kirstybanderson
November 8, 2024
We visited Heritance back in 2021, and it was so incredible we returned in October 2024. The trip was just as amazing the second time round - in fact more so, the team went out of their way to make us feel really special as returning guests. We stayed in an over water villa. It's just as good as you'd imagine seeing the photos! Amazing views, big comfy bed, fully stocked fridge with drinks and snacks included. We loved a nap on the outdoor couch listening to the waves, and spotting fish and rays off our deck. Food and drinks here are truly 5-star, even the buffet is way beyond anything you'd expect in a standard all-inclusive resort. We especially loved Ralu for late breakfast, lunch or dinner, as well as sunset cocktails. Deepak always made an extra effort to look after us, especially on our last night. The vibes for dinner were honestly immaculate - especially when they had the saxophonist playing! When we weren't at Ralu, we also loved Ginifathi and visited this beach restaurant a few times. Sadeef was a star and helped us with great recommendations on our first visit! We spent most days reading by the pool which was just...paradise. Great drinks and food service at your lounger, dipping in the pool or walking onto the beach for a dip. The team here again were amazing - Chameera, Chandika, Sakshi, Tharaka, Sardha, thank you so much for looking after us every day! We really worked our way through the cocktail menu and even went off-piste with the help of Chameera - we're missing our Elderflower and Cucumber Collins! The same team set the vibes at night at Bandhi bar, where we spent many an hour listening to great live music and relaxing. The real star of the show, which you'll read in so many reviews, was our amazing butler Dinu, who we're already missing! She was just an angel from the moment we arrived until we stepped back on the sea plane. Planning out our days, surprising us with special treats, going above and beyond to make our already luxury trip even more luxurious. Her Maldivian blessing at the end of the holiday was so memorable, it brought tears to our eyes. Views, food, drinks, service, people - 10/10 experience. Thank you for the memories that'll truly last a lifetime!