After more than 13 years and somewhere in the region of 20 stays (I've genuinely lost count!), I can say with absolute certainty this was our favourite stay yet.
Despite major refurbishment works taking place, our experience was nothing short of exceptional. Every single visit reminds us why we keep returning year after year, but somehow this one managed to surpass them all.
Our villa was simply extraordinary. Calling it a villa almost feels inaccurate – it's more like having your own private luxury hotel. The terrace and swim-up lagoon pool is absolutely spectacular. Every detail has been considered, and there is quite literally everything you could possibly need, including a fully equipped kitchen.
The housekeeping team deserves enormous praise. The villa was maintained to perfection throughout our stay. The bedrooms are beautiful, incredibly comfortable, and without fail I always have the best night's sleep here. The bathrooms – all seven of them! – are fit for royalty, combining luxury, space and elegance in every corner.
Breakfast, served in the villa each morning, was another highlight. The selection was extensive, the quality outstanding, and every morning felt like a special occasion. Fresh, delicious and beautifully presented.
What truly sets this place apart, however, is the people. Luxury surroundings are wonderful, but it's the colleagues who make this resort so special and are the reason we continue to return as regularly as possible.
A special mention must go to Alma, our villa butler, and Yasmin from Guest Services. Their warmth, professionalism, kindness and attention to detail were beyond anything we could have expected. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and by the end of our holiday they felt more like friends than members of staff. They made an already incredible stay completely unforgettable.
Thank you to everyone for another truly magical holiday. After all these years, this remains our favourite place in the world, and we are already counting down the days until our return in August for my birthday. We simply cannot wait!
