insideKENT Magazine Issue 70 - January 2018 | Page 105

The Maldives THE MALDIVES Family friendly may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you imagine South Asia’s Maldives islands. Surely it’s all about couples and honeymoons? But no – actually, the Maldives is ideal for a family holiday and there’s lots for children to do while their parents relax on the most gorgeous of white sandy beaches, or take a dip in the cobalt blue seas. Most of the resorts in the Maldives have kids’ clubs, so the little ones can be engaged in exploring wildlife, creating shell sculptures, or snorkelling while you kick back and take it all in while getting some restful peace and quiet. When you all meet up again, everyone will feel calm and composed and ready to do it all again the very next day – perhaps all together this time. One thing about the Maldives is that doing the same thing over and over is never boring; it’s far too beautiful a place for that. 105