Chill Out in Exciting Places with Your Maldives Holidays

Maldives can be a perfect holiday destination if you wish to escape the bustling crowds and polluted environments. This island nation located in the Indian Ocean offers peaceful surroundings for its visitors with 26 ring-shaped coral islands called 'atolls'. You can unwind on some of the world's most beautiful white-sand beaches in this part of the world that are set against the backdrop of swaying green palms. It is owing to such pleasing qualities of this gorgeous island country that tourists from different parts of the globe arrive here to spend a laid-back holiday.

The best time to enjoy your Maldives holidays would be the period between December and April. During this time of the year, this island country enjoys pleasant weather with comfortable daytime temperatures that are ideal for sightseeing and indulging in your favourite outdoor activities. However, this is also the country's peak season and you'll have to book your hotel accommodation or holiday package well in advance if you're planning your visit in this season. From May to November, there can be unexpected heavy rains in this island nation. As a lesser number of tourists visit in these months, you'll get some attractive discounts on room rates of hotels.

While exploring the southern province during your cheap holidays to Maldives you can visit the smallest atoll called Fua Mulaku. Although it is smaller in size, the atoll is quite fertile and grows fruits and vegetables of excellent quality. When you're on the Kudahuvadhoo Island located in the South Nilandhoo atoll, you'll get to witness some intriguing ruins of Buddhist temples. An old mosque can also be found on this island, which has been constructed with a brilliant masonry. Mirihi island would be a great place to visit if you're travelling with your spouse and wish to spend some quality time together in the midst of serene surroundings.

During your Maldives holidays, you'll also get to indulge in some exciting outdoor adventures. One of them is catamaran sailing, which takes you through the crystal-clear blue waters of the Indian Ocean and allows you to witness the majestic tree-lined islands. You can also get more adventurous with parasailing while holidaying in the island nation. This activity would allow you to savour the awe-inspiring aerial views of the islands and the blue waters surrounding them. If you wish to explore the marine life underwater, embark on a scuba diving expedition guided by expert professionals.

A holiday in this island nation would also give you the chance to taste some mouth-watering varieties of the local cuisine. One of them is the traditional meal of Maldives consisting of a fish soup called 'Garudhiya' served with rice. You can also savour a side dish called Rihaakuru, which is prepared by cooking tuna fish in salt water. Among the snacks, you can enjoy in Maldives is Kulhi Boakibaa, a fish cake made using coconut and tuna fish. Gulha or fish balls would truly pamper your taste buds, as they use spices and tuna fish mixed together with dough before being deep fried.

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