Maldives

The W Retreat & Spa is located on Fesdu Island in the Ari Atoll, approximately 25 minutes (by seaplane) from Male International Airport.

ACCOMMODATION
Beach Oasis (ocean front) villas each have private infinity plunge pool / balcony or patio / sun deck, BBQ grill, expansive day bed, wine refrigerator, 24-hour in-villa dining, W signature bed with custom pillow-top mattress, “munchie box” and mini-bar, 107cm plasma TV, high speed internet access, Bose sound system, coffee-maker, terry/pique spa robes, hair dryer, iron/ironing board, “Bliss” bath and body products, dual vanity basins and rainforest showers. Ocean Oasis, Seascape Escape and Ocean Haven rooms promise much more, including glass floors with lighting for night viewing (Ocean Oasis) and direct lagoon access from over-water villas. Oh, wow!

RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES
* Fully Equipped Dive Centre
* Kite Surfing
* Wind Surfing
* Water Skiing
* Canoeing
* Catamaran Sailing
* Big Game and Hand-Line Fishing
* Snorkelling
* Wake/Knee Boarding
* Complimentary Oceanside Yoga
* Aqua Aerobics
* Circuit Training
* Pool Games and Beach Games
* Billiards
* Table Soccer/Tennis

HOTEL FACILITIES
* Whatever/Whenever Service
* 24-Hour Welcome Desk
* W Living Room (with wireless high speed internet access)
* Dry Cleaning Service
* Laundry/Valet Service
* Concierge Service
* iPod Accessories
* Swimming Pool and Pool Toys
* Sweat Fitness Centre
* Away Spa
* Safety Deposit

WINE & DINE
Kitchen - Simplicity is the key, featuring an open-style kitchen with cooking stations creating fresh-baked treats and gourmet pizzas, all with freshest of ingredients.
Fire - Dine under the stars in natural surroundings and with sand beneath your feet. Choose your grill from charcoal, tandoor oven, Mongolian BBQ or open spit roaster; or opt for a la carte dishes such as succulent whole fish, mezzeh and meat dishes.
Fish - W Retreat’s signature seafood restaurant serves fresh-caught fish, perfectly prepared with a taste of Asia; or you can opt for mouth-watering sushi and/or sashimi.
Wet - Part swim-up pool bar with specialty cocktails, part pool-side lounge gone gourmet, Wet will whet your appetite, with light main courses, wood-fired pizzas, creative salads, delicious burgers and Asian dishes.
15 Below - Where can you chill out? 15 Below is W Retreat’s cool-spot where chill vibes, hot beats and creative cocktails set the backdrop for intrigue.

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Not much larger on the map than a few ink splashes by a busy cartographer, the Maldive Islands stretch from the south western tip of India all the way to the Equator. One of the most attenuated countries in the world, the 1,196 islands, in 26 distinct coral atolls, are spread over a total area of 90,000 square kilometres (about 36,000 square miles) of the Indian Ocean, yet less than 0.5 percent of this is land. Some 200 of the islands are inhabited.

Until the arrival of tourism, fishing was the main occupation in this nation of seafarers, and the relaxed pace of life seems to have carried over into the twentieth century. The graceful sailing dhonis (small craft) of old may have given way to motorised versions, but fishing with pole and line is still a common site throughout the islands.

The Maldives has the most beautiful tropical scenery, graceful coconut palms leaning over crystal-clear lagoons, coral reefs promising great snorkelling and scuba diving, and lots of sunshine. In fact, all the ingredients that make up the classic desert island. With the increasing pace of life in the modern world, it has become the ultimate getaway for those who like sun, sand, sea and doing nothing ...the last Paradise

An archipelago of 1190 islands, straddling the equator and scattered like gems across the Indian Ocean. Palm fringed islands with sparkling white beaches, turquoise lagoons and fabulous coral reefs. Clear, warm waters and magnificent marine life combine to create a water playground.

Most resorts are located on their own island, many having beach, or over-water bungalows. And the lifestyle is absolutely relaxed, with little need to worry about footwear, at any time.Here you can sunbathe, swim, snorkel, scuba, visit nearby "deserted" islands, or undertake sightseeing or fishing expeditions. The marine life is absolutely stunning and you will never tire of the innumerable species of highly-coloured fish which flit about you.

Arrangements here are usually half or full board and there is little need to worry about your next meal - resorts providing an amazing variety at their table-laden buffets.

All you need do is relax and let the pleasures of the Maldives sweep over you as you enjoy the holiday of a lifetime!

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