Toasting champagne glasses aboard a sunset cruise, where dolphins glide seamlessly through tranquil waters, it’s easy to see why such a serene setting has guests wishing they could stay longer. Set against sweeping panoramas of the aquamarine Indian Ocean, InterContinental’s first foray to the Maldives holds the environment it now calls home close to its heart, joining forces with the Manta Trust and encouraging guests to dive right into marine conservation.
Pared-back in design, artisanal touches echo the attention to detail running through Maamunagau as a whole Disconnecting from the hustle and bustle of everyday life is as plain sailing as could be – though the real sailing on offer may not be quite so simple. For the contemporary traveller searching for a sense of freedom, here is where you'll find it.
Residence Exterior
Pool And Loungers
The Retreat Bar
The Retreat Swings
Three Bedroom Royal Residence
Royal Beach Residence Bedroom
The Lighthouse Dining Interior
Island Bicycles
One Bedroom Beach Villa
Warm welcomes set the tone from the moment you reach Maamunagau. Whisked away to your villa, formalities are forgotten in favour of fast-tracking your route to repose.
Intuitive yet thoughtful, Curators (InterContinental’s personal butlers) are on hand to help shape your stay, leaving you to reconnect with loved ones amidst a truly beautiful backdrop. After all, holidays are about the company you keep.
Surrounded by not one but two Manta Ray sanctuaries, in-house marine biologists educate and enthral listeners with sustainably-ran excursions. Though getting up close and personal with these gentle giants is just a drop in the ocean when it comes to the rich variety of wildlife here. Head out to the beachfront at dawn to snorkel the house reef, spying everything from vibrant fish to octopi, or even turtles drifting slowly through crystal clear waters.
Rising above pristine beaches overarched by tropical palm trees, the Maldives is probably the last place you’d expect to find a Lighthouse. Remarkable beyond aesthetics, this signature restaurant is a standout feature for fine dining; a stylish alternative to the ‘all-club’ benefits enjoyed with no need for glad rags. Spoilt for choice, leave responsibilities behind at The Retreat, an adults-only oasis ideal for savouring aperitifs hour at the base of the lagoon.
People are at the heart of everything at Maamunagau, with thoughtful surprises appearing seemingly out of thin air from the moment you arrive.
If love is in the air, take the reigns to request your own surprise set up – may we suggest a romantic private dining experience to pop the question? – The Lighthouse is just the spot for capturing milestone moments in the most blissful of surroundings.
The extra days of relaxation afforded by the long Easter weekend provide an opportunity to make the most of your time off, travel further afield and experience some close-of-winter sun while waiting for spring’s stubbornness to subside.
Ours is truly a blue planet, with approximately two-thirds of the globe’s surface covered in water. Entering these watery realms has the power to positively impact our lives back on land. Strengthen bonds with fellow explorers, put problems into perspective, or inspire action to protect fragile marine ecosystems.
For all its calm waters and emphasis on relaxation, some may be surprised to learn that the Maldives loves a party. If there is one time to experience its electric atmosphere, make it the 2024 festive period. Where the resorts burst into a world of colourful celebrations and delectable dinners, and the sand banks become Santa’s grotto.
On secluded Bodufushi in the Raa Atoll, there’s a well-being wonderland masquerading as an island, where what some thought impossible has been built – a hotel concept the Maldives hasn’t seen before.
Classic luxury entwines with modern escapism at arguably the Maldives’ premier address – this is a glamorous island hideout for ritzy-glitzy beach goers.
Step into a world of your own making; a world with no restraints, where time has no meaning and where you have the freedom to live exactly as you please.
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