Joanna James
The Maldives have long been perceived as a destination for couples and family getaways — even more for the former than the latter — but the tropical islands are nonetheless a fantastic host to your solo adventures. Come, discover what the Maldives has in store for you for a delightful time.
The idyllic island nation is often known to be a destination for doing nothing and its perception isn’t one that’s without reason. The whole host of picture-postcard beaches that call the Maldives home unleash the beach bum and sun lover in you, inviting you to laze away in immersive contemplation, lounging under swaying palms with pristine sands between your toes. The year-round sunshine and welcoming waters also make it a delightful activity to treat yourself to a refreshing cool dip, especially one that will help you beat the islands’ scorching heat.
The thrilling yet welcoming waters that surround the archipelagic nation of Maldives play host to scores of exhilarating water sports, including many that appeal to travellers exploring the islands on their own. For those craving that long-awaited rush of adrenaline, you have jet skiing, parasailing, surfing and kiteboarding. Snorkelling and scuba diving are always high on the list for all travellers, especially for those looking for something mellow and curious about the world underwater.
Be it a family vacation, a couple’s getaway or a solo expedition, your time in the tropical islands wouldn’t be complete without an island-hopping cruise around Maldives. The archipelagic nation is home to innumerable deserted islands, it is a must-do activity to embark on an exploration of at least a smaller share of it. After a day of engaging in adventurous island hopping, retreat to one of the islands’ finest hotels or resorts, including the likes of OBLU NATURE Helengeli by SENTIDO.
While the typical resort islands of the Maldives are undoubtedly dreamy and palatial, the real Maldives is far from this fabricated paradisiacal bubble. For those looking for something truly authentic, embark on a tour of the archipelago’s locally inhabited islands and enjoy a glimpse into genuine tropical island living. While the islands with the likes of Male are only the gateway into the country for most travellers, these local islands offer those on holiday much more than that.
On the golden-hued shores of Vaadhoo Island in Raa Atoll, the eponymous Vaadhoo Beach is unlike any other beach that calls the tropical islands home. As darkness descends upon the beautiful archipelago, the bioluminescent plankton that inhabits the waters surrounding Vaadhoo Island wash up onshore, creating a glow-in-the-dark sea, often described as a “sea of stars”. The breathtaking phenomenon is one of the most wondrous things about the island nation and an unmissable experience for all travellers.
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