Maldives
Unrivalled luxury, stunning white-sand beaches, and an amazing
underwater world make the Maldives an obvious choice for a true holiday of a
lifetime. This Indian archipelago is one of the best places to enjoy a dream
vacation.
The beaches of
Maldives are undoubtedly the main attraction of this country. And is not for
less. Fine white sand that melts into water so crystal clear that you will not
need to dive into it to watch the fish that frolic on the shore. Lie down under
the shade of a palm tree and relax listening to the gentle noise of the waves
crashing against the shore to enjoy this spectacular landscape.
Culture & History
The history of the
Maldives is long and rich in traditions, culture and customs, the fruit of a
diverse political and social life that has allowed these islands to enjoy, in
addition to an enviable climate, a legacy that has come from many different
parts of the world. All this makes this corner of Asia one of the most desired
destinations for all types of travelers.
Traditionally, the Maldivian islands have lived off the cultivation of millet, corn, breadfruit and coconut products, as well as fishing and shellfish. Although fishing is still important today, its great wealth comes from tourism. A successful tourist policy focused on high-level tourism and limited in number, has made the Maldives a truly unique and unmatched destination for its beauty, which attracts wealthy tourists from all over the world who come to enjoy this earthly paradise.
Flavors
In a country where 99% is water, the king of gastronomy can only be him: fish, especially tuna. The holy trinity of Maldivian cuisine is undoubtedly made up of fish, coconut and rice, all seasoned and seasoned with spices of a superior quality.
Exquisite dishes such
as Gulha (ried meatballs of fish, coconut, onion, and spices garnished with
lime and chili), Bajiya (fish, coconut, and onion), Kulhi Borkinaa (spiced fish
cakes), Theluli Kavabuu (Spicy fried fish croquettes) can be found in local
restaurants.
Urban Experience
The Maldives has undergone a seismic change in
the past 10 years since inhabited islands have been opened to tourism and
locals are permitted to build their own guesthouses. Travelers no longer have
to stay in resorts and remain separate from the local population, something
that kept backpackers away for decades. Island hopping by public ferry,
speedboat, and domestic flights has opened up this incredible country to
visitors on almost all budgets. A number of islands in Male and Ari atolls are
now big centers for a booming guesthouse industry, with dozens of options on
each.
The
Maldives was one of the most important commercial channels of antiquity, so it
has a great variety of mixed cultures but without losing its island essence.
Where you will find multiple islands, places to walk, observe the streets and
architecture and enjoy the beautiful coastal climate.
Outdoors & Adventure
The Maldives is home to perhaps the best
beaches in the world; they’re on almost every one of the country’s nearly 1200
islands and are so consistently perfect that it’s hard not to become blasé about
them. While some beaches may boast softer granules than others, the basic fact remains:
you won't find consistently whiter-than-white powder sand and luminous
cyan-blue water like this anywhere else on earth. This fact alone is enough to
bring well over a million people a year to this tiny, remote and otherwise
little-known Indian Ocean paradise.
With some of the best diving and
snorkeling in the world, the clear waters of Maldives are a magnet for anyone
with an interest in marine life. The richness and variety are astonishing;
dazzling coral walls, magnificent caves, and schools of brightly colored
tropical fish await you when you get down to the reef. In deeper waters lurk
manta rays, turtles, sharks, and even the world’s largest fish, the whale
shark. The best bit? The water is so warm many people don’t even wear a
wetsuit.