Simply Abu Dhabi XXVI

1 4 1 S I M P LY A B U DH A B I S ituated on the pristine Dhaalu atoll, the St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort brings together the luxury branding of St. Regis and the natural beauty of this enchanting island nation. Surrounded by stunning landscapes, lush tropical vegetation, a fine white-sand beach, a brackish lagoon and the glistening turquoise Indian Ocean, this intimate retreat offers the perfect safe haven. Ideally poised on its own exclusive island in the Republic of Maldives whose 26 atolls comprise 1,192 islands, of which only 200 are inhabited, guests of the St. Regis Maldives – the first-ever private island resort within the St. Regis brand – are greeted by breathtaking aerial views of the 22-acre Vommuli Island, tucked away in the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, as they arrive from Malé by seaplane. “We are thrilled to debut the St. Regis Maldives – an incredible addition to our expanding collection of resorts in one of the world’s most spellbinding destinations,” says Lisa Holladay, global brand leader at St. Regis Hotels & Resorts. “The design reflects a contemporary aesthetic and exemplary attention to detail, redefining the concept of private island luxury.” Designed with great respect to its natural surroundings by WOW Architects and Warner Wong Design, the island is defined by several distinct ecological areas: lagoon, beach, coastal and jungle. The 77 island and overwater villa accommodations with their own private pools are peppered throughout these areas, each offering unique activities and amenities. A premier destination for world-class snorkelling and diving, the Lagoon Zone is home to many sea creatures that live in or around the atoll. Boasting a water amphitheatre, the Iridium Spa (whose design is based on a crustacean) and the resort’s private house reef – one of the nation’s most renowned – are ideal for taking in the magnificent underwater world teeming with marine life.