The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands

Set in the North-eastern rim of North Male Atoll within the Fari Islands Archipelago, The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands features 100 elegantly designed villas by the Kerry Hill Architects. Brightened by crisp beaches and azure lagoon, the resort is located merely a 45-minute scenic speedboat transfer or 10-minute seaplane transfer from Velana International Airport. The exclusive collection of private villas offer a private pool, indoor and outdoor spaces including an ensuite-bathroom, sunken bathtub, walk-in closets and signature amenities, complemented by the legendary Ritz-Carlton service refined by a distinguished Aris Meeha, island butler. Guests can enjoy a vibrant culinary scene, with seven restaurants and bars located on a dedicated Culinary Island, Grand Sunset Beach, or the Fari Marina. Exquisite venues from overwater to beachfront settings, paired with ambiences from intimate to laid-back curated to fit every mood. The restaurant highlights include South Italian flavours, expresso bar and the library at the island's living room, La Locanda, authentic Cantonese fine dining at Summer Pavilion - a Michelin-starred collaboration, teppanyaki under the stars at Iwau and a culinary journey from Lebanon to North India at Arabesque. The resort features a signature Ritz-Carlton Spa with Bamford amenities, a state-of-the-art fitness centre, a Ritz Kids club and Jean-Michel Cousteau's Ambassadors of the Environment program. The resort offers the perfect balance of serene and social life, with a vibrant marina located in the Fari Marina Village with upscale restaurants, boutiques, an art studio, Fari Marina beach club, a Fari Lagoon Coral Adoption & Marine Biology Center.