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Family trip to Male Atoll with children. Ideas on where to go with your child

North Male Atoll is probably the most adapted island of the Maldives for exciting holidays with children of any age. First of all, the capital city with all the country’s main cultural and historical objects is also located here. So, if your kids are of the school-age or teenagers, you can take them to the National Museum, visit the Islamic Centre or take a look at the Sultan Ibrahim tomb’s carved slabs.
Excursion over cultural sights of Male Atoll - 'must visit' points of interest
All the main sights of the Maldives are right here on North Male Atoll; and, certainly, the major amount of it is in the capital. So, one of the must-visit places is the Sudan Palace. This … Open
Little ones will definitely enjoy the local fauna: little lizards, flamboyant parrots, turtles, and crabs – all these inhabit on beaches and can attract kids’ attention. Besides, you should take little children for a walk to one of the Male’s parks, it’s very greenery here so you’ll feel comfortable even in the hottest part of the day.
Actually, it’s the significant point in a family vacation – visiting the capital, as you can buy all the stuff you need, such as medications, diapers in the stores there – basically everything you should need during your staying and what you’ve forgotten to take with. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Your active city break in Male Atoll. Attractions, recreation and entertainment - best places to spend your day and night here
North Male Atoll offers its guests perfect conditions for water sports and beach vacation. For example, it’s, of course, diving. There are several wonderful marine reserves in the … Open
Atoll islands, with their hotel complexes and resorts, are considered to be the most developed ones in tourism. The first local hotels appeared right here. Moreover, it’s extremely useful that North Male Atoll is really close to the airport, as it will take just a little time to get to a hotel. As you are choosing a place to stay in, make sure it allows children and find out what facilities are included: nannies, playrooms and children clubs, animators, kids’ menu, etc. It will just help you to make the right choice and plan your holidays wisely, so both kids and you would be fascinated to stay here.
Malediven Schoolchildren might get bored without extra fun, that is why please choose hotels that provide animation programs. There are no water and amusement parks, a trip to an adjacent island (where you probably won’t find anything special for children) will take the whole day. A great number of families with kids come to the Maldives, so if you choose a right hotel, then your children will actually find the guys to hang out with.
Advices to travellers: what you should know while being in Male Atoll
1. There are always holidays on North Male Atoll. It’s always warm here, and you won’t be trapped in your hotel room even during the rainy season, as it pours only in the night … Open
Teenagers would like to try snorkelling or surfing. In addition, diving courses are provided here too, so they can take part in it and then dive with professional instructors – it’s absolutely safe, every tourist regardless of their age has to see the beauty of the atoll’s marine world.
Beach Club in IR Air tour above the islands is a breath-taking entertainment for all children as well as grownups. A small plane or a helicopter will take up to the sky and you’ll be able to enjoy best spectacular point of the Maldives with your head in the clouds.
Best beaches and recreation areas around Male Atoll
Almost all islands of the atoll are available for beach holidays. Territory of some small atolls is fully occupied with hotel complexes, so some beaches are accessible only to hotel guests, … Open
Moreover, you can take your older kids on a tour around the islands. It will not just diversify your holidays but also help you to learn more about the local culture and locals’ mode of life. The tour is pretty long, you’ll have to walk a lot and spend quite a decent amount of time on a beach coast, that is why it’s strongly not recommended to take babies with. And it’s certainly not suitable for people who suffer from seasickness.
Bandos Island is another popular place among families with kids. If you prefer to choose a cheaper hotel but without any special activities for children, be ready to think in advance how to entertain them here. Basically at least take the following items with you: books, toys, electronic devices. You won’t be able to buy anything oh these here on the island.
Top hotels in Male Atoll for business trip or short vacation
Upscale beach hotels represent the main pride of North Male, and each of them has its amazing features. Travelers who wish to spend a few days at a cozy villa should pay attention to Coco … Open
Tap and pool water are desalinated, it’s not recommended drinking it. However, if your child did swallow it – don’t panic, there is nothing bad about it. Also take some medicines with you just in case, including the one to treat poisoning. Concerning food: it’s perfect if the hotel provides a children menu, but there is also a rich choice in restaurants too, so you can order something tasty for your children without any trouble. In case your baby eats just baby food – also take it from home with you to the island, there is no opportunity to buy it here. Yes, there are small shops here on the resorts’ territories, but unfortunately, they don’t provide baby products.
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Things to visit with your kids in Maldives

The Maldives is popular with romantic couples and older people who do not crave active entertainment. But the Maldives is not very popular with families with children. Choosing the right hotel is the key to the success of a family holiday. Otherwise, there is a risk of ruining your vacation by listening to children whining about how bored they are. You need to be very careful when choosing a hotel. There are many adult-only hotels on the Islands. There is absolutely nothing of children's entertainment there. Children from 4 to 12 years old are accepted to children's clubs. You will have to entertain teenagers on your own. Per Aquum Niyama resort offers to entertain children in the explorers club. They have their own small water park, playground, trampolines, and kitchen. Master-classes and even snorkeling safaris are held there. … Open

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