Maldives Travel Guide
Everything you need to plan your perfect Maldives escape
The Maldives is one of the world's most iconic island destinations, known for its turquoise lagoons, white-sand beaches, overwater villas, vibrant coral reefs, and warm island hospitality. Whether you are planning a honeymoon, family holiday, luxury escape, diving trip, or a peaceful wellness retreat, the Maldives offers a unique experience for every kind of traveller.
This guide helps you understand the best time to visit, where to stay, what to do, how to move between islands, and what to consider before booking your trip. With the right planning, your Maldives holiday can be smooth, memorable, and perfectly matched to your travel style.
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Beach Villa or Water Villa in the Maldives?
How to choose, what to check and when to book both.
Furaveri Maldives: Villas, Dining, Transfers and Booking Guide
Choose your villa, compare meal plans and plan a beach and overwater split stay with our Maldives travel team.
World Travel Awards 2026: Maldives Bids for a Seventh World Title
Five destination and tourist-board nominations, six consecutive wins, and how to vote before 30 October 2026.
Maldives Resort Transfers: Seaplane, Speedboat or Domestic Flight
A practical guide to arrival times, costs, baggage and transfers for 65 resorts and hotels, with the questions to settle before booking your flights.
World Travel Awards Maldives 2026: The winners, and what they mean for your holiday
Five national honours. Standout island resorts. A closer look at the results, with a little perspective to help you plan a stay that feels right for you.
Finolhu Baa Atoll Maldives: Award-Winning Design, Villas & Travel Guide
Explore Finolhu Baa Atoll's villas, dining, manta season, transfers and awards, with practical planning advice from Maldives-based Zaha Travels.
World Travel Awards Maldives 2026: Ceremony & Nominees
The World Travel Awards 2026 takes place at CROSSROADS Maldives on 27 September. Explore ceremony details, Maldives nominations and leading resorts.
Zaha Travels Completes I AM Maldives CIS Roadshow 2026 in Almaty, Kazakhstan
Zaha Travels completed the I AM Maldives CIS Roadshow 2026 in Almaty, connecting with Kazakhstan travel agents and expanding Maldives partnerships.
Zaha Travels Marks a Strong Second Day in St. Petersburg at I AM Maldives CIS Roadshow 2026
Zaha Travels reports a stronger-than-expected agent turnout at the St. Petersburg leg of the I AM Maldives CIS Region Roadshow 2026, plus additional sales calls, ahead of the final stop in Almaty.
Zaha Travels Begins Russian Market Expansion at I AM Maldives CIS Roadshow 2026
Zaha Travels completed a productive first day at the I AM Maldives CIS Region Roadshow 2026, meeting travel agents in Moscow as the company begins developing the Russian market.
Qatar Airways to Increase Maldives Flights to 21 Weekly as Visit Maldives Signs New Airline Partnerships
Qatar Airways will increase Doha–Malé flights from 12 to 21 weekly from 25 October 2026 as Visit Maldives signs new partnerships with Qatar Airways and Emirates.
Zaha Travels Showcases the Maldives at the 13th Asian Tourism Fair 2026 in Dhaka
Zaha Travels participated in the 13th Asian Tourism Fair 2026 in Dhaka, showcasing the Maldives and connecting with travellers and tourism partners across Asia.
Planning a Maldives Trip: Visas, Flights and Money by Country
A source-verified guide to visas, flights, payments and timing for travellers from China, Russia, India, the UK, Germany, Italy and the US.
Family-Friendly Resorts in the Maldives: A Verified Facilities Guide
Compare verified kids clubs, pools, babysitting, medical care and family benefits across 50+ Maldives resorts.
Maldives Tourist Arrivals Return to Growth in August 2026, Even as the Year Stays Behind 2025
August arrivals rose 2.8% year-on-year to 150,465, the first month of sustained growth after a June and July dip, but year-to-date arrivals are still 3.8% behind 2025.
Best Time to Visit the Maldives: A UK Traveller's Guide to Winter 2026/27
Comparing October half term, Christmas and New Year, and February half term for a Maldives holiday, with real weather data, crowd levels and value for UK travellers.
Sri Lanka Tourism Campaign 2026: Inside the Rs. 1.5 Billion 'New Light' Push
Sri Lanka Tourism just launched a Rs. 1.5 billion campaign targeting 2.7 million arrivals this year and $10 billion in tourism revenue by 2030. Here's what's actually changing.
Maldives Cruise Tourism Nearly Doubles in 2026, Even as Flight Arrivals Lag
Cruise visitors are up 87% year over year while overall arrivals still trail 2025. Here's what's driving the surge, and what it means for a mostly resort-based industry.
Maldives Tourist Arrivals 2026: The Real Story Behind the August Rebound
August arrivals are up year on year for the first time in months, but 2026's total is still trailing 2025. Here's what the Ministry of Tourism's own numbers show.
TUI vs Kuoni vs Tailor-Made: How to Book Your Maldives Holiday
TUI, Virgin Holidays and BA Holidays sell fixed packages. Kuoni leans more personal. Here's how each actually works, and how a tailor-made specialist differs.
Dusit Thani Maldives Refurbishment 2026: What's New in Baa Atoll
Refurbished Beach Residences and overwater villas, a phased renovation running through 2027, and the manta ray bay that made Baa Atoll famous in the first place.
New Direct Flights to the Maldives, Winter 2026/27
Five airlines are adding non-stop service to Malé this season — and one of them will fly you to the Maldives and Sri Lanka on a single ticket.
Swimming with Whale Sharks in the Maldives: Everything You Need to Know.
Where to See Them, When to Go, What to Expect, and How to Enjoy This Incredible Experience Responsibly.
How to Choose the Best Maldives Resort for Your Honeymoon.
A Complete Guide to Finding the Perfect Island, Villa & Experience for the Honeymoon You'll Never Forget.
Zaha Travels’ Best Maldives Value Destinations for 2026
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Ultimate Maldives Travel Guide
Everything you need to know before planning your holiday — how the Maldives really works, and how to choose the island that matches your travel style.
