Destination comparison
Maldives or Seychelles for Your Honeymoon?
A duel for the title of the world's most romantic islands: the impossibly smooth atolls of the Maldives versus the wild granite beaches of the Seychelles.
Verdict
The verdict, in short
Choose Maldives if…
The Maldives means endless lagoons, private-island resorts and overwater villas.
Choose Seychelles if…
The Seychelles means dramatic scenery, pink sand and the chance to island-hop on a single trip.
At a glance
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|---|---|---|
| Country / region | Maldives | Seychelles |
| Character | Overwater villas, Private islands | Granite boulders, Wild beaches |
| Best months | November, December, January | April, May, October |
| Indicative price | from $350/night | from $240/night |
| Flight from the US | very long (with layovers) | very long (with layovers) |
Weather through the year
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