Dreamy sunrises, morning snorkels, and cool ocean breezes. Perched over Maldives’ classic turquoise ocean are unique architectural structures such as coral stone mosques and tiny coral islands which can’t be found anywhere else in the world.
Often practised by travellers who wish for privacy with their loved ones, island hopping sets the stage for the ultimate unforgettable romantic getaway. With an existing population that’s ethnically diverse, the Maldivian culture is informed by intriguing folklores and unique local cuisines. Standing at barely 1.3 metres above sea level, you’ll be closer than ever to friendly marine life here at this little piece of paradise.
Explore lost worlds and secret paradises beyond your wildest dreams. Our featured properties in Maldives focus greatly on privacy, personal space and comfort. View some of our upcoming offers.
A highly personalised, immensely private luxury resort in Maldives with 26 beach and ocean houses where every experience is tailored to you.
Offer: Complimentary experience of Sunset Fishing or Cinema Under the Stars*
Benefits: Daily breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, US$150 equivalent resort credit, complimentary 30-min massage for up to 2 guests, early check-in / Late check-out**
* Only applicable for bookings with a minimum length stay of 4 nights
**Subject to availability
At The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort, a visionary retreat of natural beauty and unforgettable recreation, discovery awaits.
Offer: Complimentary Night Promo*
Benefits: the offer is cumulative every consecutive 4 nights, 60-min Hydrotherapy at Iridium Spa, complimentary buffet breakfast at Alba, US$300 resort credit
*Only applicable for bookings with a minimum length stay of 4 nights
A distinguished ‘Aris Meeha’ or butler refined by the Ritz-Carlton service tailors a journey of meaningful moments and indulgence in your overwater villa.
Offer: Stay 5 Pay 4
Benefits: Complimentary room upgrade*, speedboat transfer included**, US$100 resort credit
*Subject to availability
Hide away from the world with lazy days in a shaded hammock or drifting slowly underwater through the reefs or find adventures in deep sea fishing.
Benefits: complimentary upgrade on arrival*, complimentary WiFi, Shark Snorkeling Excursion
*Subject to availability
At Patina Maldives, harness the power of nature, wellness, creativity, and euphoria during your stay, being more than just a luxury water villa in Maldives.
Offer: 3-night Tranquil Getaway*
Benefits: 1 bedroom villa – double occupancy, daily breakfast at Portico, complimentary half board, complimentary roundtrip airport transfers, one-time excursion choice of: Group Snorkel Excursion or Group Dolphin Cruise or Group Sunset Fishing, one-time spa credit of US$100, one-hour photography session and 35 pictures of your choice, complimentary Patina Maldives, Fari Islands’ Guest Benefits
*Offer valid for new bookings only
Find a very private setting for intimate, one-of-a-kind experiences. Frolic in the treetops, view the horizon and soothe your soul to the slow rhythms.
Benefits: complimentary upgrade on arrival*, complimentary WiFi, Surf Lesson or Waves Coaching for one-hour
*Subject to availability
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Six Senses Laamu offers insights into local sea life and provide a new home while minimizing the impact of your stay so you can continue to enjoy out-of-the-ordinary experiences.
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Escape to W Maldives, and harness your lust for life, explore a wonderland of white-sand beaches, turquoise lagoons and one of the best house reefs in the Maldives.
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Hide away from the world with lazy days in a shaded hammock or drifting slowly underwater through the reefs or find adventures in deep sea fishing.
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Mongolia’s landlocked location lies between China to the south and Russia to the north. With an average altitude of 1,580m above sea level, Mongolia is one of the highest countries in the world.
The western Altai gives way to the fertile central heartland, with the forested north fading into endless green steppes in the east, and the arid southern Gobi making up the country’s five distinct ecoregions.
Ulaanbaatar, in north central Mongolia, is the capital city
The currency in Mongolia is the Tögrög (MNT). It is not possible to obtain MNT outside of Mongolia so after you arrive, use US Dollars, British Pounds and traveller’s cheques to exchange for local currency (traveller’s cheques are accepted in fewer places). You can withdraw money at ATMs in Ulaanbaatar and over the counter at some banks. Credit cards are accepted in many shops, while in the countryside, only MNT is accepted. US Dollars are accepted in some places in the capital.
We recommend a per person cash amount of US$300 (based on a two-week trip), with the option to use credit or debit cards for big ticket items like cashmere, leather goods, musical instruments, fur or antiques.
Mongolia has one international airport in Ulaanbaatar, with another slated to be open in 2019. Most visitors will transit at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and catch a connecting flight to Chinggis Khaan International Airport (ULN). For our Singapore visitors, the average flight time from Singapore to Ulaanbaatar is 10 hours.
For travellers transiting in Beijing, please note that there is one airport in Beijing with three terminals. We recommend that you allow at least 2.5 hours for the transfer in Beijing if transferring between terminals, and 1.5 hours if no terminal change is required. For more information, please refer to the Beijing Capital International Airport website.
Alternatively, visitors can opt to transit at Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Hong Kong International Airport (HKG), and catch a connecting flight to ULN.
For Singapore passport holders, tourist visas are not required for stays of up to 30 days in Mongolia. For all other passports, please check here.
If you are transiting through Beijing airport and there is less than 72 hours between your scheduled (flight) arrival and departure times, you will not need a Chinese visa. This rule currently applies to air passengers from 53 countries. Please refer to this link to see if you qualify.
When checking in without a Chinese visa, you may need to clarify with the check-in staff that you don’t need one.If you’re transiting through Beijing on your return leg and have a single-entry visa, please ensure that the visa is not stamped when you transit through
Beijing on your outbound leg. It is your responsibility to inform the customs officer of this.
You must complete a customs declaration form upon arrival, which must be retained until departure. This allows the free import and export of articles for personal use during your stay. The contents of checked-in baggage must be declared on arrival if the total value of those contents exceed US$5000 in value. The contents of checked-in baggage must be declared upon departure if the total value of those goods exceed US$500.
A US$12 airport tax is levied on all passengers departing from Mongolia.
The best time to go to Mongolia is during the summer and autumn seasons from May to September. You may experience the occasional snowfall and chilly climate of spring in May, as well as some showers and light drizzles during the rainy season from July to August. Dust storms are an occasional occurrence in Mongolia, especially in the Gobi and steppe areas, but such experiences are quite a sight to behold.
Winds blow hot and cold depending on your location and changes in temperature can occur suddenly when the wind direction changes. In the summer, the average temperature ranges between 15-25°C. Temperatures can reach a sweltering 40°C in the Gobi Desert in summer, while Khövsgöl’s temperature plummets to a bitter -52°C in wintertime. Such extreme temperatures can be uncomfortable and you are advised to avoid travelling to these places during these seasons.
In the city, enjoy modern comforts in hotels near the iconic Chinggis Square. These properties would be a great base to explore from. We’d be happy to recommend other options based on your budget and comfort levels too.
In the countryside, we encourage our travellers to allocate part of their journey to a family homestay with our local friends. Most of our furnished gers don’t have full bathroom facilities but are nonetheless very comfortable. However, if you want a boutique ger with ensuite bathroom facilities, we will happily arrange one for you.
Alternatively, you can stay in a private, traditional ger at a ger camp or “countryside hotel”, complete with a stove and nearby western-style bathroom facilities, including hot showers.
And if you prefer to spend a night out in the wilderness under the stars and surrounded by nature, we can arrange for you to camp out in your campsite. All necessary equipment and sleeping bags will be provided.
