SHANGRI LA ’ S VILLINGILI RESORT AND SPA

SHANGRI-LA ' S VILLINGILI RESORT AND SPA is the first luxury resort in the Maldives to be located south of the equator . Surrounded by lush vegetation and nearly two kilometres of white-sand beaches , this all-villa resort offers guests a choice of stylish accommodation that ranges from private ocean retreats to tropical tree house villas with superb views . The spacious villas evoke a feeling of serenity , with touches of Middle Eastern and Indian elements . A selection of fine dining choices includes Dr . Ali ’ s , incorporating three distinctive living rooms that focus on fine cuisine from the Indian Ocean , the South China Sea and the Arabian Gulf . Villingili Island provides many possibilities for a healthy start to the day : take a walk through the resort ' s jungle , dive in the lagoon or follow one of the marked jogging trails . For those able to drag themselves away from the beach , activities include kayaking , sailing , deep-sea fishing , or a cruise on a luxury yacht for lunch on the equator . For diving enthusiasts , there are more than 25 dive sites teeming with marine life , including a dramatic shipwreck within half-hour ’ s boat ride away from Villingili Island . On land , the new Villingili Golf Course is nestled on seven and a half hectares of land at the southern end of the island , where spectacular sights await you . Designed as a fun , recreational nine-hole , par three and four golf course for aficionados and beginners alike , it was developed while keeping the island ’ s natural beauty untouched . A diversity of palms and exotic flora highlight views of the ocean and turquoise lagoon . Both players and non-players will delight in exploring a scenic walking path and secluded , intimate beach coves on the bordering shores . Children are well-catered for in the Cool Zone , which provides educational activities and lots of land and beach-based activities . For some pampering , CHI , The Spa draws inspiration from the origins of the Shangri-La legend , a place of personal peace , enchantment and well-being . The spa offers a selection of Asian massages and Indian Ayurvedic treatments , alongside locally inspired treatments and a yoga pavilion overlooking the Indian Ocean . This beautiful island offers something for everyone and is perfect for families and romantics alike .