April 2018 - The necklace of islands southwest of Sri Lanka, known as the Maldives in the Indian Ocean defines many people's idea of balmy perfection: blissful blue lagoons, coral reefs, powder sand and seclusion, only granted due to the country’s multiple islands offering privacy like no other.

A world away from the everyday, The Residence Maldives on the island of Falhumaafushi offers secluded tropical tranquility. Surrounded by lush foliage and crystal turquoise waters, the hotel is the ideal romantic escape to paradise, steeped in traditional Maldivian architecture combined with contemporary elegance and modern comforts. The ideal resting place for a spot of romance, The Residence Maldives offers tropical beachfront villas that open to
a private oasis just steps from the sand, as well as luxurious over-water villas, offering their guest the cool pleasure of slipping straight from the deck into a personal lagoon. To add to the whole luxurious experience, couples can now book the in-villa floating breakfast when staying in a pool villa. For an extra cost, guests can start every day with a sumptuous breakfast while enjoying the cool waters of their private pool with a selection of pastries, cold cuts and eggs accompanied by plenty of bubbles.

For the ultimate pampering party, couples can indulge in The Spa by Clarins – the first and only Clarins spa in the Maldives. A haven of tranquility, the Spa offers a range of couples massages and facials, set overwater with stunning views of the sea.

An all-villa resort on the un-spoilt island of Falhumaafushi, The Residence Maldives sits amongst unexplored dive sites andisolatedislands. With the resort’s Castaway Experience, couples can discover and explore a deserted island,only accessible by a Dhingi or Kayak, for either a delicious dinner or picnic prepared by an expert team of chefs.Offering the ultimate privacy, thesecluded beach provides the perfect spot to bask in the sun before dining on delicious delicacies under the stars. Other dining experiences can be catered for on request, including private dinners on the shore, dates for two around the bonfire or evenings spent surrounded by candles in the garden.

Prices for private dining experiences start from USD 150++ per person

Prices for standard all-inclusive rates start from USD 150++ per person per night (supplement to upgrade meal plan from BB) Prices for premium all-inclusive rates start from USD 206++ per person per night (supplement to upgrade meal plan from BB) Prices for the in-villa floating breakfast start from USD 55 per person.