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#SenseTheMoment at Angsana Velavaru, an all-inclusive premium resort

With its turquoise lagoon stretching off into infinity in the virtually untouched South Nilandhe Atoll, spacious island-based villas and stilts over the water, exquisite dining experiences, 101 activities to choose from such as watersports, diving lessons, rejuvenating spa treatments and beyond, Angsana Velavaru, an all-inclusive premium resort, offers the best stage to #SenseTheMoment and create beautiful memories with loved ones, family and friends.
Comfort Meets Privacy, Space and Style
Angsana Velavaru offers a harmonious combination of comfort, privacy, space, and style. The resort has 113 villas – 79 units on the main island, and 34 units over the water.
For guests who wish to be close to the picture-perfect white sand beach, all the beach accommodations namely Beachfront Villa, Beachfront Infinity Pool Villa, Beachfront Family Pool Villa, Deluxe Beachfront Pool Villa and Velavaru Two-Bedroom Pool Villa feature direct access and lush vegetation, stimulating wall art and vibrant colours with quality furnishings, as well as generous indoor and outdoor spaces.
The resort’s flagship beach villa, Angsana Three-Bedroom Villa Pool Villa consists of two separate huts, featuring two king size en suite bedrooms, additional twin room and a spacious dining room. It also highlights a private garden with a 5 x 3 x 1.3 metres infinity pool – ideal for hosting intimate celebrations, such as sunset cocktail parties or private barbecues. The Thai sala located at the beachside promises to leave a feeling of an ultimate private paradise experience.
Adding to the sense of unparalleled premium experience, Angsana Velavaru boasts of an exclusive collection of water villas, dubbed to be the very first of its kind in the Maldives. Situated over the water with idyllic views of the magnificent Indian Ocean, this spacious two-storey villa offers a classic Maldivian escape that discerning travellers have always been dreaming of, which is consists of InOcean Pool Villa, Deluxe InOcean Pool Villa and the impressively elaborate Deluxe InOcean Two- Bedroom Pool Villa.
Spread across 287 square meters of indoor and outdoor spaces, the two-storey Deluxe InOcean Two-Bedroom Pool Villa, the resort’s flagship overwater villa is a two-bedroom residence. This “oasis of luxury for family or group of friends” has a prime ocean address, surrounded by vibrant marine life – with direct access to the coral reef. Guests can jump into an infinity pool stretched right above the clear ocean waters, take a nap in an ocean-suspended hammock, or get a suntan on a wooden poolside deck. Designed in exotic symmetry, this residence features a king-sized bedroom with an adjoining lavish bathroom and ensuite twin-size guestroom.
The rooftop sala is perfect for private gatherings such as barbecues or sunset champagne and canapés. An airy terrace equipped with a dining set up and sunbeds complete a picture of tropical elegance. To complete the feeling of escapism, a 9-metre-long infinity pool with endless horizon views serves as the best spot to indulge in a floating breakfast.
Exquisite Dining Experiences
At Angsana Velavaru, guests are spoilt in exceptional dining experiences – from authentic Maldivian flavours to rich Indian, flavourful Asian, and elegant international cuisines, set out in mesmerising locations alongside warm service from the associates of different countries and nationalities to cater to diverse mix of guests.
Guests are welcomed with an enchanting convergence of ocean and gastronomy. Guests looking for a casual beachfront dining can visit Kaani Restaurant where they can choose an enticing buffet spread or meticulously crafted à la carte menu options that will surely tantalise their taste buds.
At Funa Restaurant, an overwater restaurant, guests can savour the flavours of world-class Pan-Asian cuisine – consisting of classic favourites from Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Thailand, and Vietnam with a modern twist. Having the beautiful Maldivian sunset as backdrop, this restaurant is not to be missed.
Azzurro Restaurant and Bar is another overwater restaurant to visit that sits in the InOcean Villa Cluster that presents Mediterranean-inspired and vegetarian dishes.
For those who wish to bask in the sun and lounging by the pool with awe-inspiring views at Kuredhi Pool Bar. Imagine this. Sipping favourite cocktails or mocktails while holding a loved one’s hand.
For more exquisite and incomparable dining experiences, guests can take a notch higher – either winding down the day on a floating dining platform amid the lagoon or indulging in a night of culinary delight under the stars.
All-Inclusive Premium Options
With various all-inclusive options available, Angsana Velavaru caters to every guest’s preference. Offering complimentary minibar, which is replenish daily upon guests’ request, ach all-inclusive meal plan is exclusively designed to embrace all elements of a gastronomic and recreational holiday in the Maldives.
All-Inclusive Dine and Plus include daily breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner with 45 varieties of bubbly and cocktails, 15 varieties of mocktails, vitamin boosters and smoothies. Additionally, All-Inclusive Style and Max cover a range of premium spirits and wines, as well as dine-around option.
Meanwhile, All-Inclusive Play, Plus and Style provide nightly credits to guests for a maximum of 10-night stay. The credits are applicable to pampering body massages or exhilarating activities.
Find out more about the All-Inclusive Premium Options by visiting: All-Inclusive Resort Meals in Maldives | Angsana Velavaru.
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Summer Island Maldives named among top 10% of hotels worldwide by TripAdvisor

