The best island to visit is... The Maldives

The Best place to visit is... The Maldives!

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A chain of 26 atolls and more than 1,000 islands in the Indian Ocean, the Republic of Maldives is one of the most sought-after tropical destinations in the world. It’s dense with megawatt luxury villas and overwater bungalows, and the diving is unreal (though, sadly, some of the coral has been threatened by bleaching). Still, there’s a dive for all skill levels at Ari Atoll, where you can swim with rays and, deeper down, reef sharks. Pro tip: the number one resort in the Indian Ocean (per this year’s reader survey), has 59 luxe villas— some with private pools, all with private butlers. Getting there: Fly into Malé’s international airport and transfer there to the appropriate resort or atoll. Vacations give us some of the best occasions for family bonding, and there’s hardly a place more ideal than The Maldives. This tropical getaway with clean beaches, colourful corals and crystal clear lagoons is one of the top choices for travellers with kids