The Maldives

Choosing your atoll

Every resort occupies its own island, so where you stay shapes your whole holiday. North and South Malé atolls are a short speedboat ride from the airport — ideal for shorter stays. Baa, Raa, Noonu and Lhaviyani reward the seaplane ride with manta rays, whale sharks and absolute quiet.

All-inclusive or not?

Food and drink add up quickly on a private island. For families and longer stays, a good all-inclusive plan — Siyam World, Heritance Aarah, Atmosphere Kanifushi — is often the better value. We'll show you both ways before you decide.

Getting around

Transfers are by speedboat, seaplane or a short domestic flight. Seaplanes fly in daylight only, so we time your arrival to make the connection seamless.