{"id":277994,"date":"2023-07-26T11:16:57","date_gmt":"2023-07-26T03:16:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/?p=277994"},"modified":"2024-11-25T17:57:06","modified_gmt":"2024-11-25T09:57:06","slug":"w-maldives-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/w-maldives-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Sip, sunbathe and soar: W Maldives brings the wow factor with dreamy overwater villas, stellar culinary collabs and endless activities"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Para-para-paradise\u2026 I\u2019m not sure what <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/coldplay-in-concert-singapore-2024\/\">Coldplay<\/a> meant when they composed this song. But if you need to put a face to the name, step this way to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriott.com\/en-us\/hotels\/mlewh-w-maldives\/overview\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">W Maldives<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>I recently swapped our high-rise buildings and buzzin\u2019 SG life for crystal-clear waters, azure skies, and laidback island vibes during this <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/islands-near-singapore-short-getaways\/\">short getaway<\/a>. I ate to my heart\u2019s content, swam with a turtle and reef sharks (kinda) in one of the best house reefs in the Maldives, witnessed <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/where-to-watch-the-sunrise-in-singapore\/\">breathtaking sunsets<\/a>, rubbed shoulders with a cocktail maestro and met some of the kindest staff at W Maldives. You can imagine how cranky I was during check-out. But let\u2019s not get ahead of ourselves.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s a recount of my unforgettable stay. Fair warning: major wanderlust ahead!<\/p>\n<h2>A slice of paradise awaits at W Maldives<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mceTemp\"><\/div>\n<figure id=\"attachment_278002\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-278002\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-278002 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/w-maldives-Fabulous-Overwater-villa-900x643.png\" alt=\"w maldives review\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/w-maldives-Fabulous-Overwater-villa-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/w-maldives-Fabulous-Overwater-villa-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/w-maldives-Fabulous-Overwater-villa.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-278002\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Not pictured here: my failed attempts at the iconic hair flip from The Little Mermaid. Photography: Nicole Nithiyah<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Located in the North Ari Atoll of the Maldives, on Fesdu Island, just 25 minutes away via seaplane from Male, the resort has just the right amount of space for a sense of seclusion but is also within arm\u2019s reach of all amenities including the award-winning Away Spa. There are 77 private overwater and beachfront villas, all elegantly designed and equipped with amenities.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_277996\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-277996\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-277996 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/w-maldives-Fabulous-Overwater-villa-2-900x643.png\" alt=\"w-maldives-Fabulous Overwater-villa-2\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/w-maldives-Fabulous-Overwater-villa-2-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/w-maldives-Fabulous-Overwater-villa-2-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/w-maldives-Fabulous-Overwater-villa-2.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-277996\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">I love those little touches of the ocean around the villa. Photography: Nicole Nithiyah<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>I checked into the Fabulous Overwater one-bedroom villa which boasts a spacious king-sized bed, a separate bathtub and shower, and a double vanity. But my eyes immediately pivoted to the floor-to-ceiling door which opened to an outdoor deck with sun loungers, a private plunge pool and direct access to the ocean. First pinch-me moment, right here.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_277997\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-277997\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-277997 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/w-maldives-Fabulous-Overwater-villa-3-900x643.png\" alt=\"w-maldives-Fabulous Overwater-villa-3\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/w-maldives-Fabulous-Overwater-villa-3-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/w-maldives-Fabulous-Overwater-villa-3-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/w-maldives-Fabulous-Overwater-villa-3.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-277997\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">I could wake up to this scene any day. Photography: Nicole Nithiyah<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>I knew I had to make the most out of the trip. Suddenly, this night owl turned into a morning person who caught every sunrise at the crack of dawn. Any free time in the room was spent chilling in the pool until I turned into a prune. Or snorkelling in the ocean with the FOC gear provided. My neighbours included a school of angel and powder blue surgeonfish, along with George, the grey heron, and Roger, the great egret. Yup, everyone has a name here.<\/p>\n<h3>Food, glorious food<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_278004\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-278004\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-278004 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/Fire-bbq-restaurant-w-maldives-900x643.png\" alt=\"Fire-bbq-restaurant-w-maldives\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/Fire-bbq-restaurant-w-maldives-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/Fire-bbq-restaurant-w-maldives-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/Fire-bbq-restaurant-w-maldives.