Title: Luxury Escapes in Tropical Paradise, Maldives
1Luxury Escapesin Tropical Paradise Top 10
Must-Try Island Experiences
2Scuba Diving Swimming with Manta Rays, Turtles
Sharks
Scuba Diving around the Maldives has recently
become hugely popular among the diving community.
The hundreds of isolated and deserted Islands
offer an enormous playground for divers to
explore. To top that, divers and swimmers-alike
have the privilege to explore the infinite waters
of the Indian Ocean in the lovely company of
manta rays, turtles and whale sharks, just to
name a few. TOP PICK White Tip and Gray Reef
sharks, Hawksbill turtles, Dog Tooth Tuna,
Napoleon fish, schools of Blue Stripe snappers,
Bat fish and Fusilier fish, Barracuda and Eagle
and Manta rays have all been spotted at Dive
Sites just 15 minutes off COCO PALM DHUNI KOLHU
island resort.
3Snorkeling Exploring the Reefs
- Exploring the exuberant local reef flora and
fauna is undoubtedly among the most sought-after
and awe-inspiring experiences when in Maldives.
Most resorts feature a so-called house reef
close to their shores, where the shallow lagoon
precipitously drops off into the deeper ocean
waters. - TOP PICK VILAMENDHOO ISLAND RESORT SPA is home
to one of the best, most beautiful and accessible
house reefs in Maldives.
4Overwater Spa
- While enjoying your dream escape in Maldives, do
not miss the chance to opt in for an unparalleled
over-the-water spa treatment. - TOP PICK The Over Water Spa at CONRAD SPA
MALDIVES RANGALI ISLAND features glass floor
treatment rooms set on stilts above a coral reef
in the resort's lagoon with panoramic views of
the ocean and the splendid marine life below.
5Romantic Beach Dinners
- Romantic al fresco dining under the starlit sky
and to the swift sound of the Indian Ocean should
be among the top experiences in your bucket list
when in Maldives. - Needless to say the majority of the Maldivian
island resorts are offering this exclusive
feature and one among many is MEERU ISLAND RESORT
SPA, which is our TOP PICK for a
not-to-be-missed Romantic Beach Dining
suggestion.
6Sunset Cruises
- Ride off to the sunset, literally. An ideal
choice for an early evening well-spent with your
significant other. The sunset panorama over the
ocean is remarkable and what is more- if you are
lucky, you might spot playful dolphins playing to
this iconic backdrop. - TOP PICK You have the chance to experience this
must-try activity at most resorts, among which
ANANTARA DHIGU MALDIVES RESORT, offering the
option to indulge the sunset while sipping
Champagne and savouring delectable canapés.
7Eat Like a Local
- Throughout your vacation in stunning Maldives, do
not miss the opportunity to taste local
flavors that showcase authentic Dhivehi cuisine,
based on three main items and their derivatives
coconuts, fish and starches, along with the whole
range of fresh tropical fruit, produced locally. - TOP PICK THE SUN SIYAM IRU FUSHI MALDIVES is a
note-worthy example of a property offering local
Maldivian specialties on their menu.
8Cultural Events Entertainment
- The culture of Maldives is an amalgamation of
various other cultures. Their music has East
African, Indian and Arab influences. Bodu Beru is
among the signature cultural performances - is a
type of dance music with East African origins to
the sound of Bodu Beru drums, popular in the
northern atolls. - TOP PICK Every Tuesday night at KURUMBA MALDIVES
RESORT is dedicated to Bodu Beru Dance Drums
entertainment programme.