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Born from a love for the Maldives, Velaa Private Island is the passion project of a couple, Radka and Jiří Šmejc, to create the world’s most luxurious private island resort and personal home. Located in Noonu Atoll, a 45-minute seaplane flight from Malé, Velaa is a destination in a category of its own, home to an array of amenities unseen across the Indian Ocean. Velaa means “turtle” in Dhivehi, the local Maldivian language. The name is inspired by the generations of sea turtles that inhabit the island and its beautiful coral reef. Conceptualised by renowned Czech architect, Petr Kolář, the design weaves contemporary luxury with intimate Maldivian nuances. Throughout the resort, a subtle design reference to the turtle is always present. From a bird’s eye aerial view, the exclusive over-water villas form the head of a turtle, whilst the island and strategically placed jetties resemble its body and flippers.
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Perched on a private beach, this family-size residence offers elegant, contemporary design and 1,350 square meters of usable interior and exterior space—including two terraces, an infinity pool and a dramatic courtyard. Carefully curated interiors have been arranged with privacy in mind – each of the four bedrooms face the ocean. Two have generous balconies and two open onto the pool with indoor and outdoor bathrooms connected by a garden atrium. The large private beach is flanked by twin gazebos ideal for dining, relaxing and entertaining. Behind the living area, a gym and spa room offer a quiet space to retire.
Accommodating up to 10 guests, Nika offers the ultimate designer beach villa retreat. Vertical wall panels have been crafted with materials such as raffia and natural wood, and earthy textiles facilitate a natural indoor and outdoor flow. The design creates a warm, yet stylish atmosphere, arranged with hand-crafted, minimalistic furniture pieces; a sprawling 5 meter dining table cut from two pieces of rare black marble slab; and positioned beneath a stunning, beaded Craaft chandelier.
Flanked by tropical foliage, with a sprawling terrace and double-sized private pool, these villas have two large bedrooms with both with indoor bathrooms and outdoor garden bathroom areas. An expansive living room offers a retreat during the day and a social hub in the evenings, complete with a bar and high stools. Rattan swinging chairs hang in the light filled bedrooms which open onto the terrace.
For the epicurean, Velaa Private Island boasts an extraordinary culinary experience with venues that are unrivalled throughout the Maldives and an extensive wine cellar with an exclusive wine selection from around the globe. With three restaurants, two bars and a wine cellar, Velaa Private Island offers an unforgettable culinary journey to its guests.
With a twist on Modern European Cuisine, Aragu is taking its gourmet experience to a new level; combining passion for culinary art with awareness and sustainability. Favoring carefully chosen, organic produces from all around the world to underline the authenticity, Gaushan de Silva created an innovative twist on the evergreens of the Old Continent. The chef’s classical culinary techniques coupled with contemporary ideas and thoughtfully picked ingredients promises a refreshing yet lavishing experience.
The amazing views over Velaa and the beautiful azure waters of the Indian Ocean are further intensified by Tavaru’s brand-new menu celebrating Teppanyaki grill cuisine. A thorough delight for wine enthusiasts, the ivory-white Tavaru Tower hosts Velaa’s extensive wine cellar. More than eight hundred bins, one of the largest on Maldives, span the spectrum from boutique wineries to grand marques. Offering guests a rare opportunity to discover gems such as the 1956 Domaine de la Romanée Conti “Romanée Conti”, rare vintage Salon Champagne, and a centuries old fortified 1870 Blandy’s “Verdelho Solera”, this exquisite list has unearthed treasures from across the globe.
With a twist on Modern European Cuisine, Aragu is taking its gourmet experience to a new level; combining passion for culinary art with awareness and sustainability. Favoring carefully chosen, organic produces from all around the world to underline the authenticity, Gaushan de Silva created an innovative twist on the evergreens of the Old Continent. The chef’s classical culinary techniques coupled with contemporary ideas and thoughtfully picked ingredients promises a refreshing yet lavishing experience.