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-278004\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">All restaurants are just a few steps away from each other but each offer varied experiences in different settings. Pictured here is Fire, during the Eid dinner. Photography: Nicole Nithiyah<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Put your hanger pangs to rest as there\u2019s a variety of dining options that cater to different tastes and preferences. The beachfront restaurant Fire, which looks like the Tribal Council from the Survivor series, offers grilled specialities in an open-air kitchen and live grill station. I also got to experience the Eid dinner and the Bodu Mas tradition where fishermen \u2018catch\u2019 a big fish made by weaving palm leaves. The tribe has spoken \u2013 this restaurant is lit. Intimate date nights are reserved for Fish, an overwater restaurant that serves the freshest seafood picks. Just a hop away is Sip, a vibrant outdoor bar with overwater hammocks to enjoy lazy tipples and magical sunsets.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_278003\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-278003\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-278003 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/maldavian-cuisine-w-maldives-900x643.png\" alt=\"maldavian-cuisine-w-maldives\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/maldavian-cuisine-w-maldives-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/maldavian-cuisine-w-maldives-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/maldavian-cuisine-w-maldives.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-278003\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Maldivian cuisine and a spicy margarita is the perfect combo for the heat. Photography: Nicole Nithiyah<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The all-day dining bistro Kitchen is where everyone gathers for the international breakfast. I\u2019m still thinking about the coconut French toast, multiple fruit compotes and Middle Eastern offerings. And I had my fair share of Maldavian cuisine at the beach pop-up cafe, Kada.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_278020\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-278020\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-278020 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/Get-Wet-pool-party-w-maldives-900x643.png\" alt=\"Get Wet pool party-w-maldives\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/Get-Wet-pool-party-w-maldives-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/Get-Wet-pool-party-w-maldives-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/Get-Wet-pool-party-w-maldives.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-278020\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Have a blast at the many pool parties at Wet bar. Photography: Nicole Nithiyah<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Finally, make a splash at the poolside bar Wet, which serves everything from wood-fired pizzas to a mean poke bowl. I spent the bulk of my time playing friendly games of ping pong, foosball and life-sized Jenga with other guests. The bar is also home to W Hotel\u2019s Get Wet pool parties with a live DJ on deck and multiple floaties for you to lounge on the pool.<\/p>\n<h3>Exciting collabs with culinary maestros<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_278001\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-278001\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-278001 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/she-shakes-Laura-Prabowo-Penicillin-900x643.png\" alt=\"she-shakes-Laura Prabowo-Penicillin\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/she-shakes-Laura-Prabowo-Penicillin-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/she-shakes-Laura-Prabowo-Penicillin-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/she-shakes-Laura-Prabowo-Penicillin.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-278001\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Laura and Agung Prabowo, the partners in crime at Hong Kong\u2019s Penicillin. Photography: Nicole Nithiyah<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The resort makes each stay interesting with a series of events and collaborations with like-minded experts. We had the pleasure of experiencing the second instalment of the \u2018She Shakes\u2019 series, an exciting event that spotlights female mixologists making a mark in the industry. Each guest shift features a selection of cocktails created by the mixologist, including a \u2018legacy\u2019 cocktail that\u2019ll be available to order at the Wet bar for a limited time after the event.<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CuRz3LbvtYB\/?img_index=1\" rel=\"nofollow\">June 2023 edition of She Shakes<\/a> welcomed Laura Prabowo, the co-founder and managing director of one of Hong Kong\u2019s most celebrated bars, Penicillin. During her guest shift, Laura curated four unique drinks that combined her passion for environmental sustainability and W Maldives\u2019 spirited cocktail culture. Laura\u2019s \u2018Her Legacy\u2019 cocktail is called Forage &amp; Found which signifies her time in the Maldives &#8211; it\u2019s created with ingredients inspired by the resort. A mix of Oregano gin, local bilimbi sherbet, carrot-turmeric seed cordial and mezcal is served in a kooky coral-looking glass. How apt!<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_278000\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-278000\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-278000 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/she-shakes-w-maldives-900x643.png\" alt=\"she-shakes-w-maldives\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/she-shakes-w-maldives-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/she-shakes-w-maldives-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/she-shakes-w-maldives.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-278000\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Shaking things up with the Pandan Colada and Forage &amp; Found. Photography: Nicole Nithiyah<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>We also enjoyed the refreshing Pandan Colada shaken with caramelised pineapple rum, Overproof pandan rum, pineapples, coconut water and coconut cream. Watching the skies switch colours while sipping on her creations was another pinch-me moment.