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By Matt Link

The Maldives have two monsoon seasons: the drier northeastern monsoon (iruvai) from December to March, and the wetter southwestern monsoon (hulhangu) from May to November, with stronger winds and seas. April is a transitional month with less wind and clearer and calmer waters.
The beaches are most crowded from December through April, when Europeans visit for their vacations.
Addu Atoll, which is below the equator in the far south of the country, is a bit drier in August, when the monsoon rains have moved north and east.

Beach Overview: Maldives

By Matt Link

Although you may not have heard of the Maldives, this island nation covers a huge area with 1,190 coral isles, forming an archipelago of 26 major atolls stretching over 500 miles north to south in the Indian Ocean, southwest of Sri Lanka. About 200 of the Maldives' islands are inhabited, with 87 designated exclusively as resort islands. The more than 100 resorts make the options mind-boggling, but thankfully most are similar, with all-inclusive plans, private transfers, over-the-water bungalows, tranquil settings, and five-star service with prices to prove it. Read More

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Sun Island Resort

South Ari Atoll
South Ari Atoll 2100 Map

Distance: 30.2 mi.
(from destination center)

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Embudu Village

Embudu Island
Embudu Island

Distance: 77.9 mi.
(from destination center)

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Reethi Beach Resort

Fonimagoodhoo Island
Baa Atoll

Distance: 156.6 mi.
(from destination center)

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Attractions

Dolphin Tours with Cruise Maldives

Various atolls
Mal�, Maldives

Distance: 84.2 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Cruise Maldives offers a special cruise designed to watch dolphins, which includes 7 to 14 nights accommodation, meals, and free use of snorkelling gear.... Read More

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Whale Submarine

H. Abadhahfehi Magu
Mal�, Maldives

Distance: 84.2 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Whale Submarine is the largest deep diving passenger submarine in the world, and takes guests 120 feet below water where they can see coral and reef fish. ... Read More

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Artificial Beach

Southwest Mal�
Mal�, Maldives

Distance: 84.2 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Artificial Beach is a popular destination for swimmers, and the area offers a variety of entertainment activities as well, including carnivals, parades and live music shows. ... Read More

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Feature Articles

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THE FANTASY DIVE-TRIP COCKTAIL...Take 1,190 coral outposts in the Indian Ocean, add one deluxe catamaran, one dive dhoni, a large splash of sapphire-blue water, and stir.
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Are you, like the fabled Spicoli, searching for a cool breeze and some tasty waves? Look no further. These six sweet spots will make you wish you were born with fins.
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Maldives Dhoni Sailing
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Maldives Vacation Rentals

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Luxury 12 Bedroom Cabin

Bedrooms: 12
Bathrooms: 12
Sleeps: 24

Amenities: Air Conditioning, Blender, Coffee Maker, DVD Player, Linens, Swimming Pool, Towels

from: $1700

1 Bedroom VACATION HOME in MALDIVES

Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 1
Sleeps: 3

Amenities: CD Player, Coffee Maker, DVD Player, Hot Tub, Internet Access, Laundry, Linens, No Pets, Oceanfront, Oven, Phone, Refrigerator, Restaurant, Smoking OK, Stereo, Swimming Pool, TV

2 Bedroom VACATION HOME in MALDIVES

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Sleeps: 4

Amenities: Air Conditioning, Balcony, CD Player, Cable/Satellite TV, Coffee Maker, DVD Player, Hot Tub, Linens, No Pets, Oceanfront, Phone, Refrigerator, Sauna, Smoking OK, Stereo, Swimming Pool, TV, VCR

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