With each luxury resort set on its own private island, Maldives offers guests a sense of unrestrained luxury and a holiday opportunity revolving around privacy and self-imposed isolation. A negative PRC test result and a short medical questionnaire completed before departure are the only requirements for entering the island nation. The Maldives, with its private villas and isolated beaches, offers the perfect pandemic escape.
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island
Nestled in the South Ari Atoll, Conrad Maldives Rangali Island offers an idyllic natural paradise brimming with lush tropical greenery and marine life such as whale sharks, manta rays, dolphins, turtles and a sprawling coral reef. The resort is an explorer’s playground with specially created areas for families, including the main infinity pool and children’s pool, while young children will delight at the fun to be found at the resort’s splash park. The luxury resort’s new ‘Escape to the Maldives’ package has been specially curated for couples, families and group of friends and invites guests to retreat to paradise, with a special offer for two people in one-bedroom villas or four people in two-bedroom villas when staying for four or five nights. The offer includes seaplane transfers, half-board or meal credit to be used in selected restaurants, dinner at Ithaa (the world’s first underwater restaurant), and a 60-minute holistic and locally inspired spa treatment.
GO: Visit www.conradmaldives.com or email mlehi.maldives@conradhotels.com for reservations and more information.
Grand Park Kodhipparu
The one-island-one-resort destination features a collection of 120 idyllic beach-front pool villas, breathtaking overwater villas and spacious two-bedroom villas, flanked by swaying palm trees, powder white sands and crystal clear waters. Spend a memorable Eid holiday at Grand Park Kodhipparu Maldives and enjoy a wide range of benefits, including daily breakfast at The Edge, daily dinner at The Edge, 20% discount on two-way airport transfers, 20% discount on selected spa treatments, complimentary PCR testing for two people, one-time private sunset experience and a one-time afternoon tea at Breeze.
GO: Visit www.parkhotelgroup.com for reservations and more information.
JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa
Located on Vagaru Island, Shaviyani Atoll, JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa presents everything required for a luxurious family vacation. The resort features 60 beach and overwater villas, all with private pools, and spacious wooden decks. Eclectic dining experiences are offered throughout the resort’s five dining venues, alongside three bars and private beach dinners. The Family Package includes an exclusively crafted Private Beach Dinner overlooking the mesmerising turquoise waters, with a special Eid-themed menu, alongside welcome kids amenities, access to FAMiLY by JW Little Griffins Kids Club, daily buffet breakfast, one Dolphin Quest , one private beach dinner, one four-course family dinner at Aailaa and one-time Sand Art at the Beach experience. Available on bookings of a minimum of four nights until September 2021.
GO: Visit www.marriott.com for reservations and more information.
Milaidhoo Island Maldives
Milaidhoo is a boutique luxury resort in the Baa Atoll UNESCO biosphere reserve, close to Hanifaru Bay, 126km north west of Male. The tiny beautiful island, abundant with tropical greenery, measures just 300m by 180m and is fringed by soft white sand beaches and is the perfect location to witness the annual gathering of manta rays. This year, guests who book to stay at Milaidhoo before October 2021 will be entered into a raffle to win an exclusive private cruise on Milaidhoo’s luxury yacht to snorkel and swim with the Manta Rays in Hanifaru Bay during their stay. One lucky winner will be selected for the once-in-a-lifetime experience each month throughout the season.
GO: Visit www.milaidhoo.com for reservations and more information.
Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa:
Situated on a private island in North Male Atoll, Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa is accessible by a complimentary 15-minute speedboat ride from Velana International Airport, making it an attractive destination for families and those who prefer to be close to the airport. The property features seven restaurants and bars, two freshwater pools, a tennis court, a 24-hour gym, and plenty of on-island activities. The resort has also curated full board package for Eid, including daily breakfast at Feast, lunch buffet at Feast or two-course menu at selected restaurants, dinner buffet at Feast or three-course menu at ChopstiX, Anchorage Bar, or Masala Hut, and daily use of snorkelling gear, stand-up paddle-board and kayaks.
GO: Visit www.marriott.com for reservations and more information.
Taj Exotica Resort & Spa
Offering 64 luxurious and lavish sea view villas and suites for guests to relax and luxuriate this long weekend, Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives is surrounded by crystal blue waters and covered with lush tropical flora. Guests are invited to explore the picturesque resort with the ‘Suite Saver’ package, offering 25% off accommodation in any of the hotel’s expansive suites. This includes the majestic one-bedroom and two-bedroom ocean and beach suites, each with awe-inspiring vistas, personalised butler service and an indulgent spa treatment of choice at the renowned Jiva Grande Spa. The package also includes complimentary return speedboat airport transfers and complimentary access to the gym, non-motorised watersports, and snorkelling equipment.
GO: Visit www.tajhotels.com for reservations and more information.
The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort
Nestled on a beautiful coral island of the Baa Atoll, a designated UNESCO Biosphere Reserve site, guests of The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort can experience a tranquil wellness escape with uninterrupted ocean and pristine turquoise lagoon views. The idyllic setting for romance, family hideouts, gastronomy and well-being, the five-star resort has curated a wellness package for Eid to revitalise the body and mind. The program embraces nature, nutrition, spa, yoga, and functional movement to jumpstart your health. The Eid Getaway at The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort includes daily healthy breakfast at Island Kitchen, daily one-hour wellness session, daily complimentary 60-minute couple spa treatment during the stay, use of snorkelling equipment and ocean kayaks and access to the Westin Family Kids Club and WestinWORKOUT Fitness Studio.
GO: Visit: www.marriott.com for reservations and more information.
W Maldives
Located in North Ari Atoll, W Maldives is a luxury private island resort setting the stage to fuel guests lust for life. The five-star resort features six restaurants and bars and a pampering AWAY Spa. This Eid, W Maldives offers an all-inclusive package, including daily buffet breakfast at KITCHEN, daily three-course lunch and dinner in designated restaurants, unlimited beverages from the all-inclusive beverages list, complimentary in-room W MIX BAR, and complimentary non-motorised activities and snorkelling gear.
GO: Visit www.marriott.com for reservations and more information.