In this November New Resort Will Debut in Maldive

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A new luxury Maldivian resort is set to open later this year in Baa Atoll.


Milaidhoo Island Maldives will be a boutique resort with 50 villas, two restaurants and a dive centre. It is due to open in November.

The intimate 13-acre resort is set in the heart of a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. It promises to offer exceptional house reef diving as well as visits to areas such as Hanifaru Bay, a marine protected area which attracts the largest seasonal groupings of manta rays in the world.

New Tea House unveils by Sheraton Maldives

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Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa has officially unveiled its new Tea House; the latest addition to its collection of restaurants and bars.

Situated by the freshwater pool, the Tea House serves tangy Asian flavors from freshly prepared Chinese dim sum, noodles, pastries, light snacks to a stunning selection of exotic teas from different parts of the world.

“The addition of Tea House is a great addition to our existing diverse offerings of 4 restaurants. It’s the perfect place to enjoy a cup of tea at any time of the day and enjoy some of the favorite Asian delicacies or Western delights” said F&B Manager Mr. Rashvan Ibrahim speaking regarding the opening.


Located just 15-20 minutes away from the airport; Sheraton Maldives is tropical paradise located on its very own private island and a heaven for those seeking stunning white sandy beaches and warm turquoise lagoons. Part of Sheraton Maldives appeal is the varied dining options available to its guests. From casual al fresco snacks to its international array of restaurants, visitors will find the perfect dining experience to suit their mood.

Magic of Maldives which will you fall in love again – travel story

Loading Maldives Offers.... It's still a top choice for most honeymooners, but which Maldives resorts are the ones to really fall in love with? We visit the five-star Velassaru and recommend other top spots.


As I sink back into a turquoise beanbag almost the same colour as the glistening Indian Ocean ahead of me, I relish the silence and seclusion of my secret island escape.

Only days earlier, we'd arrived at Velassaru, an elegant boutique resort that can easily be reached in 25 minutes by speedboat from Maldivian capital Male. But as it turns out, my husband has even greater treats in store.

A romantic adventure

Armed with snorkelling equipment, bean bags, a glamorous muslin tent and luxury hamper, we head to a private island for a romantic adventure.


While we swim in the water, our talented crew create a cabana with bamboo poles to shade us from the midday sun, and prepare a picnic of champagne, sushi and sashimi.

Looking out across crystal clear waters, we sip bubbly and get to grips with our chopsticks, as small sand crabs gatecrash our private party.

Sleek and laid-back

It's just one of many romantic moments during our stay at Velassaru.

The resort itself has a laid-back vibe and sleek, modern furnishings with a palette of white and turquoise.

There's a beautiful infinity pool framed by hammocks strung between coconut trees, but we prefer the privacy of our luxury beach villa with uninterrupted views of the lagoon.



The beach is only metres away, and every day we snorkel along a house reef teeming with tropical fish.

Intimate dining experience

Come nightfall, the 21-acre coral island gears up for intimate dining experiences that make you want to fall in love all over again.

Out of a choice of five restaurants, our favorite is Sand, where we dine under a private beach pavilion lit by torches and candlelight.



While burying our toes in the sand, we enjoy culinary delights such as king prawns and fillet steak from the stone grill, finishing off with an exquisite chocolate dessert.

One night, our seats and table have even been sculpted in the sand, with seawater used as glue to seal our sunken thrones.

With a menu of Australian beef, local reef fish and Maldivian tuna, along with a good bottle of red from Velassaru's library of fine wines, we're almost tempted to start building castles in the sand, in the hope we might stay forever.

Best of the rest

Best for intimacy: Kandolhu

Pretty and petite with a chic tropical island atmosphere, Kandolhu is a luxurious paradise hideaway that's 25 minutes by seaplane from Male.

Thirty villas make up the resort, dotted around the lush vegetation or overlooking the ocean - all offering an intimate island experience without sacrificing the dining options or activity choices you would expect in some of the larger, flashier resorts.

It takes about 10 minutes to stroll around the island, walking barefoot along sandy paths shaded by coconut trees as butterflies flit past, so there's no chance of losing your way.

Kandolhu's 90sqm water villas are a Maldivian dream and feature a king-size bed, a day bed, private sun deck, plunge pool and free-standing bathtub. Step straight down into the balmy sea to snorkel among schools of tropical fish.

