Pakistan, March 19 -- The Maldives is sheer paradise. With aquamarine sea as far as the eye can see and private wooden villas perched above the waterline, this peaceful corner of the world is utter perfection for those looking for escapism and sunshine.

But there's even more to this tropical idyll than meets the eye and a stay at one of Centara's beautiful hotels - both of them in the best spots the Maldives can offer - will help you to get under the skin of this picture-perfect place, starting a life-long love.

The Maldives is made up of 26 atolls, or ring-shaped coral reefs and these consist of 1,192 little coral islands.

They can only be found in warm tropical and subtropical waters, making it even more special.

Make the most of th...