Maldives
Maldives
The Maldives might be famous for honeymoons, but it’s also a fantastic playground for families who love the sea and a slower, barefoot way of life. Imagine your children stepping off the jetty to spot reef fish, baby sharks and rays gliding through crystal-clear shallows, or paddling a kayak over a lagoon so blue it barely looks real. Many islands have calm, shallow waters that are perfect for little swimmers, and the atmosphere is wonderfully relaxed – no traffic, no crowds, just soft sand, warm water and starlit evenings. Staff are incredibly welcoming with kids, learning their names by day two and treating them like VIPs from the moment you arrive by speedboat or seaplane.
Holiday experiences in the Maldives can be as laid-back or as active as you like. Family-friendly resorts offer kids’ clubs with treasure hunts and crab races, pizza-making, marine biology sessions and even mini-spa treatments, while teens can try snorkelling with turtles, paddleboarding, sunset dolphin cruises and beginner diving. You can stay in beach villas with your own stretch of sand or opt for larger overwater villas that feel like a private hideaway, complete with steps into the ocean. Days fall into a lovely rhythm of leisurely breakfasts, a few hours on the beach or in the water, pool time and relaxed, toes-in-the-sand dinners. It’s the kind of holiday where screens are forgotten, everyone unwinds properly, and family memories are made in technicolour.
Maldives Holiday Offers
Flying Time
10-11 Hours
Currency
Maldivian Rufiyaa (MVR)
Language
Dhivehi / English
Time Differnce to UK
+5 Hours
Must See & Do
Scattered like tiny emeralds across an impossibly blue ocean, the Maldives is the very definition of escape. Here, days drift by between overwater villas, powder-soft sandbanks and reefs teeming with neon-bright marine life. This section picks out the experiences that really capture the magic of the islands – from castaway relaxation to unforgettable moments beneath the waves.
Snorkel Among Coral Gardens
Location: North Malé Atoll
Slip into the warm, gin-clear water and you’re suddenly in another world: neon corals, curious reef fish and the occasional turtle gliding by as if it owns the place. The Maldives offers some of the easiest and most rewarding snorkelling on Earth, and it’s a must-do for anyone who wants to see the islands’ true magic up close.
Stay in an Overwater Villa
Location: Various Island Resorts
There’s nothing quite like waking up above the ocean, with the lagoon shimmering beneath your feet. Overwater villas are synonymous with Maldivian luxury for a reason — privacy, calm, endless views and direct access to the sea. It’s indulgent, yes, but absolutely worth it for that once-in-a-lifetime feeling.
Sunset Cruise with Dolphins
Location: South Ari Atoll
As the sun melts into the horizon, spinner dolphins leap and twirl alongside the boat, riding the waves with effortless joy. A sunset cruise here isn’t just an excursion — it’s a soul-soothing encounter with nature at its most playful. Bring your camera, but don’t forget to simply enjoy the spectacle.
Dine on a Sandbank Under the Stars
Location: Outer Atolls
Imagine a candlelit table set on a strip of pure white sand, surrounded by nothing but the Indian Ocean and a canopy of stars. Sandbank dining is one of the Maldives’ most romantic experiences — intimate, peaceful and utterly unforgettable. It’s the kind of moment that stays with you long after you’ve returned home.
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