Chris Stead discovers why the most iconic resort in the Maldives delivers on the dream. We all have a unique bucket list, but the Maldives likely gets a run in the majority of people’s dream destinations. The deep, rich aqua of its oceans, teeming with exotic wildlife .
Long tall palm trees reaching out from unblemished white sands. And in between, a hammock blowing lightly in the wind. My fascination with the Maldives began with the overwater villa.
I’d fantasise about what it must be like to be sleeping out over the water, the waves lapping underneath. Especially that villa with the big waterslide: you know the one. Not just opulent and luxurious, but fun, too.
That overwater villa belongs to Soneva Jani and as fate would have it, I’ve just returned from experiencing it first hand..
