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About the Maldives
Stunning white-sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, an extraordinary underwater kingdom, villas on stilts, fresh seafood, there's nowhere quite like the Maldives for the ultimate in luxury, romance and decadence - this is truly the holiday destination of a lifetime.
Made up of 1200 perfect tiny islands boasting some of the best beaches on the planet, there's a reason over 1m visitors make the trip every year to bask in sun and enjoy the ultimate relaxation in this Indian Ocean tropical paradise.
When every resort is its own private island, you can see how decadence and luxury might be the focal points. A favourite with honeymooners, at the top end you'll find private butler service and villas on stilts stretching across the crystal clear waters but there's a more accessible, more family friendly alternative too for those with a slightly smaller budget but no less desire for perfection. If you're a diver, there are islands that specifically cater to you too.
In the past these islands have catered exclusively to the wealthy, staying at high end resorts, but more and more guest houses are opening up so for a more traditional experience, you can now stay among the locals and find out what Maldivian island life is really like.
Hot all year round, the peak season is January to March when the sun shines for longer, the rain falls less frequently and the prices sky rocket. To take advantage of the better value options, consider the rainy season. With average temperatures hovering around 30°C all year round, what a bit of rain to cool things down when the sun gets a bit too much?
For the ultimate luxury getaway and to experience something truly magical, you really have to start thinking about booking your Maldives trip now.
When to visit
If you're planning a holiday in the Maldives, our top picks for the best time to travel would be March
March
Idyllic all year-round, March is a great time to visit the Maldives with 30°C, crystal clear waters, golden sandy beaches and a tropical underwater world just waiting to be explored
Maldives Blog posts
From the UK's most popular travel bloggers
Maldives Hotel Review: One Week at Angsana Velavaru and Dhawa Ihuru
29th December 2023 by Stoked to Travel
The Maldives is quite simply one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been. From the moment you depart Malé Airport by speedboat or sea plane, to landing on your paradise island, everything is just picture postcard perfect. Truly powder white sands, the bright turquoise seas and quite incredible underwater marine life....
Tropical Tranquillity: Your Guide to the Maldives
19th December 2023 by Midlands Traveller
The Maldives is a destination that captures the imagination of every wanderlust-filled soul. With its pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, and luxurious resorts, it's no wonder that this tropical paradise is on everyone's travel bucket list. In this guide, we will take you on a journey to the Maldives, providing you with all the information you need to plan your own idyllic escape to this slice of heaven on Earth. So sit back, relax, and let us transport you to a world of tropical...
Five Days in Paradise: Our Stay at The Residence Falhumaafushi, Maldives
9th November 2023 by Pack the PJs
I cannot believe that having wanted to visit the Maldives all my adult life, I’ve now visited for the second time in 6 years! For this visit our chosen island destination was The Residence at Falhumaafushi, a resort joined to another (The Residence at Dhigurah) by a 1km-long wooden bridge – and we had the freedom to explore both resorts during our stay. So, after 11 days of touring around Sri Lanka, the five days we had booked here was to chill out, relax, recharge … and just soak up the...
The Best Dive Resorts in the Maldives
26th July 2023 by Inside the Travel Lab
Enveloped in the turquoise embrace of the Indian Ocean, the Maldives archipelago is a diver’s paradise. This string of 26 coral atolls, stretching across 298 square kilometres, offers a harmonious blend of tranquillity and spectacular marine life. ...
Hidden Beaches to Discover in the Maldives
24th March 2023 by Pack the PJs
Visitors from around the world flock to the Maldives, a tropical paradise located in the Indian Ocean, to experience its stunning beaches. This idyllic destination offers a wealth of hidden beaches to explore and enjoy....
16 really useful things to know before booking a Maldives holiday
26th October 2022 by Where Angie Wanders
Aholiday in the Maldives is a dream destination that just about everyone wants to experience at least once in their lifetime. To be able to feel the white powder-soft sandy beaches and dazzling azure waters of the Indian Ocean, to see the famous Maldivian sunsets and to stay in an overwater villa are some pretty good reasons to put a luxury Maldives holiday at the top of any travel wishlist....
7 best things to do in the Maldives and where to stay
27th July 2021 by Two Monkey's Travel
The Maldives is a paradise for you, for me, for all of us, that’s for sure. It’s not surprising though, you may say the pictures speak for themselves but actually, photos are not enough. The Maldives is even more beautiful when you’re really there. So if you’re thinking of going here in the future, here’s our list of the best things to do in the Maldives....
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