Locavore Dining, Over-Water Villas and More at The Regent Maldives

Opening Summer 2009, the 50-villa Regent Maldives resort will occupy the entire Maalefushi Island in the Indian Ocean, giving travelers a private island experience with breath-taking over-water accommodations.

The resort’s 27 over-water villas allow guests to observe marine life located directly below their rooms. They are complimented by 23 beachfront villas and an over-water fine dining restaurant, featuring fresh local seafood and produce from the on-site organic chef’s garden.

The resort also offers incredible luxury amenities and activities, including:

• Customized fishing expeditions hosted by a professional crew to catch local striped marlin, Wahoo and yellowfin tuna. The catch of the day can then be prepared to guests’ liking by the fine dining chef.
• Private scuba instruction and certification.
• Spa treatments offered directly over the lagoon.
• Gourmet picnicking on a private island minutes from the resort.
• Sunset cruises aboard a traditional dhouri, accompanied by Bodu Beru music.
• Luxury speedboat atoll tours of fishing villages, capital cities and untouched islands.

To celebrate its debut, Regent is featuring a special offer with up to four complimentary nights next summer.

To celebrate its debut, The Regent Maldives invites travelers to extend their stays with a special offer:

• Guests who reserve five or more consecutive nights will receive two complimentary nights.
• Guests who reserve 10 or more consecutive nights will receive four nights completely complimentary.

Summer rates start at $925 per night for an Ocean Pavilion villa. Offer is valid in July or September 2009. Guests must book by March 1, 2009.

For reservations and additional information, please visit www.TheRegentExperience.com.