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Travel Diaries Maldives – Oblu Select Sangeli

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Recently I was lucky to visit the warm paradise of the Maldives again – five splendid days of luxuriating on private beaches, basking in balmy weather and weightless freedom. The powdery blue Indian Ocean is home to this cluster of 26 atolls, shaping a tropical nation out of coral islands and layered reefs.

Shortly before landing in Male you can admire all the paradisiacal islands! Make sure you get a window seat!! Upon arrival at Male International Airport, I was whisked away to my island of stay by speed boat. For 50 minutes, I enjoyed an endless sprawl of blue sea and surprisingly, Wi-Fi! You can post scenic Instagram stories real time.

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As beautiful as the surroundings were, one highlight of my trip was definitely my temporary fort: the resort OBLUE SELECT. Newly opened, Sangeli’s branch is the youngest addition to long-established Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts, a brand known for their many-star deluxe accommodations in the Indian Ocean. Emphasizing a hassle-free experience, the resort offers a comfortable atmosphere amid natural attractions and supplementary facilities. You can expect very quality service; the staff is extremely friendly and always ready to gift you with a smile.

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Oblu Select, Fasten Ur Seatbelts, Oblu, Maldives, Oblu Select Sangeli

Sangeli is made for fun!

I stayed in a Beach Villa, which tops the list of their various rooms. Think white-washed house with wooden fencing, straw accents for ambiance and cozy bedroom. The private villas are designed to be both trendy and traditionally Maldivian, combining modern luxuries with an airy feel. The best example of its dynamic design is the amazing outdoor bathroom, equipped with a showerhead and tub. The Deluxe version also features a mosaic tiled ‘pool’ that added pops of color to the clean space.

Of course, the Beach Villa’s winning point is that it is right in front of the beach. I loved being so close to the sea front, with a sandy strip of the beach smack dab at my door! It’s like having my own sand kingdom. There’s nothing more relaxing than lounging on the day-bed on the sundeck.

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Oblu Select, Fasten Ur Seatbelts, Oblu, Maldives, Oblu Select Sangeli

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Oblu Select, Fasten Ur Seatbelts, Oblu, Maldives, Oblu Select Sangeli

Oblu Select, Fasten Ur Seatbelts, Oblu, Maldives, Oblu Select Sangeli

Oblu Select, Fasten Ur Seatbelts, Oblu, Maldives, Oblu Select Sangeli

Oblu Select, Fasten Ur Seatbelts, Oblu, Maldives, Oblu Select Sangeli

Oblu Select, Fasten Ur Seatbelts, Oblu, Maldives, Oblu Select Sangeli

Oblu Select, Fasten Ur Seatbelts, Oblu, Maldives, Oblu Select Sangeli

Making the best of this set-up, I spent most of my time in or near water. How could anyone resist the turquoise lagoons and extensive reefs? Snorkeling is a must. I enjoyed the beautiful corals teeming with small-reef fish. Professional guides (for both snorkeling and diving) will take you to the outer reefs as well as the inner lagoon for vibrant underwater sights.

You can sign up for courses at the TGI Dive & Watersports Centre. There are also a range of watersports you can do; I went kayaking as the cooling waters were hard to resist. And when I was fueled up on sleep and food, I played volleyball at the Recreation Center. If you’re feeling sore after a long day out, make sure to drop by the ELENA Spa! There’s also a yoga pavilion if you need to stretch out your muscles.

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Oblu Select, Fasten Ur Seatbelts, Oblu, Maldives, Oblu Select Sangeli

Oblu Select, Fasten Ur Seatbelts, Oblu, Maldives, Oblu Select Sangeli

Oblu Select, Fasten Ur Seatbelts, Oblu, Maldives, Oblu Select Sangeli

Oblu Select, Fasten Ur Seatbelts, Oblu, Maldives, Oblu Select Sangeli

Speaking of food, Oblu Resort comes with two specialty restaurants: Just Grill, which serves fresh seafood and meat grills, and Simply Veg, gourmet vegetarian meals. I thoroughly enjoyed eating at their main restaurant The Courtyard, which caters a buffet. Their freshly made burgers are delicious.

