CONSTANCE HALAVELI NORTH ARI ATOLL

CONSTANCE HALAVELI RESORT opened in 2009 in the stunning North Ari Atoll . With water villas fanning out from the semi-circular island like a mast and sail , the resort brings to mind a dhoni drifting along upon the bluest of lagoons . Taking traditional Maldivian luxury to new heights , Constance Halaveli Resort has private plunge pools in each of its 86 contemporary thatched villas . Circling the island , the resort ’ s 20 Beach Villas are particularly spacious , each cocooned in its own tropical garden . Equally luxurious , perched right over the lagoon alongside a jetty that arcs toward the ocean , are the resort ’ s 57 water villas . Beautifully designed , with floor-to-celing windows staring out across the lagoon and private sun-decks where guests can indulge in sunset cocktails or cool off in their private plunge pool , the water villas bring you spectacularly close to the ocean . While the villas at Constance Halaveli make this a honeymooners ’ delight , the resort will also appeal to families , with a fabulous Kids ' Club ( ages 4-11 ) that ’ s open from 9am right up until 10pm . This allows parents to enjoy an intimate evening meal , either at Jing , serving Asian Fusion cuisine on stilts over the lagoon , Jahaz , the main buffet restaurant serving International Cuisine , or in Meeru , which has a relaxed , barefoot atmosphere right on the beach . Days are usually spent wandering the beach or snorkelling in the lagoon , but more active guests can use the tennis court and gym , or try the water sports . Close to three of the best dive sites in the Maldives ( Shark Point , Maaya Thila and Halaveli Wreck ), the resort also has its own excellent PADI dive school . The Spa de Constance treatment pavilion offers a unique space resting on stilts over the tranquil lagoon . This is an oasis of calm where you can take time out to soothe your body and rejuvenate your spirit . Constance Halaveli is an idyllic sanctuary for families and couples alike .