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