Soneva Fushi Resort and Six Senses Spa

Bonus: Soneva Experience twin resort discount (please call for details)

Family: Children under 12 are charged using existing bedding (daybed) The adventure begins with a thrilling 25-minute seaplane ride from Male’. Set on a 45 hectare (100 acre) island within one of the furthest atolls from the capital, Soneva Fushi presents a luxurious experience in an understated yet sophisticated style, which allows guests to enjoy the natural reality of the destination. It is this theme of intelligent luxury that has made it a truly legendary resort. Offering just 65 accommodations set privately in the lush jungle and looking towards the surrounding lagoon, Soneva Fushi captures the very essence of a castaway fantasy. 24 villas offer private pool options while the Jungle Reserve and The Retreat incorporate the Maldives first tree houses. Dining alternatives abound with a choice of restaurants - or just about anywhere you choose - complimented by an excellent wine cellar. The resort grows much of its own produce in vegetable and fruit gardens. There is a Six Senses Spa and a PADI dive centre and an outdoor cinema - Cinema Paradiso - the open air cinema, where you lie on sun loungers, eating popcorn, ordering drinks from the bar and watching the moon rise over the cinema screen.

Facilities: 65 rooms, A/C and ceiling fan, in-room safe, hairdryer, CD player, 2 restaurants, 2 bars, wine cellar, and water sports. PADI dive centre, Six Senses Spa.

Travellers view: Cycle along quiet scented paths from one deserted white sand, crystal clear water beach to another. Quiet and private even at full occupancy - and certainly not a beach hawker in sight!

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