If the mantra of your next trip is to experience beauty in safety, there is a paradise in the heart of the Indian Ocean that you will not have to wait for. We are talking about the Maldives, islands with breathtaking beaches and wonderful seabed, but also with a forward-looking outlook towards the future.
Maldives, welcome to paradise. Credits Visit Maldives
A paradise more than deserved and for everyone
Today, the prospect of coming to the Maldives has all the makings of a reality. In September 2020, the islands were awarded the Safe Travels Stamp by the World Travel & Tourism Council, a body that protects the wellbeing of travellers.
Another aspect to consider is that in the Maldives one can find accommodation in very diverse price ranges, from the cheapest guesthouses to luxury resorts. Beauty, care and openness to the most diverse travellers in the Maldives go hand in hand. So much attention has earned the archipelago numerous awards in 2021, such as: Indian Ocean's Leading Destination, Indian Ocean's Leading Beach Destination and Indian Ocean's Leading Dive Destination. All qualities and attractions that make you want to experience them up close.
Maldives: a wonderful series of atolls. Credits Visit Maldives
An extraordinary concentration of beauty
It is amazing how nature has managed to condense so much variety and opportunity into an archipelago of about 300 km2. The reasons for coming to the Maldives are almost endless. One can choose to go diving, for instance fascinating images of South African diver Beth Neale among tiger sharks, or wish to encounter the larger, more harmless whale sharks. Here on the islands, there is no shortage of diving centres and schools to help you enjoy the experience safely, but choose your island carefully, as not all of them have a diving centre.
A great mix of adrenaline and relaxation. Credits Visit Maldives
Keep in mind that many resorts have a diving school and, thanks to high standards, state-of-the-art equipment, and passionate and experienced instructors, the Maldives is the perfect place to try your hand at this activity. Even if you choose a guesthouse, you can rely on one of the centres or agencies operating in the region. Also, below sea level, and always under the watchful eye of experienced guides, you can dive to explore submerged wrecks or have fun searching for hidden treasures.
The sea is always the star here in the Maldives: in few other destinations will you need a seaplane to reach your hotel. In a country with no roads, these aircraft act practically as taxis, and taking off from the water is as unforgettable an experience as watching the spectacle of coral atolls, azure lagoons and deserted islets from above.
Alongside these adrenaline-pumping activities, there is also a more romantic aspect. The islands, in fact, have now fully entered the imagination of those seeking a memorable and exclusive place for their honeymoon or, more simply, for a romantic escape for couples.
Maldives: in complete harmony with the environment. Credits Visit Maldives
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With optimism towards the future
Hulhumale is the fantastic new world of the Maldives, an island created for the people of Male, which has been meticulously planned and now measures much more than its original size thanks to reclamation projects that have even incorporated a second island. This large island offers affordable accommodation to travellers passing through Male and will not fail to fascinate anyone interested in urban planning.
This is just one example of the extraordinary attention the Maldives devotes to environmental protection. Already since 2005, coral recovery measures have been implemented, with very encouraging results in the annual growth of endangered species. Alongside this measure, the Maldives has also undertaken to regulate fishing within their waters, strictly prohibiting it in marine protected areas. Aware that in order to change the world, one must first change oneself, they have built a facility in Male to recycle plastic bottles .
After a stay in the Maldives, you will feel not only regenerated, but you will have a few more things to look forward to in the future for the next generations.
