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Thelu Veliga Retreat Opening in October

Maldives.net.mv – Thelu Veliga Retreat is doing the final touches for its opening in October. Thelu Veliga Retreat is the first offering from “Drift Retreats & Cruises”, a new brand that seeks to rediscover the authentic Maldivian experience.
The island is a tiny, 1.1 hectare island retreat offers 30 villas, with both Beach Villas and Water Villas, fusing rustic elements with sophisticated touches to create a harmonious environment at one with nature. Around a shallow lagoon, perfect for swimming and low-key watersports, waits one of the finest snorkelling house reefs, and if you’re a diver, you’ll already know about what South Ari has to offer.
The emphasis at Thelu Veliga Retreat is on detaching from the rest of the world.
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Villa Nautica, Villa Park receive prestigious honours at TopHotels Award

Villa Nautica and Villa Park have been honoured with two prestigious awards, cementing their positions as leaders in the world of luxury hospitality.
TopHotels.ru, a renowned authority in the travel industry, has recognised both resorts for their outstanding commitment to excellence, bestowing upon them the highly coveted Tophotels Digital Hospitality Award and the esteemed title of Top 100 Best Resort Hotels in the World for 2022.
TopHotels Annual Hotel Rating is a highly regarded international quality award within the hospitality industry, focusing on a hotel’s performance in the tourist market. The rankings are determined through meticulous analysis of behavioural data from TopHotels users, representing genuine feedback and support from guests.
This exclusive list showcases 100 exceptional resorts worldwide. Impressively, only seven hotels from the Maldives made it to this prestigious ranking, with the order not following traditional rankings but instead arranged based on total review scores by the end of 2022.
In addition to their inclusion in the Top 100 list, Villa Nautica and Villa Park have also received the Tophotels Digital Hospitality Award for their exemplary online reputation management. This award recognises hotels that actively engage the audience to maintain an impeccable online presence, emphasising guest communication and the accuracy of information provided.
The list of award winners comprises hotels from seven countries, with a noteworthy presence of four resorts from the Maldives. This recognition underscores the global appeal and high-quality standards upheld by Villa Nautica and Villa Park.
For more information about Villa Resorts, please visit villaresorts.com.
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Discover Paradise with exclusive day-use package of Grand Park Kodhipparu Maldives

Making plans for the upcoming weekends or holidays? Grand Park Kodhipparu is here with an exclusive invitation to enjoy a new special offer for Maldivian nationals, and work permit holders planning to get away from the humdrum of daily life and escape to a luxury paradise to spend the day.
This tropical invitation extends to everyone looking to enjoy time away from the ordinary and, indulge in serious beach downtime or even something a bit more special. The package makes the perfect combination of a host of value additions, remarkable discounts, complimentary benefits, and transfers for hard-working travel enthusiasts to take a much-deserving break, reconnect with nature, and dine out on panoramic views.
The Day Visit Package includes:
- Access to Private Beaches: With exclusive access to the resort’s private beaches Dhigu, Veli, and Dhivehi, you are invited to soak up the sun on the soft, powdery sands.
- Poolside Bliss: Take a dip in the resort’s infinity pools and enjoy endless views of the Indian Ocean while sipping on refreshing cocktails or mocktails of choice.
- Delectable Dining: A sumptuous extravaganza of meals, featuring a wide range of local and international favourites, to be enjoyed at Edge or Breeze dining outlets.
- Water Sports and Activities: Adventurous souls are invited to partake in various water sports activities, such as snorkelling, paddle boarding, and kayaking, all with expert guidance.
- Spa and Wellness: Indulge in ultimate relaxation with exclusive discounts on spa treatments and wellness services, including massages and complimentary yoga sessions.
- Complimentary Speedboat Transfers: A mere 20-minute ride, provided on a complimentary basis to reach our paradise island in ultimate comfort.
For reservations and more information visit: https://www.parkhotelgroup.com/north-male-atoll/grand-park-kodhipparu-maldives/day-visit-package-maldives/
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Vakkaru Maldives expands offering of luxury accommodation with launch of new Three, Four Bedroom Beach Pool Residence

Vakkaru Maldives continues to enhance its offerings by adding a new flexible-type Beach Pool Residence to the resort’s collection of luxury accommodations, making it more sought after than ever by luxury travellers seeking an elevated beach getaway.
Now available to book for stays from 1 December 2023 onwards, the adjoining Three and Four Bedroom Beach Pool Residence can be adapted to guests’ preferences, and offers flexibility for parties that require privacy whilst having a communal gathering space, making it perfect for families, several couples or groups of friends travelling together.
Surrounded by lush foliage and elegantly designed in keeping with the natural elements, the new Beach Pool Residence provides luxurious and spacious indoor-outdoor living spaces, with floor-to-ceiling glass doors that open out to a private sundeck and pool, with unparalleled views of the private beach and ocean beyond.
When booked as a three-bedroom residence, the whole space extends over 450sqm and can comfortably accommodate up to six adults and three children. The main residence is centred around a newly enhanced two-bedroom entity with a large 42sqm swimming pool and a spacious terrace with an outdoor gazebo. The third bedroom is in the Beach Villa with Plunge Pool adjacent to the main residence, and also home to a 12sqm whirlpool. Providing the perfect blend of privacy and flexibility, each of the three bedrooms has an ensuite bathroom, outdoor shower and private terrace with direct beach access.
Spanning 570sqm, the Four Bedroom Beach Pool Residence is the largest residence on the island and can accommodate up to eight adults and four children. Also centred around the newly enhanced Two Bedroom Beach Pool Residence, it is adjoined by two one-bedroom Beach Villas with Plunge Pool on each side. The Four Bedroom Beach Pool Residence enables guests to revel in the freedom of their own individual spaces whilst enjoying a vibrant gathering area in a spectacular beachfront setting.
Vakkaru Maldives’ new Beach Pool Residence is available for stays from 1 December 2023 and rates start from US$9,600 per night for three-bedrooms and US$12,500 per night for four-bedrooms. To make a reservation, please contact reservations@vakkarumaldives.com
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