Guides, assessments and field notes from the islands, written from stays we have made ourselves, for trips still taking shape.
Resort Guides · 7 min read · June 2026
The Maldives has two Four Seasons resorts — and they are deliberately different. Landaa is remote, wellness-led, and marine-rich. Kuda Huraa is accessible, active, and suited to a different pace. IMJ compares both.
Gili Lankanfushi vs Patina Maldives: Eco-Luxury Meets Design-Led Luxury
Resort Guides · 7 min read · June 2026
Both are in North Malé Atoll, both are accessible by speedboat, and both represent a compelling alternative to the traditional ultra-luxury resort model. But Gili and Patina are very different islands. IMJ compares them.
JOALI BEING vs Six Senses Laamu: The Maldives' Two Great Wellness Islands
Resort Guides · 7 min read · June 2026
Both are designed around wellbeing. Both are remote. But JOALI BEING and Six Senses Laamu have fundamentally different wellness philosophies and very different island characters. IMJ compares them.
Maldives Babymoon Guide: The Perfect Pre-Baby Escape
Honeymoon · 7 min read · June 2026
A Maldives babymoon is one of the most restorative trips a couple can take before their first child arrives. IMJ explains how to plan it right — resort choice, trimester timing, and the touches that make it memorable.
Maldives Diving and Snorkelling: A Guide to the Ocean Beneath
Experiences · 8 min read · June 2026
The Maldives is among the world's best marine destinations for both divers and snorkellers. IMJ explains what makes the reefs exceptional — and how to choose a resort that genuinely delivers below the surface.
Maldives Packing List: What to Bring (and What to Leave Behind)
Travel Tips · 6 min read · June 2026
Packing for the Maldives is genuinely different from packing for other destinations. The seaplane weight limit, the reef-safe requirement, and the villa lifestyle all change the list. IMJ covers everything you need to know.
How Much Does a Maldives Holiday Cost? An Honest Breakdown
Planning · 9 min read · June 2026
From £4,000 to £40,000 per couple — the Maldives cost range is wider than most guides admit. IMJ breaks down every element honestly, so you can plan with clarity.
Maldives Visa and Entry Requirements: Everything You Need to Know
Travel Tips · 5 min read · June 2026
Most nationalities arrive in the Maldives without a visa. But the details matter — what to bring, what to declare, and what changes to watch for. IMJ explains.
New Maldives Resorts Opening in 2026: What's Worth Watching
Resort Guides · 7 min read · June 2026
The Maldives pipeline for 2026 includes some genuinely exciting openings across the luxury and ultra-luxury tier. IMJ breaks down which new resorts are worth waiting for.
One&Only Reethi Rah vs Waldorf Astoria Maldives: Two Approaches to Ultra-Luxury
Resort Guides · 7 min read · June 2026
Both are among the Maldives' most celebrated ultra-luxury addresses. But Reethi Rah and Waldorf Astoria Ithaafushi are entirely different in scale, atmosphere, and character. IMJ compares both honestly.
Thirty minutes on dates, occasion and which island actually suits you — no obligation, no scripted pitch.
A few ways into the resorts, by the kind of trip you have in mind.
