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Travelling solo can be as fun and exciting as travelling in a group, especially when you go to a destination where you can relax and enjoy your vacation without much worry. If you’re making plans for the upcoming holidays, why not visit Maldives?
Unrivalled luxury, stunning white-sand beaches and an amazing underwater world makes Maldives an obvious choice for a true holiday of a lifetime. Here’s a few reasons why you should consider making Maldives, your ideal holiday destination.
100% Muslim country
Comprised of 1192 pearl like gems scattered in the mesmerizing Indian ocean, this small archipelagic state in South Asia is a 100% Muslim country since its conversion to Islam in 1153AD. Maldives is perfect for any Muslim solo traveler as it is a sanctuary for the soul searcher, people looking for a retreat or in need of a break.
Nude or topless sunbathing is prohibited everywhere in the Maldives including on resort islands. The local laws state and encourage travelers to dress conservatively while visiting the capital or the local islands.
Culture and Heritage
Maldives boasts of a proud history and rich culture evolved from the first settlers in the country, who were seafarers from various parts of the world, traversing the oceans in ancient times. Since people from different parts of the world such as India, Sri Lanka, Arabi and Persia settled in the Maldives over the centuries, you can still spot some of the traditions they brought with them in Maldivian culture.
Some of the traditional drumming and dancing (known as ‘boduberu’) shows African influences, with rhythmic beating of drums and some songs in a language resembling that of East African countries.
Local Islands
If you wish to see the beauty of Maldives and experience the island life, travel and stay at a local island. Guests can stay at premium guesthouses that offer you a glimpse of the local life along with the perks of luxury. One island that is a must-visit is Fuvamulah which is the smallest of the atolls with just one island. However, this is the largest island in the Maldives and is a famous vacationing spot. Renowned for its dive spot, ‘Farikede Faru,’ a marine site in Fuvahmulah City— it is best known for an area on a rocky limestone plateau known as Thresher Point, named after two species of thresher sharks that frequent the area.
Muslim-Friendly Resort Staff
Known in the tourism industry for its award-winning premium resorts and local islands, Maldives also has a large number of Muslim-friendly resort hospitality professionals who are more than happy to ensure that each travelers’ stay is one-of-a-kind. Multi-lingual staff are present in each resort, speaking languages ranging from Arabic, Tamil, German and French. The hospitality professionals are always at the service of their guests and coming up with creative initiatives that further enhances their experience of the Maldives.
Uncompromised Extreme Privacy
Maldivian resorts offer extreme or maximum privacy for guests to enjoy their vacation in tranquility and peace. Most villas are situated in a neat array that ensures privacy for all of the guests. For instance, at Hideaway Beach Resort Maldives, each villa has their own butler to take care of all needs. Extremely private, the resort’s 10 different styles of villas, ranging from 130sqm to 1,420sqm, are amongst the largest luxury villas in the Maldives which and all beachfront villas have a private beach.
Another sanctuary that offers uncompromised privacy is Gili Lankanfushi‘s private reserve which is the quintessence of luxury, privacy and seclusion. Sprawled across multi-tiered levels, this rustic-chic fort of dreams is where your idea of the ultimate island escape instantly becomes a reality. The largest overwater villa in the world, it is only accessible by boat.
Personal Butlers
Bound to impress even the most discerning traveler, Maldivian resorts have introduced revolutionary butler programs to help you curate your perfect holiday itinerary and and cater to your every whim. For instance, Kudadoo Maldives assigns a private butler to each villa, whom will show the guests around their residence, take them for a walk around the island, take order for your meals and such.
Similarly, Raffles Maldives has marine butlers who will take you on snorkeling tours around the remarkable ecosystem near the island. You can also employ the help of an Instagram butler at Conrad Maldives Rangali Island who will assist you in taking flawless photos—at no extra cost!
No criminal activity in resorts
Most visits to Maldives surrounding the tourist resorts on remote islands remain relatively trouble-free. There is almost no criminal activity in resorts and these islands offer you safe deposit boxes where you can keep your valuables.
Gastronomical Experiences
Experience the best of tropical paradise with the delightful gastronomical experiences available at the resorts. There’s something for everyone! Dine underwater at the award-winning 5.8 undersea restaurant at Hurawalhi Maldives. The world’s largest all-glass undersea restaurant offers a fine dining experience with a multi-course tasting extravaganza, garnished with a state-of-the-art location.
For something exceptional, book the 9-course culinary experience at the Le 1947 fine-dining restaurant at Cheval Blanc Maldives. The dishes pay tribute to French cuisine, interpreted with delicacy and creativity for a memorable mouthful.
Wellness Treatments
Rejuvenate and refresh your mind and body with the signature spa treatments available from the luxury resorts. Most of the treatments comes along with additional benefits such as complimentary yoga classes. For instance, the Spa at Velassaru Maldives offers guests a complimentary Sunset Yoga class three times a week. Guests can book overwater treatments or Hydropool perched over the lagoon which offers the solitude, space and peace you need to recharge.
Anantara Maldives also offers a variety of signature massages that are curated to release the elements of heaviness and build inner peace. You can soothe your body and mind with spa treatments that beautify and revitalize—blissful warm oil massages, invigorating scrubs, enriching body envelopments.
One-of-a-kind Experiences
Maldives has a variety of experiences in store for its visitors. Discover the sky at night with Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas—the extraordinary once-in-a-lifetime experiences that enlighten couple’s romance and family adventure.. Gaze on the stars at the Maldives’ only overwater observatory combined with a unique luxury cocktail bar, a resident story-telling Sky Guru and housing the most powerful telescope in the region.
Guess can also learn how to blow glass at Soneva Fushi’s glass blowing studios. Create your very own glass masterpieces and take it home! You can also purchase the recycled glass creations made by specialists at the resort or through their online store.
Visit Maldives and experience all the wonders it has to offer. Whether you’re solo traveler, or travelling with family and friends, Maldives has something for everyone to enjoy!
