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<\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\nVilamendhoo Island is an adventurer’s paradise, surrounded by a spectacular house reef just a short swim away from the expansive sandy beach. Its location in the South Ari Atoll makes it a whale shark and manta ray hotspot all year round, offering 50 dive sites within a 30-minute boat ride. On the island, enjoy the relaxing tropical atmosphere and genuine hospitality as you recharge for your next adventure. Vilamendhoo is a family-friendly resort with a separate boutique-style adults-only area, three bars, two a la carte restaurants, two freshwater pools, a dive centre, and a watersports centre. The island is a 25-minute scenic seaplane transfer from the Male’ Velana international airport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Situated in the dive famed Lhaviyani atoll, a scenic 45 minutes from the Male’ Velana International Airport, Kuredu island is a renowned Turtle hotspot. The island is vibrant with 14 restaurants and bars, fourteen room categories, fantastic evening entertainment, a wide array of land sports, a gold course, a dive centre with a hyperbaric chamber and watersports. The resort is family-friendly and includes two separate boutique-style areas within the island, the adults-only Sangu Resort and O resort for guests of 12 years and above.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Situated in the Lhaviyani Atoll, Komandoo is a scenic 40-minute seaplane ride from Velana International Airport. Komandoo is tailor-made for romance, combining the beauty of the Maldives with the charm of a small resort. A laid-back retreat guaranteed by award-winning attentiveness and a variety of leisure activities, ideal for your honeymoon, a tranquil romantic escape, or a getaway with friends. Pure and simple paradise awaits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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