The Maldives are well-known for their idyllic islands, white sandy beaches and clear ocean blue water, and it is also ranked one of the top honeymoon destinations for the newlyweds. In the past, all the tourists were restricted to stay on the resort islands that were specially allocated for tourism. Until recent years, there was a change in regulations that every atoll in the Maldives was opened up for tourism, which means that the tourists now are allowed to stay in a local guest house among the local population.