This exclusive private island resort in the Maldives is the one to beat all beach vacations
There are arguably a few things more romantic that a stroll down the beach at sunset—even more so when it’s along the stunning shores of Maldives. But in a country where beautiful resorts are the reason for a booming tourist economy, how does one go about choosing the best spot for a honeymoon?
Of all the luxurious abodes to be found, Cheval Blanc Randheli stands out thanks to its stunning location and unbeatable hospitality.
1. First Impressions
The Cheval Blanc experience begins the moment you touch down in the Maldives. Once out of immigration, we were whisked away and chauffeured to a private lounge where we awaited, drink in hand, for our de Havilland Twin Otter seaplane to arrive. The journey from Malé airport is about 40 minutes, but a bird’s eye view of the pristine white beaches and unspoiled Noonu Atoll waters along the way mean you’ll be snapping too many Instagram-worthy pictures to notice the time flying by.
As the island of Randheli slowly comes into view, it’s surreal how picturesque everything looks. A welcome crew consisting of ambassadors, as well as some members of the management team, dressed charmingly in the resort’s iconic yellow and turquoise colours, warmly greet the arrivals.
Check-in is literally a breeze, as our majordomo (personal butler) introduces himself, greets us by name, hands us a drink and towels to freshen up, and directs us to a buggy that takes us straight to our villa.