Maldives

When it comes to beach destinations, Maldives has few rivals. Made up of more than 1,000 islands that sit in 26 reef-framed atolls, this Indian Ocean nation's waters offer infinite shades of blue and green, which slide into patches of white sands and dark corals. There are now over 100 resorts occupying these tiny parcels of paradise -- all spread out over 90,000 square kilometers. This means there's an accommodation to suit every traveler, whether you're in search of a romantic getaway, a culinary-focused luxury escape or a family surfing adventure in an eco-conscious, sustainable environment. Getting there is half the fun, too, and involves either hopping onto a speed boat for a cruise from the airport or a thrilling ride to a far-flung atoll in a seaplane. Either way, you'll have plenty of time to sit back and enjoy those famous views that have put Maldives firmly on everyone's travel wish list.

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These Maldives resorts are leading the charge on sustainability

The challenges of building a sustainable resort in the lowest-lying country in the world

IMAGE DISTRIBUTED FOR NEKTON - Omega Seamaster 2 Submersible exploring below the waters of Aldabra on 18th March 2019 in Aldabra, Seychelles. Part of Nekton's First Descent Seychelles Expedition in 2019 which was the first systematic survey below scuba depth in Seychelles. HANDOUT IMAGE - Please see special instructions. MANDATORY CREDIT - "courtesy of Nekton". Press release and media available to download at www.apmultimedianewsroom.com/nekton. (**Photographer**/Nekton via AP Images)

Underwater expedition aims to unravel mysteries of the Maldives

The most incredible overwater villas in the Maldives

This scuba instructor believes diving is the key to protecting coral in the Maldives

MALE, MALDIVES - DECEMBER 16: A man loads yellowfin tuna into his boat to take to a customer, at Male fish market on December 16, 2019 in Male, Maldives. The Maldives is the worlds lowest lying country with a highest natural point of just 2.4 meters above sea level. As well as an increasing population, the nation faces a number of problems caused by climate change including declining fish stocks. Fish has traditionally formed a large part of the Maldives diet but numbers are now coming under increasing pressure because of changes in sea temperatures which are also having an adverse affect on coral life in the region. (Photo by Carl Court/Getty Images)

How a centuries-old tradition in the Maldives could safeguard tuna for the future

This all-female team is working to protect the Maldives' manta rays

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Maldives lifts all restrictions for visitors

Flying with the barefoot pilots of the Maldives

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