This romantic palm-fringed resort is located in South Male Atoll, just 35 minutes from Male International Airport. The 50 intimate overwater bungalows boast beautiful decor, breathtaking views and a host of modern amenities.

Guests can enjoy a range of international cuisine, take a dip in the infinity pool, work out in the gym or indulge in a multitude of water sports including diving, surfing, sailing and deep-sea fishing.

Situated on Dhigufinolhu Island in South Male Atoll, this resort is a 35-minute speedboat ride from the airport. Set on an idyllic lagoon, the resort offers a range of poolside, beachside and overwater villas. Facilities include four restaurants, an infinity pool, luxury spa, tennis courts, a gym, kids' club, surf school and water sports centre.

The Atoll Explorer is a purpose-built Maldivian cruise vessel, designed for making its way through coral reefs and into shallow lagoons. Atoll Explorer has been especially designed for Maldives live aboard diving cruises since 1996, when she became the first ship to offer first class cruising in the Maldives.

The atmosphere on board is that of an exclusive, well-run, floating family hotel. Expect no pretension - only dedication - to seeing that guests are comfortable and enjoying themselves. The ship's ambience is "laid back"; there is no dressing up for dinners, or entertainment. Dress code is shorts and swimwear during the day and casual dress in the evening, both on board and in the Maldives islands.

With a maximum of 40 passengers, guests soon get to know each other and every week-long live aboard Maldives cruise becomes a jolly party with friends. With its scuba diving activities and different dive sites and visits to luxury Maldivian resorts, village and uninhabited islands, Atoll Explorer provides a unique and fun-filled way of getting to know the best that Maldives has to offer living aboard.

Atoll Explorer comes equipped with 20 cabins, simply furnished with either a double bed or two single beds with attached bathrooms. All cabins have a window facing out to sea while some come with a small balcony. They are all equipped with air-conditioning, telephone, bathroom, shower area and wardrobe space.

On board the Atoll Explorer, there are several facilities to make your live aboard Maldives stay more comfortable including a restaurant and bar for your dining needs.

For full itinerary please contact your Travel Consultant

The 54.9 metre (917 gross tonne) Yassawa Princess was refurbished in July 2009 and now offers comfortable "small ship" cruising throughout the Maldives. All areas on board the Yassawa Princess are designed to create maximum style and maximum convenience to each of its passengers.

You will find the Lower Main Deck of the Yassawa home to 12 fully air-conditioned cabins spaciously designed and perfectly laid out. The A deck follows with another 14 air-conditioned cabins, again excellently designed. The upper Bridge deck also houses 7 cabins fully air-conditioned, once again with comfortable interiors.

Leading on to the Saloon deck, the hub of the Yassawa Princess entertainment, you will find an enchanting 100 seat dining room designed in a warm wood decor elegantly laid out with place settings adding the finishing touch. Providing a cosy and elegant feel, the rich wood design, signature tones and ceiling spotlights all adds to the intimate feel of your time on board.

The resident bar can also be found in the dining area which guarantees to aid you in your evening of light entertainment and relaxation. Let the staff pamper you with delectable culinary delights, a wide selection of fine wines, cocktails and spirits or a cool and refreshing beer. The choice is entirely yours.

Opening out onto the sun deck, the Yassawa experience continues. Tables and chairs are neatly laid out for you to enjoy the complimentary breakfast under the glorious early morning sunshine either ashore or on board Yassawa. For those eager to bronze under the Maldives sun, loungers and sun beds are available.

Settle down to a day of sightseeing, outdoor pursuits or complete, blissful serenity. Essential to the calming atmosphere of the Yassawa Princess is the forward lounge. Spacious and attractive, this area boasts an option of quiet solitude, the chance to mingle with other guests or merely sit back and contemplate the day's events over a beverage or two. A wonderful array of activities awaits you on the Yassawa Princess and included in the itinerary are many opportunities geared towards all passengers interests and preferences.

Night fishing is a magical experience in the picturesque surroundings of the Maldives and sunbathing on the powdery like sands is adored by all. As you stop off at the many collective Maldives Islands, you will have several opportunities to go at your own pace into the local villages for shopping, sightseeing, culture trips and spa facilities. In particular the islands of Giraavaru and Velidhu Island Resort offer the spa services helping you to feel totally rejuvenated (Additional Charge).

