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If you are planning a trip to the Maldives, "swimming with sharks" is likely at the top of your bucket list—or your list of fears. The sight of a dorsal fin slicing through turquoise water is iconic, but is it actually safe for the average snorkeler? The short answer is yes, it is remarkably safe. The Maldives is home to some of the most docile shark species in the world. However, "safe"...
When it comes to luxury travel, few families set the bar as high as David and Victoria Beckham. The Maldives has long been their preferred tropical escape, specifically during the Christmas and New Year period. If you are wondering exactly where the "Posh and Becks" clan stays to enjoy the white sands and turquoise waters, here is the breakdown of their favorite high-end haunts. 1....
If you are planning a trip to the tropical paradise of the Maldives, it is natural to wonder about what lies beneath the turquoise surface. One of the most common questions travelers ask is: Are there sharks in the Maldives? The short answer is yes, but probably not in the way you imagine. The Maldives is home to one of the healthiest shark populations in the world, and for most visitors,...
Fuvahmulah: Why It’s Known as the Ultimate Shark Island If you are a diving enthusiast, you’ve likely heard whispers of a unique speck in the Indian Ocean where the rules of marine life seem to change. That place is Fuvahmulah, the Maldives' true "Shark Island." Unlike the typical coral atolls of the Maldives, Fuvahmulah is a one-island atoll with a unique geological profile. This...
The primary language spoken in Fuvahmulah is Dhivehi (the official language of the Maldives), but the island is famous for its highly distinct and unique local dialect known as Fuvahmulaki Baha (or Mulaki Baha). Because Fuvahmulah is a single-island atoll geographically isolated in the equatorial channel, its language has evolved differently from the standard Dhivehi spoken in the capital,...