Post-pandemic holiday? The Ritz-Carlton just opened its first Maldives resort on the Fari Islands offering beautiful beaches and sumptuous suites with gorgeous views
- Discerning travellers, take note: the luxury brand has opened its first resort in the Indian Ocean haven – a 100-villa getaway designed by Kerry Hill Architects
- The Maldives eased travel restrictions in July 2020 and its built-in social distancing – and stunning nature – has seen it continue to be a coveted holiday spot
As the world continues making progress with Covid-19 vaccinations and slowly looking at easing travel restrictions, travellers must be itching to get on board the first plane to destinations that are open, safe and above all, relaxing. And the Maldives, the quintessential tourist paradise, has been welcoming travellers to its turquoise waters and white-sand beaches for a while now already, having opened its borders back in July 2020.
Situated on the northeastern tip of North Malé Atoll, the resort is a 10-minute seaplane or 45-minute speedboat ride from the Malé airport. Conceived by renowned architectural practice Kerry Hill Architects, the design of the new Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands is drew inspiration from its natural surroundings, from the tranquil water to the Indian Ocean breezes.
The resort’s 100 villas are set above water or facing the powder-sand beach, with one- to three-bedrooms available.
The bungalows are built in a minimalist architectural style – this is a place where nature, after all, provides all the bells and whistles you could possibly need.