How to go on a dream vacation to the Maldives

Feeling stressed or burnt out from work? Tired of the daily housework routine? Or maybe you have a case of lockdown blues after being cooped up for so long? If the answer is “yes” to one or all these questions, then it’s high time you took a holiday! With that in mind, the Maldives makes the perfect destination for a dream vacay where you can enjoy relaxation, adventures and unique experiences.

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Get Away to a Private Island

This may sound something only celebs do, but in the Maldives, resorts are in fact, each located on private islands! The seclusion you will experience is sublime and is the ideal contrast to the hustle and bustle of the city. If you stay at a resort in the atoll where the international airport is located, you can enjoy the added convenience of being just a short speedboat ride away from a slice of paradise; pure white sand beaches bordered by turquoise ocean waters await!

Stay in a Luxurious Villa

Indulge in a stay at a villa which offers luxury comforts and conveniences; after all, this is the dream vacation you deserve! You can choose to reside right by the beach cocooned amidst jungle greenery and sun-kissed shores, with the ocean beckoning from beyond. In the Maldives, private villa options also include those that have been built above a lagoon, providing a unique overwater living space; amongst its most distinctive features is direct access to the waters below; fancy a midnight dip!

Experience Spa Pampering

Your getaway should be about getting in some much-needed rest and relaxation and resort spas offer all the rejuvenation you need. Properties the likes of Baros Maldives offer complete wellness experiences that combine traditional and modern spa rituals with aspects such as yoga and meditation for truly holistic healing. You can look forward to a personalised wellness journey which can include various massages, full-body scrubs, body wraps, facials and detox treatments as well as manicures and pedicures.

Take Part in Water Sports

Of course, not everyone’s idea of a perfect holiday involves just spending lazy days by the shore; for such individuals, water sports in Maldives is for you! Most resorts have a house reef near the island, so you can easily witness colourful coral and marine life in no time. Diving is another popular activity worth trying, though choose a resort with a PADI five-star dive centre that provides the needed training and certification. For more fun, wakeboarding, windsurfing, stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, water-skiing, catamaran sailing and fun tube rides are also on offer.

Enjoy Destination Dining

Tired of home dinners or eating at the same old restaurants? Destination dining in Maldives gives you a chance to not only savour delectable local and international cuisine but do so amidst some magical backdrops. You can look forward to having a romantic meal on the beach or the private deck of your villa overlooking the ocean. Some resorts make dining even more special; options can include a champagne breakfast on an overwater wooden deck, gourmet picnic on a secluded sandbank or intimate dinner cruise for two!

Embark on Excursions

Not to be missed is a chance to head off on captivating excursions; in the Maldives, there is much to explore and experience away from the island resorts too. You can consider a private sunset cruise, dolphin watching expeditions or big game fishing where you can catch everything from wahoo to sailfish. To soak up the local culture, you can visit the capital, Male on a private excursion which will take you to key attractions and can include some souvenir shopping too.