Joanna James
Beaches with pristine sand bordered by palm trees, azure waters inviting you to come to swim and magical sunsets that will take your breath away; all this and more await on a holiday in the Maldives! Before you visit, here are some practical things about this destination that are worth knowing.
The Maldives is famed for being the quintessential destination for couples and honeymooners offering truly romantic escapes. However, that doesn't mean other types of travellers can't enjoy a trip here be it holidaying with family or friends or planning a solo journey of discovery! Resorts in Maldives have all you need for a vacay that can be as relaxing or exhilarating as you desire; this includes clubs and activities for kids and teens, water sports for adrenaline junkies and wellness therapies for those looking to unwind.
Because there are many islands in this destination, each resort occupies a private island; as you can imagine, that means you can truly get away from it all! You will be pretty much spending all your time on one island, so make sure the property offers all you need and check if it has an all-inclusive package too. Resorts the likes of Kurumba Maldives are ideal in this regard; apart from villas by the beach they also feature various dining options, spas with rejuvenating rituals, snorkelling safaris, dive centres offering PADI courses and excursions, sandbank picnics, sunset cruises and more.
Also, keep in mind that transfer costs need to be taken into consideration when making a holiday plan and budget. As mentioned, in the Maldives, resort properties are on separate islands and the only way to reach them is by seaplane, speedboat or sometimes, a combination of the two. As you may have guessed, speedboat transfers won't cost as much and are used for islands that are close to Male and the international airport; some resorts are only 10-minutes away by this form of transport and you will be enjoying laidback island living in no time!
Since the Maldives follows strict Islamic laws, keep in mind bikinis can't be worn at every beach. The good news is that this does not apply to private island resorts which is another reason to stay at such properties; you can wear your favourite two-piece swimsuit or bikini and get all those amazing Insta pictures! If you are at a local island, you must refrain from wearing bikinis unless at specially designated beaches for tourists; additionally, at such islands, it is best to wear attire that doesn't expose bare shoulders or legs.
If you are sighing in dismay thinking that you won't be able to enjoy your favourite cocktail concoction, wine or other tipples when on holiday, don't despair! According to local law, alcohol can't be served or consumed on local islands, but this does not apply to resorts that are located on private islands. Keep in mind you are not allowed to bring any alcohol into the country as well but remember that resort bars will be stocked with a range of alcoholic drinks for you to enjoy.
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