Diving & Adventure·08 Jul 2026
A Maldives Liveaboard for Non-Divers and Groups: Does It Work?
You do not have to be a diver to love a Maldives liveaboard, and groups get the most out of one. Here is how a mixed trip actually works.
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Diving & Adventure·08 Jul 2026
The Best Time to Dive the Maldives: A Month-by-Month Guide
You can dive the Maldives all year, but the marine life changes with the monsoon. Here is when to go for mantas, whale sharks and the clearest water.
Diving & Adventure·08 Jul 2026
How Much Does a Maldives Liveaboard Cost in 2026?
A week on a Maldives liveaboard usually runs 1,800 to 4,500 US dollars per person. Here is what that buys, what it does not, and how to get the best value.
Diving & Adventure·08 Jul 2026
Manta Season on a Maldives Liveaboard: Diving Hanifaru Bay and North Ari in Summer 2026
From May to November the Maldives becomes the best big-animal destination in the world for divers and snorkellers. Here is how a summer liveaboard through Baa and North Ari lets you see it, whether you dive or not.
Things to Do·02 Jul 2026
Hanifaru Bay Manta Season: How and When to Swim With Manta Rays in the Maldives
Hanifaru Bay, in the Maldives' Baa Atoll, is the best place in the country — arguably the world — to snorkel with manta rays. In the right season, dozens and...
Stay·08 May 2026
Soneva Jani vs Soneva Fushi: Which One to Book in 2026
Soneva Jani and Soneva Fushi are the two flagship resorts of one of the most respected luxury hospitality brands in the world. They share a philosophy —...
Local Islands·19 Sept 2023
Fehendhoo Maldives 2026: Baa Atoll Local Island, Beach Stay & Island Hopping Guide
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...
Travel Guide·10 Mar 2026
Dharavandhoo Maldives 2026: Baa Atoll Airport Island, Hanifaru Bay & Local Stay Guide
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...
Travel Guide·14 Jun 2026
What Happens If You Land Late in Malé? Maldives Seaplane, Speedboat & Overnight Transfer Guide
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·15 Apr 2023
How to Make the Most of a Maldives Trip in 2026: Resorts, Transfers, Villas & Timing
A practical Maldives planning guide covering stay length, transfers, meal plans, villa choice, weather, activities and when to ask for a tailored quote.
Travel Guide·07 Oct 2021
Maldives Myths 2026: 11 Things Travellers Often Get Wrong
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.
Local Islands·09 Nov 2021
WOW Thinadhoo Maldives 2026: Local Island Stay, Beach, Transfers & Who It Suits
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·04 Apr 2023
Love in the Maldives Filming Locations: Shipwrecks, Islands & Romantic Trip Ideas
A guide for travellers inspired by Hallmark's Love in the Maldives, including shipwreck-style scenery, island stays and romantic trip ideas.
Stay·04 Jun 2026
Bvlgari Maldives Alternatives: Ultra-Luxury Resorts You Can Book Now
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·22 Nov 2021
Maldives Resorts Explained 2026: One-Island-One-Resort, Transfers, Taxes & Villas
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
Best Maldives Honeymoon Resorts 2026: How to Choose the Right Island
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.
Weddings·27 May 2026
Siyam World Maldives Weddings 2026: Guest Groups, Villas & Quote Planning
Plan a Siyam World Maldives wedding in 2026 with guest rooms, villas, transfers, meal plans, family guests, costs and quote planning.
Weddings·02 Dec 2021
How to Plan a Maldives Wedding in 2026: Resorts, Guests, Villas & Real Costs
Plan a Maldives wedding around the real constraints: symbolic ceremony rules, resort choice, guest villas, transfers, private dinners, photography, taxes, and group payment timing.
Luxury Travel·25 Feb 2023
Celebrity-Style Maldives Resorts 2026: Privacy, Villas & How to Book the Right Trip
A practical guide to planning a celebrity-style Maldives holiday, from privacy and villas to transfers, dining, family residences and tailored resort shortlists.
Travel Guide·09 Nov 2021
Hulhumalé Transit Guide 2026 — Where to Stay, Eat & Get Around (10 min from the Airport)
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
Velana International Airport: Your Complete Arrival Guide (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...
Travel Guide·21 May 2026
Australia to Maldives Flights 2026: Routes, Arrival Times & Resort Transfers
Plan Australia to Maldives flights from Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide with route options, Male arrival timing, seaplane transfers and resort planning.
Experiences·15 Mar 2026
Maldives Group Events 2026: Private Celebrations, Corporate Retreats & Buyouts
A practical guide to Maldives group events, including private celebrations, secret parties, corporate retreats, villa groups, island buyouts, planning timelines and what IM checks before quoting.
Travel News·15 Mar 2026
Is It Safe to Travel to the Maldives Right Now? Iran-US Flight & Route Update
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...
Stay·14 Mar 2026
Bvlgari Resort Ranfushi Maldives 2026: Opening, Villas & Best Alternatives
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·14 Jun 2026
Maldives Group Travel Guide 2026: Large Villas, Family Groups, Weddings & Buyouts
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...
Experiences·14 Jun 2023
Maldives Couple Photoshoot: Complete Guide (Cost, Locations, What to Wear)
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.
Stay·24 Mar 2026
You & Me by Cocoon Maldives — The Complete 2026 Guide to Villas, Dining, Prices & What to Know Before You Book
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·05 Feb 2023
Questions and Answers for Guest Photography by IM Studio
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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