Joanna James
As one of Asia's premier honeymoon destinations, the Maldives also offers visitors an array of engaging night-time distractions. Here's what to do when the sun goes down in paradise.
Fans of live performances and jazz bands in particular should not miss out on the chance to listen to the archipelago's finest local and international bands on a night out. Taking centre stage at local restaurants in Male as well as in resort hubs, visitors can enjoy a night of Bodu Beru percussion session to the crooning of a jazz piano or saxophone at these coveted musical events.
Why while one's time away at a club when one can belt one's favourite radio hits to backing music at a Maldivian karaoke room? Karaoke hubs are located inside resorts and hotels across the Maldivian archipelago but also as standalone entertainment hotspots in the nation's capital and those with a love of music and a song in their heart will find these establishments are open late for the convenience of patrons.
The country's premier underwater nightclub Subsix is arguably the trendiest place to dance the night away during a holiday in paradise. Not only can revellers jam with marine life swimming past but the venue also offers one of a kind dining experiences as well. Be sure to head to Subsix before the crowds gather to enjoy the immersive atmosphere of this underwater dance hall.
Don't forget to don white when attending the country's iconic White Parties. More than a beachside rave, the party with UV lights throwing vibrant shades across the dance floor is the place to be for the young and restless. Party till the sun comes up to the music of internationally renowned disc jockeys and leave your cares at the door at these memorable melees in paradise.
Often deemed as one of the more unusual night time activities in the Maldives, crab racing is a sporting activity unique to the archipelago as well. Hosted on specific nights at some of the country's top resorts the races involve selecting a crab and watching it race to the finish line on a sandy platform or enclosure made for the races. Guests can bet on their winner and walk away with a handsome prize if they are victorious or simply enjoy the rush to watching the crabs race to their destinies.
Available through top resorts in Maldives whether it's the Baros Maldives or any other, beach barbeques are a great way to celebrate special occasions when holidaying in the country. In fact, certain hotels will organize beach barbeque nights on specific days of the week or to make international holidays.
Movie fans holidaying in the Maldives should take the time to relish this one of a kind cinematic experience. Whether it's in the tropical jungle settings of an island or the open air beach theatres that prop up on resort grounds, experiencing a Hollywood movie under the stars on a lounge chair is once in a lifetime treat for the senses.
Bespoke dining experiences are all the rage in the Maldives and it's easy to see why as the sheer number of stunning locations available as settings is truly staggering. A candle light dinner for two on the beach is one such dining encounter couples and honeymooners can sign up for during a vacation in Maldives.
Angling enthusiasts need not restrict their favourite pastime to the daylight hours as night fishing is not only possible but a treasured activity among fishing fanatics vacationing in the Maldives.
As an activity reserved for those based in resort isles, bar hopping from one island to another is an activity one can only enjoy in the Maldives. Although the consumption of alcohol is prohibited on the mainland and elsewhere, resort bars stock impressive collections of spirits to entice bar fanatics from around the world.
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