Although the resort is small, there's still a choice of four restaurants serving a la carte international food, Italian dishes, freshly caught seafood and teppanyaki.

There's also an option to book a canape sunset dolphin cruise on the resort's sailing yacht.

Best for all-inclusive: Kuramathi

Kuramathi, one of the first resorts to open in the Maldives in 1975, has had a revamp and now offers five villa types in addition to its great value all-inclusive packages.

A 20-minute seaplane journey from Male, this large-scale resort has seven bars, three buffet restaurants and nine a la carte restaurants, with options such as a Romance or Lobster Dinner served in a private corner of the beach.

Along with a wide choice of beach houses and water villas, its new sunset villas are set on the secluded tip of the island, near the long stretch of its famous 1km sandbank. The most romantic is the sunset water villa with an 18sqm pool and steps down to turquoise waters.

New restaurants on site include Kobe, where diners can eat teppanyaki cuisine while suspended above the water, Inguru, serving Asian fusion, and the Champagne Loft, which has glorious views of the Indian Ocean.

Beyond the wining and dining, if you head to the spa for a treatment in one of the over-water pavilions, your ritual will be serenaded by the sound of the sea. A highlight is the hydropool suspended over the blue lagoon.

Islands of Pradise which are best in Maldives to Visit

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It's still a top choice for most honeymooners, but which Maldives resorts are the ones to really fall in love with?


As I sink back into a turquoise beanbag almost the same colour as the glistening Indian Ocean ahead of me, I relish the silence and seclusion of my secret island escape.
Only days earlier, we'd arrived at Velassaru, an elegant boutique resort that can easily be reached in 25 minutes by speedboat from Maldivian capital Male.

But as it turns out, my husband has even greater treats in store.
Armed with snorkelling equipment, bean bags, a glamorous muslin tent and luxury hamper, we head to a private island for a romantic adventure.

While we swim in the water, our talented crew create a cabana with bamboo poles to shade us from the midday sun, and prepare a picnic of champagne, sushi and sashimi.



Looking out across crystal clear waters, we sip bubbly and get to grips with our chopsticks, as small sand crabs gatecrash our private party.

It's just one of many romantic moments during our stay at Velassaru.
The resort itself has a laid-back vibe and sleek, modern furnishings with a palette of white and turquoise. There's a beautiful infinity pool framed by hammocks strung between coconut trees, but we prefer the privacy of our luxury beach villa with uninterrupted views of the lagoon.

The beach is only metres away, and every day we snorkel along a house reef teeming with tropical fish.
Come nightfall, the 21-acre coral island gears up for intimate dining experiences that make you want to fall in love all over again.

Out of a choice of five restaurants, our favourite is Sand, where we dine under a private beach pavilion lit by torches and candlelight. While burying our toes in the sand, we enjoy culinary delights such as king prawns and fillet steak from the stone grill, finishing off with an exquisite chocolate dessert.
One night, our seats and table have even been sculpted in the sand, with seawater used as glue to seal our sunken thrones.

With a menu of Australian beef, local reef fish and Maldivian tuna, along with a good bottle of red from Velassaru's library of fine wines, we're almost tempted to start building castles in the sand, in the hope we might stay forever.

Best for intimacy: Kandolhu


Pretty and petite with a chic tropical island atmosphere, Kandolhu is a luxurious paradise hideaway that's 25 minutes by seaplane from Male.

Thirty villas make up the resort, dotted around the lush vegetation or overlooking the ocean - all offering an intimate island experience without sacrificing the dining options or activity choices you would expect in some of the larger, flashier resorts.

It takes about 10 minutes to stroll around the island, walking barefoot along sandy paths shaded by coconut trees as butterflies flit past, so there's no chance of losing your way.
Kandolhu's 90sqm water villas are a Maldivian dream and feature a king-size bed, a day bed, private sun deck, plunge pool and free-standing bathtub. Step straight down into the balmy sea to snorkel among schools of tropical fish.

Although the resort is small, there's still a choice of four restaurants serving a la carte international food, Italian dishes, freshly caught seafood and teppanyaki.

There's also an option to book a canape sunset dolphin cruise on the resort's sailing yacht.

