Joanna James
With its delightfully white sandy beaches kissed by gentle surf, and gin-clear waters beautifully framed by swaying palms, the Maldives is one of the most popular destinations for honeymooning couples from across the globe. Here are 5 tips to help plan your perfect Maldives honeymoon!
To take your Maldives honeymoon slow and enjoy the island and resort of your choice one day at a time, consider planning for at least four nights. Honeymooners can consider staying in more than one type of room such as beach villas or overwater villas to get a complete experience. Alternatively, why not stay in two different resorts, if one has the luxury of enjoying an extended holiday in the archipelago? Many a Maldives romantic resort such as the likes of Anantara Veli Maldives Resort has something unique to offer! One can look forward to stunning house reefs, fabulous spas, and incredible underwater restaurants ideal for enjoying a romantic dinner with your significant other.
While honeymooning in the Maldives can certainly be a costly affair, scheduling your getaway between the low or off-season months of May to August will significantly help lower costs. For those keen on avoiding the monsoon season, consider visiting during the peak season stretching from November to April. Don’t forget to look up booking sites to compare prices. One can find some great cash-back deals or extra discounts by doing so.
In terms of food and beverages, honeymooners will get the choice of all-inclusive, full- board and half-board basis; at different price points if opting to stay in a resort in Maldives. While one can order food off a-la-carte menus in resorts, do note that it can be rather expensive due to the cost of flying the ingredients into the islands. It's all important to note that consuming alcoholic beverages outside of resorts is banned and bringing in alcoholic beverages into the Maldives is illegal as well. So don’t forget to account for the price of alcoholic beverages in your food and beverage budget. Honeymooners should consider signing up for an all-inclusive package so they can enjoy and order food and drinks without hesitation. Guests simply pay once at check-in and enjoy the rest of the stay with almost all the expenses covered. This means having access to unlimited poolside snacks and delicious tropical cocktails throughout the day!
No honeymoon in the Maldives is complete without taking the time to enjoy some fun activities and excursions - both land and sea-based. The Maldives is renowned for its water sports such as diving, snorkelling, boating, and jet skiing. Consider checking the activities offered by the resort of your choice before finalising bookings. This can give you an idea of how much to set aside for these activities. Other romantic activities to possibly enjoy include visits to sandbanks, candle-lit dinners under the stars, sunset cruises, and couples massages.
While planning a wedding can be quite stressful, don’t forget to include these items from your honeymoon packing list! Plenty of protective swimwear, sunglasses, reef-safe sunscreen, and beach cover-ups to shield oneself from the harsh tropical sunshine in the Maldives. Other useful items include dry bags to take to the beach, multi-plug adaptors, and any medication one might require.
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