Joanna James
The travel tips provided below, such as considering the time of your visit, dressing appropriately and going all-inclusive, will be useful for visitors to the Maldives; by taking note of these suggestions, you can have an unforgettable and hassle-free stay.
Whilst it is quite possible to enjoy a satisfying stay in the Maldives at any time of the year, for optimal weather conditions, you may opt for the dry season stretching from November through April. On the other hand, even during the wet season, extending from May through October, you can still experience spells of sunshine; you may also take advantage of attractive deals on accommodation and activities during this time. Finally, the shoulder seasons of late April and late October offer an attractive compromise as well.
Due to the fact that the Maldives inherits a conservative Muslim culture, you must take care to dress modestly when visiting local communities. However, there are designated ‘bikini beaches’ even in the inhabited islands where tourists can wear swimwear. On the other hand, at private resorts, which are on separate private islands, you are generally free to dress as you like and wear bikinis on the beach.
In accordance with the Muslim culture, there are restrictions on alcohol consumption in the Maldives. You aren’t permitted to bring alcohol into the country; further, you cannot buy or consume alcohol on local islands. However, this does not apply to the private island resorts, where you are free to enjoy your favourite tipples.
Generally, it is a good idea to opt for a good meal plan, such as all-inclusive, during your private resort stay in the Maldives. With an all-inclusive plan, many of your costs will be covered, such as all of your meals, a selection of beverages, complimentary activities, excursions and so on. Since you will be spending most or even all of your time on a private island property, this option is well worth it. One of the Maldives 5-star resorts to consider that offers a comprehensive all-inclusive package is JA Manafaru Maldives.
Naturally, you should pack carefully for your stay in the Maldives, as once you have arrived here, it may not be possible to conveniently avail yourself of certain goods. You must undoubtedly take along clothing suitable for the tropics, swimwear, toiletries, sunscreen, personal care items and a handy first aid kit. Meanwhile, a water-resistant camera will enable you to capture memorable images in the ocean or under the waves. Finally, according to the laws of the country, remember that you must not bring any alcohol or pork products into the Maldives.
Your Maldives experience wouldn’t be complete without indulging in some exciting leisure activities and excursions. You may take the opportunity to go snorkelling as well as diving and engage in other water sports such as wakeboarding, parasailing, stand-up paddleboarding and fun tubing. Enjoyable excursions that you can undertake include visits to deserted islands, sightseeing trips, sunset dolphin watching cruises and big game fishing expeditions.
Whilst the local currency on these islands is the Maldivian rufiyaa, you will find that US dollars are accepted virtually everywhere; in fact, many shops feature prices labelled in dollars. Although it is often possible to use credit cards at the resorts and various other establishments, it is undoubtedly a good idea to keep some cash with you for purchasing certain items on local islands. Further, you may not readily find ATMs on the local islands that you visit.
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