The trp to the Maldives was my latest annual birthday trek.  For the past 5 years I have made an effort to be in a new, preferably exotic, spot for my birthday.  It was the Maldives this year, and it definitely hit the mark.  The water was warm, the people friendly, the beach was white, and the champagne was cold.

first takeoff of the day

My sister Katrina enjoys our private pool at the in-ocean villa.

Velavaru

Uninhabited island. We snorkled the circumference of this island and experienced some of the best snorkeling in the world.

Snorkel guides

 

Birthday evening on Velavaru

Birthday champagne toast at sunset

In-Ocean Villas at sunset