After seeing pictures of this stunning island in its soft opening phase, I just knew that I had to get there and see it’s beauty with my own eyes, and it certainly didn’t disappoint.

Opened in November 2016, Milaidhoo is a boutique luxury resort in the Baa Atoll UNESCO biosphere reserve, close to Hanifaru Bay, 126km north-west of Male. The scenic transfer is by seaplane, which is a wonderful experience in itself.

It’s perfect for nature lovers as it’s own coral reef, which encircles the island, is a protected area and noted as an outstanding snorkelling and diving site in its own right. A marine biologist is on hand to take you out and meet Nemo and friends on the reef.

The tiny beautiful island, abundant with tropical greenery, measures just 300m by 180m and is fringed by soft deep white sand beaches.

Everything at Milaidhoo has been custom made and made for comfort; crafted around the clients’ needs. I can certainly vouch for that, as I have never been to any other hotel in the world, where they provide you with your own yoga mat, very thoughtful touch and sincerely appreciated. What can be better than doing a flow or inversion with the sound of the ocean lapping at the edge of your water villa?

All staff are eager to please, and the dining experiences here just superb

Milaidoo is an extremely special island, very intimate, and it’s a wonderful luxury to have spent some time there, I cannot wait to return one day.