The amazing views over Velaa and the beautiful azure waters of the Indian Ocean are further intensified by Tavaru’s brand-new menu celebrating Teppanyaki grill cuisine. A thorough delight for wine enthusiasts, the ivory-white Tavaru Tower hosts Velaa’s extensive wine cellar. More than eight hundred bins, one of the largest on Maldives, span the spectrum from boutique wineries to grand marques. Offering guests a rare opportunity to discover gems such as the 1956 Domaine de la Romanée Conti “Romanée Conti”, rare vintage Salon Champagne, and a centuries old fortified 1870 Blandy’s “Verdelho Solera”, this exquisite list has unearthed treasures from across the globe.
Athiri is beachfront all-day dining at its finest, where guests can enjoy a feast of creative cuisine served fresh to their tables or prepared to their request. A wood-fired oven means hot freshly made pizzas, signature of Athiri, are served throughout the day.
Enter a world of expertise and excellence, pleasure and performance, where cutting-edge technology meets the ancestral art of touch. Offering you the ultimate treatment experience, all the programmes are uniquely designed for your personal needs, creating a balance of life between spa treatments, mindfulness, fitness and nutrition. Velaa Spa is a sanctuary of peace where you can reconnect with nature, rejuvenate your body and relax your mind. Using natural and organic ingredients, Vella Spa provides a fresh take on healing therapies within a location of resounding beauty.
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With a twist on Modern European Cuisine, Aragu is taking its gourmet experience to a new level; combining passion for culinary art with awareness and sustainability. Favoring carefully chosen, organic produces from all around the world to underline the authenticity, Gaushan de Silva created an innovative twist on the evergreens of the Old Continent. The chef’s classical culinary techniques coupled with contemporary ideas and thoughtfully picked ingredients promises a refreshing yet lavishing experience.
The amazing views over Velaa and the beautiful azure waters of the Indian Ocean are further intensified by Tavaru’s brand-new menu celebrating Teppanyaki grill cuisine. A thorough delight for wine enthusiasts, the ivory-white Tavaru Tower hosts Velaa’s extensive wine cellar. More than eight hundred bins, one of the largest on Maldives, span the spectrum from boutique wineries to grand marques. Offering guests a rare opportunity to discover gems such as the 1956 Domaine de la Romanée Conti “Romanée Conti”, rare vintage Salon Champagne, and a centuries old fortified 1870 Blandy’s “Verdelho Solera”, this exquisite list has unearthed treasures from across the globe.
Athiri is beachfront all-day dining at its finest, where guests can enjoy a feast of creative cuisine served fresh to their tables or prepared to their request. A wood-fired oven means hot freshly made pizzas, signature of Athiri, are served throughout the day.
Full Buffet Breakfast
Welcome Drink upon Arrival
Non-motorized watersport activities
Personal Butler Service
WiFi
Aragu Signature Restaurant & Cru Champagne Bar
Athiri Restaurant & Avi Pool Bar
Spa
Water Sports & Dive Centre
Kids Club
Tavaru Teppanyaki Restaurant & Wine Cellar
Gym
Yoga Pavilion
Golf Academy
Tennis Court & Squash Court
Table Tennis
Wall Climbing
Beach Volleyball
Football pitch
Boutique
Library
Siana Travel has established partnerships with every hotel in our exclusive Portfolio, ensuring a truly luxurious experience for our esteemed guests. By booking your stay with Siana, you will enjoy a range of exclusive member benefits and our unbeatable price guarantee. Contact one of our travel tailors to book your stay.
The island of Velaa is reachable by a scenic seaplane ride of 45 mins either by Velaa’s customized plane on a private charter (9 seater) or on a commercial seaplane (15 seater). All guests are greeted upon arrival by a Velaa airport butler and directly escorted to the private lounge with refreshment facilities and a place to rest before the sea plane transfer.
Private jets can comfortably land at Maafaru International Airport with only 7 minutes seaplane distance or a relaxed 35 minutes luxury yacht ride from Velaa.
We have visited all the destinations we offer and properties that have been quality checked within a 12-month period are shown with our CP Certified logo.
We believe that luxury and sustainability can be an interconnected concept. Properties that have Sustainable initiatives and contribute in a significant manner are awarded with CP Sustainability logo.
Conservation is our passion and purpose. Every trip that we curate has at its core, a commitment to support local people, wildlife, flora and fauna, and the environments that we visit.
Having experienced every destination, property and activity for themselves, our Travel Tailors harness their intimate knowledge of all of Classic Perspective’s offering to create unforgettable and authentic experiences that surpass expectations at every turn.
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