With few direct flights operating to the Maldives from the UK, most people travelling to the islands must go via Dubai, Doha, or Sri Lanka and change aircraft on the way. Breaking your journey on the way is a popular thing to do, and there are excellent hotels available as well as plenty to see and do in any of the destinations above.
Far and away the most popular place to stay off is in Dubai, where you can take advantage of the great shopping available in the city as well as staying in some of the most luxurious hotels in the world in a fantastic location.
