The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands  

On the private Fari Islands in North Malé Atoll, a short transfer from Velana International Airport. This beachfront Maldives luxury resort sits near Bandos, Angsana and Paradise Island beaches and is a family-friendly escape surrounded by turquoise lagoon.

Art‑Deco touches meet island ceremony—from a conch-shell welcome to sunset Bodu Beru drums and a flaming evening ritual. Rooms and villas boast private plunge pools and indoor spa tubs, pillowtop beds with Frette linens, 55‑inch LED TVs, deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showers for a sleek, pampered stay.

A full-service spa offers massages, body treatments and facials beside a private beach. Splash in the outdoor pool (with waterslide), sip at the poolside or beach bar, or enjoy 24-hour room service. Concierge, multilingual staff and babysitting (surcharge) keep things easy—wake up to sea-breeze mornings and linger in island luxury.

Complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected. Concierge and a tour desk handle transfers and excursions; safe-deposit, laundry and dry-cleaning services are available for convenience.

Seven restaurants and bars span Culinary Island, Grand Sunset Beach and Fari Marina Village. Dine alfresco at La Locanda for Southern Italian flavors and fresh coffee aromas, savor mezze and kebabs at Arabesque, enjoy Mediterranean family-friendly plates at Beach Shack, or taste contemporary Cantonese at Summer Pavilion—plus lively sunset cocktails and beachfront dining options.