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Ultimate packing list for the Maldives for a tropical holiday – Preparation prevents poor vacations

The easiest thing to do when planning a trip is to simply pack your luggage at the last minute and rush to the airport. This will ensure that you will have suboptimal comfort levels and unneeded stressors popping up during your journey. Try some proactive planning to uplift your holiday!

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Get your beach essentials in order

No trip to the Maldives can truly be enjoyed without having the essentials for the beach close at hand. A great start to your packing list would be to include several swimming suits so that you can enjoy the ocean in style. Be sure to pick out some bright outfits that will stand out against the stunning blue ocean.
Another item that many people overlook is bringing along some form of sunscreen and sunhat. The heat of the islands is generally underestimated by visiting leading them to get uncomfortably sunburnt during their visit.
Last but not least, bring along a handy beach bag so that you can other essentials such as wet clothes, books or sunglasses when moving from place to place.

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Clothes that you should pack

To enjoy an island vacation, you must leave behind your regular attire. There is no fun in trying to dress up in your usual clothes, they may simply not be comfortable and besides what is the point if you do not have fun!
Bring along a few sandals and sports clothes so that you can enjoy a quiet walk on the beach or a spot of yoga during sunrise. For the ladies, bringing along a light long dress will do wonders to ensure that you can wear it when stepping out of the hotel or taking a few pictures for your albums.
If you are travelling with your partner, be sure to bring along suitable attire for an intimate dining experience as well.

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Gear to bring along

Given that you are going to be on vacation, the best thing to bring along with you is a good camera! If you are going to be diving, it would be ideal to bring along an underwater camera as well. When it comes to travelling to the Maldives, however, be sure to come prepared to deal with the different types of electrical ports they have available. A good adapter will go a long way.
If you are staying at one of the Maldives luxury hotels such as the Adaaran Club Rannalhi they may be able to assist with the procurement of any items you forgot to bring along as well.

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Bring along your travel documents

This is a crucial part of the process that tends to get overlooked. Your travel documents will be vital if you get into any issues in the Maldives and if you are travelling during the pandemic, the documents will help gain access to certain amenities and venues when on holiday.

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What not to pack

Be sure to stay away from bringing with you any alcohol or pork products as they will be confiscated at customs due to the law of the Maldives. If you need some alcohol, worry not, your resort will be fully stocked for your pleasure.
It is also recommended to steer clear of bringing any warm clothes as they will not serve any purpose when in the Maldives. A light sweater might be acceptable if you are going to be dining at an air-conditioned dinner venue.