The Maldives is a tropical paradise in the balmy waters of the Indian Ocean. Pristine beaches with gleaming white sands (some of the best in the world), spectacular marine life, unbelievably marvellous snorkelling and scuba diving, and delectable seafood are just some of the charms here. It’s an archipelago of around 2000 islands with quite a few of the islands being exclusive resort properties. We mean, you can indulge your royal dream of staying in an island of your own in the Maldives! As far as cuisine goes, the seafood is legendary and there are plenty of other options, including Arabic, Indian, Oriental, Sri Lankan, and Thai. While the Maldives is world famous for its dive sites and luxury sea cruises, the destination also has its fine share of historical, cultural and wildlife attractions.