Huvafen Fushi, Maldives

Huvafen Fushi represents the utmost in style and exclusivity, with a select 43 bungalows, each with private pool and elegant, clean interiors. Facing the pristine lagoon with direct access to the beach, the Beach Bungalows offer overhead fan, espresso machine, private bar, L'Occitane amenities, day bed, safe, IDD telephone - Bang & Olufsen cordless telephone, 32" plasma screen, Bose surround sound system with DVD and a sumptuous deck overlooking the beach with daybed and dining table. The private courtyard houses an oversized bath, fresh water plunge pool, waterfall shower and outdoor daybed.

In addition to the offerings of the Beach Bungalows, the Deluxe Beach Bungalows have a much larger outdoor living area. The front timber deck is ideal for lying back and watching the flying fish. Laze on your day bed or sun loungers while enjoying the tropical scenery. Out in your private courtyard a larger plunge pool is perfect for relaxing. These bungalows offer extremely spacious living with an array of exquisite fabrics and an even more selective range of designer furnishings.

The Lagoon Bungalows with their split-level layout lead into the tropical waters and feature a private deck with sala and a separate sun bathing deck with panoramic views. Your Bose surround sound system with its 40" plasma screen has speakers throughout. Listen to your favorite tunes in your freshwater pool or in your freestanding bath cantilevered over the Indian Ocean.

The aptly named Ocean Bungalows look toward the vast Indian Ocean for miles and miles. Exploring your three-tier deck, you find a freshwater infinity pool, dining area, alluring day bed and sunbathing terrace. The living room, Featuring a 50" plasma and Bose surround system, is easily transformed from state of the art theatrette to a soothing massage room with glass floors to view the pristine waters below. Post massage, sink into your oversized Jacuzzi bath and lose yourself in the endless shades of blue stretching toward the horizon.

Sample Celsius, the main restaurant, by candlelight or in the bright Maldivian sunshine, refreshed by cool ocean sprays. It’s about luxe-but-laid-back dining on a white sand floored deck branching out over the lagoon. UMbar is at the water’s edge, overlooking the infinity pool, while Vinum, the underground wine cellar, hosts occasional dinners with a selection of wines and hosted by management. Sitting out over the water, Raw caters the most natural and healthy cuisine, while Salt offers an open-style kitchen for fine dinners. Fogliani’s is plane and simple dining on the sand, serving traditional wood-fired pizzas and fresh antipasti beneath a canopy of palms.

The Lime Spa features 6 over-water treatment rooms and 2 underwater rooms surrounded by a live aquarium of fish, sharks and corals. The above water relaxation area is, I must say, the prime spot to watch the spectacular Huvafen Fushi sunsets. There are traditional dhonis anchored off the island to take you diving, exploring other islands, snorkeling or whatever you wish. The water sports center will equip you for having fun in this unbelievable paradise.

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