5 things to do with your family in The Maldives

1. In the Maldives you will find pristine, white sandy beaches that are a joy to see. Kids will love to make sand castles on the beach. Adults can enjoy lazing in the sun - there are many resorts with huts that have private beaches.

2. A nation of islands will definitely have seafood. And the Maldives offers a variety of culinary delights for the fish lover. Do not forget to have fresh coconut water and also enjoy the creamy, sweet coconut meat that you can scrape off from inside the fresh coconuts. Since the Maldives is a Muslim country you will find Halal chicken and beef everywhere - but be aware that resorts cater to a large number of tourists from around the world and also serve pork.

3. Water-sport opportunities are available at every island resort in the Maldives. From kayaking to scuba diving and snorkeling, you can select the adventure of your choice. Parasailing, wind surfing and deep sea fishing for the adventurous or paddling in the clear waters of the Indian Ocean and marvelling at the beautiful coral formations are among the range of choices you have.

4. With 1,190 coral islands making up the Maldives you should take the family on an island hopping trip to experience different resorts and local culture. Admire the clear skies and picturesque sunset when you wind down your island hopping tour and return to your hotel.

5. A seaplane ride is an essential experience when visiting the Maldives. Ever seen your plane land on water - Hudson river heroics happen in the Maldives every day. The Trans Maldivian Airways has the largest fleet of seaplanes in the world and is used to access remote islands. A boat ride to some of the island resorts can take several hours so the seaplanes offer a scenic experience to the tourist. After landing at Male airport you can hop across to the Trans Maldivian Airways and take a seaplane to your resort. Land on water, get off and take a boat to the hotel.

For more information visit the Maldives city guide on Irhal by clicking here.