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Resort notes, planning guides, and honest writing on the Maldives — from the team that curates the trips.
Travel Guide·21 May 2026
A practical Australia-to-Maldives flight guide covering Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, Singapore, Colombo, Doha and what to check before booking.
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Travel Guide·04 Apr 2023
A guide for travellers inspired by Hallmark's Love in the Maldives, including shipwreck-style scenery, island stays and romantic trip ideas.
Luxury Travel·25 Feb 2023
A practical guide to celebrity-style Maldives resorts, privacy, villa choice and how to plan a similar luxury trip without relying on old social media hype.
Travel Guide·10 Apr 2023
A realistic guide to Maldives budget planning, including guesthouses, resort offers, transfers, taxes, meal plans and where not to cut corners.
Travel Guide·15 Apr 2023
A practical Maldives planning guide covering stay length, transfers, meal plans, villa choice, weather, activities and when to ask for a tailored quote.
Dining·06 May 2023
Where floating breakfasts make sense, what to ask before booking, and how to choose a resort for private dining moments in the Maldives.
Family·09 Nov 2021
A practical guide to Maldives kids clubs, family villas, transfer choices and the resort details parents should check before booking.
Travel Guide·09 Nov 2021
Updated 16 June 2026: The Maldives has strong tropical sun year-round. Here is how to plan beach time safely and understand tanning, clouds, UV and seasonality.
Local Islands·09 Nov 2021
Updated 16 June 2026: Add a traditional side to a Maldives trip through local islands, food, etiquette, crafts, day trips and guided cultural experiences.
Family·09 Nov 2021
Updated 16 June 2026: Family spa resorts in the Maldives work best when kids club, villa layout, lagoon safety and parent downtime all match.
Inspiration·09 Nov 2021
Updated 16 June 2026: Celebrity Maldives trips create demand, but real travellers should focus on privacy, villa layout, transfer time and final price.
Family·31 Oct 2023
Updated 16 June 2026: CROSSROADS Maldives is useful for families, short stays and guests who want easy transfer access, dining variety and a more active resort setting.
Stay·01 Aug 2023
Updated 16 June 2026: Amari Raaya Maldives can work for families, couples and activity-focused guests when the villa, transfer and meal plan match the trip.
Stay·29 Oct 2023
Updated 16 June 2026: Oaga Art Resort is best treated as a creative, personality-led Maldives resort. Here is who it suits and what to check before booking.
Weddings·27 May 2026
Updated 16 June 2026: Siyam World can work well for Maldives weddings with guests because it has a larger-island feel, villa variety and activities for different age groups.
Travel Guide·07 Oct 2021
Updated 16 June 2026: A practical guide to the Maldives myths that cause bad bookings, from weather and transfers to villa choice, taxes and local island rules.
Travel News·15 Mar 2026
Latest update: 15 June 2026. Maldives resorts remain open and the Maldives itself is not part of the Iran-US conflict. The practical risk for travellers is...
Local Islands·19 Sept 2023
Updated 16 June 2026. Fehendhoo is a quiet local island in Baa Atoll for travellers who want nature, beach time and a slower Maldives stay. It is not a resort...
Stay·14 Mar 2026
Updated 16 June 2026. Bvlgari Resort Ranfushi Maldives is one of the highest-intent luxury resort searches for the Maldives right now. Guests are not only...
Travel Guide·22 Nov 2021
Updated 16 June 2026: A practical first-time guide to Maldives resorts: how one-island-one-resort works, what transfers cost, how taxes work, and how to choose the right villa.
Honeymoon·28 Jan 2026
Updated 16 June 2026: The best Maldives honeymoon resort depends on privacy, transfer time, villa style, dining, budget and the kind of couple you are. Here is how IM shortlists it.
Local Islands·09 Nov 2021
Updated 16 June 2026: Thinadhoo in Vaavu Atoll is a strong local-island option for travellers who want a quieter Maldives beach stay, guesthouse value and a more local feel than a resort island.
Travel Guide·14 Jun 2026
People planning a Maldives group trip usually do not search only for “group booking”. They search around the real problem: large villas, family groups, wedding...
Travel Guide·15 Jun 2026
Selected Maldives resorts may offer seasonal savings of up to 45% on villas, residences and group stays when dates, villa mix and resort conditions align. IM checks private group quotes for families, friends, weddings and celebrations.
Stay·09 Nov 2021
A refreshed guide to unique Maldives luxury accommodation: treetop villas, overwater slides, private reserves, underwater suites and large residences for families and groups.
Stay·11 Jul 2023
A practical guide to Maldives family resorts, school-holiday offers, large residences, kids clubs, transfer timing and group villa planning for extended families.
Weddings·02 Dec 2021
Plan a Maldives wedding around the real constraints: symbolic ceremony rules, resort choice, guest villas, transfers, private dinners, photography, taxes, and group payment timing.
Travel Guide·14 Jun 2026
If you land late in Male, whether you reach your resort the same night depends on the transfer type. Speedboat resorts may still be possible, domestic-flight...
Travel Guide·14 Jun 2026
Yes, Maldives resort islands are generally safe for families, but parents should understand water safety, transfers, local laws, medical access, and child-friendly resort choices before booking.
Travel Tips·28 May 2023
Planning your first Maldives trip? This updated 2026 guide covers visas, IMUGA, seasons, transfers, resort vs local island stays, meal plans, packing, safety, costs and common mistakes.
Stay·04 Jun 2026
Bvlgari Resort Ranfushi is one of the most talked-about luxury openings in the Maldives. The name, the private island concept, the Italian design heritage, the...
Travel Guide·09 Nov 2021
Updated 25 May 2026. Information current as of this date — Hulhumalé moves fast; please confirm restaurant hours, hotel rates, and taxi prices at the time of...
Travel Guide·21 May 2026
You have landed — or you are about to. Velana International Airport (IATA: MLE) is the gateway to every resort, every overwater villa, and every experience the...
Stay·08 May 2026
Soneva Jani and Soneva Fushi are the two flagship resorts of one of the most respected luxury hospitality brands in the world.
Experiences·14 Jun 2023
Planning a Maldives photoshoot? This guide covers everything: what a couple session typically costs, the four main location types (overwater villa, beach, sandbank, underwater), what to wear, when to book, and how to choose the right photographer. Written by IM Studio after 200+ Maldives shoots.
Diving·05 Feb 2026
Where, when, and how to dive in the Maldives — whale shark and manta seasons, top dive sites, best dive resorts by atoll, certifications, costs, and the 30m depth rule.
Special Deals·27 Apr 2026
There are over 160 resorts in the Maldives. Choosing the wrong one doesn't ruin your holiday but it does mean you paid for an experience that wasn't quite...
Stay·24 Mar 2026
There are over 170 resorts across the Maldives, and most of them blur together after a while — similar overwater villas, similar all-inclusive packages,...
Experiences·15 Mar 2026
The Maldives is the world's most recognised romantic destination. What is less understood — and significantly underused — is what happens when you bring a...
Travel Guide·10 Mar 2026
The Maldives is often reduced to a single image — an overwater villa suspended above luminous water. But beyond the private islands lies another version of the...
Experiences·05 Feb 2023
Have questions about booking a photoshoot with IM Studio? Here are some of the most frequently asked questions that might help you choose the best photo package for you.
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