Joanna James
From crystal-clear waters, picturesque beaches to an island nation that is on the cusp of achieving greater engineering feats, the Maldives serves up a number of leisure facilities to partake in.
The nation's capital of Male is quite the riveting ride indeed affording a glimpse into the ebbs and flows of life in these parts. Come morning, you may visit a local fish market to pick and choose from the freshest of catches before heading off in the direction of the Old National Museum for a history lesson or two. In the event you want a complete break from swarms of people, why not pause to catch your breath at Sultan's Park?
An excellent way to come to terms with the ways of the locals will be to spend a few hours on an inhabited island. Herein, you will be able to fathom the customs and beliefs that continue to be followed by present-day generations. The sampling of Maldivian food can be delighted in alongside the prospect of viewing as to how the arduous task of boat building is approached in this country. Do check on the availability of such an option to visit a local island from the hotel or resort that you intend on residing at.
Though a majority of these vessels are powered by diesel engines, in the days long gone, the Dhoni which is the Maldives' traditional boat operated solely with the help of sails and a driving, stiff breeze. For travellers vacationing in the Maldives, a ride onboard a Dhoni will offer a wonderful opportunity to sail these high seas as did the seafarers of old. A sunset cruise is the best way to maximise your time on this vessel with the added incentive of being able to organise a picnic whilst surrounded by the open ocean and verdant backdrops.
You can certainly choose to stay within the comfort and pampering of the Maldives villas that you happen to be based at the whole day but be mindful that there lies many a pleasure no sooner you are out and about. Dining in this country provides a host of opportunities to sample your way through some of the world's most appetizing fare. Be it an underwater restaurant, overwater villa or at an expansive restaurant with unobstructed vistas of the sea; choose from the spiciest of curries or renowned creations from all parts of the globe for one alluring take on one of life's glorious pleasures.
Know what else can be paired well like mac and cheese or rice and curry? The Maldives and water sports complement each other exceptionally and since the isles provide some of the best locations to enjoy such leisure to its fullest, you will be spoilt for choice. Diving comes across as a worthy contender to be included on your bucket list and especially, the chance to become a certified diver under the watchful eyes of a divemaster can be looked at should this be to your liking. A specialty PADI course or an Advanced Certificate in SSI such as those on offer at Kuramathi Maldives can be the way forward where you will be able to embark on water safaris to your heart's content. Swim with schools of fish, examine stretches of corals, or do a mix of both en route to discovering the beauty and brilliance of the marine world.
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