04/09/2026
Maldives edition… 🏝️
Our 4th visit to the Maldives and this time we added 3 nights to the end of our Sri Lanka trip.
During our stay here, it got me thinking about some of the biggest Maldives myths I hear from my clients:
❌ “It’s only for couples.”
Absolutely not. JOY Island is fantastic for families, with a waterpark, kids’ club, watersports, tennis, games, entertainment and all-inclusive options.
❌ “It’s too expensive.”
It can be, but the right resort and travelling in shoulder season can make it surprisingly good value. JOY Island is incredibly good value for money.
❌ “The weather is terrible in summer.”
I’ve been three times in August and had beautiful weather every time. ☀️ No guarantees, of course, but don’t automatically rule it out.
❌ “It’s too far and complicated.”
Direct flights from London, followed by a short seaplane or speedboat transfer, make it much easier than you might think.
And finally…
❌ “You HAVE to stay in an overwater villa.”
Controversial opinion: I prefer the beach villa. 😂
At JOY Island, we stepped straight from our villa onto white sand and into that warm, turquoise water. Add your own private pool and you’ve got the best of both worlds - beach, sea, pool, space for the kids… and a bar never too far away for a cocktail. 🍸
Honestly, what more do you need?
The Maldives isn’t just one type of holiday and choosing the right island, room type and time of year can make all the difference.
And after four visits, I’m still finding reasons to go back. 💙
