How to plan your wedding in Maldives

A dream wedding destination, the Maldives isn't known as the number one destination for honeymooning couples for nothing. The beautiful islands, the clear crystal seas and abundance of spectacular one-of-a-kind resorts followed by plenty of chances for absolute solitude makes it the perfect place to say I do. Here's the perfect plan to make the best day of your life, the absolute best!

1. Easily Accessible

The Maldives is made up of 1000s of islands that are divided into 26 atolls – a type of coral formation that is unique to the archipelago. The international airport is located on the biggest island and the country's capital Male. From there you can either charter a flight or a boat to get to your resort of choice. Most resorts, for example, Adaaran Maldives, take up residence on an entire island which makes it easily accessible as the resort will take care of all your transport needs and requirements.

2. Choosing the Perfect Resort

As mentioned above, there are many resorts in the Maldives and most of them take up an entire island. So, you and your wedding entourage can truly experience the feel of a private island. There are many unique experiences that each resort provides especially for couples so you will need to consider that. The perfect resort for you depends on the sort of wedding you are hoping to have. Pick a resort that will cater to all your requirements and can provide you with a wide range of services. Also, consider their wedding packages as well as the list of excursions mentioned in their honeymoon packages.

3. Deciding on the Type of Wedding

Another deciding factor is the exact specifics of your dream Maldives destination wedding. Not only will deciding this aid in every other factor including which resort you choose, but also the sort of wedding location, your number of guests and more. If you want to hold your wedding in the Maldives it means you've been dreaming about a beach wedding. So, plan whether you want it at sunrise or sunset or during bright midday. The Maldives are mostly very sunny so aside from not having to worry about the weather, you would need to spend time planning the specifics. If you are not partial towards planning it all by yourself, check with the resort if they have an event planning team and destination wedding packages.

4. Deciding on the Cultural Aspects

Consider your own cultures, especially if you and your significant other are from different cultures. How will you have your wedding? How will you incorporate your cultures and which parts of it would you choose for the wedding? Would a wedding according to your culture be feasible in an island resort? Speak to the hotel in advance if you aren't sure so you can discuss with them the specifics and things you may need to take from your own countries. Also, consider a traditional Maldivian wedding which the resort will be more than glad to organise for you. But make sure you don't end up appropriating Maldivian culture in retrospect.

5. Planning Your Honeymoon

After the wedding, you can also have your honeymoon at your chosen resort island. The ample availability of privacy and romantic villas and rooms with private pools. There is also a plethora of activities that the two of you can do as a couple it what crowned the Maldives the number one honeymoon destination in the world. You can have your pick among the resort's available honeymoon packages, or you can plan your own and let the resort know in advance. From couple kayaking to spa treatments and a romantic candlelit dinner on the beach, the opportunities are endless.