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A desert island experience in the Maldives

21st July 2010 Print
The Maldives

Ever dreamt of being alone on a desert island, surrounded by turquoise-blue sea, powder white-sand beaches whilst basking in the warmth of the sun?

For guests at Vilu Reef Beach & Spa Resort in the Maldives, dreams can come true with excursions to stay on uninhabited island or a private sandbank – perfect for the true romantic, honeymooners or those seeking an authentic Robinson Crusoe experience.

Desert Island Retreat
Spend a truly unforgettable day as the only guests on Faandhoo Island. Snorkel, swim, sunbathe and enjoy uninterrupted, quality time together. Refreshments and a special BBQ lobster lunch will be served by the island’s very own ‘Man Friday’ and if time out of the sun or an after lunch siesta is needed there’s accommodation to relax in by way of a thatched beach hut, complete with a bed and bathroom with open-air shower. At sunset, enjoy a glass of Champagne and delicious canapés before taking a private speedboat back to the luxuries of Vilu Reef.

The Faandhoo Experience is available from US$214 per person. For an additional cost, the romantic day can extend into the evening with a romantic island dinner.

Robinson Crusoe Experience
Whilst those seeking seclusion and solitude, time out alone on an idyllic stretch of serene sandbank sampling the Robinson Crusoe Experience will not disappoint. Be left for a few hours or the whole day to sample the delights of being on a completely deserted island with just the fish for company. A gourmet picnic lunch and refreshments are provided. Available from US$137 for half a day or US$237 for a full day.

The charming island experience continues at Vilu Reef Beach & Spa Resort, where nothing is too much trouble for the staff. Located in the South Nilandhe Atoll, Vilu Reef is surrounded by lush green vegetation, tall coconut palms and white sandy beaches. The 122-room resort has much to offer to its guests, but its greatest assets are something that no other resort can boast because it's natural: one side of the island is a beautiful protected lagoon and the other side is a beautiful reef ideal for snorkelling and diving.

Destinology (destinology.co.uk) is offering seven nights at Vilu Reef Beach & Spa Resort in the Maldives from £1,199 per person. Available for selected departures in August, the price includes return flights from Gatwick with Monarch, accommodation in a garden villa on a half-board basis, seaplane transfers, taxes and surcharges.

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The Maldives