Joanna James
Planning your honeymoon and looking for the perfect destination to write a new chapter of love? The Maldives is the ideal choice for couples and these are some of the things you can do to make your post-wedding getaway truly special.
If you are looking to truly get away from it all, you can stay at a luxury resort in Maldives on its own private island. After you land, you will be whisked away to the resort via speedboat or seaplane where endless days of beachside bliss await; yes, it's as sublime as it sounds! You will be surrounded by palm-fringed shores minus the crowds so you can enjoy intimate walks on the beach taking in the coastal scenery and catching magical sunsets with that special someone. All you need will be on the island itself including an onsite spa where you can indulge in some much-deserved pampering after the wedding.
An all-time favourite for honeymooning couples in the Maldives, villas built over the waters of a lagoon or the ocean, offer a luxurious hideaway surrounded by the sights and songs of the sea. Some overwater villas also have a private pool and either sunrise or sunset views which add to their allure. Depending on where you stay, the living space can even have sections with glass flooring to witness the marine world below. Best of all is the sundeck with not only a built-in hammock and daybed but steps leading to the water below for a romantic dip anytime you choose.
While beach dinners are something many destinations offer couples, in the Maldives, you can have a meal with your one true love on a sandbank just for two! These small sandbanks provide the ultimate seclusion and resorts such as Grand Park Kodhipparu organise special meals on them for a truly unique and private dining experience. You can have a gourmet picnic lunch or better yet, a sunset sandbank dinner with champagne, as a personal chef cooks the perfect meal to share amidst this enchanting backdrop.
Looking to sweep your loved one off their feet? You can take them on a romantic sunset cruise which is a popular activity offered in the Maldives. Resorts will usually organise such excursions on a traditional boat called a dhoni which adds to the charm of this experience. As you sail into the horizon, you can witness the awe-inspiring spectacle of the setting sun as you enjoy a champagne toast to your new life together.
In the Maldives, ordinary movie nights are made even more unforgettable with the chance to snuggle up with your partner and watch a movie on the beach and under the stars! Look to stay at a resort that offers this unique experience; they will set up a private cinema on the shore and will generally have a list of movies to choose from. Apart from comfy seating, popcorn or dessert along with drinks of your choice will be provided too as you watch the movie unfold amidst the whispers of romance blown across by the ocean.
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