Slow travel is a trend on the rise in the world of tourism – and for very good reason. The concept refers to travel that is unhurried, mindful and sustainable, embracing trips to new destinations that focus on connection with the land, the people, the cultures – as well as with your loved ones and yourself.
As Sebastian Modak of Condé Nast Traveler explains:
“Slow travel is a mindset… It comes down to how you engage with the world as you move through it… Slow travel means tamping down our own built-in, conditioned obsessions with time and allowing the world to move just a little slower so that we can actually notice it.”
This kind of getaway is realised by literally slowing down, by escaping the tyranny of time. And at The Nautilus, this is just the kind of atmosphere we nurture; indeed the concept Time Stands Still is one of our guiding hallmarks.
Read on to find out about what you can expect when you embark on slow travel at our private island sanctuary.
- Time to discover the true meaning of luxury
At The Nautilus, we believe that luxury is so much more than fine dining, extravagant accommodation and once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Of course, those things are wonderful, but in these overly busy days, luxury has come to mean something much more profound. True luxury recognises the priceless things in life – things like freedom from the tick of the clock, from the rush, from overwhelming schedules and busyness.
As such, everything we do on our idyllic private island is designed to usher in this luxury of timelessness. On our shores, there are no clocks or rigid routines and opening hours. You’re invited to dine at any time (all-day breakfasts, for example, are standard), to pursue leisure activities and extraordinary experiences whatever the hour, or to simply be – to do what you fancy as the mood takes you.
- Time to explore paradise – in exclusive privacy
Another rare treasure in today’s world of crowds and cameras, of traffic jams and social media, is the luxury of privacy. Which is why we encourage you to escape from the endless social events and business gatherings, from the anonymous faces and constant interruptions, to glorious tropical seclusion with your loved ones alone – this is, truly, paradise. And when immersed in the dreamy utopia of a castaway Maldives island, the bliss of the experience is exponential.
Within each of our exclusive 26 abodes, you’ll find generous spaces; uninterrupted, majestic views; beautiful, private sun decks with sparkling infinity pools; and interiors with gorgeous furnishings, whimsical finishes, sophisticated fittings and considered details that create a home away from home. What’s more, you can enjoy The Nautilus’s signature free-spirited experiences – from gastronomic feasts by masterful chefs, to indulgent spa treatments, to guided yoga sessions – in the privacy and comfort of your island home.
- Time to connect with what truly matters
Slow travel is very much related to mindfulness – and to mindful connection with the real riches of life. We all long for authentic connection, but the ever-present pseudo-connectedness of social media and the digital age has distracted us from this fundamental longing, and our busy lifestyles have left us with very little time to really connect: with ourselves, our loved ones and the planet we call home.
At The Nautilus, we do everything we can to facilitate intentional connection and attention – from cultivating an atmosphere of timeless, free-spirited existence, free of clocks and digital devices; to offering an enticing array of island activities and excursions designed to help you rediscover yourself, nurture your relationships, and ground your being in the exceptional beauty and therapeutic properties of nature.
You might want to dive into the weightless wonder of the underwater world, seduced by the coral reef marvels and the adventure that waits below the waves. Perhaps a couple’s spa day – complete with in-house massages and bathing rituals – is more your style. Or how about bonding with your family while enjoying a cooking class in local cuisine? Whatever you choose to do – or not do – our wish is that mindful connection will restore your health, enliven your mind, celebrate your relationships and reawaken you to the precious beauty and meaning of life.
Begin planning a slower, more meaningful escape to luxury. Get in touch with us at [email protected] or connect with us at +960 730 98 18 to craft your journey to a world of your own making.