Maldives 2015

A must on every bucket list is the Maldives, somewhere I have always wanted to visit and recently was lucky enough to do so.

Travelling here is a little bit of a journey with a direct flight to Singapore and then a 3 hour wait at Changi Airport before another direct flight to Male. Upon arriving at Male airport some 15 hours later we were transferred by speedboat for 40 mins under a canopy of sparkling stars to our home for the next 4 nights, the 5 star Huvafen Fushi Resort which stands for Dream Island. It's a journey that is well worth making.

In the morning the view that greets you is truly magical. I have been fortunate enough to travel to many beautiful places around the world but this really has topped my list.  The overwater Villa that we stayed in was very spacious with our own butler and private plunge pool. The Ocean is like clear glass with one of the best house reefs in the Maldives located only metres from the water’s edge. 

Every evening there is hand feeding of the local sting rays and if you dine at the resort's seafood inspired signature restaurant Salt, you will be greeted by dozens of local sharks gracefully swimming underneath you.

The food was amazing, especially the unique overwater RAW Bar which create healthy but extremely tasty meals or the private dining experiences on a remote sandbank.

The evening sunset cruise with canapés and champagne was a highlight of our trip, watching the sun set over this magical island onboard a beautiful wooden handcrafted local Dhoni.  

Last but not least my visit to the underwater day spa at this resort must be mentioned as I didn’t think it was possible to feel any more relaxed but after a treatment at this spa in the hands of the very experienced therapists I practically floated back to my room.

I hope that everyone gets the chance to visit the Maldives at some point, there are so many resorts to choose from that cater for every budget and every traveller's wish list. You can be as active as you like or relish in the opportunity to also do nothing but be surrounded by such awe inspiring nature.

By Melissa Hope

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