Price: US$6.5 million (The U.S. dollar is the standard currency used across all resorts at Soneva) Perched above the clear turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, this over-water villa in the Soneva ...

Overwater bungalows are the ultimate experience for an island getaway, allowing visitors to wake up and immediately be ...

Maldives offers some of the best private villas, overwater stays, world-class dining, wellness retreats, and unforgettable island experiences. Read on to discover the ultimate luxury hotels and ...

Watch the colourful marine life while you dine or from the comfort of your bed at this seriously swanky resort ...

Does being “stranded” over a lagoon for several days sound appealing? If not, one destination in the Maldives might change your mind. That’s The Private Reserve, the world’s largest overwater villa, ...

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The Maldives, with its unparalleled natural beauty and pristine marine ecosystems, has long been a beacon for travellers seeking solace and luxury. Renowned for its idyllic over-water villa resorts ...

Maldives is such a picturesque destination, even a glance from the plane window resembles a screensaver that has expanded to real life dimensions. One of the younger generation's most popular choices ...

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