Milaidoo is a quiet and secluded island, a point the hotel is very proud of. From the moment I was picked up from the Malé airport by the hotel staff, they repeatedly told me, "Our hotel is on a small island," but only after actually staying there did I truly understand its significance. Milaidoo is a place I highly recommend, perfect for couples seeking a quiet and romantic getaway. Here are a few reasons why I recommend it:
1. Excellent snorkeling conditions. The water villas (109-115 sq m) offer fantastic sunset views from their balconies, and the snorkeling outside the villas is superb. The water isn't deep; you can touch the bottom in many places. Because of the abundant coral, there's a great variety of fish. Every morning, I rush out to the water before the sun gets too strong, as the early morning has the best fish diversity. Having breakfast after snorkeling is truly the happiest part of the day.
2. The food is quite good, and it suits Chinese palates. I booked half-board, and breakfast was a combination of buffet and à la carte options. I was so full every day that I didn't feel hungry until the afternoon, so I didn't really crave lunch. Dinner was a three-course meal, which was a bit limited for those with a Chinese palate, but with roasted lamb chops, steak, chicken, and fish, experiencing a different dish each day was enough.
3. The butler service was excellent. We arrived at Male airport at 8 am, and after communicating with the butler in advance, they arranged a seaplane for us at around 9 am. We were chauffeured to the VIP lounge by private car throughout the journey, saving us a lot of time. We arrived at the hotel at 11 am and checked in early. Based on my prior email request to see the sunset, the butler arranged for us to stay in water villa 113, which had a great view. Our final flight out of Male was at 8 pm, and the butler helped us apply for a late check-out and arranged the last seaplane at 4 pm, making sure we didn't waste any time. All the staff on the island were very welcoming and attentive. As soon as we left the room, they immediately arranged for cleaning, and we received fresh fruit and biscuits daily, plus complimentary champagne – a truly luxurious experience.
Finally, although the island itself isn't large, it still takes about 20 minutes for two people to walk around. The island's environment is beautiful, and it can easily take over an hour to stroll around and take photos. During my three days in Milady, I truly experienced what a paradise on earth is like. After returning to Shanghai, I experienced severe withdrawal symptoms. At night, I even dreamed of opening a door and playing happily with beautiful little fish in the sea.
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