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Islands & Atolls
Guides to Malé, the atolls and the islands of the Maldives — 18 articles.
Marine Life & Nature
Whale sharks, mantas, reefs, seasons and the natural Maldives — 18 articles.
Culture & History
The story, language, faith and traditions of the Maldives — 18 articles.
Travel Guide
Practical planning advice for visiting the Maldives — 18 articles.
Things To Do
Snorkelling, diving, surfing and experiences in the Maldives — 16 articles.
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Maldivian cuisine, customs and practical information — 16 articles.
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Addu Atoll Guide: The Maldives' Deep South
Addu is the Maldives' southernmost atoll — south of the equator, shaped by a British air base era, and unique for islands connected by causeways you can cycle.
Bioluminescence in the Maldives: The Truth About the Sea of Stars
The glowing shoreline known as the 'sea of stars' is real — but unpredictable. Here's the science behind the Maldives' famous bioluminescence and how to improve your odds.
Bodu Beru: The Big Drums of the Maldives
Bodu beru, the drumming and dance tradition of the Maldives, turns island evenings into celebrations — and carries echoes of Indian Ocean history.
All-Inclusive vs Full Board vs Half Board in the Maldives
On an island where every meal comes from the same resort, your board basis shapes the whole holiday budget. Here is how the plans really compare.
A Day on a Picnic Island
Picnic islands are uninhabited islets kept for day trips, offering the castaway experience with a barbecue thrown in.
Alcohol Rules in the Maldives Explained
Alcohol is legal only on licensed resort islands and liveaboards — and you cannot bring any into the country, even duty-free.
Ari Atoll Guide: Whale Sharks, Channels and Classic Maldives Diving
Lying west of the main atoll chain, Ari Atoll built its reputation on big animals — whale sharks along its southern rim and mantas at its cleaning stations.
Birds of the Maldives: Herons, Terns and Island Birdlife
From the patient grey heron on the jetty to snow-white fairy terns over Addu, the Maldives' birdlife is subtle but full of character.
The British Protectorate and Maldivian Independence
For 78 years the Maldives was a British protectorate — self-governing at home while Britain handled defence — until full independence on 26 July 1965.
Best Time to Visit the Maldives: Seasons, Weather and Monsoons
The Maldives has two monsoon seasons rather than four traditional seasons. Understanding them is the key to timing your trip.
Diving Seasons and Dive Site Types: Channels, Thilas and Kandus
Maldivian diving has its own vocabulary and its own calendar; understanding both transforms how you plan a dive trip.
Dress Code in the Maldives: Resorts vs Local Islands
Resorts are dress-as-you-please; local islands ask for modesty, with designated bikini beaches for visitors.