The Maldives are a dream destination par excellence and are increasingly establishing themselves as a destination that should not only be considered as a winter escape. After all, they attract visitors all year round with dreamy sandy beaches, luxurious resorts and a breathtaking underwater world. In addition, numerous new highlights in the Maldives will make 2025 an even more unforgettable travel year. Here are the top 5:

Freediving in paradise

Where? One&Only Reethi Rah

© One&Only Resorts

Take a deep breath and dive into the depths of the sea... freediving has fascinated people for centuries. If you're looking to master this unique art, you have the chance to do so at One&Only Reethi Rah. Guided by PADI-certified instructors, guests can dive without equipment to explore the stunning coral reefs and vibrant marine life up close.

One&Only Reethi Rah
Reethi Rah, North Malé Atoll, Malé 08440, Maldives
+960 664-8800 - oneandonlyresorts.com
Villa from € 2.800

New Luxury hotel on Malé

Where? Malé

© Barceló Group

Travelers to the Maldives often stay in one of the many dreamy island resorts. However, starting this year, a new luxury hotel is set to join the highlights of the Maldives in 2025. The elegant Barceló Nasandhura Male will open its doors in the first quarter, adding 136 stunning rooms, suites, and serviced apartments to the capital of the island nation. As the largest of its kind on the main island, it boasts a prime seaside location, excellent restaurants, and a wellness area.

Barceló Nasandhura Male
Boduthakurufanu Magu,Near Hulmale jetty, Male, Maldives
960-331-3000 - barcelo.com
Doubles from € 280

Night diving in glowing waters

Where? Maaya Thila

© Visit Maldives

Not just a highlight of the Maldives in 2025, but always breathtaking: shimmering beaches and glowing sections of the ocean under the moonlight. This phenomenon is caused by bioluminescent corals and marine life that emit their glow at night. Night dives with UV light add an extra dimension to the experience, making you feel as though you’ve landed on another planet. One of the best spots is the Maaya Thila dive site. Alternatively, you can visit the Fesdu Wreck, where the sunken ship is illuminated by glowing marine creatures at night.

New hotel brand with an innovative approach

Where? Rah Gili Maldives

© SIX & SIX PRIVATE ISLANDS

Visionary Laith Pharaon, who played a key role in the development of the iconic Six Senses brand, has created an innovative new concept set to debut its first resort at the end of 2025. The luxury brand, named SIX & SIX PRIVATE ISLANDS, is defined by intuitive hospitality. It blends cosmopolitan lifestyle with minimalist design offering guests absolute freedom and a personalized vacation experience. Rah Gili Maldives will launch with 74 pool villas on the edge of the South Malé Atoll.

Rah Gili Maldives
sixandsix.com

24-hour all-inclusive vacations in the Maldives

Where? Sun Siyam Resorts

© Sun Siyam

As the first hotel group in the Maldives, Sun Siyam Resorts has introduced a new 24-hour all-inclusive offering across all five of its resort islands. After successfully testing the concept at Siyam World, the group is now expanding it. Each resort will now feature at least one outlet that remains open 24/7, offering food and beverages. Additionally, the various all-inclusive passes, such as Siyam World's "WOW! Premium All-Inclusive Plan," will continue to be available, including unlimited access to the water park.

Sun Siyam Resorts
sunsiyam.com