Tom Kelly
Located in the Indian Ocean, Maldives showcases pristine beaches, clear waters, rows of palm trees and great weather all year-round. In short, the country is truly a paradise and a treat to one’s soul.
Every year millions of tourists travel to the Maldives to materialise their dream holidays. At the top of many bucket lists, Maldives’ 1,192 islands offer so much to nourish your being. Here’s a list of things you can do in Maldives that keeping making your holiday better:
Maldives is one of those few countries where you can just kick back on a scenic beach and do absolutely nothing. Take in the sunshine, immaculate beauty of the beach and simply relax. Your rejuvenation process begins here. A trip to the Maldives is also your opportunity to leave behind the hustle of city life and work. When you take a walk along the sandy beaches, you will see many tourists doing just that - nothing. If you are staying at a top Maldives resort, you also have the option of lying beside beautiful swimming pools as the hotel staff attends to your every whim.
One of the world’s top destinations for snorkeling and diving, Maldives boasts clear, calm waters, gorgeous marine-life and breathtaking coral reefs. With a vast majority of the region consisting of water, it is no surprise that the most popular activities revolve around watersports. The boat rides to the dive locations themselves are worth the trip. During the dive you will see manta rays, eagle rays, turtles, sharks and dolphins. Paragliding and parasailing, house reef tours, kayaking and paddle boarding are very popular activities too. Regardless of whether you are just a beginner dabbling in watersports or a professional, there is something for you. The beaches are dotted with many certified establishments where you can rent out world-class equipment or even seek the services of guides to ensure you get the best experience without compromising on safety.
Maldives boasts some of the best wellness spas in the world and you would be doing yourself injustice if you do not indulge. A massage in an overwater pavillion is unbeatable, no matter how many massages you’ve got in the past. Imagine - lying in an open air space overlooking a picture-perfect lagoon with the soothing sounds of waves crashing against the shore, while a professional masseuse works their magic. Add the Lime Spa at PER AQUUM Niyama Maldives on the top of your list.
With a plethora of the finest restaurants in the world, Maldives is geared to offer you a taste of heaven through a range of cuisines from all over the world. You can rummage through cuisines such as Japanese, Chinese, Indian, Middle Eastern, Italian, Vietnamese and Thai amid an unbeatable range of seafood delights.
Although the country’s beaches offer memorable views, try a different perspective like going on a cruise. You can take your pick between sunset cruises and also island exploration cruises. The former lets you enjoy unspoiled views of the Indian Ocean with sunsets that need to be seen to be believed. A sunset view, champagne and your lover in your arms, romance does not get better than this. Island exploration cruises take you to visit a number of beautiful islands and also local fishing villages.