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Oblu Select, Fasten Ur Seatbelts, Oblu, Maldives, Oblu Select Sangeli

Oblu Select, Fasten Ur Seatbelts, Oblu, Maldives, Oblu Select Sangeli

And you can’t go without experiencing the stunning sunset at the sunset bar. Help yourself to the unlimited selection of beverages and watch the sun sink into a sky of watercolors. After a long, serene moment, nightly entertainment comes out to spice things up! I had so much fun every evening with their Music & DJ Nights – there’s even a live music show every week.

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Oblu Select, Fasten Ur Seatbelts, Oblu, Maldives, Oblu Select Sangeli

Oblu Select, Fasten Ur Seatbelts, Oblu, Maldives, Oblu Select Sangeli

If you are currently planning a trip to the Maldives, I highly recommend an Oblu Sangeli resort stay. In fact, you should definitely take advantage of the great opening offer I found! For 2100€ to 2600€ per person from now until January, you can enjoy an all-inclusive 7-day holiday. It includes flight tickets from Germany, hotel shuttle services (the speed boat between airport and resort) and full coverage of food and beverages, as well as alcoholic drinks and cocktails.

You can also refer to The Serenity Plan on the resort’s website, which gives a detailed look at what experiences they offer. Apart from dynamic dining and free-flow beverages, you also get full access to the Recreation Center, seasonal activities, complimentary excursions and a one-time sunset fishing experience. Active people in particular will love it since they can enjoy a range of non-motorized water sports as well, such as paddle boarding, kayaking and pedalos.

Sounds like a dream right?

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Oblu Select, Fasten Ur Seatbelts, Oblu, Maldives, Oblu Select Sangeli

Oblu Select, Fasten Ur Seatbelts, Oblu, Maldives, Oblu Select Sangeli

Oblu Select, Fasten Ur Seatbelts, Oblu, Maldives, Oblu Select Sangeli

Oblu Select, Fasten Ur Seatbelts, Oblu, Maldives, Oblu Select Sangeli

Oblu Select, Fasten Ur Seatbelts, Oblu, Maldives, Oblu Select Sangeli

Oblu Select, Fasten Ur Seatbelts, Oblu, Maldives, Oblu Select Sangeli

Oblu Select, Fasten Ur Seatbelts, Oblu, Maldives, Oblu Select Sangeli

Have you Visited Mallorca’s Most Beautiful Place?

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In the mountains of Mallorca, you will find the most beautiful city on the island. When you visit it, you will quickly realize that Sóller is not only, in my opinion, the most bizarre town on the island but also the most alluring one. Due to the many small streets here you can feel slightly overwhelmed by the crowds of tourists, especially during the main time. But visiting these following areas will make sure that you are surrounded by serenity and calm.

In den Bergen von Mallorca findet ihr die schönste Stadt auf der ganzen Insel. Bei einem Besuch werdet ihr ganz schnell feststellen, dass Sóller nicht nur in meinen Augen die makelloseste Stadt auf der Insel ist. Auf Grund der vielen kleinen Gassen ist hier nur wenig von dem starken Tourismus während der Hauptzeit zu spüren! Besonders nicht, wenn ihr folgende Gegenden besucht!

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Where to stay

If you want to escape the onrush of holiday tourists or generally do not like to sleep in enormous castle beds, the Finca Ca’n Quatre is just the place for you. The Finca is located, in the valley of Sóller and it offers you the absolute relaxation with family along with the idyllic atmosphere.

After only a 30-minute drive from the airport, we reached the Finca on the north coast. Alone the entrance to the Finca we felt like we were going to the home of a local. First, of course, I noticed the countless lemon trees that took my breath away.

Once you step through the threshold, you have arrived in the oasis. Llum, the owner and all the staff welcomed us very friendly and led us into the breathtaking garden. There is no need to worry about getting a seat by the pool there is always a place in the garden or the lounge corner.

