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J W MARRIOT
JW MARRIOTT RESORT & SPA
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Ready to receive those in pursuit of luxury, elegance, adventure and above all privacy, the island of Vagaru, on the Shaviyani Atoll, has recently welcomed the opening of JW Marriott's first resort within the Maldives; The JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa. Synonymous with beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world, the global luxury portfolio caters to today's sophisticated, self-assured travellers, offering them the quiet luxury they seek in a warmly authentic, relaxed atmosphere lacking in pretense. Edging the azure waters of the Indian Ocean, JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa is a sanctuary of scenic luxury. With over 60 expansive and stylish overwater villas and beach villas, you can find total respite relaxing upon the plush bedding, cooling off within the private pools and sun seeking upon the decks, which all feature stunning views of the shimmering blue ocean beyond. The resort places a strong emphasis on privacy and so all private decks and pools are specifically designed so they can't be seen from the outside.
The villas themselves start at an enormous 234sqm – larger than the average London flat, and there are four ultra-expansive villa types, all with private pools. The two-bedroom, three-bathroom Duplex Beach Pool Villas sleep up to five guests and have upstairs living areas and direct beach access ideal for families, whilst the Duplex Overwater Pool Villas with upstairs living areas have unsurpassed views of the Laccadive Sea. Beautiful One-bedroom Beach Pool Villas and sunrise and sunset Overwater Pool Villas are also available. No matter which villa you choose, you can be sure that style and serenity comes as a given, with each room drawing inspiration from the natural surroundings and local Maldivian culture, incorporating colours and materials that highlight the island destination. Traditional charm is interwoven throughout the resort's architecture, with thatched roof villas designed to be reminiscent of inverted Dhoni boats, the traditional Maldivian wooden fishing vessels, and slanted roof tips recalling white herons dipping their heads into the water. Headed up by food and wine expert, General Manager Marc Gussing, the resort has one of the most impressive culinary offerings in the Maldives. There are five restaurants with one in a treetop setting and one overwater, and top chefs from some of the world's most celebrated restaurants.
The plethora of exquisite restaurants are dotted throughout the resort; delight your palate with distinctive Japanese, Italian and global cuisine, along with treetop dining and buffet breakfasts at our diverse dining destinations.All tastes are catered for, with guests invited to feast on a wide range of cuisine that includes and goes beyond classic Maldivian dishes and features produce grown within the Chef's very own garden. Highlights include vibrant Thai dishes created by a former Nobu Chef in a treetop restaurant, authentic Japanese Teppanyaki, poolside Woodfired pizzas made in a traditional pizza oven, and freshly caught seafood in a fine-dining, overwater restaurant. Meals are complemented with a choice of sake, Japanese whisky, rum cocktails, smoked cocktails, and both new and old-world wines. It is only right that the drinks offer is as impressive as the cuisine upon the resort and JW Marriott certainly achieve this with three fully-serviced
bars that feature 98 different types of rum and an expansive wine cellar with over 300 labels - an exceptional offering for a remote private island with only 60 villas. For those special and more intimate occasions, in-villa dining and destination dining options are also on offer for couples or families. When you're not gazing out at the pristine sandy beaches and stunning azure waters from your overwater villa, how about enjoying taking a dip yourself any taking the team up on one of the resort amenities, water sports, dive sites or a trip to the vibrant coral reefs around Vagaru Island. As the resort is situated in the untouched Northern atoll of Shaviyani, it is a 55-minute seaplane flight to the north of Male. The island's surrounding natural reef
benefits from the island being far from Male and civilisation and is therefore teeming with sea life, waiting to explored. Conservation is key and so the resort has it's very own on-site marine biologist who ensures the pristine reef remains untouched and in perfect health whilst overseeing aquatic expeditions including diving and snorkelling. When it's time for some essential rest and relaxation, the adults-only infinity swimming pool on the tip of the island is an ideal destination for adults looking for some peace. Meanwhile a chic adults-only club house with cigar room, shisha room, a billiards table and more is available to guests looking for some action and are over the age of 18.
JW Marriott resorts are highly regarded for their familyfriendly feel and amenities and this resort is no exception. The iconic FAMiLY by JW Kid's Club called Little Griffin's is the place to be for all those little nippers seeking adventure and activities. With a 13m pirate's ship, kid's sleeping areas, a servery, games, and educational animated activities, little ones will be kept entertained for hours. Led by qualified multi-lingual instructors, youngsters can partake in a series of educational activities including informative beach walks where they are taught how delicate the ocean environment is, the importance of keeping the beach clean and the impacts of plastic pollution on marine life. The instructors also take children on an island exploration where they are given an insight into the different animal and plant species on the island, designed to encourage a love for wildlife. Sparking the imaginations of the mini guests, the active experiences at the Little Griffin's Kid's Club include a Quidditch and Gaga Ball tournament inspired by Harry Potter, a high activity team sport combining the skills of dodging, striking, running, and jumping. Designed to spark creativity in children, Little Griffin's also holds arts and crafts classes, and family pizza making and cupcake decorating for both children and their parents. After a day of activities, children can relax at one of the Little Griffin's outdoor movie nights. With the children happily occupied at the kids club, there is no better time to visit the iconic Spa by JW, overwater gym and open-air yoga pavilion that offers cutting-edge and indulgent spa treatments and a daily schedule of yoga and fitness activities. Thats said, wellness is not just limited to adults at JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa. The Spa by JW offers treatments specifically tailored for children including facial and head massages, mini manicures and mini pedicures, whilst the Little Griffin's Kid's Club offers beach yoga.