Best for all-inclusive: Kuramathi


Kuramathi, one of the first resorts to open in the Maldives in 1975, has had a revamp and now offers five villa types in addition to its great value all-inclusive packages.
A 20-minute seaplane journey from Male, this large-scale resort has seven bars, three buffet restaurants and nine a la carte restaurants, with options such as a Romance or Lobster Dinner served in a private corner of the beach.

Along with a wide choice of beach houses and water villas, its new sunset villas are set on the secluded tip of the island, near the long stretch of its famous 1km sandbank. The most romantic is the sunset water villa with an 18sqm pool and steps down to turquoise waters.

New restaurants on site include Kobe, where diners can eat teppanyaki cuisine while suspended above the water, Inguru, serving Asian fusion, and the Champagne Loft, which has glorious views of the Indian Ocean.
Beyond the wining and dining, if you head to the spa for a treatment in one of the over-water pavilions, your ritual will be serenaded by the sound of the sea. A highlight is the hydropool suspended over the blue lagoon.


Coral Protection and Regeneration Programme Launches by Anantara in Maldives

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With four luxury resorts in Maldives - Anantara Kihavah Villas, Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort, Anantara Veli Maldives Resort and Naladhu Maldives - guests can take their pick from some of the best locations and experiences in the Indian Ocean, including getting up close and personal with the local marine life and vibrant coral reefs, snorkelling with manta rays in an UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, free diving with whale sharks or cruising the house reef 18 metres below the surface, just a few strokes out from the shoreline.

In line with the philosophy that environmental responsibility begins at home, the Anantara team in Maldives has joined forces with marine biologists from Coral Reef CPR - conservationists, biologists and ecologists whose mission is to reduce threats and promote sustainable management and rehabilitation of reef ecosystems - to develop ways to protect the coral ahead of the anticipated environmental stresses of El Niño, a climate cycle that has a global impact on weather patterns.

Led by Chief Scientist, Dr. Andrew Bruckner, the five-year programme, Holistic Approach to Reef Protection or ‘HARP’, encompasses practical environmental protection and marine education with the goal of limiting potential damage to the reefs in Maldives and ensuring the coral reefs continue to not only survive, but to thrive.

 As well as Anantara taking its responsibility to the local environment very seriously, the programme will also ensure that guests at each resort – as well as the local community – can continue to enjoy the spectacular world beneath the waterline for many years to come.

Corals in Maldives


Extending across the expansive Laccadive Sea in the Indian Ocean, Maldives is a country of atolls; small coral islands encircled by azure lagoons. Unique to Maldives, luxury resorts are the sole occupants of each island, providing a truly private and unique experience. Coral reefs beneath the shimmering waters of Maldives protect the pristine beaches and guard the crystal-clear lagoons. They also support an astounding array of tropical fish, crustaceans and bizarre-looking molluscs. But for all of its beauty and apparent resilience, coral is a sensitive organism, vulnerable to extreme weather, sudden environmental changes, the effects of global climate change, as well as outbreaks of coral predators.

Principal investigator and lead scientist with Coral Reef CPR, Dr. Andrew Bruckner, said, “Some reefs in Maldives are experiencing unusually high water temperatures which is causing coral bleaching. These coral animals contain symbiotic single-celled algae within their tissues, which provide the coral with up to 90% of its energy. Once stressed, the coral expels these algae, causing them to turn completely white. If algae loss is prolonged and the stress continues, corals can die. But it’s not all doom and gloom, when a coral turns white, it is not dead and if the stress-caused bleaching is not severe, coral can recover.”

Director of Conservation for Minor Hotels, John Roberts, elaborates further, “On their first visit in October 2015 the visiting marine biologists performed a major Crown of Thorns Starfish removal from the reefs surrounding Anantara resorts in South Male Atoll. In the process, the scientists helped save a great reef on Anantara Veli Resort, which is now also proving most resilient to current bleaching. As part of those efforts last year, Coral Reef CPR and Anantara have produced a manual to distribute throughout the country outlining best practice should there be another Crown of Thorns Starfish outbreak.”

Holistic Approach To Reef Protection (HARP)


Currently all project work undertaken in Maldives by Coral Reef CPR for HARP is funded by the Anantara initiative ‘Dollars For Deeds’, whereby Anantara guests are invited to donate one dollar for each night of their stay, which is then matched dollar for dollar by Minor Hotels Group.

