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In the Maldives the whole world shrinks to one island: white sand, a lagoon, a reef and a villa by the water. The key is choosing the right hotel.
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December to April is the dry season; May to November is cheaper but rainier
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The Maldives is a classic for honeymoons and anniversaries. Couples come here for a holiday without city noise or sightseeing, along with divers and snorkellers. There are also hotels for families with children, with kids’ clubs and gently sloping lagoons, but you need to choose more carefully.
If you want restaurants, shopping and a busy programme every day, the Maldives may feel boring. This is a holiday all about the sea, peace and good service. More ideas for newlyweds are in our selection of honeymoon destinations.
High season runs from December to April: sunshine, a calm sea and good underwater visibility. The most expensive dates are New Year and the spring holidays, when hotels are booked several months ahead.
From May to November the south-west monsoon blows. The rain is usually short, but there are overcast days and waves. Hotels lower their prices at this time, and some atolls draw gatherings of manta rays and whale sharks. Details are in our guide on the best time to visit the Maldives.
In the Maldives one hotel usually takes up a whole island. Pay attention to the house reef: if it is close to the shore, you can snorkel straight from your villa. A sandy lagoon without coral is easier for children and anyone who doesn’t like reefs.
A water villa is many people’s dream, but with small children a beach villa is more practical. A common choice is a combination: a few nights on the beach and a few over the water.
There are no cafés outside the hotel on the island, so the meal plan affects the final cost. The transfer can add up to a noticeable sum, especially by seaplane, so compare hotels with that in mind. Tips from our guide on how to choose a hotel will help you pick an island.
Malé is the capital on a tiny island with a fish market and the Friday Mosque. Local islands such as Maafushi are an option for a budget holiday with trips to sandbanks and reefs.
Since there are no other restaurants on the island, the meal plan matters more in the Maldives than anywhere else. Breakfast only suits those prepared to pay for lunch and dinner from the hotel menu. Half board and full board reduce costs, while all-inclusive pays off for those who enjoy drinks and don’t want to count every bill. Some hotels include excursions and snorkelling in the package.
The trip budget is made up of the flight, hotel, meals and transfer, so compare options by the total rather than just the room rate. Our manager will show you the full cost with everything included.
7–10 nights is ideal. If you are heading to a distant atoll, part of the first and last day will go on travel. If you want to stay at two hotels, plan at least 10 nights.
The Maldives issues a visa on arrival to tourists of all countries, usually for 30 days. You need a passport with plenty of validity left, a hotel booking and a return ticket, and a few days before departure you fill in an online declaration. Bringing in alcohol and pork is forbidden, and luggage is checked at the airport.
Rules are given as of October 2026 and may change: check with our manager or the official embassy website before you travel.
Flights from Tashkent: our manager will find direct and connecting options.
Send a request or message us on Telegram @GlobalDestination1, or call +998 99 760-82-88. Tell us your dates, budget and what matters most to you: the reef, a lagoon for the kids or a water villa. Our manager will pick several hotels and price the trip including the transfer.
Updated: 2026-10
The Maldives issues a tourist visa on arrival to citizens of all countries, usually for 30 days, if you have a hotel booking, a return ticket and a passport with plenty of validity left. Before departure you also fill in an online traveller declaration.
The dry, sunny season runs from December to April and is the most popular time. From May to November there can be downpours and wind, but the rain is usually short and hotels are cheaper.
It is an inhabited island with local residents and small guesthouses. A holiday there is cheaper, but local rules apply: swimwear only on a special tourist beach, and no alcohol on sale.
Depending on the island, by speedboat, seaplane or a domestic flight plus a boat. Seaplanes only fly in daylight, so with a late arrival you sometimes need a night in Malé.
People usually take 7–10 nights. Less than a week isn't worth it given the long journey and the cost of the transfer.
Malé is the capital of the Maldives and the starting point for any trip to the islands. Speedboats and seaplanes leave from here for resorts and local islands.
The Maldives are warm all year round and the sea is always warm. The difference between seasons lies in rainfall, wind and prices, and it's worth understanding before you book a villa.
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A honeymoon or a holiday when all you want is the sea. We’ll find an island to fit your budget: from a guesthouse on a local island to a villa at a resort.
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