Located in the South of Asia, around 600 kilometers South West of India, the Maldives is one of the top holiday destinations in the world, boasting of a natural habitat that would best describe paradise. It offers a relaxing environment and a prime destination for holiday lovers as well as honeymooners.
The Maldives consists of 1,192 coral islands grouped in a double chain of 26 atolls, the capital of which is Male’. Despite its many islands, its population of 300,000 locals inhabits only 185 islands. The other remaining islands are used for economic purposes.
The biggest contributor to the Maldives’ growth domestic product, usually abbreviated as GDP, is tourism. It contributes 60 percent of the total tax income for the government and 90 percent of the country’s foreign income earnings. The government supports the growth of the tourism industry by sanctioning the construction of elegant resorts, almost all of which boast a private beach. Due to the number of resorts in the country, you can always bank on an extremely high level of hospitality and customer service.
The culture of the Maldivians is liberal, borrowing from all their neighbors, and maintaining a liberal stance in their mostly Muslim country, which allows visitors to mingle with the locals and to express their feelings freely. The amount of activities available to the honeymooners ranges from diving to boat rides and sight-seeing. Whether you prefer a quiet and private time or lazing around in a hammock reading the latest bestsellers, you will find your spot in the Maldives. It is also a perfect destination if you prefer sunbathing in the noisy and social environment, occasionally cooling off in the clear waters or even being pampered from head to toe in the spa. The geographical dispensation, diverse culture and habitation make the country a sight to behold.
The climate in the Maldives is tropical, with temperatures ranging between 25 and 30 degrees throughout the year. This climate makes it a perfect destination for honeymooners all year round. A one-week holiday in the Maldives is one of the best treats and one of the most memorable moments you could spend with your loved one without specifically checking your account balance with a worried look. Exclusive resorts, such as Baros, offer the ultimate romantic getaways with villas on stilts, candlelit meals at the lagoon-side restaurants as well as watching the sunset over the Indian Ocean.
Baros Maldives
Apart from the Maldives, the islands of Mauritius and the Seychelles are also very famous holiday destinations and offer exquisite environments, white, sandy beaches and great hospitality at a slightly cheaper rate. In fact, it would be good to taste the hospitality and ambiance of all three at different times in your life. Enjoy the simple pleasures in life while you can by treating yourself and your loved ones in a preeminent holiday destination.