If you've ever scrolled through Instagram and stopped dead at a picture of an overwater bungalow, chances are you were looking at the Maldives. It's the most bucket-list trip, and for a good reason.

When there are more than 180 resorts across 1,190 tropical islands, an expert guide to the Maldives comes in handy.

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When couples dream of a Maldives honeymoon, overwater villas and luxury resorts usually take center stage. But beyond those iconic images, the Maldives offers many intimate, offbeat experiences that ...