INDIAN OCEAN MALDIVES DESTINATION LEFT: Shangri-La
Villingili Resort & Spa
RIGHT: Kuramathi
Island Resort BELOW:
Bageecha kids’ club, Kuramathi
Uncompromising in both style and size, the villas here are a cut above the others, with expansive layouts, grand bathrooms, open-air showers and spacious sundecks.
Each villa comes with bikes, making exploring the island that bit easier, or there are chauffeur- driven golf buggies available on demand. What to do: With space not an issue, Villingili has plenty of facilities to keep you occupied, including a nine-hole golf course, tennis and badminton courts and a dive centre. There is also Chi, The Spa, and a kids’ area. The hotel also offers cultural excursions to neighbouring islands and a cruise at sunset with guaranteed dolphin sightings.
You could easily think you were in the middle of a jungle, not a resort that’s just a mile and a quarter across
Agent verdict: Diane Coleman, owner of Tickets Travel, says: “The bikes are great for getting around and the buggies are unique. The dolphin cruise is out of this world because you’re guaranteed to see them. I’d definitely recommend it to families because there’s enough space and a variety of things to do.”
Book it: Pool Villa with private pool, from £7,650. All prices are per couple with Kuoni, for seven nights with flights.
w KURAMATHI MALDIVES Getting there: Located in the Rasdhoo Atoll, Kuramathi is 35 miles south of capital Malé, and takes an hour and a half to reach by speedboat or 20 minutes by seaplane transfer, at extra cost. Accommodation: Covered in lush green foliage, Kuramathi has been dubbed an emerald jewel in turquoise waters. Wander down one of the many pathways surrounded by huge banyan trees and you could easily think you were in the middle of a jungle, not a resort that’s
just a mile and a quarter across. It is divided into three sections, each with its own reception and restaurant. A reef runs down one side and a lagoon on the other. It caters well to both couples
and families. There is enough space for those on a romantic getaway to find some privacy and plenty to do and explore to keep children occupied. Testament to that are the 35
new Beach Houses. Ideal for parents with teenagers who want some independence from mum and dad or multi-generational groups, the houses are split into two levels with individual entrances and living spaces. Each can accommodate up to four adults and two children. What to do: Eat and explore.
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