After deciding on the Maldives as a destination the hard part was deciding which island to stay on. After much research I found Club Faru through First Choice - good price and looked good. To be sure I checked out the reviews on Trip Advisor and was convinced to make the booking. I am so glad I did. I can only endorse all the good things people have said. Food is brill with a special thank you to the dessert Chef who's deserts were always outstanding his bread & butter pudding is by far the best I have ever had. The accommodation is clean, comfortable and spacious. I have read some people saying the accommodation is basic with no T.V. what do people want from an island in the middle of the Indian Ocean...? Nothing is too much trouble for the staff on this island, really friendly. Night life is limited but if you are up for some fun give the kareoke a go. Zita, First Choice's resident rep is a lovely lady who is always on hand to help and advise should you need it. We did the Dolphin trip $30 each and seen loads of dolphins in their natural habitat, what a treat. We also did the island hopping on the sea plane which I would highly recommend - it was $214 each but worth every penny. My best memory of Club Faru is just how genuinely friendly all the staff are. Bath towels and beach towels are provided daily. The east side of the island is the hotest with the other side having more of a constant gentle breeze. I would say the east side of the island has the more secluded view but the other side is just as nice I don't think you would be disappointed which ever side you stayed on.

Back from a two Week Stay at Club Faru, Really did enjoy it, firstly

Staff:
were great very friendly, always had big smiles, always said Hello and work very hard to make sure you have the best stay whilst your there, (Zita from First Choice is such a lovely Person she is the best rep i have ever met very profesional and very good at her Job)

Rooms:
are basic but spacious and cleaned every day new Hand/bath sheets and beach towles changed every day, also have standard british plugs which is great only down fall no Fridge or TV.

Food:
The food was excellent, always a different menu every day not repetative at all and if you like your sweets then your in for a big treat,Snacks are sandwiches served at the bars throughout the day.

Entertainment:
Disco, Karako,live band and a very good presentation from the diving school, well worth going to.

Shop:
Well this shop never stopped to amaze me every day something new would appear, wasnt to badly priced either, oh and you can get mars bars and bountys from there at a very reasonable Price.

Beaches:
Very clean and white sands, take your snorkling gear as the fish are amazing

Excursions:
Two free snorkling trips per day (if your lucky you may see dolphins) We did the sunset fishing and had a whale of a time (excuse the pun) highly recommended, free trip to male is different go for the experience I would recomend you have a guide to show you around we did.

Holiday In general was great two weeks felt more like a month we met some lovely people, hello to everyone we met I hope to hear from you all soon.

Just arrived back last night after staying the best 2 weeks holiday
(even though it is the tail end of monsoon season ), had a few downpours but mainly at night so it does'nt bother you.

Hotel has no tv in rooms but very large and clean accommodation.
Room boy changes beach/pool towels everyday, Hotel staff are all really friendly nothing seemed too much trouble the food is fantastic and the pastry chef well he certainly knows how to make you pile on the pounds.

Did'nt go to the pool often as we all prefer the beach with it's soft white sands.

If you book with First Choice you are going to have the BEST HOLIDAY REP EVER (her name is Zita) she really is a GEM.

Would i recommend this resort YES DEFINTELY. My only downfall was my tipple that i drink is not in with the all inclusive

Hotel Club Faru........what a find.....this hotel is a little gem... we couldnt find any fault with this holiday at all.
the transfer was quick.. speedboat took about 10 mins...when you step off the speedboat you are met with a cold towel and a cocktail.....within 10mins or so you are settled in your room...cases open... throw on your swimwear, step out of your room, and you are on the beach....10 paces and you can feel the sea gently lapping at your feet.
Then, off to the bar....choose your tipple ( plenty of choice ) and settle at a table on the patio, where you can gaze out to sea and as you feel the gentle breeze cooling your face, you can marvel at this little piece of heaven.
After a few drinks, then head for something to eat..... you are shown to a table by a waiter, and you keep the same table and are served by the same waiter the rest of your holiday duration.
No matter what sort of food you like, there is something for everyone with plenty of choice.
Down side....if you can call it that...... this little jewel of an island is due to be demolished in 18 months time for resedential use.....
so anyone thinking of going on holiday to this happy little island ( linda & peter, what you think ) then i say book up, you will not regret it....you will certainly be glad you chose this little hideaway .......