In fact to add to all this extravagance, the Yassawa Princessalso provides a planned and prepared barbecue night on each cruise itinerary and further ones on an ad hoc basis on the stunning beach all prepared by the two excellent onboard chefs. Night time is complimented by a slide show of pictures and memories relating to your daily excursions, providing many a pleasurable display.

Yassawa Princess offers you a unique opportunity to experience the marvels of the underwater coral gardens of the Maldives through scuba diving. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, we have dive packages and courses to suit your needs. We offer personalised services and our experienced dive masters and dive instructors ensure a professional service.

Yassawa Princess has a fully qualified and equipped diving school on board - operated by Deep Blue Dive Centre.

For full itinerary please contact your Travel Consultant

Located on Hembadu Island in North Male Atoll, this recently refurbished resort combines modern elegance with rustic charm.

Guests can choose from a range of spacious beach and water villas or splash out on a deluxe suite with private plunge pool and personal butler. All rooms offer sea views, outdoor showers, high-speed internet access and an LCD TV with home theatre system. Hotel facilities include three restaurants, an outdoor pool, a bar/lounge and a tempting spa.

Kuredu Island Resort is located in Lhaviyani Atoll, an are famous for its abundant fish life. A paradise dream in real life, with more than 3km of white beaches and aquamarine lagoons. Kuredu is situated on the northern reef of the Lhaviyani Atoll, 80 miles north of the international Airport 'Hulhule', 40 minutes by seaplane from the airport.

Exotic, thatched bungalows and spacious villas accommodate our guests. Bungalows and Villas line the white sand beach, while Sangu Sunset Water Villas are built on columns over the lagoon. On the western end of the island the magnificent Sangu Resort with exclusive Bar, Restaurant and Reception offers the fabulous Sangu Sunset Water Villas.

Whereas Kuredu Island Resort offers the cosy and comfortable Beach Bungalows and the beautiful Beach Villas.

The Atoll Explorer is a purpose-built Maldivian cruise vessel, designed for making its way through coral reefs and into shallow lagoons. Atoll Explorer has been especially designed for Maldives live aboard diving cruises since 1996, when she became the first ship to offer first class cruising in the Maldives.

The atmosphere on board is that of an exclusive, well-run, floating family hotel. Expect no pretension - only dedication - to seeing that guests are comfortable and enjoying themselves. The ship's ambience is "laid back"; there is no dressing up for dinners, or entertainment. Dress code is shorts and swimwear during the day and casual dress in the evening, both on board and in the Maldives islands.

With a maximum of 40 passengers, guests soon get to know each other and every week-long live aboard Maldives cruise becomes a jolly party with friends. With its scuba diving activities and different dive sites and visits to luxury Maldivian resorts, village and uninhabited islands, Atoll Explorer provides a unique and fun-filled way of getting to know the best that Maldives has to offer living aboard.

Atoll Explorer comes equipped with 20 cabins, simply furnished with either a double bed or two single beds with attached bathrooms. All cabins have a window facing out to sea while some come with a small balcony. They are all equipped with air-conditioning, telephone, bathroom, shower area and wardrobe space.

On board the Atoll Explorer, there are several facilities to make your live aboard Maldives stay more comfortable including a restaurant and bar for your dining needs.

For full itinerary please contact your Travel Consultant

Upon approaching the island, from the air, one can make out a few thatched roofs scattered here and there under the coconut trees. Further along, like a palm leaf on the lagoon, other small pointed hats seem to pop out of the turquoise waters. Diva Maldives is the first NaIade Resorts hotel in the Maldives and is its jewel in the crown.

On this long and exquisite private island, surrounded by a crystal clear lagoon, luxury and charm will be at work to serve guests eagerly searching for what the sea has to offer. Diva is set on Didhoofinolhu, an island of nearly 2kms long and 500m wide and it is also one of the largest in the Maldives Islands. In these turquoise waters, with all the elegance of a ballet, manta rays, whale sharks, dolphins and thousands of multicoloured fish swim about. Diva is indeed the paradise of the seas.

Surrounded by over 52 acres of powdery white beach and lush, tropical vegetation, the stunning and secluded Hilton Maldives/Iru Fushi Resort & Spa is set on the unspoilt Noonu Atoll and is accessed by a scenic 45 minute seaplane ride from Male. Experience friendly Maldivian hospitality combined with a wealth of leisure activities and services to suit all tastes at this luxury five -star Maldives resort.

