General Information

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Ambiance:   Casual   Family 

If you are looking for a contemporary resort with a metropolitan atmosphere, Bandos will be ideal for you. The island of Bandos is a perfect setting for that romantic getaway or those two weeks of bliss away from work. The sense of calm and serenity the island emanates is truly otherworldly. The gentle lull of the sea, the whistling breeze, and the rustling of the palm fronds on the beach will help transcend you from the hurly-burly rigours of daily life. This aural feast, complimented by an all colourful visual one, where the turquoise of the lagoon, the lush green vegetation, the pearl white beaches, azure blue sky and generous offerings of golden sunshine inspires in us the question, did heaven and earth meet? Bandos is undeniably beautiful, but the island is too experienced a host to let nature's blessings lull us into complacency. With a variety of activities to choose from, whether mentally challenging board games or physically demanding workouts, we have ensured that Bandos will never give you the time to be bored. For families with children, qualified nannies take care of your babies at the child-care center with a children's playground while you enjoy your well-deserved holiday.

Location

Policies

• For Water Villa stays Return Transfer will be by an Exclusive Private Speedboat with an extra charge of USD 44.00 per adult and USD 22.00 per adult.
• From 30th May 2009 onwards, the Gallery Restaurant (main Buffet Restaurant) will be a non Smoking outlet. Family Policy
• Child rates are applied for children between the age of 2 - 11 years.
• Infants should be below 2 years of age. Minimum Stay
• All guests staying from 20th Dec 09 - 09th Jan 10 should stay a minimum of 5 nights/ 6 days.
• No check-out allowed on Dec 31st 08 and 01st Jan 09 Transfers
• Transfer rates are subject to change due to increase in fuel prices. Guests will bear the rate increase starting from a date advised by the Supplier even if the booking has been fully paid before the change.
• Full flight details must be received 10 days prior to arrival date to guarantee transfers on time.
• All transfers unless specified are combined transfers. Guests may have to wait for transfers up to 2 hours or more. Spa & Dive
• Guests are recommended to make advance reservations for Spa and Dive prior to arrival to avoid disappointment.
• All divers must present their Log Book and Dive Certificate.
• A 24 hour no-dive policy is observed for passengers who intend to travel on aircraft (including sea plane). Arrival and Departure Policy
• Guests having their arrival flight from midnight to 6:00 am, the booking should be held from the previous day.
• As Bandos being in close proximity to the airport and their speedboat operation is round the clock, accoding to their customer service policy they do not not allow any guests to stay in the airport at night for several hours to catch the first available transfer in the morning. Check-in / Check-out / Late check-out
• Check-in 02:00 pm / Check-out 12:00 pm
• 12 noon until 6 pm - 50\% of the room rate
• Beyond 6 pm - 100\% of the room rate
• This is subject to availability, room change and confirmation by the resort. To guarantee accommodation for early morning arrivals and/or late night departures, especially during the peak season, it is highly recommended to book an additional night.

Quick Facts....

Airport Transfer

Airport transfer modes available:
  Night Transfer available.
  Speed Boat transfer.

 Facilities & Services

In addition to long stretches of fine white sand beach, the natural lush vegetation of the island features a nature trail for guests who are keen to explore. To discover the fascinating lifestyle and culture of untouched Maldivian villages, guests can simply take a short boat ride to neighbouring islands. International diving enthusiasts are already familiar with the island’s colourful coral reef and the dramatic 140-metre shipwreck of the British ship Loyalty, which is located within a half-hour boat ride from Villingili Island.

The Village Facilities includes:
• Complimentary cold towels, chilled water and Evian cooling spray
• Chilled fruit, cooling sorbet service around the pool
• Comfortable sun lounges & towels

Complimentary Shuttle Service:
• There will be a complimentary daily scheduled return shuttle service to Gan Island.


Resort Facilities include:

• CHI Spa featuring therapies based on ancient Chinese and Himalayan traditions
• Yoga pavilion
• Gym and fitness centre
• Wedding pavilion
• Medical centre
• Retail Boutiques
- Hair Solon
- DVD Library
- Medical centre with international Doctor
- Decompression Chamber
- Dive Pool
- Entertainment Centre

• Jogging Trails
- Outdoor infinity swimming pool
- Dive centre
- Water sports centre
- Kid’s Adventure Zone
- Fitness centre
- Two outdoor tennis courts
- Yoga pavilion

The island has got a magnificent beach surrounded with crystal clear water

The island is fully covered with green bushes and trees.

