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When Celebs Invade: The Maldives' Surprisingly Glamorous Encounters

How would you like to be treated like royalty or a celebrity for a weekend? Or even a week? The Maldives, with its exclusive and luxurious resorts, is a perfect spot for celebs to get away from the limelight and enjoy private time with loved ones. Join us as we take a peek into the glamorous world of celebrities who chose the Maldives for their sweet escape.

Amilla Maldives Resort's festive tropic vibes are an experience you shouldn't miss, whether you're a celebrity or not. Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay joined the festivities by spending the Christmas holidays with his family here. The MasterChef judge raised the bar even more by partnering with Amilla to host restaurant pop-ups at the resort. Now, that's a fantastic merge of business and pleasure!

2. Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan

When you are Dubai's Crown Prince who would like to enjoy a cozy time with your new bride, the Maldives is a stellar choice. A freediver and lover of the sea, Prince Hamdan fully immersed himself in the beautiful natural wonders of the Maldives.

3. Kareena Kapoor & Saif Ali Khan at Soneva Fushi

For Bollywood's royal couple; Kareena Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan, Soneva Fushi in the Maldives was the getaway of choice. With their family, they spent quality time under the sun.

4. Gwyneth Paltrow, Brad Falchuck, Chris Martin and Dakota Johnson at Soneva Jani

The ultra-luxurious Soneva Jani was the ideal holiday getaway for Gwyneth Paltrow and Brad Falchuk, and Chris Martin and Dakota Johnson. The picture-perfect turquoise waters and the posh villa in Soneva Jani gave them major wanderlust vibes.

5. Nicole Scherzinger, Naomi Harris and Jade Kidd at Soneva Jani

Nicole Scherzinger, Naomie Harris, and Jodie Kidd also spent an amazing couple of days vacationing at the super chic resort. Their Instagram pictures are proof of how much they loved the tropical island.

6. Shakira and Gerard Pique at Waldorf Astoria Ithaafushi

Is there any better place to flaunt your personally designed bikini than the idyllic Maldives? Shakira did exactly that! She and her husband, professional soccer player Gerard Pique, were one of the first guests of Waldorf Astoria after the Maldives reopened its borders. The couple enjoyed endless ocean views and a truly amazing time with Waldorf Astoria's top-notch hospitality.

7. Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner's Honeymoon

It was "no news - no shoes" for Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner who stayed here for their honeymoon and fed us with spectacular photos that were goals.

8. Serena Williams at Waldorf Astoria Ithaafushi

Sports icon Serena Williams announced "feeling recharged and refreshed" during her family vacay at Waldorf Astoria Ithaafushi. Her daughter was also having the time of her life in one of the resort's kiddie slides.

9. Katrina Kaif's Beach Vacation

Bollywood beauty Katrina Kaif took to Twitter to share her beachy Maldives vacation with fans worldwide. She looked absolutely stunning and gorgeous in her beach outfits while posing with Manish.

10. Michael Phelps at Conrad Rangali Maldives Island

When the world's most decorated Olympian swimmer, Michael Phelps, says he spent the best vacation ever at the Conrad Rangali resort in the Maldives, you know the resort did an awesome job. Conrad Rangali Maldives Resort indulged Phelps with fun outdoor activities to cater to his active lifestyle.

11. David & Victoria Beckham at One & Only Reethi Rah

Our favorite style icon, Victoria Beckham, and her gorgeous football star husband, David, spent 11 days at the stunning One & Only Reethi Rah. According to sources, it was one of their best Christmas getaways.

12. Chrissy Teigen & John Legend at Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas

Award-winning singer and composer John Legend proposed to his long-term girlfriend Chrissy Teigen in the Maldives. They spent their romantic getaway cozying up at the Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas.

13. Shilpa Shetty's Taj Exotica Maldives Resort Experience

Bollywood diva Shilpa Shetty and her entrepreneur husband named the Taj Exotica in the Maldives as one of their favorite places in the world. They have fond memories experienced at this gorgeous resort.

14. Rita Ora's Amilla Maldives Resort and Residences Experience

Amilla Maldives resort is known for its extravagant New Year's Eve parties with performances from international artists. British Popstar Rita Ora not only spent her holidays here but also performed for her enthralled fellow guests at the resort.

15. Paris Hilton at 1 OAK Beach Festival

With luxury and privacy at its core, it's no wonder Maldives attracts socialites such as hotel heiress Paris Hilton. She graced the ultra-exclusive 1 OAK beach festival.

16. Sonam Kapoor's Family Celebration

Award-winning Bollywood actress Sonam Kapoor picked Soneva Fushi in the Maldives to treat her family and to celebrate her brother-in-law's birthday. It was an amazing birthday blast, indeed!

17. Madonna's Soneva Fushi Getaway

Everyone's favorite material girl showed off her tan courtesy of the Maldivian sun. Madonna expressed her enjoyment of the privacy at Soneva Fushi.

You, too, can experience a glamorous vacation that celebrities and royals enjoy. The Maldives provides exceptional service and luxurious amenities that will surely make you feel like a star. Who knows? You might be rubbing elbows with one!

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