COVER STORY | THE MALDIVES
diving experience . Consider whalewatching or sighting the many species of aquatic entertainers . A magical sight is the bioluminescent phytoplankton in the waters . These dazzling sparkles make the ocean look like a sky full of stars . With this one-of-a-kind aquatic splendor , the Maldives offers experiences of a lifetime .
Resorts
Every year , the Maldives welcomes over one million tourists searching for a getaway vacation and a place where they find serenity , pleasure and memories of a lifetime . The Maldives has proven to be the perfect place with resorts that cater to the many visitors who arrive each year , with warm hospitality , a range of amenities , and memorable activities .
The resorts and hotels such as Hurawalhi Island Resort , Coco Bodu Hithi , Lily Beach Resort and Spa , and Constance Moofushi Maldives , among others , offer exclusive access to spa treatments , the best restaurants , classy cocktail bars , and exquisite island activities .
Culture
Fishing activities and tourism form the mainstay of the Maldives economy . The lives of Maldives men revolve around fishing activities . Therefore , the cuisine of Maldives mainly involves fish as the primary source of protein . However , food for tourists is mostly imported , with sparse use of vegetables as the country has little arable land for agriculture .
The unique architecture of the Maldives forms part of the cultural heritage visitors are eager to see . The Islamic center and Sultan Park are among the must-see attractions and will delight lovers of this architectural style . In addition , the Maldives has
many handicrafts such as braided mats , beautifully lacquered vases , shells , and one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces tourists can take home .
Luxury atmosphere
The Maldives promises a combination of leisure , lavishness and laughter with its highly luxurious setting . In fact , luxury is believed to be the default in the Maldives ; the dreamland and paradisiac islands deliver the finest experiences in life with a resort to suit every taste and mood . Tourists can experience the most luxurious lifestyle on private islands with standalone residences and beachside enclaves .
These remarkable experiences and many more will take your trip to the Maldives to an entirely new level .
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