11 best things to take on a sporty Maldives holiday
The Maldives doesn't just have to be about lazing. You can also rev up your activity levels and come home fitter and stronger. Especially if tennis is on the menu.
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Channel your inner Rafa and hit the court. Or just look like you spend time in the tramlines With Wimbledon in full - um - swing and tennis having a pop culture moment (thanks Zendaya), it’s time to ace this look.
Jumeirah Maldives
We’ve all seen those images of picturesque clay tennis courts beside the French Riviera but this one takes the game to love when it comes to the world’s most striking. The resort follows immaculate suit or should that be suite with ocean and beach villa each offering a private pool. All in all, a dream destination which tweaks the Maldives formula by making it a holiday where being active as as much of a draw as its opposite.
Mini Rodini Tennis SP Sweatshirt, The Iconic, $114
There’s no reason that the little members of your family can’t tap into the trend and this Swedish kidswear label serves retro whimsy. Even the grown ups will be envious.
Babolat Boost Rafa Tennis Racquet, Rebel Sport, $219.99
This colourful collab between one of the greatest players of all time and a rising racquet marque offers a large sweet spot that makes it ideal for beginners and recreational players. It’s also made entirely from graphite so it’s super light.
Open: An Autobiography
Even if you have the most fleeting interest in tennis, this autobiography is an unflinchingly honest and utterly raw account of the toll of fame and the burden of expectations that come with massive talent. He left nothing on the court and leaves nothing out of his book.
Decathlon Men’s Multi-Court Tennis Shoes, $45
You could easily pay five times as much for your tennis shoes but these offer support, a fit made to move in, EVA inserts in the heels for shock absorption and can pull double duty off the court as a cool kick.
Fujifilm Instax Wide 400, $229
Capture all your sporting glory in an instant with this old-school meets new tech camera. The Wide 300 was released in 2014 and the upgrade makes expansive shots a breeze. It also comes with landscape mode, a close up lens and a clever self timer so you can set the shot up and then saunter into frame.
Lacoste Tennis Recycled Polyester Hooded Jacket, The Iconic, $240
Lacoste has long been synonymous with tennis chic and this top not only has some eco cred, it will look equally good on the street. We love the red and white sleeve detail.
Palmes Vilas Tennis Towel, The Iconic, $100
Continuing the tennis theme, this 100 per cent cotton towel is machine washable and the seaside scene and cute font evokes long lazy days courtside on the French Riviera.
Bose Soundlink Flex bluetooth speaker, Amazon, $149
This portable outdoor speaker is not only waterproof, it’s built to withstand corrosion, making it perfect for beach holidays. You’ll get around 12 hours of battery life, and the sound quality is superb.
Miraclesuit Swimwear Madero Underwired Shaping Swimsuit, The Iconic, $289
Made by one of the world’s leading shapewear brands, you’ll look a million bucks in this super flattering one-piece that is super supportive for all sorts of water sports.
Samsonite x NB crossbody clutch bag, $169
This durable and surprisingly spacious bag comes with detachable shoulder and wrist straps, so you can use it as a clutch or cross body bag on holiday.
Uniqlo UV protection hat, $29.90
Providing UPF50+ sun protection, this lightweight hat is also water-repellant. It comes in olive or navy and the soft nylon means it can’t be crushed out of shape in your suitcase.
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