One of the jewels in the fascinating Maldives is Coco Palm Bodu Hithi. This majestic island resort is where leisure and comfort luxuriously come together in the open layout of your pool villa be it right on the water's edge or perched on stilts over the lagoon. Natural textures and private outdoor spaces create a peaceful environment while sun decks lead to private pools and daybeds for privacy.

If you truly wish to spoil yourself, then look no further than the resort's Club Villas. These exclusive accommodations are catered to by their own over-water restaurant and bar. They also boast an audio-visual home theatre and a private library of books, music and films plus 24 hour butler service. If toasting under a warm Maldivian sun on a soft blanket of pure white sand isn't enough then every water sport imaginable is available. Scuba diving is to be had for the more adventurous or glide above the water on skis, sails or fins and snorkels.

For those after pampering and relaxation then the Coco Spa provides an over-water peaceful retreat for the mind, body and spirit. Coco Palm Bodu Hithi is about as close to paradise as us mere mortals will ever experience. It has been designed to create a level of relaxation rarely found in our modern world… best of all it invites you to sit back, take a deep breath, and exhale.

Featuring 112 suites and villas the hotel offers diving enthusiasts outstanding diving opportunities including an excellent house reef complete with a dedicated sunken ship wreck, and is within easy reach of the top dive spots in the Maldives.

The 7 categories of beach front and over water accommodation ranges from 76 sq m Beach Suites complete with separate living room, large terrace and indoor and outdoor showers, up to 146 sq m Luxury Beachfront Pool Villas which include membership of the exclusive Island Club, which offers guests in selected categories of accommodation a "resort within a resort" experience including use of the exclusive Club Lounge, daily servings of complimentary meals, snack and drinks and complimentary evening cocktail and canapes.

The hotel features a variety of dining options, pools, recreation activities, Sports and Fitness facilities, bar and lounges with nightly entertainment, SPA Cenvaree, and a Kids Club. The resort is relatively close to Male International Airport with an air transfer time of just 25 minutes or speed boat services (night transfer available) in 85 minutes.

Begin a love affair with seaside passion in the heavenly Velavaru or 'Turtle Island.' Angsana Velavaru boats an abundance of sea life adding to the unspoilt beauty of the area - sheer bliss for marine and diving enthusiasts and for the rest, it is where dreams of ultimate pampering come true. Forget reality as you know it and lose yourself at the Angsana Maldives Velavaru where pearly beaches, twinkling azure waters and gentle breezes seduce.

Sheraton Maldives with white sandy beaches and beautiful turquoise lagoons, welcomes guests with gracious Maldivian hospitality to a world of relaxation, fine dining, water sports and entertainment. Beautifully furnished, the 156 revitalised guest rooms reflect the essence of tropical style with the finest amenities.

With access to 7 restaurants and lounge bars, there is plenty to tempt every palate. Our lobby area with Link@Sheraton is designed so our guests can socialise or stay connected with loved ones at home. The world's first Shine Spa for Sheraton offers a truly sensational spa experience and many recreational activities and excursions keep our guests busy.

Contemporary, cutting edge and focused on a lifestyle-oriented concept, this resort is in perfect harmony with the island. Traditional Maldivian exteriors and contemporary interiors with sweeping arc of gleaming white sand and clam turquoise waters.

"Whatever you want, Whenever you want it" is the philosophy of W hotels throughout the world, and in conjunction with the famously charming service of the Maldives, this is a winning combination. 78 individual retreats are available in five categories.

The retreats are a perfect blend of W's innovative architectural design and contemporary living aesthetics with island village simplicity. Each features an extensive state of the art BOSE sound system, 42 inch plasma TV, CD/DVD player, spacious indoor and outdoor living areas, plunge pools, barbeque for private dining, outdoor tropical showers and day beds.

Cast away on a secluded atoll in the paradisiacal Maldives archipelago, you experience a sense of magic and romance at the quintessential Maldives all-inclusive resort, Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru. You'll find paradise here - catching the sea breeze as you wake up in the morning, diving into the blue of the Maldives and swimming in between wondrous sea creatures, luxuriating in the comfort of your elegant five-star Maldives Beach Villa.

A unique way to experience the Maldives, Four Seasons Explorer gives scuba divers effortless access to remote shores and exceptional dive and snorkelling sites among the untouched reefs and vibrant thilas of the exotic atolls. The three-deck, live aboard luxury catamaran, all-inclusive itineraries allow divers to explore exciting channels and wrecks, sunrise and night dive sites as well as seasonal manta ray and whale shark hot spots.

