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Views over the Indian Ocean from the standalone bathtub are second to none
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The Anantara Veli Maldives Resort has reopened with a new look. All photos: Anantara
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The luxury resort reopened in December after a nine-month renovation
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Six new deluxe overwater pool villas were built
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Indian Ocean views abound at Anantara Veli Maldives
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Beach pool villas offer direct access to the island's pristine shoreline
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Dhoni Bar provides endless ocean views and an array of refreshing beverages
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Balance Wellness is the resort's sophisticated wellness retreat
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New restaurant Cumin offers a taste of traditional Maldivian cuisine
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The couples room at Balance Wellness offers a range of therapies
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Rejuvenated interiors have a neutral palette with patterns inspired by nature
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Over water villas have private terraces
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Marine life at Anantara Veli is exceptional
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Dhoni Bar on the beach is nestled among palm trees
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The island is a short boat ride from Anantara Dhigu resort, allowing guests to experience the facilities at its sister property
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Floor-to-ceiling windows and doors allow guests to make the most of ocean and shoreline views
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Origami Restaurant offers upmarket Japanese dining
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Lush palm trees and foliage surround beach villas, adding an extra layer of privacy
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Views over the Indian Ocean from the standalone bathtub are second to none
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The Anantara Veli Maldives Resort has reopened with a new look. All photos: Anantara
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The luxury resort reopened in December after a nine-month renovation
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Six new deluxe overwater pool villas were built
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Indian Ocean views abound at Anantara Veli Maldives
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Beach pool villas offer direct access to the island's pristine shoreline
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Dhoni Bar provides endless ocean views and an array of refreshing beverages
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Balance Wellness is the resort's sophisticated wellness retreat
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New restaurant Cumin offers a taste of traditional Maldivian cuisine
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The couples room at Balance Wellness offers a range of therapies
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Rejuvenated interiors have a neutral palette with patterns inspired by nature
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Over water villas have private terraces
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Marine life at Anantara Veli is exceptional
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Dhoni Bar on the beach is nestled among palm trees
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The island is a short boat ride from Anantara Dhigu resort, allowing guests to experience the facilities at its sister property
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Floor-to-ceiling windows and doors allow guests to make the most of ocean and shoreline views
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Origami Restaurant offers upmarket Japanese dining
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Lush palm trees and foliage surround beach villas, adding an extra layer of privacy
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Views over the Indian Ocean from the standalone bathtub are second to none
Overwater villas and superb service at adults-only Anantara Veli Maldives – Hotel Insider
Renovated and reopened in December, Indian Ocean hideaway ticks every box for a luxury tropical getaway
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Hayley Skirka
27 January, 2023
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