Banyan Tree, Vabbinfaru, Maldives

A 30-minute speedboat ride separates the island home of the Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru, from the main town of Male.  In addition to its rejuvenating natural attributes of white sand beaches and tempting azure waters, it boasts a Spa with six pavilions dedicated to a myriad of massage, body and beauty treatments.  Scuba-diving is also an important feature and a variety of certification courses are readily available.  Windsurfing, snorkelling, night fishing and catamaran sailing are complimentary whilst water skiing and excursions to neighbouring islands are offered at additional charges.  Accommodation is provided by 48 circular Garden, Ocean View and Ocean Front villas, some with outside Jacuzzis and air-conditioning, tucked away in the gardens or overlooking the beach. An ideal honeymoon hideaway with beautiful circular villas with thatched roofes, private walled gardens, jet pools, four-poster king-size beds, recessed sitting areas, step-down showers and private terraces are just a few of their charming features. Dining is available under a canopy of stars in the Llaafathi Restaurant which offers local Maldivian food and international cuisine. Alternatively you can dine  on a sandbank or on your villa deck. A full board option is available currently and represents excellent value for money. Style Luxury beach lodge with beach accommodation Access/transfer 30 minutes boat transfer from the main airport Air/Con Yes Dining Yes, 1 restaurants and 1 bar-lounge Children Yes, but not for the very young No. of bedrooms 48 suites and villas Pool No Activities Snorkeling, fishing, water skiing, windsurfing, canoeing, catermaran, windsurfing and diving. Special offers Free nights and honeymoon specials. Baby sitting is available. Price range From £2230.00 per person (low) to £2700.00 per person (high) based on two people sharing an ocean view villa full board with speed boat transfers and return economy class flights on Sri Lankan Airlines from London Heathrow.