Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group is scheduled to launch the Maldives first Radisson Blu resort, Radisson Blu Maldives on May 2020.

Located on the southern part of Maldives Alifu Dhaalu Atoll, Radisson Blu Resort Maldives is situated 105km from Male International Airport, and is accessible by a 30-minute seaplane journey or by a domestic flight from the Maamigili Airport, followed by a 15-minute speedboat ride to the resort.

The resort will feature 128 villas including family villas, and a premium overwater villa; a sea sports and dive centre; a yoga pavilion and spa.

"As a global brand, Radisson Blu Resort Maldives will provide the international leisure market with a full range of innovative design-led products and services, delivering genuine and relevant guest experiences with Radisson Blu's distinctive Yes I Can!SM service philosophy," said Thomas Hagemann, vice president, Future Openings and Special Projects, Asia Pacific, Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group. "Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group continues our growth trajectory in Asia Pacific, we are pleased to expand our footprint into the Maldives with an iconic Radisson Blu resort on the island."

Set amidst some of the most amazing coral reefs, the resort's first-class sea sports and dive center will offer guests an array of activities, set for adrenaline pumping action. For those seeking to rejuvenate and restore, the yoga pavilion and spa will be the ethos of wellness as moves are practiced in the tranquil surrounds of the island. Dining at the restaurants and bar on the island promise to tantalize even the most discerning palate with unique cuisines and experiences.