We all need a little “me-time” every now and then. But when you really want to get away from it all, there’s only one place to go; Velaa Island, the most private island in the world.
As you would expect, Velaa is not easy to find. It is hidden away in a collection of islands called the Noonu Atoll at the most northern point of the Maldives, a 45 minute seaplane ride away from the Maldivian capital of Malé.
So what makes it so private? Firstly, there is a guest to staff ratio of 1:8. There is a strict no drone rule, and in-room dining looks directly over the sparkling, peaceful ocean. Are you feeling relaxed yet?
Velaa takes the tempting fantasy of escape and getting away from it all to an entirely new and matchlessly luxurious level. The island is designed for a maximum of 142 guests at any one time – and the quest for privacy is evident in every impeccable detail.
“Our goal was to bring a new meaning to a private escape, where the essence of lifestyle and landscape meets limitless opportunities,” Owner Smejc confides. “A place where no request is too much and each guest will feel this is their own private paradise.”
And what a paradise it is. Just imagine this: your personal butler whisks you away on a private speed boat to the Romantic Pool Residence, where your very own spa treatment room, gym, infinity pool and beach are all waiting for you. As you look out onto the Indian Ocean, your butler is on-hand to take care of your every need.
If this still isn’t enough alone time, you can even rent out the entire Velaa Private Island and enjoy the ultimate in solitude – or the ultimate in celebration!
But don’t just take our word for it. Velaa was recently named “2016 Luxury Private Island of the Year”, and has plenty to offer besides simple peace and quiet. It is a haven for foodies and wine-lovers (in fact it has the largest collection of wine in the region), has a celebrated nine-hole golf course and academy designed by Ryder Cup-winning Jose Maria Olazabal, and is also the only resort in the Maldives in which you’ll find a snow room.