The Maldives is a beautiful archipelago spread over the Indian Ocean's clear seas. Over a thousand coral islands are connected by 26 atoll clusters. Delightful resorts, often with just one hotel per island, can be found on 200 of these inhabited islands. The 26 atolls that make up the Maldives each have something special to offer.

Turn off your smartphone and close your computers; this is a spot where you can truly live the desert-island fantasy. The beaches are almost completely deserted and pearly white. The astonishingly blue ocean conceals coral with rainbow colours and a variety of fish species. This ideal Indian Ocean hideaway is in magnificently located in idyllic surroundings. A tailormade Maldives package holiday from Dublin includes stunning beaches, azure lagoons, wonderful weather and the friendliest of welcomes. The region's hotels offer a range of fantastic amenities, including fine dining establishments, country-chic villas and magnificent spas. It is the ideal location for a romantic getaway, a luxurious scuba diving adventure, or just to get away from the cares of everyday life.

The Maldives are a wonderful honeymoon destination and a desirable choice for couples seeking a picturesque and romantic retreat. However, the islands also have a lot to offer for families, including breath-taking uninhabited beaches, thrilling water sports, interesting historical sites, and vibrant local cultures. Numerous Maldivian hotels feature fantastic kids' clubs that provide a variety of engaging and imaginative activities, from arts and crafts to hermit crab racing. Teenagers may try surfing, while younger kids can have an introduction to snorkelling and diving in the protected lagoons.

What better way to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life than with a luxury trip to the Maldives? Enquire today about our tailormade holiday packages to the Maldives from Dublin with Escape2 and make your memories last forever.

Maldives Highlights

🧡 It is well-worth spending a day getting to know the colourful town of Male, the Maldivian capital. Start with the hustle and bustle of the traditional fishing boats being loaded and unloaded at Male’s harbour

🧡 Stop by the Hukuru Misikiiy Mosque, built over 350 years ago, with its delicate coral stone structure and intricate carvings. There are also some lovely local handicraft shops where, amongst other things, you can buy gorgeous jewellery made from local coral

🧡 A holiday to the Maldives is perfect for snorkelling and diving thanks to the beautiful reefs and lagoons teeming with marine life that are within a short distance from the beach. While sundowner and dolphin spotting expeditions should not be missed, a variety of other water sports, including sailing, are also available.

Local Info

Currency

The Maldivian rufiyaa is the national currency of the Republic of the Maldives.

Time Difference

The Maldives is 5 hours ahead of Ireland (GMT +5).

Weather

December to March is the most ideal time to visit the Maldives due to the marking of tourist season and it being the hottest time of the year. This makes it the perfect destination for a Winter Sun Holiday!