Even the rooms invite you to relax with their comfortable and cozy ambience. We even had a roof terrace in our suite and could enjoy the incredible view of the mountains.

I would recommend you to have breakfast and dinner in the country hotel, as it is always very fresh and you often find overpriced tourist restaurants in the area, so it is better to avoid them and stick to country hotel. Although Sóller is rarely crowded, it is a popular day flight destination, especially for hikers.

Hiking tours and other activities can also be booked directly at the hotel.

Wenn ihr dem Ferientourismus entkommen möchtet oder generell nicht gerne in riesen Bettenburgen schlaft, ist die Finca Ca´n Quatre genau die richtige Unterkunft für euch! Die im Tal von Sóller liegende Finca bietet euch mit ihrer familiären und idyllischen Atmosphäre absolute Erholung!

Nach einer ca. 30-minütigen Autofahrt vom Flughafen aus, haben wir auch schon die Finca an der Nordküste erreicht. Schon allein die Einfahrt zur Finca hat sich angefühlt, als ob wir zu einem Einheimischen nach Hause fahren! Als erstes sind mir natürlich die unzähligen Zitronenbäume aufgefallen!

Sobald man durch die Türschwelle tritt, ist man in der Oase angekommen. Llum, die Besitzerin und das gesamte Personal haben uns direkt sehr freundlich empfangen und in den atemberaubenden Garten geführt! Hier braucht sich auch keiner Sorge, um einen Platz am Pool zu machen! Es findet sich immer ein Platz im Garten oder in der Lounge Ecke!

Auch die Zimmer laden mit ihrem komfortablen und gemütlichen Ambiente zur Erholung ein! Wir hatten sogar an unserer Suite eine Dachterrasse und konnten den wundervollen Blick aufs Gebirge genießen!

Ich würde euch empfehlen im Landhotel zu frühstücken und zu Abend zu essen, da es immer sehr frisch zubereitet wird und ihr in der Gegend oft eher überteuerte Touristenrestaurants findet. Auch wenn Sóller selten überfüllt ist, ist es ein beliebtes Tagesausflugsziel oder aber auch für Wanderer.

Wandertouren und weiter Unternehmungen können auch direkt im Hotel gebucht werden.

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Spain, Mallorca, Soller, Guide, Finca

Spain, Mallorca, Soller, Guide, Finca

Spain, Mallorca, Soller, Guide, Finca

Spain, Mallorca, Soller, Guide, Finca

Spain, Mallorca, Soller, Guide, Finca

Spain, Mallorca, Soller, Guide, Finca

Spain, Mallorca, Soller, Guide, Finca

Spain, Mallorca, Soller, Guide, Finca

Spain, Mallorca, Soller, Guide, Finca

What to do

Regardless of the tours offered, you can, of course, explore the area on your own.

Port de Sóller is just a few minutes’ drive away. The city center is about 10 minutes away, and there is also a bus that takes you to the port. I would recommend you to catch the historical train at least once. It drives not only through Sóller and the port, but even takes you to the Palma. The scenic backdrop on the approximately one-hour drive will blow your mind.

Many of the restaurants in the port of Sóller like to charge high prices despite their low quality. So be careful with your restaurant selection. In the Café Cappuccino, however, you get a very delicious sparkling wine and coffee with a view of the harbor.

You should also take a look at the harbor and the harbor entrance from above. The Sa Barca Restaurant overlooks the harbor and the sea.

Also, in the center of Sóller, you will find numerous shops and cafes to stay. However, I would rather explore the narrow streets, as they are really an experience of a lifetime.

From here you should definitely take the 45-minute walk to Fornalutx. Upon your arrival in the center of Fornalutx, the little hike will be rewarded by nature’s beauty. It is one of the most beautiful villages I have even seen in Mallorca.

Unabhängig von den angebotenen Touren, könnt ihr die Umgebung natürlich auch auf eigene Faust erkunden!

