The Art of Doing Nothing in the Maldives

A morning on the quiet shores of Halaveli reveals the slower, more thoughtful side of tropical luxury.

The Floating Runways of the Maldivian Archipelago

A look at the iconic seaplane terminals of Malé, where water serves as the runway.

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A full day at a Maldives overwater resort, above and below.

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Resort morning in Halaveli: beach, pool, and outdoor bath

Sunset and a solo acoustic set on the sands of Halaveli

Detailed nature study in an Almaty park, trees and foliage up close

Lazy resort morning in Halaveli, Maldives

French Bulldog enjoys a sunny afternoon at an Almaty park

A full day at a Maldives resort, beach to nightlife

Morning layover at Velana Airport, Malé — terminal and souvenir shops

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French Bulldog out for a sniff in Almaty green space

Almaty city streets at dusk, hotels, venues, and a parked Porsche

Sunset to starry night at a Maldives island resort

Almaty street cats lounging across a neighborhood block

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Inside and outside a Maldives overwater resort on a sunny morning

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Solo acoustic set at a Maldives beach resort after dark

French Bulldog napping at home in Almaty

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Beach and resort grounds at Constance Halaveli, Maldives

Lazy beach morning at a Maldives resort

Dog walk and garden flowers in an Almaty park

Grey heron hunts the shallow shore at Halaveli, Maldives

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Play-Doh craft session at a festive Almaty celebration

Stingrays and reef sharks under Halaveli's pier

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Maldives beach day ends with a full seafood buffet at dusk

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Gray cat grooming on a bed in Almaty

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