A 20 minute boat ride from Male International Airport brings you to Jumeirah Vittaveli. Nestled in a spot of astounding beauty, this is the flawless setting for uninterrupted contentment and family recreation.

Escape to an idyllic world where spectacular beauty fuses with blissful comfort. An unspoilt island resort beckons in the heart of the Indian Ocean. Lose yourself in a pure horizon, where the calm breeze whispers notes of serenity beside the iridescent water and vast stretches of pristine sand. Like the archipelago of islands that it belongs to, a constellation of treasures awaits leisure travellers who share a passion for luxury experiences.

There is a unique activity for every guest, an array of choices that focuses on fun, diversity and a celebration of the ultimate island resort getaway. For the love of fitness and well-being, set time aside to visit the Health Spa and Gym. Wander along sea facing trails of unsurpassed beauty; immerse yourself in the sea with snorkelling, canoeing, windsurfing and diving in the world's rarest coral reefs.

The resort features two dedicated Children's clubs, one for children from two years of age to 12 years, and a teen club for those aged 12 and above. A program of daily activities for children of all ages will be on offer, keeping everyone safe and entertained throughout their holiday. All activities on the daily program will be fun as well as educational.

Jumeirah Vittaveli offers a wide variety of cuisine catering for every type of palate. Based on an appreciation of individuality and unique luxury service, our award-winning chefs maintain a culture of excellence in our three captivating restaurants, whether it be relaxed al fresco dining by the sea, or cocktails and culinary sophistication within themed interiors.

Using the meaning of Vittaveli, Talise Spa and ila has created a special concept which uses 'Space' and 'Light' as elements within the spa program. ila treatments are completely unique and centre on ancient techniques of yogic healing and energy work.

With an exquisite selection of wellness programs available to choose from, our team of traditional and alternative therapists will cater to every holistic need. Jumeirah Vittaveli has chosen ila as the spa partner to create exclusive signature treatments only available within Jumeirah's Maldivian resorts.

Lux Maldives is an island resort, surrounded by a crystal-clear lagoon and miles and miles of ocean in shades of blue and turquoise. This is the place for a real break, far removed from the bustle of modern life, on a beautiful island, full of tropical greenery, surrounded by a fabulous lagoon, perfect for swimming and snorkelling and close to the Maldives' best dive sites.

Maldives is famous for its marine diversity and especially for its whale-sharks, which average well over 20 feet in length. The country has some of the most fabulous sites for diving in the world, and luxurious Diva is the ideal base. The most beautiful sites are less than an hour from the Resort.

The boat journey makes diving trips more enjoyable. Guests set out in dhonis, a traditional Maldivian form of boat, and an experience in itself. The sea is never closer than in the exclusive Water Villas, standing on its stilts over the lagoon. You can simply slip from your own private deck into the water.

Departing Melbourne from $3169*, departing Adelaide from $3189*, departing Brisbane from $3189*, departing Perth from $3189* and departing Sydney from $3189. Please contact your Travel Associates consultant to suit your travel plans.

One of the jewels in the fascinating Maldives is Coco Palm Bodu Hithi. This majestic island resort is where leisure and comfort luxuriously come together in the open layout of your pool villa be it right on the water's edge or perched on stilts over the lagoon.

Natural textures and private outdoor spaces create a peaceful environment while sun decks lead to private pools and daybeds for privacy. If you truly wish to spoil yourself, then look no further than the resort's Club Villas. These exclusive accommodations are catered to by their own over-water restaurant and bar. They also boast an audio-visual home theatre and a private library of books, music and films plus 24 hour butler service.

If toasting under a warm Maldivian sun on a soft blanket of pure white sand isn't enough then every water sport imaginable is available. Scuba diving is to be had for the more adventurous or glide above the water on skis, sails or fins and snorkels. For those after pampering and relaxation then the Coco Spa provides an over-water peaceful retreat for the mind, body and spirit.

Coco Palm Bodu Hithi is about as close to paradise as us mere mortals will ever experience. It has been designed to create a level of relaxation rarely found in our modern world… best of all it invites you to sit back, take a deep breath, and exhale.

Shangri-La's Villingili Resort and Spa is the first luxury resort in the Maldives to be located south of the equator. Offering guests a stylish experience in a spacious, all-villa environment, the resort is surrounded by lush vegetation, including 17,000 coconut trees, and over six kilometres of picturesque coastline with nearly two kilometres of white-sand beaches.

