Constance Moofushi, Maldives

When in Maldives…swim with rays, be it Sting, Eagle or Manta; get up close and personal with eels, sharks and schools of fish, and enjoy the abundance of aquatic life the Constance Moofushi’s house reef is blessed with. Up on dry land, eat, drink and be merry at Manta Bar & Restaurant (go ahead, it’s all-inclusive), siesta on hammocks, chill by the pool or soak up a massage…atoll life is good

South Ari Atoll, Republic of Maldives
The resort is reached by a 25-45 minute seaplane flight during the daylight hours; a dedicated lounge with WiFi, snacks and refreshments for Moofushi guests is a nice welcome

An abundance of pristine white sand encircle the island; where some islands are experiencing receding sandbanks, there is clearly not an issue at Moofushi

Following the contour of the beach, several intimately sized decks flank the arch-shaped emerald infinity pool – the message here is not everyone needs to recline in the same stretch of deck

Swimming pool, gym, spa, entertainment lounge, PADI dive centre, dhoni excursions, big game fishing, snorkelling, top cat, pedal boats, windsurfing, boutique, departure lounge

A total of 110 villas (24 Beach Villas, 56 Water Villas, 30 Senior Water Villas)
In all villas: air-conditioning, ceiling fan, bathroom, shower, WC, hairdryer, sitting area, complimentary WIFI, Apple TV, mac mini (iPod connection, CD & DVD), telephone, mini-bar, safe, tea, coffee facilities and a timber terrace

0200PM / NOON

Manta: from live cooking stations, sumptuous ‘around the world in 7 days’ buffets, wood-fired pizzas to Maldivian local favourites in a relaxed bare-foot setting, Manta is refreshingly nourishing
Alizee: located by the water’s edge, Alizee dishes up beachside favourites including knockout burgers, fresh cut sandwiches with fries to charcoal grilled blue fin tuna and sirloin
Manta Bar: directly adjacent to Manta, this playful outdoor living room offers afternoon waffles with ice cream and cocktails and live DJ entertainment after dark
Totem Bar: fresh fruit smoothies, fragrant iced teas and light snacks are served under the shade of giant indigenous trees

Start with a Pomegranate Scrub, finish with a Papaya Wrap and a massage in between; over-water Spa de Constance features 8 treatment rooms and a dedicated yoga pavilion.

Will not be disappointed

Yes, everything about the resort is perfectly suited for an idyllic island

Children are welcome but there are limited children’s facilities and no formal kids’ club though babysitting is available; this is definitely couples’ territory