Maldives as a family, for honeymoon and on a budget
By Krishna Priya. December 21, 2022
What makes the Maldives so special is that it has just about everything- white sand beaches, turquoise lagoons, coral reefs, and beautiful underwater life. And that’s why it’s a perfect vacation destination for all, whether you are there with your family, or for a honeymoon, and can even experience it all on a budget.
The Maldives has a variety of resorts suitable for families. They offer kids clubs and activities for their little guests, as well as endless amenities for their family tourists. The perfectly designed packages for families help you to enjoy everything. There are adventures for both parents and children stored in these resorts
It is also a dream destination for honeymooners. The country has some of the best honeymoon facilities in the world. There are many luxury resorts with private beaches, villas, and restaurants. From Champagne-filled nights to intimate beach dinners, everything there feels like romance. You can make magical memories for a lifetime in this beautiful country.
Apart from beauty, the Maldives has a unique culture, from their food to local traditions, they are blessed with the best. However, it can be quite challenging for tourists to experience the culture while staying in a place at cheaper rates. But worry not, you can stay at some of these handpicked guesthouses and resorts to have it both.
Soneva Fushi is one of the popular picks for family vacations and there are perfect reasons for that. The island resort is full of lush greenery and surrounded by small islands, but it's not just the beauty that draws you to Soneva; they offer some of the best facilities for families, all while staying closer to nature. Kids will find everything they need at The Den, a children's club. From swimming pools to pirate ships, the club has it all. It is also a creative space that is devoid of any technology.
The Four Seasons Resorts is another best pick if you are visiting the sunny side of the world with your family. The island resort is located in the heart of Baa Atoll, enclosed by dense jungle and a glistening ocean. The ambiance of the resort is architected keeping the family in mind. The resort is bustling with family-friendly energy, and its beautiful family beach villa is pleasing to the eyes and the heart. The children’s club is called the “Kuda Velaa” club, which means “small turtles" and offers endless entertainment.
Renowned for its celebrity guests like Leonardo Di Caprio and Kate Winslet, Amilla Fushi can be called Heaven on Earth, but it's not just home to celebrities. The 23.5 hectares cradle unparalleled populations of manta rays and whale sharks, so the resort draws you right in for a break. A wide variety of activities awaits you as well. One of the finest experiences you can enjoy at Amilla is during the Manta season.
Just like its name “Reethi”, this resort located in the Raa Atoll for the lack of a better word is “pretty”. If you are traveling with a family of two on a budget, this one is perfect for you. Surrounded by coral sandy beaches and swaying forests, the island is a synonym for exotic beauty. The resort offers outstanding amenities including a wide range of excursions, as well as an array of other activities.
Heritance is another paradise on earth, located just 40 minutes away from the capital Male encircled by a white sandy beach. It highlights the best features of the Maldives like its water, and the greenery and has all the aesthetics you ever imagined. The family-friendly resort offers some of the best amenities to their family guests including a kids club for the children, where you can find all kinds of different activities to keep them engaged for each day of the week, while the parents can enjoy the Medispa that provides wellness activities, programs, and salon services to get you into vacation mode.
Anantara is an astonishing private resort located in the Baa Atoll. As one of the leading honeymoon resorts in the country, it offers some of the best facilities for its couples. One of the key features is the resort’s architecture and the landscape itself. Surrounded by a blue lagoon and a magnificent coral reef, the island is truly a vision. The swaying palm trees of this tropical beauty set the mood for a romantic voyage.
Lankanfushi is located in a North Male Atoll. If you are looking for a serene and quiet time, Gilli is the perfect choice for you. The rustic villas are enclosed by the typical Maldivian water and lush vegetation gives your honeymoon a homespun theme. If you and your spouse champion sustainability as much as Gilli does with its strict eco-friendly policies and “No news no shoes” motto, your honeymoon with them will be fit for your ethos.
Royal is another gem located in the Baa Atoll, it is a beautiful island resort that has no shortage of dense forest or willowy sand beaches. Royal offers exclusive private villas that open up just to your own individual beach that gives you full privacy, you may also choose their presidential suite to enjoy Jacuzzi and private butler services, having your own villa adjacent to a beach helps you to enjoy an intimate experience with your partner.
Kandima is located in the Dhaalu Atoll, its architecture and ambiance have a groovy and young vibe to them. The resort, like many others, is full of vegetation and is enclosed by aqua green water, the natural lagoon in the island resort gives this resort the typical Maldivian look. Their honeymoon aqua pool villa gives you the best sunset view.
Milaidhoo Island Resort is another private sanctuary nestled in the Baa Atoll. It is surrounded by a magnificent lagoon and the classic aqua blue water that glitters in the sun. The swaying coconut trees and the light sea breeze make the resort more appealing to couples that are looking forward to spending some quality time together
Staying in the Maldives on a budget and enjoying picturesque moments is possible. And Nala Island Village is a perfect choice if you want to enjoy both. Located on Maafushi which is one of the popular islands for budget travelers. Whether you are traveling with a family, spouse, or on your own, you will enjoy a relaxing stay here. There are 4 kinds of rooms that are all under $200, as the guesthouse is near the beach, you can get to the beach for a swim very quickly. 
Madi Finolhu Guesthouse is located on Maalhos Island, just in the heart of Baa Atoll. Blessed with fine sandy beaches and beautiful reefs, the landscapes in Maalhos are stunning, just as the rest of the Maldives. The guesthouse offers various amenities to ensure you have a pleasant stay, such as free walking tours to let you explore the beauty of this island, also tours and classes about local culture, so you can experience it first hand yourself. 
To experience the Maldivian culture closely as well as enjoy the beauty of it, instead of spending your time away in private resorts, you need to stay on the local islands that embody the culture. Nihaali is a guesthouse located on the Kudarikilu island of Baa Atoll. 
Medhufushi is an Island resort situated in the Muli of Meemu Atoll, this island resort is slightly more expensive than the previous guesthouse, however, you can enjoy low prices based on the choice of your villas and amenities in the resort, for the basic option with breakfast included the price is starting from around $300. 
Lhaviyani Atoll is a Northern Maldivian atoll, just 41 km away from the Dharavandhoo airport. The Explore Island Inn is on Kurendhoo Island of Lhaviyani atoll, the Inn accommodates families and couples and has private parking facilities and its terrace boasts a stunning view of the Indian Ocean surrounded by palm trees. 
Krishna Priya
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