Unrivalled luxury, stunning white-sand beaches and an amazing underwater world make the Maldives an obvious choice for a true holiday of a lifetime. Tom Masters, Lonely Planet Writer Our Promise You can trust our travel information because Lonely Planet authors visit the places we write about, each and every edition. We never accept freebies for positive coverage so you can rely on us to tell it like it is. Inside This Book 112 resorts and guesthouses 134 islands 39 seaplane flights 7 weeks research Inspirational photos Clear, easy-to-use maps Choosing a Resort feature In-depth background Comprehensive planning tools At-a-glance practical info