Want to look out over a blue lagoon, listen to the breeze rustling through palm trees and feel the warmth of the tropical sun? Or perhaps dive into the crystal-clear water to explore beneath the waves? Whether you´re after deep relaxation or deep-sea diving, this is your guide to one of the world´s true pieces of paradise.


essential advice on planning your trip and choosing the perfect resort

the best places to dive, snorkel and surf

practical tips for getting underwater, including a fish-spotter´s guide

inside information on the Maldives away from the resorts, including a guide to the capital, Male´

detailed maps showing atolls, reefs, resorts and dive sites