and integrated into the resort design. The resorts operate on a very comprehensive all-inclusive basis.
Diamonds Athuruga & Diamonds Thudufushi
More Magical Maldives Resorts
Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa is an exclusive barefoot luxury hideaway at the heart of one of the largest and deepest atolls in the Maldives. Hadahaa is untouched, unspoilt and authentic with its pristine house reef just steps from each villa. The resort’s architecturally innovative design embodies the style and luxurious ambience for which Park Hyatt is renowned.
Park Hyatt Maldives +
This luxury Maldives resort is a combination of on-land and over-water villas constructed of sustainable materials and set around a palm-fringed paradise in the unspoilt Laamu Atoll, some 260 kilometres south of Male and 5 degrees north of the Equator.
Six Senses Laamu
This 5-star, all-villa resort is superb and offers an unrivalled level of style, sleek and spectacular, with unprecedented privacy. Here the rest of the world does not exist.
One&Only Reethi Rah
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