Travel Guides
Maldives Travel Guides
Discover the best of the Maldives, from its pristine beaches and crystal-clear waters to its vibrant marine life and rich cultural heritage.
Our collection of articles will help you make the most of your Maldivian experience, answering your questions and providing expert insights. If you're looking for a tropical paradise, the Maldives is the perfect destination.
Our Maldives Travel Guide is your ultimate passport to this world of unparalleled beauty and splendour. Whether you're planning a romantic getaway, a family holiday, or an adventure-filled trip, our guide will help you navigate the wonders of this idyllic location.
Maldives, Seychelles or Mauritius – which is better?
Maldives, Seychelles and Mauritius are considered to be the pearls of the Indian Ocean. Known for their world-class luxury resorts, pristine white sand beaches, and turquoise waters, each of these beautiful island countries shapes our idea of a tropical paradise.
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Maldives: The Best House Reefs
It is one of the great luxury destinations on earth and so choosing the best house reef in the Maldives is difficult. As there's no heavy industry in the Maldives, the waters are crystal clear meaning that the ocean has one of the most delicate ecosystems on the planet.
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The Law vs. Reality: Gay Travel to the Maldives
A holiday to the Maldives is certainly something at the top of many people's bucket lists. Not only does it offer some of the most beautiful resorts on the planet but the people are friendly, the atmosphere laid back and the drinks aplenty. It also boasts some of the bluest, clearest waters on all of the planet. For many luxury travellers, the Maldives has to be seen at least once in a lifetime.
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Weather in the Maldives – the best time to visit
Perhaps one of the world's most popular destinations, The Maldives is on many people's bucket lists. But what is the weather like the Maldives and when is the best time to go to the Maldives? Despite what we'd like to believe it does rain in the Maldives and when it rains, it pours! So choosing the best time of year to visit the Maldives is important.
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Where in the world are the Maldives?
Located in the Indian Ocean, The Maldives is an exotic island nation that offers stunning beauty and breathtaking views. In this guide, you'll explore the geography and culture of The Maldives, and discover why it's an excellent destination for travellers seeking a unique tropical holiday to the Maldives! Geography of The Maldives The Maldives is an archipelago of 1,192 islands in the Indian Ocean, spread over 35,000 square kilometres.
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Best Gay Honeymoon Destinations 2027 & 2028
At Out Of Office, we specialise in creating exceptional gay honeymoons for couples who want more than just a beautiful destination. Our LGBTQ+ honeymoon specialists have planned thousands of same-sex honeymoons worldwide, giving us unrivaled insight into where offers the perfect balance of romance, privacy, luxury, and genuine inclusivity. With 2027 honeymoon bookings well underway, couples are planning further ahead than ever.
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Gay Beach Weddings
Here's our guide to the best gay beach wedding destinations. Combining sun, sea and sand with your nuptials is always a good idea. The only question is where are the best beach wedding destinations? It takes more than a decent beach to have a successful wedding ceremony. You need the infrastructure in place to make it work and the right accommodation options.
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The Best Gay Family Holiday Destinations Around The World
From beautiful beach destinations to family-friendly city escapes, there are so many amazing places for gay families to holiday. Whether you’re looking for a fun weekend getaway or a longer staycation, this list of our top spots is sure to have something special for your family. Be sure to check out LGBTQ+ family holidays for more information on why Out Of Office is such a great choice for LGBTQ+ families.
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The Best Luxury Honeymoon Destinations Around the World
Are you dreaming of a honeymoon that exudes luxury and extravagance? Look no further, as we take you on a journey to explore the best luxury honeymoon destinations around the world. From breathtaking villas nestled in the Maldives to exclusive resorts in the Caribbean, these destinations promise an unforgettable experience for couples seeking opulence and romance.
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The Best Overwater Bungalows
The Maldives and Bora Bora are perhaps two of the world's most iconic destinations when it comes to overwater bungalows. The Nautilus, The Maldives The Maldives is king of overwater bungalows with most of the resorts on the islands having a bungalow as an accommodation option. The Nautilus is one of the Maldives most premium choices with ultimate privacy. You will take a private seaplane in the Maldives to the island.
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The best winter sun holidays
It is time to start planning that winter holiday now to ensure you do not become one of the unfortunate people to be down in the dumps this winter. So without further ado, here is our rundown of the best winter sun holidays and destinations you should be thinking of escaping to in the coming months.
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Stormtroopers on holiday in The Maldives
Now everyone loves to lounge on a white sandy beach now and then, and Stormtroopers are not exempt from this (though I'm sure they won't be packing any sunscreen or sunglasses!). It seems the stormtroopers fancied a bit of sun and a refreshing dip in the sea in the latest Star Wars movie 'Rogue One'.
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Sri Lanka or the Maldives First? How to Split a Two-Week Trip
Sri Lanka and the Maldives sit close enough together that combining them has become one of the most popular ways to build a longer Indian Ocean trip. The question that comes up almost every time is less about whether to combine them and more about which one to do first. The honest answer depends on what kind of trip you are building, but there is a clear logic to each order.
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The World’s Most Exclusive Private Islands for LGBTQ+ Travellers
There is a category of travel that exists beyond the five-star hotel, beyond the overwater villa, beyond the private pool. It is the private island, and it operates on a different logic entirely. No other guests to navigate. No public beach. No shared anything. Just the island, the water, and complete, uncompromising seclusion. Every island on this list welcomes LGBTQ+ travellers, and most have hosted countless same-sex couples and groups over the years.
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Tours through the Maldives
The Maldives: The Out Of Office Collection
Tailor-made HolidayFew destinations do luxury quite like the Maldives. Spread across more than a thousand coral islands in the Indian Ocean, this is a place built almost entirely around the art of doing nothing particularly well: overwater villas, house reefs at your doorstep, and the kind of stillness that genuinely resets you. It's one of our most-requested destinations, and it's not hard to understand why. The Maldives is a resort destination in the purest sense.
7 days tailor-made from £4,400 per person View trip
Sri Lanka & Maldives Wellness Journey
Tailor-made HolidayEmbark on a wellness journey that combines Sri Lanka's cultural beauty with the tranquil luxury of the Maldives. This luxury wellness itinerary allows you to rejuvenate mind, body and soul, all whilst discovering two of the world's most tranquil destinations. Start amidst Sri Lanka's lush hills at Santani Wellness Kandy, where tailored programmes rejuvenate mind, body, and soul.
17 days tailor-made from £9,470 per person View trip
Ultimate Luxury: The Maldives
Maldives Tailor-made HolidayIf you want to do the Maldives at the very highest level, this is the trip. Few destinations are as naturally set up for luxury travel. Resorts sit on their own private islands, villas open directly onto the beach or lagoon, transfers are by seaplane, and the best properties operate almost as self-contained worlds.
11 days tailor-made from £9,125 per person View tripNo two trips we plan are the same. Yours will be no exception.
I recommend the team at Out Of Office in the strongest possible terms! They did a fantastic job finding us a trip to the Maldives.
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Jaike organised us an absolutely fantastic vacation in the Maldives. We were looking for a complete break with everything catered and nothing for us to worry about.
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We couldn’t have dreamed of a more perfect anniversary trip to the Maldives. I will use Out Of Office for all my big trips.
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