Dollars for Deeds funds raised in Maldives are committed over the coming five years to three key focus areas: protection of marine and coastal environments; environmental education; and community welfare.

In January this year, Coral Reef CPR returned to Maldives for the first of four monitoring phases throughout 2016. Ten monitoring stations were set up on coral reefs surrounding Anantara resorts in South Male Atoll and Baa Atoll, with the purpose of evaluating the water conditions and marine populations before, during and post 2016 El Niño phenomena.

 Already widely reported by international media across the globe as being the longest El Niño on record, during Coral Reef CPR’s second visit to Maldives in April this year, promising results have been extracted from the monitoring stations, despite some alarming findings.

“Since the beginning of March, temperatures on the reef have exceeded 30°C and they remained above 31°C during April, reaching 32 - 33 °C in lagoonal environments,” explained Dr. Andrew Bruckner. “Under normal conditions, sea water temperatures should be 3-4 degrees cooler at depth but these high temperatures are extending beyond 35 metres depth. These high water temperatures are due to an unprecedented El Niño event which is now in its second year. Simultaneously the sea has been unusually calm which has allowed excessive levels of UV light radiation to penetrate the reefs.”

“Due to stressful conditions corals in some areas in Maldives began to pale in colour at the beginning of April and several sensitive species bleached white. By mid-April between 60-80% of corals on the reef we were monitoring were fully bleached or a very light yellow in colour. In certain shallow lagoonal environments bleaching was much more severe, and sensitive corals were affected. On a positive note, by the end of April temperatures on Baa Atoll had begun to decline and there was very little coral mortality on the outer reefs,” he said.

Super Corals


Through this research some surprising and exciting revelations have been discovered. Georgia Coward, Project Manager and Fishery Biologist with Coral Reef CPR said, “Although the level of bleaching is similar to that reported during previous El Niño events and is comparable to reports from other countries, we have observed a number of colonies of each species that have proven resistant to changing conditions, possibly by producing protective fluorescent pigments. Similarly certain colonies have not bleached at all despite being located adjacent to corals of the same species that bleached severely. We refer to these as “super corals” and feel that these may have adapted to elevated sea temperatures. Over the coming months we will be analysing extracts taken from the super corals and other coral species in laboratory conditions, as well as looking closely at the fish population reports surrounding them.”

Looking Forward


The third and fourth phases of the HARP Programme with Anantara involve creating a coral nursery to assist in the rehabilitation of degraded and damaged reefs. Through coral mariculture, when the scientists return in July and October 2016, small branches from the identified super corals will be extracted and propagated. Once matured, these corals will be transplanted back on to the reef.

During the visits from Coral Reef CPR scientists, guests at the Anantara resorts in both South Male Atoll and Baa Atoll can enhance their diving and snorkelling experiences by joining the marine biologists on their excursions, and participate in Anantara’s endeavours to keep the reefs healthy and vibrant for generations to enjoy.

Future visits from Dr. Andrew Bruckner, Georgia Coward and other Coral Reef CPR scientists are set for the end of July until mid-August 2016 and October 2016.

The Details & Photos of Newest Resort in Maldives, Soneva Jani.

Loading Maldives Offers.... The brand’s newest luxury resort offering will comprise 24 water villas and one island villa, with additional island villas planned at a later stage And the date is now scheduled for October 2016

Soneva Jani is Inspired by a word that means wisdom in Sanskrit, Soneva Jani is located on the island of Medhufaru, which is part of an uninhabited five-island cluster in the Noonu Atoll.

The highlight of the resort is its location within a 5.6 kilometer lagoon of crystal clear waters with uninterrupted 360° views of the Indian Ocean. The main island is fringed by pristine beaches and blanketed with lush tropical greenery.

Soneva Jani Water Villas and Beach Villas




Soneva Jani includes 18 units of one-bedroom Water Retreats, four units of two-bedroom Water Retreats, one three-bedroom Water Retreat, one three-bedroom Water Reserve, and one four-bedroom Island Reserve.

Every water villa has a private pool and opens to its own stretch of lagoon, with some villas featuring slides going directly from the top deck into the lagoon below.
The highlight of the villas is the retractable roof in the master bedroom, which slides back at the touch of a button so that guests can lie in bed and stargaze.

