Great Honeymoon Destination
May 16, 2024 Hayden_89011 Atlanta, Georgia
We recently stayed at a resort that was different from others we've visited. Although we believed our package was all-inclusive, it excluded minor things like drinks and room service. The beach was amazing, and the staff worked hard to keep it clean every day. The ocean villas allowed us to walk right off our back deck and witness incredible…
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We recently stayed at a resort that was different from others we've visited. Although we believed our package was all-inclusive, it excluded minor things like drinks and room service. The beach was amazing, and the staff worked hard to keep it clean every day. The ocean villas allowed us to walk right off our back deck and witness incredible snorkeling. However, rentals were insanely expensive, likely because we were on an island with no lower-priced alternatives. Given the high cost per night, we expected a better experience. It wasn't better for the price, likely due to the high costs of stocking and servicing the island.
What did blow us away was the water, the shark snorkeling excursion, and the food, especially the Pad Thai. The location is world-class, and the rooms were great for being built over the ocean. This resort had a more classy vibe; unlike others, we didn't see clubs or DJ nights, possibly due to the weather. My wife and I went on our honeymoon and do not regret coming here because we had a fantastic time. We snorkeled every day, played volleyball and badminton with Masud and Anish, who were an amazing part of the staff and something we looked forward to daily.
It's difficult for me to recommend this resort because there are many other options closer that might address these issues. However, my wife and I walked away with fantastic memories, and each day was worth the long trip from the U.S. If you like good beach quality, lots of wildlife, snorkeling, exploring, excellent food, and superb service, I can recommend this place. Be aware that their "all-inclusive" packages only include basic food and alcohol, not room service, and they encourage reusing towels to cut down on carbon emissions.
They did provide free cake and champagne to our room for my birthday, which was a nice touch. Also, the shark snorkeling expedition was fantastic. Overall, this is not an immediate buy, which is why it's not a 5-star review. I recommend shopping around and understanding what "all-inclusive" means at each resort, as it differs in the Maldives compared to the Caribbean. It is a solid choice to honeymoon here.
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