Must Do Maldives | Paradise On Earth

If you’ve been following Must Do Travels for long, chances are that you have seen your fair share of videos about The Maldives. This is one of the destinations we are asked about most often, so it seems there is a lot of interest in going there, but people tend to not know an awful lot about it yet.

The Maldives is a small chain of islands located off the Southeast coast of India in the Indian Ocean. There are a total of 26 Atolls that are each made up of over 1,100 tiny islands, and they are spread out quite far from North to South. Flying to the Maldives can generally take more than 18 hours from New York City, so make sure that you purchase some comfortable airline tickets if you plan to fly here from the opposite side of the world. Getting between the islands requires travel by boat or by seaplane, as there are very few roads connecting the islands, and even fewer airports.

Being so remote makes it a great place to unplug and unwind, and The Maldives attract their fair share of tourists each year. This is one of those vacations you take when you really want to spoil yourself, or someone special. One of the most popular and recognizable features of The Maldives are the overwater bungalows that you can find at many of top resorts, and these are perfect places for couples to celebrate a honeymoon or other milestone. These properties are photogenic to say the least and are one of the many things about coming to the islands that tourists dream about.

Thanks to the many coral reefs surrounding the resorts, the surrounding waters are relatively shallow and calm, and surprisingly clear. This makes it an ideal place for kayaking, snorkeling, and scuba diving. There are also underwater restaurants and spas that give you a peaceful view with the ocean above. Here you will undoubtedly spend plenty of time on the many white sand beaches.

The islands are their busiest from December through February when many Europeans come here to escape the bitter cold weather from back home. The rest of the year gets a bit warmer as most of the Maldives is situated close to the Equator.

Staying at one of the many resorts with overwater bungalows can be quite pricey, and it would not be uncommon for most couples to spend around $10,000 in airfare and accommodations for a week-long vacation at one of the resorts. You can certainly find cheaper places to stay on the island, but then again most people want to come here for the full experience so why sell yourself short by staying in a budget-conscious motel? If you are looking to visit when the prices are the most affordable, visit during the Summer months when prices are a bit less than the peak season.

If you’re looking to plan your own trip to the Maldives be sure to sign up on our website at www.mustdotravels.com to get access to our best deals on hotels and resorts in this tropical island paradise. Until next time, this has been another Must Do Travels adventure!

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