Sunseekers in The Indian Ocean
Business Traveller UK|December 2021 - January 2022
As temperatures drop in Britain, escape the shorter days and cold weather by heading to the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean for a relaxing break
By Hannah Brandler. Photographs by GG Archard, Elsa young
Sunseekers in The Indian Ocean
Plans for winter sun in 2020/21 may have been scuppered by the ongoing pandemic, but with the vaccine rollout and easing of restrictions around the world, now’s your chance to explore recently reopened, new and renovated properties across the Maldives, Mauritius, Seychelles, Sri Lanka, Zanzibar and Madagascar – from exclusive private islands to boutique boltholes and resorts specialising in watersports and other fun activities.

MALDIVES

OBLU RESORTS, NORTH MALÉ

Best for: All-inclusive packages Atmosphere Hotels and Resorts is set to debut two brand-new resorts in its Colours of Oblu brand in the North Malé Atoll next year. The adults-only Oblu Select Lobigili will open in February on Lobigili island – known as ‘Island of Love’ in the Maldivian language of Dhivehi. It will feature 68 chic beach and overwater villas, three restaurants (including one underwater), two bars, a spa, and an overwater gym. Guests can opt for the Lobi Plan which includes all meals, daily snacks, unlimited beverages, spa services, excursions, a selection of non-motorised watersports and a fully stocked minibar. A month later heralds the arrival of Oblu Xperience Ailafushi, a 268-villa, family-friendly resort with activities including a Kids Club, Zumba classes, and a 15-metre theatre and entertainment centre (to follow in June). Atmosphere Hotels and Resorts currently operates eight resorts within the Maldives. atmospherehotelsandresorts.com

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