Best Maldives Holiday

There is a precise moment, mid-manoeuvre in a strong crosswind on the surface of the Indian Ocean, when you understand exactly how a seaplane docks. It does not glide in serenely like a swan. It fights. Our pilot had the throttles open, one engine forward, the other thrown into reverse, the whole aircraft pivoting against the wind while we ran the length of a neighbouring island that was not even our destination.

I’ve visited my fair share of Maldivian islands in the name of work (someone has to do it), but I’ve finally found the one I’d happily call home.

Cora Cora Maldives strikes the perfect balance between castaway beauty and relaxed luxury — it’s that effortlessly barefoot, beachside elegance that doesn’t try too hard. Add to that a truly premium all-inclusive offering, with no sneaky extras or surprise bills at checkout, and you’ve got an island escape that feels as easy as it is exceptional.

Cora Cora 5-Star Luxury with a Side of Flip-Flops