Ambling along silvery beach for hours. Breathing in the serenity. Feasting my eyes on sparking blue ocean. With fascinating corals shimmering through crystal clear water. And spellbound with its milky white sand. I was elated being in Maldives.
Recall now the early morning of 9th March 2018, as my cruise ship anchored in waters of Maldives, a dreamy world emerged. I looked through my window. My eyes twinkled at the stunning vistas outside.
As far as I could see I found tiny islands appearing like mystical Shangri-La surrounded by waters of Maldives. No land connect between islands. All commuting done through sea channels creating a pretty sight to savor.
Republic of Maldives, a South Asian Island nation, is situated in Indian Ocean at a strategic position which covers almost all major international routes of sea. Several luxury liners cruise to Maldives from different international ports. I embarked in my ship from India.
Maldives comprises of around 1190 islands positioned on natural 26 atolls all surrounded by scenic lagoons. And blessed with flourishing underwater life.
Not confined to one resort I wanted to experience the living style of general public of Maldives and get the feel of public beaches. So I did. Explored on foot. Walked and walked. Through tree lined wide roads with blocks of residential apartments on both sides. In between shopping centers too. In fact roads can be seen within island only. I used their public transport. Comfortable air conditioned public buses plying within the island charging reasonable fare.
I have been to many beach destinations worldwide. All had their magic. All had their distinct feel. But few touched my heart deep. One such destination was Maldives. I will not be exaggerating if I say Maldives is unparalleled in whole world because of its topography.
I love the ocean or any large body of water really.. lol! What an interesting read! Love the photos! Maldives looks so beautiful love the colorful buildings!
Yes. I liked lot that pattern of apartments.
Wow, this really does look like such a serene place! I hope you had an amazing, relaxing time! xx
Absolutely serene. I had great time.
Interesting! It’s never been on my list but this post makes me reconsider! That crystal clear water is just gorgeous!!
Truly sparking blue.
The Maldives looks so beautiful and idyllic. Your photos really bring out the beauty but I bet it is something you have to experience first had to appreciate it fully. So glad you had a great time visiting.
Thank you. Elated indeed.
Maldives is a dream destination. I visited there as a kid but hope to visit soon someday in my life!
Great.You must do so.
I love the beach. Maldives is one my my dream destinations. I’m praying that I also get the chance to visit it like you.
You must do so Neil.Thanks.
Neverbeen to the country but i will try for my honeymoon
I really like the places with clear water and warm temperature outside 🙂 Maybe I should consider Maldives in our future travel plans as well.
Perfectly so. sparkling water with warm temperature to soak in fully.
The Maldives sounds like a dream! Love that you explored some local beaches and such as well to truly experience it.
I enjoyed greatly experiencing local beaches that gave me local feel.
I really would love to go to Maldives. Your pictures are beautiful.
Thank you Monique.
I have always been drawn to the beauty of the ocean. The Maldives is on my bucket list and your description of the island nation makes me want to go even more. Thank you for the amazing read.
Thank you.
The beach is one of my favorite places. I could watch the water all day. It’s so calming
You are right Heather. I can spend endless hours on beach.
You’re a great storyteller, love this post 😀
Thank you.
As you said, Maldives topography is unique. I’m dreaming of those beaches and perfect shade of blue.
Perfectly so. Sparkling blue. Fabulous.
The Maldives looks so beautiful, they are on my bucket list since I was a child. I hope I will manage it some day. I hope you had a great time darling! 🙂
Absolutely so.I had great time being in Maldives.
i wanna go to Maldives someday. however i find the accommodation too pricey for us. surely it is in my bucketlist and im just waiting for the right time. yours is a beautiful review 🙂
Accommodation is pricey if you stay in resorts on private islands with private beaches. But if you stay in public islands with public beaches than you will find stay options suiting all budgets.
Another wonder visit – thanks for letting us in on it!
Thanks Gina.
Enjoyed reading through this, very good stuff, regards.
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Thank you Kimberley. I will certainly let you when I will think of having guest posts.
Maldives is one of my dream destinations yet to be fulfilled! I so want to see this myself personally. Thanks for making me glimpse and excitement made even worse after reading your story..
Thank you Ann.
It’s going to be finish of mine day, however before ending I am reading this enormous piece of writing to
increase my experience.
Your way of explaining everything in this paragraph is really nice, all can simply know it, Thanks a lot.