Jumeirah Vittaveli - Maldives

Jumeirah Vittaveli -Maldives

Famous worldwide for its unbelievably beautiful setting and warm exotic culture, the Maldives is host to some of the world’s most lavish resorts. Jumeirah Vittaveli Private Island, is one of the most premium ones amongst them, offering white sand beaches, private pools, and exquisite dining.

A short seaplane flight from Male, is where you will find this gorgeous private island. The décor is luxurious, staff are the most experienced and ready to deal with any request. Enjoy cycling, croquet and a range of water sports, they even have their own submarine or just relax on the yacht while going for a Sunset Cruise. Take time to sample the Maldives’ greatest selection of vintage wines perhaps and cuisine, overseen by experienced chefs.

The 43 beach villas and suites, 46 ocean villas and private ocean retreats, 1 Royal Residence. 4 Restaurants, a Wine Library, overwater lounge, a Cigar Lounge, Pool bar and a Beachside cocktail bar . Private swimming pool in every villa, main adults pool next to B4R, family pool inside Kids Club Complimentary use of Vittaveli Bicycles , Full range of water sports, Spa and fitness services , Overwater Talise Fitness Centre open 24 hours ,Kuda Koli Kids Club & Island Treasure Hunt – are just some of the bespoke indulgences at the Jumeirah Vittaveli .

Amit Majumder, General Manager, Jumeirah Vittaveli , says: “Our personal attention to each guest adds another dimension of luxury to Jumeirah Vittaveli . This completely self-sufficient hideaway includes its own arrival jetty with overwater bar, an open air kitchen, restaurant, private beach, pools, spa and gym, exquisite living and dining pavilions as well as separate service quarters. Guests can enjoy unrivalled privacy while still having all the activities and facilities of an award-winning resort at their fingertips. We have put much thought into planning out each little detail of the Island Resort and I am confident that guests will be amazed by the level of service as well as privacy that they will experience when staying with us at our luxury tropical retreat.

The Jumeirah Vittaveli Experience

The Jumeirah experience begins as soon as guests arrive at the Maldives airport. They receive priority customs service and a personal welcome at the airport, followed by a 20 minute luxury yacht transfer to the island. A traditional Maldivian Bodu Beru reception awaits, comprising a group of drummers and dancers who greet guests at the private jetty. The Royal personal butler takes over, making sure from here on that the stay at the Jumeirah Vittaveli is indeed Bespoke luxurious experience. Mine was the lovely Aziza Ait Sermane.

‘The gigantic Ocean Villa’ can only be accessed by a speed boat. The Villa includes the Master Bedroom on the upper floor with a king-size bed , as well as a separate indoor living area, an additional bedroom on the ground level, private spa treatment room and a tiny manmade private beach. Three indoor bathrooms with his and hers vanities and oversized stone bathtub by Kelly Hoppen™ is complemented by an outdoor bathing area featuring a Jacuzzi with in-built TV and a private pool –including your own private open air deck as well as walk-in wardrobe and stone bathtub. ‘The Villa’ also has its own giant water slide, which lands into the Sea in front of the Villa.

Guests of the Ocean Villa enjoy access to all facilities of Jumeirah Vittaveli via dedicated buggy and chauffeur, including a PADI Dive base, water sports centre, four restaurants and two bars, Kuda Koli Kids’ Club with family pool, and a Talise Spa with overwater and garden treatment rooms. With its focus on understated luxury and cultural connection, Jumeirah Vittaveli offers guests a true Maldivian luxury island experience.

Nestled in South Male atoll, Jumeirah Vittaveli sits graciously, just 20 minutes away from Male International Airport. As one makes their way across the crystal clear waters of the Indian Ocean aboard their fully equipped, (yes they also have wifi on board), motorised catamaran, all the expectations and anticipation will soon become fulfilled beyond your imagination.

