Out & About December 2017

Famed for being home to the world’s first underwater spa, Huvafen Fushi certainly takes full advantage of its dream like surroundings. Smiles as warm as the air greet you in Malé as you board a private boat for a 40-minute transfer – you can be checked in before those waiting for seaplanes have even departed. Bold and sophisticated, the resort also manages to offer a simple and dressed-down atmosphere, which is perfect for couples. Choose from six room categories, from stilted villas over the sparkling lagoon to island chic bungalows on HUVAFEN FUSHI, MALDIVES

their own stretch of beach, all exuding contemporary cool. For a small island, Huvafen offers a lot. There are a variety of dining choices including a raw food restaurant for the health-conscious and the elegant Salt next door, which whips up fresh seafood platters, ready to be paired with fines wines from the largest wine cellar in the Maldives. Combine your land-based stay with a night aboard a traditional dhoni boat to explore private sand banks and untouched waters in style. Seven nights from £3,995 per person, half board including flights & transfers.

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