Shangri-La’s signature spa brand inspired by the legend of Shangri-La in the Lost Horizon novel - offers treatments, therapies and well-being programmes based on Chinese, Himalayan and Asian healing rituals and traditions from across the region as well as “Kandu Boli” experience, unique indigenous treatments inspired by the cowrie shell and other natural treasures found in the Maldives. CHI is located in its own spa village in the resort, with spacious individual treatment villas, offering “spa within a spa” privacy and luxury. Ocean views and enchanting gardens makes this secluded sanctuary a haven of healing power and deep calm for guests.

To preserve the vegetation, Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort and Spa, Maldives has been constructed around large trees, including some towering old banyan trees. Underwater work and detailed marine surveys have been carried out to ensure the preservation of coral.

• Environmental Centre:
- Marine Biologist
- Coral farming and the first underwater nature trail in the Maldives
- Snorkel Gardens
- Manta Ray tracking
- Guest participation in conservation practices
- Marine Biology classes

Benefits exclusively for the resorts Guests are:

• Complimentary nature walk with guide in the resort's jungle
• Complimentary daily international newspaper
• Complimentary snorkelling set
• Complimentary fruits on arrival
• In Villa Espresso machine
• Villa Host services
• Complimentary use of non motorized water sport (except Hobby CAT)
• Complimentary internet (WiFi) access
• In Villa DVD player
• DVD Library
• 40'' LCD TV in all villas
• Complimentary use of Entertainment Centre
• Complimentary use of Gymnasium with Sauna and Steam Bath
• Adventure Zone (Kids Club)
• Complimentary access to 2tennis courts with tennis rackets and tennis balls
• Complimentary use of bicycles
• Complimentary use of personal safe
- note: The above are subject to change.

 Sports, Entertainment & Excursions

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FAQ for Bandos Island Resort & Spa

 Current Special Offers & Treats

 Special treat for Honeymooners

Offer 1: Honeymooners - Winter/Summer Contract offer
Valid Period: 01st Aug 2010 - 31st Oct 2010

• A Complimentary Fruit Basket and a Bottle of Wine
• Bed & Dinner Table Decoration with flowers for 1 night on request

• Applicable for arrivals from 01st Aug 2010 and depart on or before 30th Oct 2010.
• The benefits are subject to change or superseded with new offers at any time.
• The above complimentary honeymoon offer must be featured in the impex voucher to be valid.
• Tour agent/operator should notify us the clients as honeymooners when you send us the reservations
• To qualify for these benefits, please indicate clearly "honeymooners" on the booking request failing which the benefits will not be provided.

Offer 1: Honeymooners - Summer offer
Valid Period: 01st May 2010 - 31st July 2010

• Enjoy a free candle -lit dinner

• Valid for all markets
• Applicable to all room categories
• Applicable from 01st May 2010 till 31st July 2010
• Valid for one dinner per stay
• Stay minimum 4 nights
• Valid for Honeymooners only
• Clients should make reservation for the dinner after arrival to the hotel
• This free dinner cannot be exchanged for cash
• Offer is combinable with Free nights or Meal upgrade offer
• All booking made under the special offer must be clearly stated Summer 2010 Special Offer on each booking request voucher and rooming list
• The benefits are subject to change or superseded with new offers at any time.
• The above complimentary honeymoon offer must be featured in the impex voucher to be valid.
• Tour agent/operator should notify us the clients as honeymooners when you send us the reservations
• To qualify for these benefits, please indicate clearly honeymooners on the booking request failing which the benefits will not be provided.

 Special treat for Birthdays

Birthday Offer - Period: 01st Nov 2009 - 31st Oct 2010
• A complimentary birthday cake for all the clients who celebrate their birthdays
• Bed & Dinner Table Decoration with flowers for 1 night on request
Terms and conditions of Birthday Offer:
• Applicable for arrivals from 01st Nov 2009 and depart on or before 30th Oct 2010.
• This is provided to guests who stays with us on their Birthday. Birhtday Cakes are not provided for a belated birthday or an upcoming birthday
• The benefits are subject to change or superseded with new offers at any time.
• The above complimentary Birthday offer must be featured in the impex voucher to be valid.
• To qualify for these benefits, please indicate clearly "Birthday Offer" on the booking request failing which the benefits will not be provided.
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 Special treat for Anniversary celebrations

Anniversaries - Period: 01st Nov 2009 - 31st Oct 2010
• Bed & Dinner Table Decoration with flowers for 1 night on request
Terms and conditions of Anniversary Offer:
• Applicable for arrivals from 01st Nov 2009 and depart on or before 31st Oct 2010.
• The benefits are subject to change or superseded with new offers at any time.
• The above complimentary gold/silver wedding offer must be featured in the impex voucher to be valid.
• To qualify for these benefits, please indicate clearly "gold/silver wedding" on the booking request failing which the benefits will not be provided.
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