Joanna James
Love islands vibes, salt in your hair, relaxing on powder soft beaches and setting off on snorkeling tours whenever you fancy? Then the Maldives is your perfect destination. The place boasts over 1000 little coral islands and loads of fun; here are some undisputable reasons to visit the Maldives.
The Maldives is a honeymoon destination for a very good reason! Look forward to long spells basking on the soft white sand beaches, sipping a sunset cocktail and waiting for the sky to light up in hues of red and orange. Wake up to the sound of the pounding surf, head out into the crisp cool morning to be greeted by an amazing sunrise and wrap up your fabulous day in paradise with long walks along the beach, under the light of the silvery moon and a soft sea breeze caressing your face. Choosing to stay at a private resort is quite the treat since Maldives villas are perfect for savouring that island getaway vibe; plenty of options are available at top resorts similar to Grand Park Kodhipparu Maldives
Well, the whale shark is actually a very gentle giant fish, the largest fish in the world and a plant eater. The huge creatures are very elusive and hard to spot, however, the waters surrounding the Maldives islands are rich in plankton attracting the marine life which can often be spotted at areas such as the reef off Sun Island. The Baa Atoll, Maaya Thila and Ari Atoll too are popular spots for swimming with whale sharks which really is quite an unforgettable experience.
One of the best reasons for visiting the Maldives is the lure of scuba diving. Home to some of the world's best dive spots the archipelago is surrounded by stunning coral reefs in all the hues of the rainbow. The warm waters of the Indian Ocean on which the archipelago is located attracts a huge variety of marine life, treating divers to marvelous sights of huge manta rays, friendly dolphins, sea turtles, reef sharks and a myriad coloured tropical fish.
Consisting of over 90% water, the Maldives is where you get to enjoy a variety of water sports. Try your hand at kite surfing, paragliding, water skiing, jet skiing and even surfing at some pretty awesome spots; you can even take on a surfing safari and travel the islands surfing at some stunning locations far from the beaten path. Deep sea fishing too is a big lure in the Maldives, with even novice fishermen returning triumphantly with big hauls.
Apart from the fabulous location, you get to experience a fascinating foreign culture in the Maldives. There you get to visit the local islands and see how the simple islanders live while joining a traditional bodu beru drumming session on the beach is a good chance for you to practice your dance moves. You can explore the vintage mosques made from pink coral stone, dine on the traditional cuisine and even cherish a sunset cruise on a traditional wooden boat known as a dhoni.
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