<\/p>\n<h3>Snorkelling fun and activities for water fiends<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_277998\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-277998\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-277998 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/water-sports-w-maldives-900x643.png\" alt=\"water-sports-w-maldives\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/water-sports-w-maldives-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/water-sports-w-maldives-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/water-sports-w-maldives.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-277998\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Go parasailing or take a Dhoni boat out for an island tour. Photography: Nicole Nithiyah<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If you\u2019re itching to experience the ocean in all its glory, W Maldives is a few steps ahead. The in-house water sports centre Wave offers windsurfing, jet-skiing, parasailing, guided snorkelling tours, night snorkelling sessions, scuba diving\u2026 you name it, they\u2019ve got it. I\u2019m not the best swimmer but I wanted to explore the magnificent reefs down under so the guided snorkelling sesh was the best option.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/media.giphy.com\/media\/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExaWNndGJucTBqeG54dTY4ZjViZXUwOGdvNWJyODk3OTdhZzgwMDFxOCZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw\/s0yPIkP4xOOb1TFiQp\/giphy.gif\" width=\"480\" height=\"270\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 480px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 480\/270;\"><\/p>\n<p>My guide was patient and encouraging as he shared tips on how to use the gear. I had an otherworldly experience as we drifted to the magnificent house reef filled with underwater caverns and diverse marine life. I spotted mantas, a shy turtle, reef sharks, and countless schools of fishes welcoming me into their home. The third pinch-me moment right here. Special thanks to the sweet couple that shared this clip of our favourite turtle.<\/p>\n<h3>Cast away to Gaathafushi, W Maldives\u2019 own private island<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_278076\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-278076\" style=\"width: 700px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-278076 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/Gaathafushi-W-Maldives-private-island.gif\" alt=\"Gaathafushi, W Maldives private island\" width=\"700\" height=\"500\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 700px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 700\/500;\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-278076\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A selfie on my own private island? Yes, please! Photography: Nicole Nithiyah<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Beyond water sports, you can also escape into oblivion by chartering the resort\u2019s private yacht or hopping on a Dhoni boat. Enjoy a sunset cruise with bubbly and dinner or book a full-day charter which includes a stopover at a local island and a cultural tour.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019ve got a couple of hours to spare or simply need a private island all to yourself (\u2018cos why not?), W Maldives boasts its own private island. Unleash your wanderlust on Gaathafushi, an untouched paradise just 10 minutes away via speedboat. I\u2019ve never seen such powdery white sand and sparkly waters. This tropical playground can be all yours for the day, or for an overnight \u2018Robinson Crusoe\u2019 experience complete with a candlelit BBQ and a private chef, a champagne breakfast, and an overnight stay under a thatched roof. It\u2019s no surprise that we met a couple who got engaged right here.<\/p>\n<h3>The staff love their job and it shows<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_277995\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-277995\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-277995 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/w-maldives-2-900x643.png\" alt=\"w-maldives-2\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/w-maldives-2-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/w-maldives-2-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/w-maldives-2.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-277995\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">W Maldives, I\u2019ll be back. Photography: Nicole Nithiyah<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The icing on the cake of this unforgettable experience has to be the warm hospitality of the staff. From the bubbly head chef who made sure to check in with us during each meal to the friendly server who offered us the most refreshing yuzu sorbet even though we declined dessert, to the housekeeping staff who helped connect my music to the outdoor speaker just so I could vibe with my ocean view, the service is immaculate. Even after we checked out, we had a staff accompany us for the six hours before our night flight. These are the small things that made my stay memorable.<\/p>\n<p>Now that I\u2019m back with a glowing tan and a newfound love for the ocean, W Maldives will be keeping my island dreams alive for a long time. I\u2019ll be back for you!<\/p>\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriott.com\/en-us\/hotels\/mlewh-w-maldives\/overview\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">W Maldives<\/a>, Fesdu Island North Ari Atoll, 09110, Maldives<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Para-para-paradise\u2026 I\u2019m not sure what Coldplay meant when they composed this song. But if you need to put a face to the name, step this way to W Maldives. I recently swapped our high-rise buildings and buzzin\u2019 SG life for crystal-clear waters, azure skies, and laidback island vibes during this short getaway. 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