Resorts Magazine

The villas on both islands harmoniously blend with the surrounding landscape, offering a per fec t symbiosis between the colonial-st yle interiors at Falhumaafushi and Deco at Dhigurah and the lush island vegetation. Each villa, whether overwater or beachfront, is designed to create a private and comfor table haven where large glass windows open to the infinite blues of the I ndian Ocean and terraces per fec t for relaxing under the tropical sun or moonlit dinners. The culinar y offerings at The Residence stand out for their variet y. Guests have the oppor tunit y to explore international flavors at various restaurants and bars within the resor t, where freshly caught fish and local ingredients are the undisputed stars. Apar t from all- day dining options, there is a Mediterranean and a contemporar y Cantonese restaurant. Chefs Shiva and Jialong lead their respec tive k itchen brigades. Whether it ’s a romantic dinner on the beach or a sampling of gourmet dishes in elegant settings, ever y meal becomes a moment to remember. MALDIVES 112 R ESORTS M AGAZINE