When Ritz-Carlton arrived in the Maldives it was one of the most anticipated hotel openings in 2021 globally. With the brand only operating a little over 100 hotels it’s not very common to see them pop up in one of the most iconic destinations in the world. Many may think it focuses mainly on business people and couples looking for a luxurious getaway but you couldn’t be more wrong when looking at this property, boosting one of the finest kids clubs in the Indian Ocean and offering some of the most stunning accommodation for families. As my kids are true Maldivaholics I decided to take the whole family on a journey to the Ritz-Carlton and soon found out it’s a paradise for the whole family. Let me explain…

The welcome

We were staying in another resort prior to this and from the moment our boat transfer arrived in Malé the Ritz-Carlton staff was waiting on the dock to personally welcome us, label our luggages and take care of everything. We were swiftly whisked away to their own luxury speedboat which brought us to the resort within the hour.

Upon arrival there was a whole host of staff waiting for us with a big smile. One of them was blowing the sangu, an ancient Maldivian tradition to announce the arrival of important guests to the island. It instantly sets the tone and makes everyone feel that tiny bit more special.

The Ritz-Carlton Maldives assigns an Aris Meeha to each guest which in the Dhivehi language refers to the one that takes care of the royal family members. How can you not feel like royalty upon arrival when your welcome is submerged in so much royal history?

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