Like all other Soneva properties, the spacious villas feature beautifully designed interiors by Eva Shivdasani, one of Soneva’s co-founders, and are made from the highest quality sustainable materials.
“When we opened Soneva Gili more than 15 years ago, it stood out as a unique and new concept in luxury travel. It is my belief that Soneva Jani is even more revolutionary. There are many small details and improvements, for example at Soneva Gili, guests would often sleep on the top deck so that they could sleep under the stars. In each Soneva Jani Water Retreat or Reserve the master bedroom roof slides back at the press of a button. It closes automatically if it rains.”

“We live in an ever more crowded and developed world. Soneva Jani is one of the lowest density resorts in the world. Just 25 Villas are built in an area that stretches nearly five kilometers. It is not an island resort. It is a lagoon with five private islands where only one of these will have development. When designing and building Soneva Jani, I was very mindful that when we open, the area should seem as natural and beautiful as the first day I laid eyes on it,” he added. “Soneva Jani is one of the most anticipated hotel openings in the Indian Ocean this year. We have already witnessed a huge amount of interest, with the first few weeks fully booked within a few days of opening the booking system to the global travel trade.”  – Sonu Shivdasani, founder and CEO of Soneva.

Some of Soneva Jani main features

Soneva Jani will include all of Soneva’s popular features including

– a Spa,
– a dive centre
– an observatory
– a children’s den
– an Eco Centro
– organic gardens
– and an outdoor Cinema Paradiso.
The cinema will be the first ‘silent cinema’ in the Maldives, as guests will be given Bluetooth earphones to watch movies so as not to disturb the nesting wildlife in the area.

Gastronomy at Soneva Jani

The resort will serve global cuisine at five dining outlets, and will feature Soneva’s ubiquitous cheese, chocolate, ice-cream and charcuterie rooms that are complimentary for all guests.

Various destination and specialty dining experiences will also be available.


“Soneva Jani is a place of incredible natural beauty. The waters in the lagoon have the most vibrant shades of blue that I have not seen anywhere else in the Maldives. We have an extensive array of marine life, including turtles, rays and occasionally dolphins, and the lagoon is an excellent place for kayaking, sailing and swimming as it is calm, shallow and extends for miles and miles. The villas are stunning and include all the attention to detail that Soneva is renowned for. Construction is progressing quickly and we are on track for an opening in October 2016” – Olivia Richli, the Pre-Opening and General Manager of Soneva Jani.

In constructing the resort, Soneva kept its environmental impact as low as possible.

The pools use seawater with UV filtration and the villas have been built over the sandy floors of the lagoon, with no damage to any part of the reef. 
Furthermore, solar PV will be a significant source of power generation at the resort, all waste-water will be collected and treated on-site, and water will also be produced on-site, including drinking water. Soneva’s Eco Centro Waste-to-Wealth centre will ensure that waste is recycled, while the extensive vegetable garden will give local produce for the restaurants based on organic principles.

Soneva Jani Opening Date

The resort’s soft opening is planned for October 01, 2016, while the official opening date is fixed at November 05, 2016. Bookings are now available from October 01, 2016 onwards so get ready !


Soneva Jani Photo Gallery

Soneva Jani water villas have a beautiful swinging chair on the deck

Soneva Jani water villa lounge and dining area

Soneva Jani water villa top floor dining area

Soneva Jani water villa bathroom

Soneva Jani water villa master bedroom

Soneva Jani water villa master bedroom with lagoon view

Soneva Jani water villa at sunset

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This November New Boutique Resort Milaidhoo Island Opens ‘50 Chapters of Laid back Island Living’ to the Maldives’

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The opening of the boutique five star Milaidhoo Island Maldives this November is one of most anticipated luxury resort openings of the year. Milaidhoo, due to open its doors in November 2016, promises its guests a new chapter of barefoot island living on its tiny 300m by 180m island set in the heart of a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in the Baa Atoll region of the Maldives.

Shunning the current trend for high-gloss name-dropping look-at-me hotel glitz; at Milaidhoo barefoot informality is at the very heart of the island’s ethos where selfie-sticks and drones are not encouraged.  Perfectly located to offer the absolute best of the Maldives to its discerning guests, Milaidhoo offers a return to a classic, relaxed Maldivian holiday style on a tiny island with deep soft white sand beaches and a vibrant coral reef where dolphins, whale sharks and manta rays are visitors – a benefit of being in a protected marine area.