Stylishly furnished accommodation includes private ocean retreats and tropical tree house villas – unique to the Maldives - with superb views. Guests can enjoy a tempting selection of dining and entertainment facilities, innovative treatments at CHI, The Spa at Shangri-La, and a variety of aquatic leisure activities, or explore by bicycle the five neighbouring islands connected by a 17-kilometre road.

Those seeking an experience with a difference can enjoy a cruise on a luxury yacht with lunch on the equator. The resort is a 70-minute flight from Male and an eight-minute boat ride from Gan Airport on Addu Atoll.

Imagine arriving in a seaplane on a speck of land that emerges from miles and miles of cobalt blue water. At Angsana Velavaru, you will wake up to the adventures of a tropical island. Angsana Velavaru brings out the intrepid traveller in you. Our resort is located in a picturesque lagoon in the pristine South Nilandhe Atoll. Mix romance with adventure between deserted islands and a house reef.

Woo your partner on a sunset cruise or spend the day on an uninhabited island. Spend quality time together, learning the ropes of navigating coral reefs in the company of dolphins and turtles. Experience the dazzling water world at your doorstep.

A unique way to experience the Maldives, Four Seasons Explorer gives scuba divers effortless access to remote shores and exceptional dive and snorkelling sites among the untouched reefs and vibrant thilas of the exotic atolls. The three-deck, live aboard luxury catamaran, all-inclusive itineraries allow divers to explore exciting channels and wrecks, sunrise and night dive sites as well as seasonal manta ray and whale shark hot spots.

At Anantara Kihavah Villas the beauty of the sparkling ocean is yours alone. Located on the Baa Atoll, only 35 minutes by seaplane from Male International Airport, this large, pear- shaped coral island promises and idyllic setting fringed with lush vegetation. Indulge in pool villas set right over the water, with excellent diving, a crystal-clear lagoon and beautiful nearby reef to explore.

Escape to a secluded island resort in the heart of the Indian Ocean, where the sea is inviting and sparkles in the glowing sunlight. Walk barefoot on cushions of soft white sand and unveil a place idyllic enough to lose yourself in the tranquillity of peaceful horizons, yet spectacularly indulgent enough to unwind and relax, effortlessly.

Discover a string of island pearls so rare that only a discerning few have made footprints on the pristine beaches and bathed in the iridescent waters where precious corals reside.

Enter the world of Jumeirah Dhevanafushi. Here, guests experience mesmerising beauty far from the pressures of modern life, a secret place caring for your every desire. With your own private butler and personal chef, immerse yourself in the remote luxury offered by this untouched blissful hideaway.

The resort features three restaurants and one bar, offering a variety of culinary options. At Jumeirah Dhevanafushi, our philosophy is based on recognising individual needs and we have developed a unique personalised gastronomic experience.

Talise Spa covers 1,700m2 and includes 3 private over-water treatment rooms and one VIP room, hamman, steam, sauna, incorporated in the treatment rooms. Rasoul Chamber (traditional Middle Eastern cleansing and exfoliation treatment, using mud, steam and oil) will be added at a later stage.

The range of individual treatments makes use of traditional and alternative therapies, with skilled masseurs creating absolute harmony. Talise Spa specialises in treatment rooms for couples and is set in luxurious surroundings which include a yoga platform over water and a viewing jetty to sit and enjoy the breathtaking sunsets.

Jumeirah Dhevanafushi offers a 190 m2 swimming pool, a 70m2 fully equipped over- water gym, a Yoga Pavilion and an extensive selection of land and water sports activities. Other leisure activities include fishing, diving, snorkelling, sailing, waterskiing, windsurfing, kite surfing, kayaking and a PADI 5-star dive centre, offering guests access to one of the best reefs in the Maldives.

The coral reefs will be one of the highlights of your stay. Explore the vibrant underwater coral gardens famed for their abundance of fish and turtles, with professional scuba or snorkelling equipment. For slower days, a private chef will prepare a picnic of the finest delicacies to enjoy on a remote part of the island paradise.

A unique way to experience the Maldives, Four Seasons Explorer gives scuba divers effortless access to remote shores and exceptional dive and snorkelling sites among the untouched reefs and vibrant thilas of the exotic atolls. The three-deck, live aboard luxury catamaran, all-inclusive itineraries allow divers to explore exciting channels and wrecks, sunrise and night dive sites as well as seasonal manta ray and whale shark hot spots.