Add to Your Bucket List: 5 Romantic Dining Venues in the Maldives

Snowy-white sand beaches. Pristine turquoise waters. Sunshine all year-long. That’s the Maldives at a glimpse. And these settings make the island archipelago a perfect romantic destination for honeymooners and couples. So, dining in these beautiful settings in the Maldives is the perfect way to treat yourself and your partner for a romantic getaway.

Maybe you already spent a honeymoon or a getaway to the Maldives. Or you’re planning one. Either way, dining at the tropical paradise is an experience in itself. Most resorts around the country offer international cuisine from all over the world. Hence, the Maldives is perfect to enjoy delicacies of your choice in beautiful settings.

The question is, which settings are you looking for? Let’s take the look at 5 bucket list-worthy romantic dining venues in the Maldives.

1. Picnic at a sandbank

A picnic at a secluded sandbank in the Maldives is the perfect way to elevate your romantic experience. The experience offers endless views of the Indian Ocean all around you. Moreover, with succulent dishes and wine, this is going to be an experience you will remember forever! This could also be a great venue to ‘pop the question’.

2. Dining in an underwater restaurant

Underwater Romantic Dining Maldives — *Image: Conrad Maldives Rangali Island*

An experience full of luxury. Dining in these luxurious glass underwater restaurants in the Maldives with your partner is the ultimate dining venue. While this won’t cheap, it’s definitely worth every penny. Your only problem would probably be you don’t get to stay there forever.

Where: H2O at You & Me by Cocoon, Ithaa at Conrad Maldives Rangali Island, 5.8 undersea at Hurawalhi Maldives, M6m at OZEN Maadhoo, SEA at Anantara Kihavah Maldives, and Subsix at Niyama Private Islands.

3. Sunrise Breakfast by the beach

Can you think of a better way to start the day? You can enjoy a romantic breakfast by the beach at most of the resorts. Likewise, some guesthouses in local islands also feature restaurants located on the beachside. In addition to that, you can also enjoy a sunrise breakfast on private sandbanks.

4. Floating breakfast in the comfort of your villa

Since we’re in a time social distancing is crucial, you can opt to dine in the comfort of your villa. But, if you want to take things further with a twist of romance (or a surprise) for your partner, a floating breakfast in the pool is fun and perfect for your Instagram.

5. Candlelight dinner under the stars on the beach

Candlelight dinner Romantic Dining Maldives — *Image: Kuredu Island Resort*

Candlelight dinners have long been the classic way to have a romantic evening. But, when you pair it with a sky full of stars and the moonlight, you’re definitely going to feel the difference. If you can’t travel right now to enjoy it on the beach, you can try this at home too!

Also read: Choosing a Villa in the Maldives: Beach, Overwater or Underwater?

Which venue would you choose to have a romantic dinner? Whether it’s on a sandbank or in an underwater restaurant, all these romantic experiences are available in the Maldives.

Feature image by Grand Park Kodhipparu, Maldives

When booking the perfect trip, we all look into the perfect travel bag, travel visa and travel cards. But there is so much more to packing for a trip than the essentials. We might know the perfect clothes and the cheapest flights to book to a destination. But, some essentials could make or break a trip. Imagine you book a trip to the Maldives and you forget to bring your charging cable. Although it’s easy to drop by a shop to get a new charger, the stress is just not worth it. This is why so many people have made lists before their trip. Well, we’ve made our list of some extras that can amp up your next trip to any destination.

Apple AirTag

We’ve all seen people losing their bags. Whether it’s the airport or the train station, lost baggage can really ruin your trip. One of the best ways to make sure that you can keep a tag on your baggage is by putting an Apple AirTag on it. This way, whether your baggage got lost in transition or stolen, there is a much easier fix than running around in circles. This hack has become more common as of late, as baggage tends to end up in the wrong places, never making it to your hotel. The next time you book a trip for summer vacation, take that extra safety measure by using an Apple Airtag.

Noise Cancelling Headphones

Do you have a long flight coming up? Are you worried about babies crying on the flight for 16 hours straight? Well, there is no way to control a crying baby, but you can always wear noise-cancelling headphones for the noise. This tip is also perfect for anyone who is booking a trip to the Maldives. We all love a good seaplane ride, whether it’s on TMA, Manta Air or Maldivian. But a lot of people struggle to enjoy the scenery due to the loud noise of the seaplane. Just put on your noise-cancelling headphones and enjoy the ride!

Powerbank / Portable Charger

If you’re planning a trip that requires a lot of sightseeing, don’t forget to pack a power bank or a portable charger. Although this travel tip comes in handy in general, it’s especially important on adventure trips. But it’s better to not take the risk for long-haul flights either. The last thing you want is to be stuck at an airport with a 1% charge or have your phone die while you’re still on the flight. Although a lot of us dismiss this one, a good power bank can save your trip. Its easier to carry a small portable charging device around than continue to charge your phone every single time at your hotel.

Adapter for International Trips

We all learn this travel tip the hard way – bringing an international adapter. Sometimes it’s hard to guess which type of adapter is used in the country we are travelling to. So rather than taking a guess, it’s always better to pack an international adapter so you can charge your devices from any corner of the world. Although you can opt to buy an adapter from the destination, it’s much easier to add in the small device into your travel bag than worrying about it during your trip.

Bagsmart Cable Organiser

This travel tip is especially important for digital nomads who are exploring different destinations. But if you’re a traveller who takes their laptops and other devices on trips, this one is for you as well. Just like how you would get a make-up bag, you can also get a bagsmart cable organiser. Not only will this ensure that you pack all your cables to and back from you trip, but it will also help keep things untagled and less messy!