The colors just pop in the Maldives.
Absolutely no filter is required!
says Sarah Harvey, Maldives expert and travel journalist.
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It’s not just a passive destination for relaxation.
Read on to start planning your dream trip to the Maldives.
The water villas have water slides.
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you could skip between restaurants via a wooden walkway in the jungle canopy, says Harvey.
Theres so much fun baked into this resorts DNA.
Joali Maldives
Its all about the glitz and glam at this Raa Atoll resort.
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The food here is also amazing, and the Japanese restaurant is outstanding, says Cox.
Its Manta on Call phones for when manta rays appear nearby and stellar service are a few highlights.
Reserve one of its standalone Crusoe Residences for an incredibly private stay theyre only reachable by boat.
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The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort
Architecture lovers will swoon over theSt.
Regis77 artfully designed villas made to look like manta rays and Maldivian fishing huts.
A points-friendly hotel, its a favorite for American travelers in search of a far-flung tropical escape.
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Best Things to Do
Snorkel with marine life.
Ocean enthusiasts say the best part of the Maldives exists underwater.
Treat yourself at the spa.
Many island resorts in the Maldives have a dedicated spa.
Depending on the spa, guests can find just about any therapy, from cryotherapy to 24k gold facials.
Bike around the island.
The majority of the resorts listed above give guests bikes for personal use during their stay.
The mix of freedom and fun is one of the most unique parts of a Maldivian resort stay.
Get out on the ocean.
Life and fun in the Maldives revolve around the water.
The ocean is your oyster.
Visit a local island.
Most resorts offer tours and experiences to visit the real Maldives.
However, due to the effects of climate change, the seasons are becoming more and more uncertain.
