Islands & Beaches

The Maldives were probably the inspiration for the idea of a tropical beach paradise. Located southwest between Sri Lanka and India, this private island in the Indian Ocean is just as beautiful from the water as it is from land.

There is a plethora of life beneath the water's surface. A clown triggerfish scuttles by as you watch a school of three-striped damselfish swim by. A stingray slinks gracefully across the sandy bottom of the ocean, and a trumpetfish, slim and golden, vanishes into the surrounding boulder coral. It would be hard to find a more delightful way to spend time than snorkeling among a vibrant school of neon fish.

The 1,190 islands that make up this archipelago are mostly blue in color. Guests can choose from 80 unique islands at private island resorts, which range from eco-friendly and family-friendly to opulent and exclusive, all reachable by seaplane. The location experts at Enchanting Travels know all the ins and outs of these options and know how important it is to personalize your vacation to your tastes. Whatever kind of resort room you're looking for—a bungalow in the middle of a garden or a water villa overlooking a lagoon—we'll get it for you.

Day trippers (or those visiting the capital, Malé) to the Maldives can experience local life as they stroll past lively cottages and stores on the island of Maafushi. The simple joys of sunbathing, swimming in shallow lagoons, and strolling along soft dunes, however, are frequently the center of attention. From jet skiing and paddleboarding to scuba diving and snorkeling, there is a vast array of water sports waiting for adventurers. Pamper yourself in the resort spa after a long day of exploring.