Maldives.com Club Med’s new property in the Indian Ocean – Club Med Finolhu Villas is set to head into a new direction. The new property is set to open in February 2015. The eco-nature adult oriented villas are believed to be the chain’s most high-end, secluded until now. The Finolhu Villas offer the perfect balance between modern luxury and the natural beauty of the Maldives. This gives the guests the choice to lodge in their newly renovated Club Med Kani or their private hideaway.
Club Med Kani is a striking example of the identity the 60-year old pioneer of the all-inclusive resort has taken in the past few years. After rebranding the company offers upscale experiences and plenty of choice at aesthetically designed properties with eco-credentials in perfect locations.
Club Med Australia and New Zealand General Manager Madeleine Clow says "We started out as huts on a beach where everyone chipped in doing the dishes."
She also adds "Now we're about combining our legendary comfort, welcome and relaxation with the luxury experience."
Club Med Kani gives just that. The private island resort has its four-trident property with Club Med quintessential touches such as buffet restaurants, social pool, a plentitude of free activities, bar areas and evening entertainment.
Located on the island of Gasfinolhi 5 minutes by boat from the village of Kani, the secluded Club Med Finolhu Villas is a notch up from its existing setup. Featuring 52 villas in total of them 22 beach villas and 30 lagoon villas comes with private butlers, pools, breakfast and afternoon tea served in villas, terraces, private dinners and a restaurant. Club Med is conducting an opening deal on Finolhu Villas.
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