With a traditional Maldivian welcome and more activities to fill the days, with things one can only dream of, Jumeirah Vittaveli is the perfect place for an entire family to speed things up or slow things down. Everything the Maldives has to offer, is served up in the way only Jumeirah can.

Watersports, wellness, diving, beachside havens – Jumeirah Vittaveli has it all.

SWARNA

Touted as perhaps the most expensive Indian Restaurant Globally

Swarna translates to ‘gold’ in Sanskrit. True to its name, the restaurant is exclusive in its décor and ambience. Set in a lush garden with open-air dining cabanas, Swarna creatively interprets traditional Indian recipes to create a unique dining experience.

Recognized as the “Best Indian Cuisine in Asia” by the World Luxury Restaurant Awards in 2016, 2017, and 2018, the restaurant’s menu features hand-picked ingredients from around the world. The signature Swarna Thali represents a journey through the rich heritage of Indian cuisine, all served on an oversized copper plate.

The ‘Gold at Swarna’ menu is an exquisite dining experience including such rare luxuries as Iranian caviar, known for its delicate taste, black summer truffles, picked for their distinctive aroma, as well as Khasi lamb from Jaipur in Rajasthan. The lavish meal ends in a golden dessert truffle, infused with dark chocolate. Gold in edible form is added to each course, such as the gold-coated Himalayan pink salt or rose gold-coated lamb patty.

Chef Bharat Kapoor

Definitely a powerhouse of talent and technique, this young chef from the stables of Welcomgroup, Taj, Masala Club, Baluchi etc , is the brain behind the star attraction at the Jumeirah Vittaveli – Swarna-Inspired Indian restaurant. Also touted as perhaps the most expensive Indian restaurant globally. He is successfully bringing Indian food to a global platform, with his intricate research of each ingredient which uses to develop amazing recipes.

He fuses techniques from across the globe keeping Indian flavors intact , hereby seeking inspiration from our regional cuisines.

Chef Francis Cp

Chef Francis Cp; Executive Chef Jumeirah Vittaveli – his deep passion for quality food, sustainable agriculture, and the culinary arts. Is what he likes to use to give us the wonderful food he cooks.

His Specialities include – Foie Gras, which can be prepared in many ways. His favorite is a classic Terrine de Foie Gras with hints of spiced stone fruits that harmonize with the creamy yet delicate flavors of the liver.

‘But there is nothing better than a pan-fried Hilsa. The texture of crisp, Bengali mustard sauce when it reaches your palate is heavenly’ he says. This preparation is rounded off with a piquant sauce based on mustard and gandhoraj lemon, so that the tartness of the sauce and the mustard paste makes a great marriage.

One must cook from the heart is his mantra.

Ollie Dabbous

The Jumeirah Vittaveli was host to Michelin Chef from The United Kingdom , Chef Ollie Dabbous of Hide Restaurant – London. Nine Courses presented by the Master included –

Watermelon Shallot Cucumber Green Chilli
Celeriac and Avocado in a chilled Lemon VerbenaBroth
Glazed Soft Shell Crab
Ripe Mango with Lime Leaf
Etc all paired with Wines by their in house sommelier

Tina Dotzauer

The spine of the Jumeirah Vittaveli Group as I would call her. The very lovely Tina Dotzauer’s single minded commitment to the brand has taken it to be where it is today in a huge way. The grace and the warmth in which she welcomes and makes sure everything is taken care of for the guest , is indeed commendable.

Royalty – Jumeirah Vittaveli

Royalty is the key word when describing The Jumeirah Vittaveli Private Island. Built to celebrate the beauty of the island and the Indian Ocean, Jumeirah features ornate architectural designs to emulate the luxury synonymous with the brand and of the island. The Jumeirah Vittaveli offers guests the opportunity to visit the sea turtles and other marine life through diving expeditions. Catch glimpses of unbelievable sights including vibrant coloured reefs, sea turtles etc emerging from coral caves and thousands of remarkable fish swimming around. With the underwater world below providing ample opportunities for exploration, guests are able to truly appreciate the beauty of this private island.