Anantara Veli Maldives — All‑Inclusive Plan Guide 🍹🏝️ (Adults‑Only, 18+)
Overview ✨
- Concept: A refined, adults‑only all‑inclusive built around dine‑around meals, quality beverages by the glass, and barefoot‑chic experiences across Anantara Veli with selected access to sister resort Anantara Dhigu (same lagoon).
- Vibe: Intimate and sophisticated rather than party‑centric. Expect crafted dishes, elegant sundowners, and serene lagoon time.
- Accuracy note: Anantara runs named packages that vary by season/contract (e.g., “All‑Inclusive,” “All‑Inclusive Indulgence”). Exact inclusions, venues, and brands can change. On arrival, request the latest All‑Inclusive fact sheet and Beverage List.
What’s Included ✅
1) Dining 🍽️
- Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Dine‑around at designated restaurants on Veli, plus selected venues on Dhigu (by reservation; subject to availability).
- Menus generally include a choice of à la carte courses or buffet (when in operation); some venues may operate set menus.
- Typical venue mix (names may vary seasonally)
- Veli: Contemporary main venue; Japanese/Asian concept; chic pool/beach bar for daytime bites.
- Baan Huraa: Signature over‑water Thai (between Veli and Dhigu) — often included for dinner by reservation (supplements may apply for premium items).
- Dhigu: Family‑side venues (grill/seafood, Mediterranean/Asian and buffet venues) — access and frequency per your plan’s dine‑around rules.
- Dietary support
- Vegetarian/vegan/gluten‑free/halal handled with notice; the culinary team is accustomed to special requests.
2) Beverages (by the glass during outlet hours) 🥂
- Alcoholic
- International house spirits (e.g., vodka, gin, rum, whisky, tequila, brandy) from the plan list.
- House wines by the glass (red/white/rosé, and often a few sparkling options) from the sommelier‑approved list.
- House beer (draft/bottled as listed).
- Classic and signature cocktails + mocktails from the included menu.
- Non‑alcoholic
- Soft drinks and listed juices.
- Still and sparkling mineral water by the glass.
- Specialty coffees and premium teas (espresso/cappuccino/latte, etc.) during bar/restaurant hours when included on your plan.
- Important
- Only labels printed on the current All‑Inclusive Beverage List are included; off‑list items carry a supplement.
3) Bars & Venues 🍸
- Veli main bar/pool bar and restaurant bars
- Select Dhigu bars during posted hours (per plan)
- Beverage service follows each outlet’s operating hours; late‑night options vary by season.
4) In‑Villa & Minibar 🧊
- Daily bottled water and in‑room tea/coffee facilities.
- Minibar: Many AI contracts include a once‑daily restock (typically water, soft drinks, beer; sometimes select snacks). Brands/quantities per the current fact sheet.
5) Activities & Experiences 🌊
- Non‑motorized watersports
- Typically complimentary kayak and stand‑up paddleboard (duration/limits per plan and weather).
- Snorkeling
- Complimentary snorkeling equipment for the duration of stay or a set daily window (policy varies).
- Fitness & wellness
- Gym access; scheduled group fitness/yoga when listed on the weekly program.
- Connectivity & essentials
- Wi‑Fi resort‑wide; beach towels and sun loungers.
What’s Not Included ❌
Dining & Service
- Private dining (“Dining by Design”), sandbank/in‑villa dinners, floating breakfasts, chef’s tables, and special event/holiday menus.
- Premium dishes and supplements (e.g., lobster, wagyu/tomahawk, premium seafood towers, tasting menus).
- Teppanyaki counters, sushi omakase, and select specialty kitchens if not explicitly included in your plan.
- Room service/in‑villa dining and any tray/delivery fees.
Beverages
- Ultra‑premium/aged spirits, top‑shelf agave/whiskies, reserve wines, champagne by the bottle, high‑end rosés, and craft/rare labels not on the plan list.
- Bottles/carafes/pitchers, take‑away to villas beyond standard minibar policy.
- Fresh‑pressed juices/smoothies or specialty coffees if not printed on the plan list.
- Any beverage outside AI service hours or at non‑designated venues.
Activities & Wellness
- PADI dive center services: courses, dives, equipment/boat fees.
- Motorized watersports and private lessons/charters.
- Excursions (dolphin cruise, local island, sunset/sandbank trips) unless specified in your booking.
- Anantara Spa treatments and private/specialty yoga or wellness sessions.
- Professional photography and bespoke/private experiences.
Transfers & Other Services
- Speedboat transfers (usually bundled by tour operators but not inherent to AI).
- Laundry, boutique purchases, medical/clinic services.
- Government taxes/service charges on paid items.
How the Plan Works (Fine Print) 📝
- Identification: Expect a wristband or room‑card marker for plan verification.
- By the glass: Included drinks are served by the glass at designated outlets during operating hours; sharing/take‑away isn’t permitted.
- Lists rule: Only items on the printed All‑Inclusive Beverage List are included.
- Start/End: Benefits typically begin at check‑in and conclude at checkout time; coverage for early arrivals/late departures varies — confirm locally.
- Reservations: Dine‑around venues, Baan Huraa, and any specialty counters require advance booking; missed reservations usually count as used.
- Supplements: Premium dishes and certain venue experiences carry surcharges even under AI — your server will advise.
Adults‑Only & Sister‑Resort Access 👩❤️👨
- Veli is 18+ only; Dhigu is family‑friendly. Dine‑around includes specific Dhigu venues by reservation, with boat/pontoon transfers arranged by the resort. Access and frequency follow your plan’s rules and availability.
Smart Value Tips 💡
- Photograph the Beverage List on arrival — great for discovering the best included wines/cocktails without guesswork.
- Book Baan Huraa and the most coveted sunset slots as soon as you check in; alternate with a relaxed pool‑bar evening.
- If you enjoy premium bubbles or rare spirits, use AI for daily value and budget one or two splurge bottles for celebrations.
- Bring a well‑fitting mask if you’ll snorkel daily; resort gear is available, but personal fit is often better.
- Ask the sommelier for included pairings — Anantara’s wine teams are excellent at matching within the plan list.
Quick Compare: HB / FB / AI ⚖️
- Half Board (HB): Breakfast + dinner; beverages largely chargeable beyond standard water/tea/coffee at meals.
- Full Board (FB): Breakfast + lunch + dinner; beverages largely chargeable.
- All‑Inclusive (AI): FB meals + extensive beverages by the glass at designated venues, plus minibar basics and non‑motorized watersports/fitness inclusions per plan.
