The Maldives

Male, the capital of the Maldives, is definitely worth a visit.

How meeting a lovely Maldivian couple enhanced our trip to the Maldives to discover real island life.

A lovely island with great local atmosphere, friendly people and beautiful beaches

Dhigurah is a great choice for those who want a more meaningful connection to the Maldives

Ukulhas is a small friendly island with a lovely bikini beach where you can swim with turtles

The local island of Goidhoo is in Baa Atoll and this is where real life is in the Maldives

The Maldives is of course synonymous with luxury and you can enjoy that with whatever budget you have.

Discover the Maldives beyond the resorts with "Secret Paradise Maldives," featuring an intimate four-night Goidhoo tour we did in August 2026.

Highlighting the places we have stayed in the Maldives