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Maldives Magic – Beach Paradise Come True

”Oh, Maldives? Some day…maybe?”
That was the usual response I would give friends whenever they excitingly mention how Maldives is their dream destination for:
– Honeymoon 
– Diving
– Bucketlist Item

Maldives dream destination - whats the big hype about it

Not that I didn’t want to visit the Maldives, but I just didn’t see what the hype was all about. I mean, there are so many beach destinations in the world – Seychelles, Bora Bora, Mauritius etc. What’s the fuss about this one place that always slips out from a conversation involving honeymoon beach paradise or perfect dream getaways.

But I have to admit, I was wrong.

Maldives is … stunning, a world of its own.

View of the villas of W Maldives from the sky
View of the over-water villas of W Maldives from the sky ( Photo credited to WeAreHandsome)

The minute I hopped onto the seaplane and my eyes got a glimpse of the atolls (islands), accustom to the sheer colours of turquoise, blue, green, sapphire, opal..

I was sold.

It was magical.

View of maldives atolls from seaplane
View of Maldives Atolls from seaplane. The shimmery and luminous hues were hard to comprehend and fathom. I was dumbfounded.
Sunsets and sea life at Maldives
Sunsets and Sea life at Sheraton Maldives. Taken from a boat going out to sea to spot dolphins. One can just sit and watch this all day.
(Love sunsets? Read my recount on South Africa as well)

So here’s an introduction into this beach paradise destination to lure you one step closer to visiting it someday.

1. Beautiful Blue Water and White Gorgeous Sand

Seaplane view of W Maldives ( Photo credited to Chunky Matthew)
Seaplane view of W Maldives ( Photo credited to Chunky Matthew)

Be it at a bird’s eye view from the seaplane to your resort or a speedboat ride, you cannot help but be stunned by the brilliant crystal clear Maldivian waters. Its clarity and purity is hard to believe, that you might want to actually take a sip of it to see if it’s actually freshwater.

crystal clear waters, sunshine and blue skies at Maldives all day
Crystal clear waters, sunshine and blue skies at Sheraton Maldives all day all year long, except for the occasional passing showers.

2. Accessibility and flights to the Maldives 

Male International Airport has 3 different airlines from Singapore Changi Airport  – Singapore Airlines, Silk Air and Tiger Air. There is a growth in new airlines linking over to Male the past few years, from Lufthansa, Air Asia and more, making the Maldives even more accessible to all around the world. From the airport, it will be a 20 minutes seaplane ride to W Maldives, or 15 minutes speedboat to Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort and Spa.

Me and my first seaplane ride | Maldivian pilot and crew
Me and my first seaplane ride on the Trans Maldivian Airways ( TMA). Seaplane ride costs US$500-US$800 per pax | Maldivian pilot and crew

The Maldivian pilot and crew were really friendly and lovely. Small plane but great service and smiles.

 

Wellness and Yoga in the Maldives? Why is this a great destination for that?

3. Experience over-water bungalows and private villas

Overwater bungalows at W Maldives | My idea of island life
Over-water bungalows at W Maldives, perfect for privacy, endless horizon and romance | My idea of island life

One trademark about the Maldives is to experience staying in an over-water villa, or a villa by the beach to sleep to the sound of the waves at your doorstep. Indeed a beach paradise for many.

Veranda of the over water bungalow at W Maldives, overlooking the stunning coral reefs and blue clear ocean

Huge veranda of the over-water bungalow at W Maldives Wow Suite, overlooking the stunning coral reefs and blue blue ocean

A room with a view like this, makes you wonder why you ever want to leave our room | My idea of island life

A room with a view like this, makes you wonder why you ever want to leave our room.

infinity pool and gorgeous deck chairs. Maldives Beach Paradise

Infinity pool and gorgeous deck chairs for each over-water bungalow at W Maldives. Book today?

Beach Oasis at W Maldives

Beach Oasis at W Maldives, pretty lounge bed by the private pool

Ocean view villa with your own private pool overlooking the ocean

Ocean view villa at Sheraton Maldives with your own hammock, deck chairs and private pool overlooking the ocean and crashing waves. Every single unit has a perfect view for perfect sunrises.

