MALDIVES

Imagine yourself in the idyllic Indian Ocean paradise that is the Maldives. Envelop yourself amid the sky’s azure hues and gentle breezes that roll in off the sea onto the powdery white beaches. The tropical lagoon setting creates a Maldivian paradise of breathtaking natural wonders, where the warmest heartfelt welcome leads to journeys that can be deeply relaxing or truly invigorating.

We suggest either of the following resorts for your stopover:

ANANTARA DHIGU RESORT & SPA, Dhigufinolhu – 5-star deluxe

Anantara Dhigu Resort & Spa is located on Dhigufinolhu Island in the South Malé Atoll. The flight from Colombo to Malé takes just under an hour. On arrival you will be whisked away on the resort’s speedboat for a 35 minute ride to the resort.

Encircled by mystic lagoons and unspoiled crystal shores, it is a heavenly sanctuary on this secluded paradise island, with an abundance of luxury amenities. Escape every day cares with indigenously inspired, luxury, over-water treatments for your body and soul in the luxury Spa. Kayak to Guli Fushi island, at the edge of the lagoon for snorkelling or, for those looking for a little more rigorous activity, try tennis, diving, surfing, parasailing or deep sea fishing and hand line fishing.

The resort is located on the rim of a tranquil turquoise lagoon, around which sits two other resorts providing an array of dining options. The ‘Fushi Cafe’ – for breakfast and evening buffets – is ideally located on the white sandy beach. Facing the inner turquoise reef is the ‘Fuddan Fusion Grill’ – with Prime Aged imported cuts of steak from Japan and Australia and the finest Maldivian seafood, scooped freshly from the Ocean. The hotel also brings Italy to the tropics at ‘Terrazzo’, which is an intimate ocean-view restaurant, serving rustic Italian favourites.

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PARADISE ISLAND RESORT & SPA, Lankanfinolhu – 5-star

Paradise Island Resort & Spa is located on the island of Lankanfinolhu, in the North Malé Atoll, which is just 15 minutes from Male International Airport by speedboat.

The island has everything for your perfect escape - white sandy beaches, crystal clear azure water, cloudless blue sky, a ravishing freeform swimming pool, surrounded by luxurious loungers. With fabulous dining and nightlife and a wide range of watersports and recreation, this is a heavenly retreat. Leisure facilities include tennis, squash, badminton and table tennis and the water sports centre offers windsurfing, sailing, PADI diving, snorkelling and canoes.

Dining here is a gourmet pleasure. As well as the main buffet restaurant, you can sample the delights of Italian or Japanese a la carte, and there are five bars and a coffee shop to keep you going between meals.

We recommend you choose an upgraded Haven Villa for your accommodation. There are 16 semi-detached Haven Villas, built on stilts in the lagoon, each with its own private jacuzzi and steps leading down into the lagoon. Your personal sundeck, where you can enjoy the spectacular tropical sunrise offers the ultimate in comfort and leisure.

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As there are many choices to be made in terms of resort, accommodation type, length of stay etc, please contact us for a quote based around your specific requirements. Please call us on 01494 713 007 or drop us an email at tours@crictours.com