Summer Island Maldives has been recognised as one of the top travel destinations globally, having received the prestigious TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Award for 2024. This accolade places the resort among the top 10% of hotels worldwide, based on exceptional traveller reviews and ratings collected over the past year.
Located just 45 minutes by speedboat or a short seaplane journey from Velana International Airport, Summer Island Maldives offers an idyllic barefoot beach retreat. The resort is known for its personalised service, commitment to sustainability, and relaxed luxury, consistently appealing to travellers from around the world.
Mariya Shareef, Chief Operations Officer of Kaimoo Travels and Hotel Services, expressed appreciation for the recognition, noting that the award reflects the dedication and passion of the entire team, who work diligently to deliver memorable experiences. She highlighted that the honour is especially meaningful as it is based on genuine guest feedback.
A popular choice for honeymooners and returning guests, the resort features two restaurants, three bars, and a variety of curated experiences, including private sandbank picnics and sunset sailboat cruises. Summer Island Maldives is also widely praised for its strong sustainability practices, such as eliminating single-use plastics, integrating renewable energy solutions, adopting eco-friendly mosquito control methods, and creating the world’s largest 3D-printed coral reef—an initiative recognised by the Guinness World Records.
The TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards celebrate excellence in hospitality, with winners selected based on consistently high ratings across key categories such as service, value, cleanliness, and location.
This recent recognition joins a growing list of accolades for Summer Island Maldives, including TUI’s Global Hotel Quality Award for 2024 and 2025, as well as the Leading Eco-Friendly Resort Award at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) in 2023.
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Tripadvisor honours Constance Moofushi among Best of the Best Luxury Hotels in Asia

Constance Moofushi in the Maldives has been recognised as one of Asia’s premier luxury destinations, earning the 11th spot in the Best of the Best Luxury Hotels in Asia category at the Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards 2025. This accolade highlights the resort’s dedication to delivering authentic and unforgettable luxury experiences in the heart of the Indian Ocean.
Situated on a private island, Constance Moofushi combines barefoot chic with exceptional service, offering guests a unique blend of natural beauty and refined comfort. The recognition reflects not only the resort’s appeal but also the consistently high level of guest satisfaction that has become synonymous with the Constance brand.
Part of the esteemed Constance Hotels & Resorts portfolio, Constance Moofushi contributes to the group’s widespread acclaim, with all properties ranked among the Top 10% of Hotels Worldwide by Tripadvisor. These honours underscore the group’s unwavering commitment to quality across its locations in the Maldives, Mauritius, Seychelles, Rodrigues, and Madagascar.
The Travelers’ Choice Awards are especially meaningful as they are based entirely on genuine guest reviews and ratings from travellers around the globe. The recognition of Constance Moofushi stands as a testament to the resort’s ongoing pursuit of excellence and its embodiment of the Constance philosophy: ‘True by Nature.’
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Ayada Maldives earns elite recognition in 2025 Travellers’ Choice Awards

Ayada Maldives has been recognised as one of TripAdvisor’s Best of the Best Hotels in the 2025 Travellers’ Choice Awards. This luxury private island resort earned the distinction of being named Best of the Best in the Maldives and secured a spot among the top 25 hotels in the world. This prestigious accolade is awarded to less than 1% of TripAdvisor’s eight million global listings. Additionally, Ayada Maldives received top honours in the highly regarded ‘Treat Yourself’ category.
The Travellers’ Choice Awards: Best of the Best by TripAdvisor celebrate the pinnacle of excellence in the travel industry, acknowledging properties that consistently provide exceptional guest experiences based on outstanding reviews and ratings collected over a 12-month period.
This latest recognition further solidifies Ayada Maldives’ reputation for authentic luxury, warm hospitality, and thoughtfully curated experiences. Located in the pristine Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll, the resort offers guests a serene and immersive retreat, carefully designed to promote relaxation, connection, and rejuvenation.
With its spacious overwater and beachfront villas, award-winning spa, elevated dining options, and tranquil natural surroundings, Ayada Maldives continues to stand out as the ideal destination for travellers seeking indulgence and renewal in a tropical paradise.
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