10 Dreamy Maldives Vacations for Every Type of Escape

Maldives Luxury Holidays


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Update December, 2024

The white sands, crystal clear waters and amazing marine life you’ll encounter in the Maldives can be as varied as the different hotels and resorts you’ll find on it's beaches.

Whether you’re on the hunt for a romantic getaway, some family fun or the chance to dive into the gourmet cuisine, we’ve come up with an outstanding list of the luxury resorts in Maldives to match every type of escape or mood.

1 For the Romantic: Best Getaways for a Couples

Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas

With its crystal clear sapphire seas and sugar sands made for barefoot break and romantic vibes galore, the Maldives is a natural playground for couples. And where true love meets the just-for-honeymooners vacation life, there is real romance. These luxury resorts in Maldives generate the most social posts when it comes to honeymoon.

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2 For Families: Best Hot spots the kids will love

happy kids on the beach

The honeymoon destination in the Indian ocean is becoming more and more popular for families, even those with babies and toddlers, wanting island-living at its best, year round sunshine, warm water, watersports, top dive sites and a safe environment. The Maldives is reinventing itself as a family destination – and now's the time to go.

Maldives with the Kids

3 For Foodies: Maldives Best Gourmet Stays

floating breakfast in maldives

Now that travel is more affordable and accessible than ever, people plan vacations to take a break from the stressors of life and have once-in-a-lifetime experiences. But, for those with an adventurous palette, sometimes the focus is on getting a taste of the world by booking food-centric vacations — and relishing every single second (and bite). If you love food, and you love to travel, why not take in some culture and stunning views while also nourishing yourself with some world-renowned eats.

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4 Unwind with a Wellness-Filled Weekend in Maldives: Best Health and Wellness Retreats

yoga at underwater pavilion

These days getting fit and living healthier are popular topics, and the gurus would exclaim, “Start today!” And we’d add, “Get away!” there are plenty of ways to incorporate activity into your getaway so you can stay on track with your health and fitness goals. Breaking out of bad habits can be a whole lot easier when you leave regular life behind, especially if you chart a course for one of these 10 hotels with serious health and wellness programs to help.

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5 For total relaxation: Best Adults-Only Resorts

Adults-Only Resort in Indian ocean

Sometimes you need a getaway and a family vacation just won't cut it. That's when the beauty of an adults-only resort comes in handy. These luxurious, child-free resorts are the perfect setting for the ultimate romantic escape. These romantic retreats have everything you need—except children.

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6 For Scuba Divers: Dive and Explore the world's most stunning destination

Explore the world's most stunning destination  for divers in 2024

Scuba diving in the Maldives means diving at one of the worlds best scuba diving destinations, because of the white sand beaches, coral reefs, clear warm waters, dive sites and a thriving and vibrant marine life. Explore excellent dive sites and a collection of underwater gardens. They're abundant with extensive coral reefs and magnificent fish life. It's common to see sharks, turtles, manta rays, whale sharks and a kaleidoscopic range of tropical sea creatures.

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7 Spa: Get Pampered at Maldives Most Indulgent Spa Resorts

Most Indulgent Spa Resorts in maldives

Thoughts of Maldives often drift toward visions of sun, sand and sea, but the islands is also home to a wealth of high-end spas primed to pamper. Whether you desire lash extensions, a four-hand massage or a naturally slimming body treatment, these luxury spa resorts can meet your needs. On top of pure treatment bliss and pampering, you’ll be treated to healthy food and an amazing ocean views. Discover some of the best spas in Maldives and the fabulously unconventional treatments each one offers.

Best Spas

8 For Fan of Snorkeling: Discover the Maldives' best house reefs

the Maldives' best house reefs in 2024

Snorkeling in Maldives is perhaps the easiest way to enjoy the underwater wonders. Maldives snorkeling is a memorable and unique experience. You don’t need a tank on your back and you don’t need too much diving experience or any scuba diving certifications to be able to discover vibrant coral reefs teeming with tropical marine life. Most snorkelling spots in Maldives are also readily accessible – simply bring your mask, snorkel and fins, and hit the beach.

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9 For Sport lovers: Enjoy an active holidays You won't forget

Aqua dinner at Hideaway Beach Resort and Spa

Maldives is a healthy lifestyle and an activities destination. In addition to spa, snorkeling and diving each island resort can offer facilities for water sports, from surfing and kayaking to kiteboarding, jet skiing and sailing. Visit Maldives and experience the fantastic atmosphere that inspires everyone, to lead an active and healthy lifestyle, whenever you travel solo, with your friends or family.

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10 Ecotourism: Travel in harmony with Nature

Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa

Today sustainability has become a key concept for tourist industry, with many travellers prefer more eco-friendly travel choices. Green travel makes a way that tourism can be maintained long-term without harming natural and cultural environments. One of the best ways to do this is to pick accommodation that supports eco-friendly and sustainable tourism when you travel.

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