Holidays in Maldives

A holiday to the Maldives is pretty special - expect crystal clear waters, beautiful coral reefs and deserted islands with fine white sandy beaches. This destination has become synonymous with tropical luxury and that's not set to change in 2012 or 2013! And that means deals are getting easier to find, whether you want a package holiday to the Maldives or to arrange your hotels in the Maldives and cheap flights to the Maldivesseparately.

What to do in the Maldives

The Republic of the Maldives consists of 26 natural atolls or coral islands set in the Indian Ocean. Most holidays in the Maldives are about relaxation with fishing, snorkelling and scuba diving popular pastimes. That is, if you can tear yourself away from the beach.

When to go to the Maldives

Flights to the Maldives from the UK take about 10 hours and operate all year round. The best weather is between December and April when the days are longest and rainfall is rare - this is handy as it makes for a great winter sun destination, but can push up the prices considerably. If you're looking for cheap Maldives holidays then fly out during the summer months, which are meant to be better for underwater visibility even though the chances of rain is higher.

Where to stay in the Maldives

Many of the atolls are not inhabited and the majority of the tourist islands are located close to the capital, Male. The larger islands tend to be home to younger tourists wanting a cheap holiday in the Maldives while the smaller islands are often exclusive, more expensive resorts.