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Holidays in the Maldives are some of the most incredible tropical getaways imaginable, blending endless beaches on an island paradise with some of the best luxury ocean villas around. Not only do these islands in the Indian Ocean make the perfect summer honeymoon destination, luxury retreat, or self-love resort, but they’re also the ideal place to escape the winter woes back home.
If you’re considering swapping snow for sand this year, this article will convince you to look no further than the villas of world-renowned Maldives resorts. Once you’ve set your sights on some winter sun, the only question left will be how you’re getting there. A luxury private jet charter with a renowned provider like Skyllence offers the perfect answer, complementing the untold luxury that you’ll encounter on land with the pinnacle of private aviation in the air.
Travel plans in place, then, let’s get into what makes the Maldives such a special winter beach vacation resort.
Why the Maldives?
Whether you’re an individual, family, couple or even a travel provider, there are a list of factors as long as your arm that make the Maldives attractive in winter. Let’s be honest, though, if you’re heading here there is one thing above all others that you’re coming in search of:
The Weather
VIP clients setting off from North America or Europe – especially cities in the northern regions – will be keenly aware that the winter isn’t when you want to be heading outdoors. Shovelling snow, piling on the layers and dreading that trip to the supermarket make this time of year miserable, but not in the Maldives.
With a daily mean temperature that never drops below 27 degrees Celsius, the Maldives is one of the few destinations in the world where the temperature is a safe bet year-round. No seasonal planning or regional variance to worry about here; if you fancy some sun, just call Skyllence, arrange a villa and get packing – and don’t forget your sunscreen!
How Are We Getting There?
Charter private jet experiences with elite providers like Skyllence remove the hassle of organising travel. Instead, all that’s left for you to do is contact a provider and make your requirements clear. The red-carpet experience that they offer isn’t confined to the cabin – it also entails a booking process smoother than the in-flight martini, meaning your job is done almost immediately. You’ve told them where you’re going and when you’d like to go, time to sit back and let them do what they do best.
Transfers
If you’re interested in peering behind the curtain, though, there are a few logistical questions that they will coordinate on your behalf while you pick out the perfect sunbathing outfit. Arrival destination is clear enough: Velana International Airport is the main hub that serves this sparse country. The Maldives is an archipelago, though, stretching over 90,000 square km – 99.6% of which is ocean. This means one thing: a transfer is on the cards.
Far from the packed package holiday tour bus of yesteryear, the transfer experience in the Maldives is like no other, and could even be considered one of the highlights of the trip. Given that many of the small islands where luxury Maldives Villas are located don’t have room for long runways, your travel might involve landing on the water via seaplane, a truly unique method of travel that very few other countries in the world will enable you to experience. Failing that, there’s always overwater travel on a luxury yacht or boat, which in a place like this promises to be similarly unforgettable.
Timing
As mentioned earlier, there’s no need to plan ahead temperature-wise when it comes to chartering a private jet for the Maldives. That doesn’t mean that this island paradise is immune to inclement weather, though, as the monsoon season can make even a place such as this inhospitable. Best to plan a visit between November and April to avoid this.
You could even opt for a Christmas or New Year getaway, but be warned: travel in this period is hectic, with packed departure lounges, stressed co-passengers and insane prices for a tiny seat. Thankfully, as a private jet passenger you need not worry about any of that, making the Maldives a great destination for a holiday retreat.
What Will We Do?
One thing’s for sure in the Maldives – no matter how long you stay, you’ll never run out of things to do. The few examples below only scratch at the surface of what this incredible destination has to offer, illustrating why so many private jet services head here year-in, year-out.
Taking Part in Sustainable Tourism
If you’ve got one eye on the impact of your travels, the Maldives is the perfect place for guilt-free indulgence. Getting involved in beach clean-up initiatives, coral re-planting schemes or reforestation efforts are all perfect ways to give something back to the place that you call home for a short while, ensuring it’s as pristine in the future as it is for you today.
Visiting Starry Beaches
The bioluminescent plankton that inhabit the beaches of the Maldives can be found on the Instagram pages of influencers from around the world. Unlike most attractions of this nature, this one’s for real: seeing a shoreline lit up in the dark right in front of you cannot be missed. While it might take some luck and planning (and a good camera) to make the most of it, it’s certainly worth the effort.
Diving
Manta rays, reef sharks, whale sharks – the list of underwater inhabitants of the Maldives reads like a who’s who of ocean superstars. Whether snorkelling in the shallows or kitting up for some real depth, you’re guaranteed to come across marine fauna unlike anywhere else on earth in the Maldives, making it one of the world’s most sought-after destinations when it comes to this pastime.
Sunbathing
Ok, it might seem obvious, but bear with me. Whenever you go on holiday to a sunny destination, there’s likely to be some sunbathing involved. Sunbathing in the Maldives, though, is the same pastime as that practiced on the packed beaches of the Mediterranean in name only. When you’re alone on the sand in an unspoilt tropical paradise, the vast ocean sprawled out before you and 5-star luxury on-hand behind, sunbathing will never be the same again. Just don’t blame me if you never make it through that book you’ve been meaning to read!
Eating in an Underwater Restaurant
The surreal experience of having fish swim past as you tuck into your dinner is something that everyone should experience at least once, and there’s nowhere in the world better equipped to do so than the Maldives – home of the world’s first underwater restaurant. This unique luxury gastronomic experience might be challenging for the mind, but in culinary terms it’s anything but, as there are some serious chefs in residence to consider.
When Can We Leave?
With the promises of untold luxury spelled out above, you could be forgiven for wanting to leave for this island paradise at once. Thankfully, if you’re heading on a winter tropical escape and travelling via private jet charter, there’s no need to delay – simply contact an aircraft charter broker now and set the wheels in motion.
If you’re entrusting your private jet charter experience to a provider for a holiday such as this, you need a team who can match the level of luxury and indulgence that you’re expecting on arrival. After all, what good is staying in a five-star resort if you’ll be heading there via a commercial airline?
In the world of aircraft charter services, one forerunner stands out with their ability to provide unparalleled luxury to private jet passengers: Skyllence. Their dedication and expertise enable them to be confident that they’re able to meet any need – however personalised or unique. This is no accident; it’s part of their entire operation, as Skyllence CEO, Vilma Vaitiekunaite, notes: “We’ve made it our focus to cater to VIP clients who know exactly what they want and won’t settle for anything less. When you charter a private jet with us, the personalised nature of our service ensures that every need is met – however small. Not only that, there’s also an elite level of luxury as standard, meaning that even those who have no special requests of their own are treated as VIPs. We can’t wait to help you with your winter escape to the Maldives – we just know you’re going to love it!”
