BLISSFUL BEACHES

WHO CAN RESIST THE CALL OF SOFT, WHITE-SAND BEACHES, shaded by verdant palm fronds and set to a soundtrack of lapping surf? The beach lover in all of us would do well to make haste to one of the villas or suites at Four Seasons Resort

Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru. Especially ideal for couples seeking seclusion, guests enter their vast villa compound through a lagoon-coloured gate, beyond which privacy is assured within coral walls and lush vegetation. Follow the path to discover a sand-floor living and dining pavilion, but this is just the start of a unique beach experience that includes a loft with peaceful sea views from a daybed. The vast outdoor area is as captivating as it is large, with unrivalled island ambiance, a 12-m lap pool, and a traditional Maldivian swing to move in harmony with the rhythm of the waves. At night, dive into your sleeping pavilion with a lavish garden bathroom and plush four-poster bed.

For island escapism at its most unfettered, the resort’s Three-Bedroom Landaa Estate is a hideaway par excellence. Nestled on the south-east edge of the island, away from the resort hub, this 2,000 square metres of private grounds is a secluded luxury paradise for families or small groups. The indoor-outdoor design on the residence opens to a private 80-m beach and unobstructed ocean views, ushering in an immersive experience of the surrounding pristine Baa Atoll UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. Expansive, open-plan living in contemporary style is showcased from the en-suite bedrooms to the sleek kitchen where a personal chef can prepare fresh meals. When not in the showstopping 25-m pool fed by a waterfall from a second-floor plunge pool, or investigating the night sky through a telescope in the Stargazing Lounge, your Estate Manager is always on hand to make your ultimate beach dreams come true.