Inside Zara McDermott and Sam Thompson's Maldives trip: MIC couple brush aside THAT tearful chat as they enjoy scenic bike rides, snorkelling and breakfast by the sea
There seemed to be trouble in paradise for the couple earlier this month as they engaged in a heated discussion.
But Made In Chelsea's Zara McDermott and Sam Thompson have appeared to move on from their tearful exchange as they jetted off to the Maldives for a romantic holiday this week.
Sharing their stay at the island's five-star Ayada hotel on Instagram, former Love Islander Zara, 22, and fellow reality star Sam, 27, treated themselves to refreshing bike rides, a spot of snorkerling and breakfast by the scenic sea.
![Romance is alive: Made In Chelsea's Zara McDermott and Sam Thompson have appeared to move on from their tearful exchange as they jetted off to the Maldives for a holiday this week](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2019/12/12/18/22163814-7786185-Romance_is_alive_Made_In_Chelsea_s_Zara_McDermott_and_Sam_Thomps-m-45_1576174841576.jpg)
Romance is alive: Made In Chelsea's Zara McDermott and Sam Thompson have appeared to move on from their tearful exchange as they jetted off to the Maldives for a holiday this week
In one snap, the loved-up pair displayed their envy-inducing physique as they sported diving masks ahead of their swimming trip.
The former government advisor was in her element as she soaked up the fresh greenery during a bike ride, where she coordinated with the vehicle in a white two-piece.
Pastries and fresh fruit decorated in vibrant flowers were presented to the pair every morning of their luxury getaway, which they tucked into while tapping into full relaxation mode by the sea.
The blonde bombshell boasted a chic beachwear collection during her break, with one of her bikini featuring vibrant detailing throughout.
![Wow-factor! Former Love Islander Zara, 22, and fellow reality star Sam, 27, treated themselves to refreshing bike rides, a spot of snorkerlling and breakfast by the scenic sea](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2019/12/12/17/22163818-7786185-image-a-40_1576173112691.jpg)
Wow-factor! Former Love Islander Zara, 22, and fellow reality star Sam, 27, treated themselves to refreshing bike rides, a spot of snorkerlling and breakfast by the scenic sea
![The finer things: Sharing their stay at the island's Ayada hotel on Instagram, pastries and fresh fruit decorated in vibrant flowers were presented to the pair every morning of their getaway](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2019/12/12/17/22163820-7786185-image-a-39_1576173109690.jpg)
The finer things: Sharing their stay at the island's Ayada hotel on Instagram, pastries and fresh fruit decorated in vibrant flowers were presented to the pair every morning of their getaway
![Working it: The blonde bombshell boasted a chic beachwear collection during her break, with one of her bikini featuring vibrant detailing throughout](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2019/12/12/17/22163816-7786185-s-a-38_1576173108221.jpg)
![All in the details: The TV star teamed her scanty ensemble with a classic wide-brimmed hat](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2019/12/12/19/22164458-7786185-All_in_the_details_The_TV_star_teamed_her_scanty_ensemble_with_a-a-86_1576179464450.jpg)
Working it: The blonde bombshell boasted a chic beachwear collection during her break, with one of her bikini featuring vibrant detailing throughout
![Sizzling: Zara also flaunted her toned figure in a barely-there red bralet, which she paired with a matching sarong](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2019/12/12/19/22163822-7786185-Sizzling_Zara_also_flaunted_her_toned_figure_in_a_barely_there_r-a-87_1576179464453.jpg)
Sizzling: Zara also flaunted her toned figure in a barely-there red bralet, which she paired with a matching sarong
Hunky Sam ensured he didn't let his woman down in the style stakes as he went shirtless in a pair of green trunks for one smouldering snap.
Earlier this month, aspiring singer Zara was seen in tears as the couple had an intense discussion outside Raffles in London. MailOnline contacted Zara and Sam's representatives at the time of publication.
The smitten couple confirmed their relationship in May - revealing they met after Zara slid into Sam's DMs.
The reality star told OK! Online: 'She slid into my DMs. It was great and I’m glad she did.'
![In the zone: Hunky Sam ensured he didn't let his woman down in the style stakes as he went shirtless in a pair of green trunks for one smouldering snap](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2019/12/12/17/22163826-7786185-image-a-42_1576173123465.jpg)
In the zone: Hunky Sam ensured he didn't let his woman down in the style stakes as he went shirtless in a pair of green trunks for one smouldering snap
![Keeping his followers updated: The Celebs Go Dating star has been sharing just as much snaps from his holiday as his partner](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2019/12/12/17/22163828-7786185-image-a-43_1576173127530.jpg)
Keeping his followers updated: The Celebs Go Dating star has been sharing just as much snaps from his holiday as his partner
Speaking about how they first met, Zara later told MailOnline: 'We met a year-and-a-half ago at an event before I was on Love Island.
'He doesn't remember as he was drunk! We got speaking on Instagram three to four months ago and here we are.'
To which Sam elaborated: 'I was in the Dominican Republic, minding my own business, when Zara replied to an Instagram story... Zara slid into my DMs.
'It was great as then I had the courage to ask her out on a date, we went on our first date about three months ago now. Since the moment she slid into my DMs, we haven't not spoke every day.'
![On cloud nine: The smitten couple confirmed their relationship in May - revealing they met after Zara slid into Sam's DMs (pictured in September)](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2019/12/12/17/22164602-7786185-_pictured_in_September_-a-35_1576173098956.jpg)
On cloud nine: The smitten couple confirmed their relationship in May - revealing they met after Zara slid into Sam's DMs (pictured in September)
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