Dream Resort: Grand Park Kodhipparu, Maldives

Grand Park Kodhipparu, Park Hotel Group's first luxury resort in beautiful Maldives, opened in June 2017. Designed by world-renowned hospitality firm, Hirsch Bedner Associates, the resort showcases sophisticated architecture, state-of-the-art interior and high ceiling of palm fringed roof. Contemporary exterior with Maldives’ traditional influence of wood and rattan, inventive rustic appeal and inviting peaceful atmosphere. Neutral tones, natural fundamentals and spacious social settings balances the unrivalled beauty of the cobalt sea and tranquility.

Featuring three outstanding destination-dining offering, The Edge - All Day Dining, with a wide selection of International culinary creations, Breeze Poolside Dining & Bar serves light menus with contemporary interpretations of Asian and Mediterranean classic, and fireDOOR, the resort's specialty restaurant for the special celebrations.

To relax and unwind, The Spa offers wellness experience with a selection of signature body and skin care treatments paired with the natural-origin products. Grand Park Kodhipparu also offers an infinity pool, fully equipped recreational beach club with fitness centre, as well as Little Explorers Kids Club to keep the little ones occupied, and a Diving & Water Sports Centre, to explore the best reef in the island and various water-sport adventures.

Grand Park Kodhipparu is located on the island of Kodhipparu in North Male Atoll famous for its dive sites and abundant marine life. The resort is also just a 20-minute speedboat ride from the airport allowing you to save time on seaplane transfers so that you get to paradise in double-quick time.

Dream Resort: Jumeirah Vittaveli, Maldives

A pearl-like string of island atolls on top of a vast submarine mountain range in the Indian Ocean forms the smallest Asian nation, the Maldives. Blessed all year round with a tropical climate and average temperatures of 30° Celsius, this stunning destination is the ideal place to indulge in restful vacations, or exhilarating adventures.

Located in South Male atoll, Jumeirah Vittaveli is a luxury getaway within easy reach. Here you’ll discover vast stretches of white sandy beaches and crystal clear waters, forming an exquisite scenery for you to gaze upon, as you let the slow pleasures of life take over. From romantic sunset dinners and couple’s spa sessions, to family fun at the pool and daily kids club activities, the options are limitless to make this the holiday you want it to be. Far from the clutches of stressful city life, Jumeirah Vittaveli lies nestled in a spot of graceful elegance, offering excitement within endless beauty.

Guests have access to an array of choices that focus on fun, diversity and a celebration of the ultimate island resort getaway. For the love of fitness and adventure, set time aside to explore the island by bicycle. Wander along sea facing trails of unsurpassed beauty; or immerse yourself in the sea with snorkelling, canoeing, windsurfing and diving in some of the world’s rarest coral reefs with the on-site PADI Best Dives Centre.

Jumeirah Vittaveli comprises 90 villas and suites each with their own private and sizable swimming pool along with direct beach or lagoon access and offering exquisite views of the Indian Ocean. A lavish 5-bedroom Royal Residence with 2 private pools provides the perfect playground for the extraordinary traveller.

The weather in the Maldives is generally pleasant with balmy mornings, sunlit days, iridescent sunsets and breezy nights. With the average temperature at about 30° Celsius throughout the year, Maldives has two distinct seasons: the dry northeast monsoon from December to March and the wet southwest monsoon from May to November. April is a transitional period between the two seasons with occasional thunderstorms that offer a welcome respite from the sun.