Imagine waking up this Valentine’s Day to a floating champagne breakfast and a day of sun, sea, sand and spa treatments ahead of you with your special someone. There’s no better gift than quality time together at one of The Maldives’ most-sought after new resorts, SO/ Maldives.

Just a 15-minute boat ride from Malé Airport, the stylish island resort introduces a new generation of luxury for modern adventurers. SO/ Maldives boasts a statement collection of beachfront and over-water villas with panoramic views of the turquoise Emboodhoo Lagoon, while delicious dining and signature wellness journeys are at the heart of a typical day at the resort, giving you the chance to reconnect with your partner and with yourself.

The Villas

Modern luxury meets signature artistic flair in the 80 beachfront and overwater villas, each offering panoramic views, open plan living and a private pool and deck with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean. Spanning one to three bedrooms and with eight different categories, each villa is a cocoon of sartorial luxury that comes with Maison CODAGE toiletries which use sustainably-sourced vegan ingredients; plush robes and slippers; and an individualised concierge service.

ROMANTIC DINING

No Valentine’s break is complete without a romantic dining experience, and at SO/ Maldives guests will be spoiled for choice. On 14^th February, couples can celebrate the day with a five-course dinner including free flow house champagne at the Riviera-inspired Lazuli Beach Club – where live music and a DJ will be entertaining guests for a lively evening. For a more laid-back atmosphere, head to casual, all-day dining destination, The Citronelle Club, for dishes inspired by the flavours of Asia, while Hadaba delivers the atmosphere and aromatic flavours of Arabian nights with sumptuous Levantine cuisine.

SHOW YOURSELF SOME LOVE

There are plenty of opportunities for you and and your partner to reconnect with each other and with yourselves at the SO/ Maldives Wellness Camp. Get active at the state-of-the-art fitness sphere or totally unwind with the restorative spa menu, and access the Camp’s facilities including a hammam, steam and sauna rooms, Vichy Rainforest Shower, and revitalizing vitality pool. Complimentary scheduled classes such as yoga, meditation, sound healing, and personal training sessions are also available, making for the perfect way to show yourself some love this Valentine’s Day.

GET ACTIVE: WATER ADVENTURES & EXCURSIONS

Thrill seekers can get involved in an array of paid and complimentary water-based adventures including kayaking, parasailing, snorkeling, jet ski, stand-up paddleboarding, and offsite excursions available. Guests can learn how to scuba dive, and for more experienced divers, curated dives can be arranged including turtle expeditions, outer reef explorations and traditional Maldivian fishing excursions. Lessons in windsurfing, kitesurfing, catamaran courses, parasailing, surfing, hydro flight rentals and more are also available while private boats and yachts can be chartered by the hour or the day for private exploration.

For the ultimate romantic escape, couples can book the Paradise for Two package that includes a floating champagne breakfast in your private villa, a couple’s spa indulgence experience, and complimentary speedboat transfers to and from the island. Prices start from $950+++ (when you stay for three nights or more). Book a stay between 15 January and 18 February to indulge in these benefits and much more.

For more information or to book, please visit https://so-hotels.com/en/offers/paradise-for-two/