How to plan a tropical retreat to the Maldives – Make it a nice experience!

 The Maldives is a dream destination not just for couples, but also for families and friends. This beautiful island paradise surrounded by the deep blue ocean offers a truly relaxing holiday for anyone. Here are a few things to consider before you decide to embark on your Maldives adventure that will help you plan the ideal tropical retreat.

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Decide on the length of your retreat

When it comes to the Maldives, you must know what exactly you're hoping to get from the vacation. Most people prefer a short holiday in the Maldives where they stay at one or two resorts and spend most of their time exploring and relaxing. Short stays are usually best kept to a week or a maximum of ten days. Remember, transportation in the Maldives can be a little tricky. So, it's best to minimize travelling between locations if you are only there for a short time. However, if you do have specific interests like snorkelling or diving, it makes sense to extend your holiday.

Splurge on luxury

While it is possible to go on a budget holiday in the Maldives, this may mean that you miss out on the best the country has to offer. From the unique locations to the highest level of comfort and excellent food, the luxury resorts in the Maldives make sure that you have a heavenly getaway. If your objective is to relax and immerse in an almost spiritual experience, choosing luxury accommodation is a must. However, be mindful when choosing which luxury resort you want to stay at. Remember, that most often luxury resorts are situated in islands of their own. This means that the island you choose will be your home during your entire stay at that particular hotel. Some islands are ideal for couples while others are more family-friendly with activities for kids. So do some research before you decide to splurge on luxury.

Know how to travel around

While there are several exciting Maldives activities that you can engage in, it is important to remember that moving around the country can be quite expensive. Getting to your hotel the likes of Heritance Aarah Maldives can be very costly since you may need to take a speedboat or a seaplane. However, this is the norm in the country, so it is best to be prepared. If you are staying within Male, you can save up some money. However, you will miss the truly wonderful resort experience the other islands in the Maldives offer. The resort that you're staying at will be able to offer you some help on where you could get affordable transportation options. They may even have a network of service providers that they know and recommend.

Make a detailed itinerary in advance

Whether you are visiting the Maldives alone, as a couple or a family, it will be quite useful to have a detailed itinerary prepared well in advance. This is especially important since moving around the Maldives usually means transiting between islands. If there are certain activities that you or your loved ones have been looking forward, make sure you pick your accommodation in a way that these activities are reachable. This is also important when planning your food choices. If you are staying in a resort island, chances are that the island only has that one resort. This means that your choices for food will be limited if you hope to limit your stay to that island. However, there are options to plan a day trip to a different island where you will not only get to experience a new setting, but also to indulge in some refreshing food.