Private pool with the waves crashing
My own private pool with the waves crashing in the background! All the privacy you want

4. Maldives Marine life and Water Activities

Everyone who comes to the Maldives must at least partake in some activity that brings you closer to the marine and sea life. Be it snorkelling in the reefs, racing dolphins in the sea, dive with manta rays, the magic of this destination is in being close to the marine and sea.

Maldives Marine life and water - blue and clear for snorkeling. Maldives Beach Paradise | Island life at its best
Maldives Marine life and water – blue and so clear that you can spot even a crab crawling at the seabed | Island life at its best
Maldives Snorkelling - Going for a morning snorkel around the island | Maldives marine life

Going for a morning snorkel around the island. Water so blue and clear it’s unbelievable. Look out for the marine life and trying to spot the resident sea turtle at W Maldives

Maldives stunning waters - Jumping straight into the sea straight from your overwater bungalow deck to explore the Maldives Marine life.
I was in and out of the water every other hour. Jumping straight into the sea straight from your overwater bungalow deck to explore the Maldives Marine life.

5. Private Yacht and Private Island Escapade

Private yacht rides out to the sea
W Private yacht ESCAPE rides out to the sea
Private Yacht with champagne out to sea to catch the sunset. Maldives Beach Paradise and sea life
All dress in our beach best to head out to catch the sunset. Sea life indeed.
 
Private Island secluded all to ourselves to explore the Maldives Marine life
Gathafushi Private Island exploration – secluded all to ourselves to explore the Maldives Marine life
Enjoy a private island all to you and your friends. Maldives Beach Paradise | My idea of island life
Enjoy a private island for you and your friends. So many photo moments! | My idea of island life

If you love islands, perhaps you can consider checking out the breathtaking islands of Canada

6. Yoga and a good calm retreat for your senses 

Dancer Pose - Shot against the sunset at Sheraton Maldives
Dancer Pose – Shot against the sunset at Sheraton Maldives
Headstand at morning sunrise yoga at AWAY Spa W Maldives
Headstand at morning sunrise yoga class at AWAY Spa W Maldives
The fresh goodness of Maldives air, sun and sea
Magical maldives from the seaplane
sunsets in maldives

With stunning coral-filled waters, fresh sea breeze, beautiful sunrise and sunsets, this is really a top-notch beach paradise destination to recharge your soul and rejuvenate your mind. Definitely, a place that makes even me, a night owl, want to wake up early just to catch the breathtaking sunrise…every day.

With that, I conclude my story about my Maldives Bliss, indeed a dream beach paradise destination for the senses and soul. Come here for a recharge, a break with your loved one or a diving experience with your family and friends!

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6 Comments

  • Avatar of Francesca @onegrloneworld
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    Francesca @onegrloneworld
    April 12, 2016 at 1:59 am

    I was really curious about the Maldives, I have been for a while now. So many people rave about it, but like you it wasn’t really on my list. I just returned from Anguilla which is a gorgeous beach location with crystal clear water and white sand. I was starting to believe that maybe it’s the same – but the Maldives look far more luxurious! Did you have a lot of mosquitos in your room though since you were staying off the water?

    • Avatar of Lydia Yang
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      Lydia Yang
      April 12, 2016 at 2:55 am

      Hi Francesca,

      Yes Maldives is stunning, and definitely luxurious given the remote exclusiveness of the destination, each resort is an island. To answer your qn, no there are no mosquitoes, sand flies and such bugs at the Maldives, which makes it so so awesome.

  • Avatar of Nafisa Habib
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    Nafisa Habib
    June 15, 2018 at 1:36 pm

    I wish to back the Maldives again, truly a dream destination and paradise on earth. But I’m glad that I made a budget and solo tour and it was completely a different experience. Loving every photo here. The turquoise waters won my heart in all way!

    • Avatar of Lydia Yang
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      Lydia Yang
      June 16, 2018 at 3:31 pm

      It is indeed paradise on earth, Nafisa. You should be very proud of your trip there. 😉

  • Avatar of frejatravels
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    frejatravels
    August 6, 2018 at 3:00 pm

    Yes, Maldives is beautiful and I would love to go back again one day and just enjoy the beauty of it. You have beautiful photos here.

    • Avatar of Lydia Yang
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      Lydia Yang
      August 7, 2018 at 1:43 pm

      Thanks, Freja! We all hope to go back one day to that piece of paradise. 😉

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