The Maldives are the overwater-bungalow dream, and they take real planning to do well. These articles help you choose an island and budget for it.
The world’s most luxurious destinations have surprisingly little in common with extravagance for its own sake. Privacy, attentive service, and freedom from crowds often matter far more than gold fixtures or grand entrances.
The Maldives is easy to get wrong in ways that have nothing to do with the scenery. The resort-island model, the etiquette on inhabited islands, the seasons that make or break the water all catch out first-timers. A little homework on the dos and don’ts separates the postcard trip from an awkward, mistimed one.