The Maldives

Maldives. One island, one resort, clear water in every direction. Honeymoons and once-in-a-while trips.

Best time to go

November to April (dry season)

Getting there

About 10 hours direct, or 12–14 with one stop

Currency

Rufiyaa (MVR); US dollars used at resorts

Language

Dhivehi; English at resorts

About The Maldives

Each resort in the Maldives sits on its own island, so the choice of resort is the choice of holiday. Transfers from the airport are by speedboat or seaplane, and their timing affects your first and last day.

International flights land at Velana International (MLE) near Malé.

Worth seeing

• Overwater villas
• House-reef snorkelling
• Sandbank picnics
• Seaplane transfers
• Diving with mantas (seasonal)

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