It is the elusive destination that you do not think you’ll ever get to but once you’re there, it’s hard not to think ‘why did I wait so long?’ Taking off from the capital Male, the seaplane pilot kicks off his thongs and as you fly over tens of island resorts below, the anticipation builds. I wonder which one is mine…..where do we land…..I hope my resort looks like that! The Maldives is paradise with a capital P – I have travelled throughout the world but have never seen water the colour it is there or sand that white. Whether you transfer from Male by seaplane or speedboat, the effect is the same. You are instantly transported into full relaxation mode – the palm trees are swaying, the water gently lulls against the shoreline, you are offered a cocktail and the locals welcome you as if you are a celebrity. You can do as little or as much as you want – all the resorts have boat trips, fishing, water sports, fabulous day spas, gyms, yoga and wellness studios, bars, restaurants etc. but staying in your overwater or beachside villa can be equally as appealing. The only decisions you need to make are should I swim in the main pool, my pool on the back deck or walk down the steps of my overwater bungalow into clear water below….and of course, when is my next cocktail!
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