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| rating 1- none – rating 2- none – pure escapist fantasy is the hallmark of the conrad maldives rangali island- the epitome of every tropical paradise fantasy to quote british elle magazine. this is a stunning- romantic island resort offering sophisticated barefoot luxury- surrounded by glorious natural beauty. situated in a picturesque corner of the maldives- the conrad maldives rangali island is a sybaritic combination of 3 luxury resorts spread across 2 islands- surrounded by a vibrant coral reef and lagoon. this resort boasts the worlds only all-glass undersea restaurant- the largest beach villas in the indian ocean- as well as the country s only destination spa- complemented by a second spa with glass-floored treatment rooms over the ocean. frequently winning awards and accolades- it is home to 50 of the most luxurious water villas in the country- 79 exotic beach villas and 21 fabulous spa water villas with private treatment rooms. gourmet s paradise food lovers will find themselves at home amongst the 7 restaurants- while wine connoisseurs will be happy to hear that over 10000 bottles of wine- 700 labels from ALL around the world await discovery in the 3 bars. the 7 restaurants and 3 bars are superb- offering outstanding cuisine served in stunning locations the famous undersea restaurant ithaa offering fusion western/maldivian cuisine in a dramatic setting 5 metres below the waves- la carte dining at vilu by the lagoon s edge- and japanese style teppanyaki at the koko grill. atoll market offers diners the chance to explore the best of the world s cuisine from 8 different kitchens in the sand-floored restaurant- while the over-water sunset grill is the place for memorable meals under the stars. underground wine cellar is home to over 5000 bottles of wines selected by the resort s wine master and the setting for stunning dgustation gourmet wine dinners hosted by chef and the sommelier- while the over-water mandhoo restaurant in spa retreat is a beautiful venue for gourmet spa cuisine. rangali and vilu bars are the place to stop by for the perfect pre-dinner cocktail or late evening aperitif- while at the black sand-floored wine bar diners can delight in 101 of the world s best cheeses combined with the perfect glass or two of wine – and a resident maitre fromager to advise on the best pairing. spa therapy total indulgence continues for guests at the resort s two luxurious spas- one on each island. the spa retreat is the country s 1st destination spa offering a holistic combination of therapies- accommodation- dining and exercise in tranquil surroundings using marine-based products- while the over-water spa offers guests an innovative new range of treatments- based on ayurvedic principles. the spa retreat is a self contained resort-within-a-resort set on stilts over the ocean with a full range of therapies aimed at those looking for a total programme that lasts several days and for those with specific health or beauty concerns. guests stay in one of the 21 luxurious spa water villas set in glorious over-water isolation- each boasting double sun-decks- spacious bathrooms and private treatment rooms with twin massage beds. over-water spa is designed to let the mind and body unwind in harmony with the beauty of the natural environment. 4 treatment rooms have glass floors giving guests entrancing views of the beautiful marine life while being pampered by expert therapists. both spas are open to ALL guests. true romance as one of the most idyllic settings in the world to say i do – the hotel is extremely popular with couples wishing to have the ultimate- romantic wedding ceremony. couples can choose from a beach wedding on the sands- a chapel of love ceremony on the wedding pavilion- an underwater wedding in the ocean scuba diving classes beforehand if necessary – or undersea wedding in ithaa restaurant. these renewal of love ceremonies have ALL the symbolic activities of traditional nuptial ceremonies- except of course they take place in paradise.  |