Water Pool Villa, Milaidhoo Maldives



This private, luxury island is reached by a scenic 30-minute seaplane flight from the international airport. Standing on stilts over the lagoon are 30 spacious over-water villas (245 square metres) and hidden amongst the tropical greenery are 20 serene villas on the beach (290 square metres). All villas have large private freshwater swimming pools and an island host to attend to the guests’ every whim.  Designed by local architect Mohamed Shafeeq, the resort’s 50 villas have been made using materials and fittings custom-made for Milaidhoo in a way that epitomises the true contemporary Maldives style.  Spacious outdoor living is the key phrase: the villas open up 180-degrees to allow the natural beauty of the Maldives to become part of the room.


Beach Pool Villa, Milaidhoo Maldives




Milaidhoo is the only resort in the atoll that has been created specifically with couples in mind, although children aged nine and above are welcomed.  It further differentiates itself from the herd with its ‘Milaidhoo Moments’; a collection of exclusive activities for the luxury traveler seeking meaningful and memorable experiences.  Milaidhoo will offer its guests access to Hanifaru Bay, a marine protected area, which attracts the largest seasonal groupings of manta rays in the world.

Milaidhoo is serious about its food.  Gourmets will feel at home in the three restaurants and two bars; the resort’s signature restaurant is overwater and shaped like three traditional Maldivian sailing boats.  It – uniquely in the Maldives – will offer a modern interpretation of ‘island influenced’ cuisine.  Cocktails will be fresh, creative and on point while the wine list has been designed to pique the interest of wine lovers with a choice of much loved classics alongside a selection of wines from lesser-known boutique winemakers.  All villas have their own wine fridge where guests can keep their personal favourites.



Beach Pool Villa, Milaidhoo Maldives




Milaidhoo is the only resort in the atoll that has been created specifically with couples in mind, although children aged nine and above are welcomed.  It further differentiates itself from the herd with its ‘Milaidhoo Moments’; a collection of exclusive activities for the luxury traveler seeking meaningful and memorable experiences.  Milaidhoo will offer its guests access to Hanifaru Bay, a marine protected area, which attracts the largest seasonal groupings of manta rays in the world.

Milaidhoo is serious about its food.  Gourmets will feel at home in the three restaurants and two bars; the resort’s signature restaurant is overwater and shaped like three traditional Maldivian sailing boats.  It – uniquely in the Maldives – will offer a modern interpretation of ‘island influenced’ cuisine.  Cocktails will be fresh, creative and on point while the wine list has been designed to pique the interest of wine lovers with a choice of much loved classics alongside a selection of wines from lesser-known boutique winemakers.  All villas have their own wine fridge where guests can keep their personal favourites.

Maldives Luxury Resort Soneva Jani will make it debut in October 2016

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Resort operator Soneva is to open its second resort in the Maldives later this year.

Soneva, which was spun off from Six Senses four years ago, has announced that Soneva Jani will make it debut in October.

The resort, featuring 24 water villas and one island villa, is located on the Maldivian island of Medhufaru, which is part of an uninhabited five-island cluster in the Noonu atoll. The resort can be reached by a 40-minute seaplane flight from Male airport.

The company already operates Soneva Fushi in the Maldives and last year launched the yacht-based Soneva in Aqua private charter sailing experience, which operates from Soneva Fushi. It also runs the Soneva Kiri resort in Thailand.

Soneva Jani has been built on a 5.6-kilometre private lagoon with all water villas having private pools as well as opening out on to a stretch of lagoon. Some villas also feature slides running from their top deck to the lagoon below.

Another selling point of the new resort’s villas is a retractable roof in the master bedroom. This allows guests to stargaze from the comfort of their own beds and closes automatically if it rains.

Facilities at Soneva Jani will also include a spa, dive centre, children’s den, organic gardens and an outdoor cinema with sound provided by Bluetooth earphones. Waste from the resort will be recycled though its Eco Centro system.

Sonu Shivdasani, Soneva’s founder and CEO, said: “It is not an island resort, it is a lagoon with six private islands where only one of these will have development.

“When designing and building Soneva Jani, I was very mindful that when we open, the area should seem as natural and beautiful as the first day I laid eyes on it.”

Soneva plans a “soft” opening for the resort on October 1 with an official opening date of November 5. Bookings are being taken for arrival from October 1.