If you’re a fan of beach-bound getaways and breath-taking views of sprawling blue ocean, then an over-water bungalow encounter is an essential experience because there’s nothing quite like it.
The Origins of the Over-Water Concept
Despite their traditional designs, over-water bungalows are a fairly new concept and appeared during the 1960s. They first popped up in the French Polynesian island of Moorea in a resort owned by Californians who were inspired to construct these striking abodes based on a novel they read.
The Modern Water Bungalow
In the present day, one nation that is synonymous with over-water bungalows is the Maldives. The 5 star resorts in Maldives with examples such as Adaaran Prestige Water Villas have pioneered the concept to the point of it becoming an art form.
Distinctive Design Features
Most over-water bungalows are designed with very humble exteriors to portray traditional architecture associated with their tropical setting. The interiors however boast five-star luxury, with a hallmark feature being the ‘Tahitian Television’, which involves a glass floor which allows inhabitants to gaze into the water below.
The Experience
Over-water bungalows have become synonymous with romance, which is why they are particularly popular with vacationing couples and honeymooners. It’s a breathtakingly beautiful and uncompromisingly luxurious affair that can be enjoyed in isolation and complemented with personalised service.
Auburn Silver is a travel writer who has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world. Google+