Port de Sóller ist nur wenige Fahrminuten entfernt. Die Innenstadt ist ca. 10 Minuten entfernt und dort fährt auch ein Bus zum Hafen. Ich würde euch empfehlen mindestens einmal mit der historischen Bahn zu fahren! Diese fährt nicht nur durch Sóller und den Hafen, sondern sogar bis nach Palma. Die landschaftliche Kulisse auf der ca. knapp einstündigen Fahrt soll atemberaubend sein!

Viele der Restaurants im Hafen von Sóller berechnen gerne hochwertige Preise für geringe Qualität! Seid also vorsichtig mit eurer Restaurantauswahl! Im Café Cappuccino bekommt ihr allerdings einen unheimlich leckeren Sekt und Kaffee mit einem Blick auf den Hafen.

Ihr solltet euch den Hafen und die Hafeneinfahrt auf jeden Fall auch einmal von oben anschauen! Das Restaurant Sa Barca Restaurant bietet eine Aussicht über den Hafen und das Meer an.

Auch im Zentrum von Sóller findet ihr zahlreiche Shops und Cafés zum verweilen. Jedoch würde ich eher die engen Gassen erkunden, da sie wirklich ein Erlebnis sind!

on hier aus solltet ihr auf jeden Fall den 45-minütigen Spaziergang nach Fornalutx in Kauf nehmen! Bei eurer Ankunft im Zentrum von Fornalutx wird die kleine Wanderung schon belohnt! Es ist eines der schönsten Dörfer, die ich auf Mallorca

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Spain, Mallorca, Soller, Guide, Finca

How to get to Sóller

Now you are sure to ask yourself how are you going to get to Sóller, right? 🙂 The easiest way is, of course, to fly from your location to Palma! 😉 I almost always fly with Ryanair to Mallorca, because I often get a return flight from Cologne for about 39 €.

Of course, you have to be a bit flexible with the arrival and departure dates.

Our rental car for the two days only cost us an unbeatable 8 €! No, that’s not a joke. If I want to afford a higher quality hotel, I just have to save on the other things. But, of course, not on the little detour in Palma’s beautiful city center. The city center is almost always on the way to your destination and is only 10 minutes from the airport.

Also, in our new small car, all purchases with luggage fit perfectly without any trouble. But you should always park in the parking garage or a private parking lot so that nothing happens to your rental car. I booked through the car rental comparison of Check24 (which has no ads) and on the site I deposited about 900 € as a deposit, as I had insurance at Check24. This was included in the 8 €. The provider, Aurum Cars, refunded the deposit within 24 hours after the expiry of the accident-free rental period. The service was great.

Jetzt fragt ihr euch mit Sicherheit, wie ihr nach Sóller kommt! 🙂 Die einfachste Möglichkeit ist natürlich von eurem Standort nach Palma zu fliegen! 😉 Ich fliege fast immer mit Ryanair nach Mallorca, da ich oft schon einen Hin- und Rückflug von Köln aus für ca. 39€ bekomme.

Ihr müsst natürlich ein bisschen flexible mit dem An- und Abreisedaten sein.

Unser Mietwagen für die zwei Tage hat nur unschlagbare 8€ gekostet! Nein, das ist kein Scherz! Wenn ich mir ein hochwertigeres Hotel leisten möchte, muss ich halt an anderen Dingen sparen. Aber natürlich nicht an dem kleinen Abstecher in Palmas wunderschönen Innenstadt! Die Innenstadt liegt fast immer auf dem Weg zu eurem Ziel und ist nur 10 Minuten vom Flughafen entfernt.

Auch in unseren neuen Kleinwagen haben alle Einkäufe mit Gepäck gepasst! Parken solltet ihr aber immer im Parkhaus oder auf einem privaten Parkplatz, damit eurem Mietwagen nichts passiert! Gebucht habe ich über den Mietwagenvergleich von Check24 (keine Werbung) und vor Ort habe ich ca. 900€ als Kaution hinterlegt, da ich eine Versicherung bei Check24€ abgeschlossen hatte. Diese war in den 8€ mit enthalten. Der Anbieter, Aurum Cars, hat mir die Kaution innerhalb von 24 Stunden nach Ablauf der unfallfreien Mietzeit erstattet. Auch der Service war super!

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