Property will feature unparalleled design style and service MUBADALA Development Company, Eon Resorts and Viceroy Hotel Group have announced that the Viceroy Maldives will debut on September 1, 2011. The intimate 61-bungalow island resort, part of the company’s steadily expanding Viceroy Hotels and Resorts brand, is set on the archipelago’s pristine 17-acre Vagaru Island. The resort is the newest property in the Viceroy Hotel Group portfolio and first outside of North America. Mubadala is a 50 per cent shareholder in Viceroy Hotel Group and is actively driving the expansion of the luxury brand into key destinations across the globe. "Extending the Viceroy brand across the world to the Maldives is a very exciting development for us," says Brad Korzen, founder and CEO of Viceroy Hotel Group. "It will be unlike any property we have seen in this market, with unparalleled design, style and service that will deliver a remarkable experience for our guests. We look forward to welcoming our clientele in September." The resort’s luxury bungalows are either nestled on the white sand beachfront or set directly on the turquoise sea. Private plunge pools, en-suite baths and generous outdoor areas in each bungalow allow for optimal privacy and superior comfort in an awe-inspiring setting. Viceroy Maldives will feature some of the most spacious accommodations in the Maldives, ranging from 1,300 sq ft to 3,000 sq ft. The resort’s five dining options will offer everything from casual beachside cuisine to high-end seafood fare, all using the finest and freshest ingredients available. Restaurant concepts will incorporate Asian and European influences and private venues, including an underground beverage cellar, option will also be available for celebratory dining and chef’s table dinners. Those looking to relax and rejuvenate can enjoy indulgent spa treatments at the resort’s over-water spa bungalows, which will include seven treatment rooms for individuals as well as couples. Natural elements such as the sun, sea and Maldivian culture will be infused into holistic treatments, allowing guests to achieve an ultimate sense of well-being and healing. Healthy cooking demonstrations, Ayurvedic treatment experiences and yoga classes will all be offered as part of the programme at The Spa at Viceroy Maldives. Guests will be awed by the interiors created by Yabu Pushelberg. The award-winning firm drew inspiration from the islands’ natural beauty and culture, utilising only the necessary elements in order to avoid competition with the unsurpassed location. From the moment guests arrive on property by seaplane and are transported to their bungalows by golf cart, they will feel an ultimate sense of calm. Whether lounging in an oversized daybed overlooking the lagoon, socialising beachside at the resort’s signature restaurant, or relaxing with children in the sophisticatedly playful kids’ zone, Viceroy Maldives aims to exceed the expectations of even the most discerning guest.