An Incredible Maldives Experience at LUX* South Ari

Our February 2025 trip to LUX* South Ari in the Maldives was truly spectacular. We want to extend our gratitude for an unforgettable experience. From the moment we arrived， we felt incredibly welcomed. It was heartwarming to see the hotel general manager personally greet guests and bid farewell， a gesture rare at other Maldivian resorts. This level of hospitality set a fantastic tone for our stay. The rooms were stunning—luxurious， comfortable， and elegantly crafted. We had a private pool but preferred spending time at the pristine beach. The soft， clean， rock-free sand made strolling and relaxing on the shore a joy.The food was phenomenal. Every meal was a treat， from the delicious breakfasts to the exquisite dinners across various restaurants. The presentation and flavors were exceptional， making each bite memorable as we sampled different tastes.What truly made our visit unforgettable was the outstanding staff at LUX* South Ari. Each team member， from gardeners and housekeeping to reception， waiters， and chefs， built a welcoming environment. Their dedication， smiles， and sincere kindness made a world of difference.Special recognition to a few remarkable individuals: **Beach Rouge - Didar， Masud， Zaid** were attentive and friendly， enhancing every sunset visit. **ICI - Masud** was both fun and served delicious ice cream， even crafting a heart-shaped waffle for my wife. **MIXE Restaurant** had *Rimaah*， warm and inviting; *Somon*， who made delicious， artistically presented pancakes; *Yasin*， delivering fresh juices and protein smoothies with a smile; *Naseer*， offering excellent service. **Reception - Jovi** was always helpful and made check-in easy. **Lagoon Bar - Zaher， Udhey， Ahmed** created a favorite spot with great service and fun chats. **Housekeeping - Ahmed** kept our room spotless and wonderfully scented， organizing our toiletries meticulously. **Beach Volleyball - Damida， Niyaz， Vida** ensured everyone， regardless of skill level， enjoyed playing and made it a blast for me. **East Market & East Bar - Zaher， Glenda， Kavin** were always warm and inviting. **Senses Restaurant** was only visited once， but the experience was great， aligning with the other venues. Our time at LUX* South Ari was pure magic， thanks to the team’s exemplary hospitality. We’re eagerly counting down to our next visit next year and are excited to reunite with all these fantastic people!