{"id":1589,"date":"2018-04-03T07:01:48","date_gmt":"2018-04-03T07:01:48","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2018-04-03T07:01:48","modified_gmt":"2018-04-03T07:01:48","slug":"this-is-the-ultimate-escape-for-a-long-weekend","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lovin.co\/riyadh\/en\/lifestyle\/this-is-the-ultimate-escape-for-a-long-weekend\/","title":{"rendered":"THIS IS THE ULTIMATE ESCAPE FOR A LONG WEEKEND"},"content":{"rendered":"

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With just a four-hour flight connecting The Maldives with the UAE, many residents opt for an opulent getaway to the paradisical gathering of islands.\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n

There are myriad luxurious resorts situated on the islands – each with its own beautiful scenery, facilities and private island. Some are accessible by boat, but others require access via seaplane.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Niyama Private Islands require access via plane – but once you get there, it’s well worth the trip.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

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There’s a ‘play’ island and a ‘chill’ island<\/h3>\n

One island for relaxation, and one to explore around – what more could you want?\u00a0<\/p>\n

The relaxation island is home to a serene spa, gorgeous pool facilities, and easygoing cafes.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The play island is where the more lively activities happen – including all the adventure, the restaurants and the best snorkelling.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Plus, visitors can ride their bikes between the venues – and all over the island!\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

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It will seriously up your Instagram game\u00a0<\/h3>\n

Every part of the Maldives is just as photogenic as it seems – with rainbow-smeared sunsets, crystal-clear waters, rich green foliage and\u00a0vibrant white sand.\u00a0<\/p>\n

And every angle of Niyama will work for your #InstaGame.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

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There’s an actual under-water posh restaurant<\/h3>\n

I mean, does it even get more lush than that!?\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

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Celebs love to stay here<\/h3>\n

Robin Thicke was there a few weeks ago, and even more recently, world-famous pro surfer, Mick\u00a0Fanning headed to the islands to catch some waves.\u00a0<\/p>\n

If it’s good enough for them…\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

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You can even participate in a coral adoption project – and help contribute to the Maldives reef!<\/h3>\n

And for snokelling and scuba diving – is there anywhere better than the Maldives?!\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

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Niyama is basically an adults’ wonderland –\u00a0with everything you could ever want\u00a0<\/h3>\n

There’s water-sports, there’s adventure, great food, relaxation, nature, beautiful scenery and marine life!\u00a0<\/p>\n

You can even have dinner in a TREEHOUSE (called Nest)<\/h4>\n<\/p>\n

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#TravelGoals right here<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n

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You can get there with flydubai, on the four-hour flight.\u00a0Check out the website.<\/a><\/p>\n

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