Joanna James
If you are planning a vacation in the Maldives you are undoubtedly excited and here are some tips to make sure you can plan your trip smoothly while making sure you have a great time as well!
The best time to travel to this stunning tropical destination is from November to March when the sun is out, the rainfall is less and you can explore the outdoors to your heart's desire. Since this is the peak season to visit the Maldives it is best to make your reservations at popular hotels and resorts such as Baros Maldives in advance so you do not miss out on the season.
Due to religious reasons, alcohol is not allowed to be brought into the country so you need to keep this in mind when you are planning your trip to the island. Alcohol can usually, however, be found at private Maldives villas, resorts, and hotels. Keep in mind that you will not come across alcoholic beverages at public restaurants in Male.
Even though the country is a tropical destination that calls for summer clothes such as skinnies and shorts from dawn to dusk - this is not a common practice in the country. Due to being a traditional and conservative country, you are expected to dress rather modestly when you are in public places. While you are more than welcome to wear bikinis and shorts when at the beach and at hotels you are required to wear dresses that cover your shoulders and knees when you are visiting public locations.
With more than 1200 islands, the Maldives is one of the most unique countries in the world. Even though there are over a thousand islands only a mere 200 of these islands are inhabited and most of them are occupied with private resorts and hotels which offer a unique experience at each location. Since you are unable to cover all these locations in one stay you can opt for island hopping tours or stay at different hotels for several nights during your vacation.
Remember that the Maldives is much more than the white sandy beaches and the turquoise blue waters and it is important to make sure you budget the extra activities you can try out. There are so many water sports such as surfing, diving, snorkelling, jet-skiing, parasailing, and banana boat rides so you can pick and choose the ones you like.
Most of the time the Maldives is marketed through fancy hotels and luxurious resorts but this is only part of the experience when you are in the Maldives. Even if you stay in a private resort that does not have cabanas above the water you will still be able to enjoy the beaches, the food, and the other wonderful experiences the country has to offer as a whole
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