Maldives packages are popular for couple travelers and family travelers as this nation of islands has so much to offer – be it adventure sports, mesmerizing natural beauty or pristine beaches. A Maldives holiday package is a great way to experience the best of Maldives. Here’s 10 interesting facts that will make you want to pack your bags and book a Maldives tour package!

1. Several wellness treatments and massage therapies are offered by Maldives’ many luxurious spas. The traditional healing methods that have been passed on for generations by the healing experts also known as hakeembe.
2. The country has an impressive literacy rate of 98 percent. Considering the fact that it was around 70 percent a couple of decades back, major progress has been made on this front despite the islands being spread out across a huge area.
3. Legend has it that Maldives was established by an exiled prince. The first actual kingdom was said to have been established by the son of the Indian king of Kalinga. The king exiled his son to the Maldives, then known as Dheeva Maari.
4. Maldives has 1,192 coral islands, many of them famous for their deep sea fish, while others for bright coral reefs and colorful reef fish. You can snorkel alongside whale sharks and manta rays and experience the mesmerizing under-water life that the country has to offer.
5. In 2009, the president conducted an underwater cabinet meeting to raise awareness about the seriousness of global warming – Maldives is one of the countries most likely to be affected by melting polar ice caps.
6. Vaadhoo Island is one of the best places to see in Maldives to see bioluminescent plankton. The island has a glowing beach where rare glowing tides bathe the shore at night. It is a sight like none other.
7. Originally a Buddhist nation, the Maldives were converted in the 12th century by traveling Islamic holy men and is now predominantly an Islamic country. Because of strict Muslim laws in place, alcohol is only served in resorts.
8. You can go island hopping in Maldives and explore them. Take a ride on dhoni, a coconut palm timber cruise boat. Several cruises options are available that take you to desolate islands where you can enjoy complete privacy.
9. You can catch a fish yourself followed by a barbecue where you can cook your catch. Among the many dining options include a spectacular dinner at the Ithaa underwater aquarium restaurant.
10. Maldives’ weekends begin early – Friday and Saturday are officially enjoyed as the weekend unlike most other places.