Have you ever dreamt of travelling to the Maldives?

Maldives, located in the Indian Ocean, is a real paradise for lovers of dream beaches, coral reefs and water activities.

This archipelago, located a few kilometres from Sri Lanka and southern India, is made up of 1,200 coral islands spread over 26 atolls, although only about 200 of them are inhabited.

It is a truly magical place, boasting some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, with its palm trees, white sands and crystal-clear turquoise watersYou will be able to relax as you have never done before, while you enjoy the seabed, full of corals, colourful fish, manta rays and sea turtles.

Whether you are travelling with your partner, family or friends, it is an exclusive destination that you will fall in love with, and in this post we want to explain to you some experiences that you can't miss to enjoy it even more.

Flying seaplanes

Flying in a seaplane is one of those sensations that we must experience at least once in our lives.

In the Maldives it is usually the means of transport between Male, the capital of the country, and the island where our resort is located. A thrilling ride through the clouds, which usually takes no more than 45 minutes, and which will allow us to have the opportunity to have spectacular and unique views of all the floating islands that are found over the ocean in different shades of blue.

And if the flight is already exciting, imagine the landing, literally on the water. An experience hard to forget!

Staying in a villa on the water

Can you imagine waking up every day to incredible ocean viewsWhat about being on your terrace and having to walk down a few steps to enjoy the crystal clear water with colourful fish fluttering around you?

Well, stop imagining it, because if you travel to the Maldives this is possible if you stay in an overwater bungalow.

To be able to see the sunrise from the terrace while you have your first coffee of the day, to go downstairs and take a dip every time you want to refresh yourself, to feel peace, tranquillity and freedom while you look at the infinite ocean, ..., these are sensations you will never forget.

Diving or Snorkelling in a unique location

It is well known that the Maldives is a paradise for lovers of the sea and one of the world's best diving locationsThe sea bed is very rich and varied, and the waters are crystal clear and crystal-clear.

All you need is a pair of goggles, a snorkel and some flippers to discover all that is hidden under the water. Corals, many plant species and a great variety of animals.

As if it were a giant aquarium, as we dive we will come across thousands and thousands of colourful fish, manta rays, sea turtles and even small sharks, while at the same time we will be luxury spectators of a unique coral reef.

A marine spectacle of life and colour that will make you fall in love.

Visitors to the Maldives can swimming with manta rays and even swimming with sharks whale, thanks to plankton-protected marine environments such as Manta Point, which is right next to Hanifaru Bay, as well as other shark, ray and whale watching sites.

Up to 23 species of whales and dolphins can be sighted in the Maldives depending on the season and location and it is quite an experience to enjoy this natural spectacle with a sea excursion.

Surfing

The Maldives is one of the surfing community's best kept secrets. Because the archipelago is made up of coral reefs, there are seemingly endless grooves for surfers. One of the most famous is Pasta Point. You can almost guarantee an uncrowded surf spot for you and your gear, consistent rolls and good weather.

Enjoy doing different water activities

The Maldives is a paradise for sea lovers. There you can not only dive or even scuba dive, but you can do a myriad of other water activities: kayaking, jet skiing, paddle surfing, windsurfing, kite surfing, water skiing, sailing, and even go fishing and surfing.

A activities that will bring us fun and adrenalin and that will perfectly complement the moments of relaxation and wellbeing, while enjoying these beautiful waters.

Taste its delicious gastronomy

On a trip to the Maldives you will not only enjoy its dream beaches and seabed, but also its gastronomy. A gastronomy that is a perfect combination of tradition, and of modernityThe latter is represented by the luxury of the resort restaurants. Maldivian cuisine is flavoursome, spicy and delicious.

How could it be otherwise? fish is one of its star products. You can eat it grilled, raw, fried, stewed, with spices, ..... In a thousand different ways!

And most importantly, it will be fresh, sometimes you will even see the fishermen with their boats arriving to bring it freshly caught just moments before you can drink it.

On the other hand, the tropical fruits are also essential products in the gastronomic offer that we are going to find, which in general will be very varied, with a wide range of fish, seafood, meat, vegetables, rice, fruit and also delicious sweets.

And if you're travelling with your partner, you can't miss out on an romantic dinner on the beachAnother experience that will be very difficult to forget.

Excursion to a sandbank

Take a boat trip and get to the famous sand tongues (sandbank) or to a deserted isle where you can feel like Robinson Crusoe. Of course, arrange for them to come and pick you up, it's good to put yourself in the place of a shipwrecked person, but only for a few hours.

Renting a private island

Having your own private island seems to be the ultimate dream: just ask Johnny Depp, Julia Roberts or Steven Spielberg, who own their own private oasis in the sea. Well, consider the Maldives your vehicle for a dream come true. Not only is this the land that screen savers are made of, but some islands offer the possibility to rent your own island, even if it's just for an hour.

Visit a local island and its capital Male

Visit at least one local island, small fishing or farming villages, for example, DhangethiDiffhushi or Huraa. It's the best way to see what the country is really like, and you'll get a chance to meet the locals and learn about their customs. Many, if not all, resorts offer day trips or even stays on local islands. We recommend doing this so that you can learn about the unique culture and people of the Maldives, and Maldivians are extremely friendly and hospitable people. Don't miss out on interacting with them, it is part of the essence of the Maldivian experience.  a trip to the Maldives.

If you're heading to Malé, the capital of the Maldives, be sure to visit the fish market. It's a super-colourful place and yes, it's full of smells, but it's well worth it. Don't forget to visit its most famous temple: the Friday Mosque, or as they call it "Hukuru Miskiiy".. It is the largest in the archipelago and one of the country's hallmarks.

Visit Vaadhoo Island and enjoy a sea of stars.

Have you ever imagined what it would be like to swim in a sea full of stars and to be able to walk along a beach that glows in the dark? It sounds crazy and you have to see it to believe it, but it is a reality.

Of the more than 1,200 islands that make up the Republic of Maldives, there are those that stand out for the incredible natural phenomena that occur in their waters. By day, the beaches of Vaadhoo Islandlocated in the Raa Atoll, are completely normal - if by normal we mean long stretches of fine white sand and crystal clear waters teeming with spectacular marine flora and fauna - but at night the bay becomes a sparkling starry sky.

This impressive natural phenomenon, rather aptly named the "sea of starsis scientifically known as bioluminescence. Originally thought to be caused by phytoplankton, a type of glowing marine organism, the bright, starry beaches in the Maldives are courtesy of a type of small crustacean called ostracods. This phenomenon usually occurs between September and November, but it all depends on the moon and the weather. And while the beach at Dusit Thani Maldives is the best place to witness it up close, we've heard that it's possible to see the glow from far away on neighbouring islands.

Paradise has a name, it's called the Maldives, and it is one of the safest destinations in Covid's time. A unique and exclusive experience that you will never forget!