{"id":24794,"date":"2025-08-15T14:00:16","date_gmt":"2025-08-15T07:00:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/?p=24794"},"modified":"2025-09-03T12:58:34","modified_gmt":"2025-09-03T05:58:34","slug":"dreaming-of-a-maldives-resort-getaway-heres-a-private-island-and-beach-resort-much-closer-to-singapore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/dreaming-of-a-maldives-resort-getaway-heres-a-private-island-and-beach-resort-much-closer-to-singapore\/","title":{"rendered":"Dreaming of a Maldives Resort Getaway? Here\u2019s a Private Island \u2014 and Beach Resort Much Closer to Singapore"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you picture a <\/span><b>Maldives resort<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you might imagine emerald waters, soft sand beaches, overwater stays, and calm moments away from crowds. Telunas offers all of this \u2014 but with its own unique twist.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Closer to Singapore, Easier to Reach<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flying to a Maldives resort from Singapore often takes 7\u20138 hours including layovers and transfers. Telunas is wonderfully simple: just an hour\u2019s ferry ride from Singapore to Batam, then a scenic boat ride to the resorts. In about 3 hours total, you\u2019ll be barefoot on an island, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">no flights required<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Telunas Private Island: Maldives-Style Seclusion<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-24784 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image5.jpg\" alt=\"Telunas Resort is a great alternative from the Maldives\" width=\"1999\" height=\"1500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image5.jpg 1999w, https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image5-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image5-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image5-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image5-1536x1153.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image5-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image5-510x382.jpg 510w, https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image5-1080x810.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1999px) 100vw, 1999px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/private-island\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Telunas Private Island<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is designed for couples seeking next-level privacy and romance. With just 15 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/private-island\/guest-rooms\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overwater Villas<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and 5 luxurious <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/private-island\/ridge-villas\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ridge Villas<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with private plunge pools, it\u2019s perfect for honeymoons or anniversaries (did we also mention <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/destination-weddings\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding ceremonies<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">?). Guests enjoy overwater massages, infinity pool views stretching over the sea, and personalized service that makes every stay feel exclusive.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Telunas Beach Resort: Laid-Back Island Fun<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-24808\" src=\"https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1999\" height=\"1796\" srcset=\"https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image3.jpg 1999w, https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image3-300x270.jpg 300w, https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image3-1024x920.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image3-768x690.jpg 768w, https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image3-1536x1380.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image3-1080x970.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1999px) 100vw, 1999px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/telunas-beach\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Telunas Beach Resort<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is ideal for families, friends, and couples who love a warm, communal atmosphere. Its rustic stilted <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/telunas-beach\/rooms\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overwater Bungalows<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> stand right above emerald waters, with a spacious beachfront perfect for swimming and sandcastle building. Kids can run free, join nature activities, and visit local villages \u2014 while adults unwind with beachside massages, sunset bonfires, and authentic Indonesian hospitality.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>What Telunas Shares with Maldives Resorts<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><b>Overwater Villas and Overwater Bungalows with stunning ocean views:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Enjoy waking up above the sea with panoramic views that remind guests of the Maldives experience.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><b>Privacy and seclusion:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Escape the crowds and find space to unwind with loved ones \u2014 just like you\u2019d expect at a resort in Maldives..<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><b>Rejuvenating massages overwater or beachside:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Choose between an overwater massage on the Private Island or a beachside massage at the Beach Resort to fully relax.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>What Makes Telunas Uniquely Different<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><b>No flights \u2014 just an easy ferry and boat ride from Singapore:<\/b> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spend less time in transit and more time enjoying the island.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><b>Cultural connections and village experiences:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Learn about local life through guided village visits and community activities that Maldives resorts rarely offer.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><b>Strong sustainability and local community support:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Telunas focuses on eco-friendly building, minimal impact, and partnerships with nearby communities.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><b>Vibrant island biodiversity:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The surrounding tropical jungle is teeming with wildlife with a diversed biodiversity, making every walk and hike an adventure in itself.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><b>Two resort options for different travel styles:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Switch between a romantic escape at the Private Island or a relaxed family adventure at the Beach Resort<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><b>Warm, thoughtful service:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> We\u2019re <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">well-known<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for it. Check out our Tripadvisor reviews for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com.my\/Hotel_Review-g1778353-d7155295-Reviews-Telunas_Private_Island-Sugi_Island_Riau_Archipelago_Riau_Islands_Province.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Telunas Private Island<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com.my\/Hotel_Review-g1778353-d566041-Reviews-Telunas_Beach_Resort-Sugi_Island_Riau_Archipelago_Riau_Islands_Province.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Telunas Beach Resort<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to see for yourself!<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ready to experience a Maldives-style escape closer to home?<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.telunasresorts.com\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Explore Telunas Resorts<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and plan your next island getaway.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When you picture a Maldives resort, you might imagine emerald waters, soft sand beaches, overwater stays, and calm moments away from crowds. Telunas offers all of this \u2014 but with its own unique twist. &nbsp; Closer to Singapore, Easier to &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/dreaming-of-a-maldives-resort-getaway-heres-a-private-island-and-beach-resort-much-closer-to-singapore\/\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":26,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[42,1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-24794","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-about-telunas","category-uncategorized"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/id\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24794","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/id\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/id\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/id\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/26"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/id\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=24794"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/id\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24794\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":24809,"href":"https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/id\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24794\/revisions\/24809"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/id\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=24794"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/id\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=24794"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/telunasresorts.com\/id\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=24794"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}