Top 10 Things about the Maldives you should Know

Top 10 Things about the Maldives you should Know

But there are also a couple of things that most people don’t know, so here are the top 10 things you should know prior to travelling to the Maldives:

1. There is fish in the water. And by fish I mean sharks!

Don’t worry I am not planning to scare you or tell you not to go in the water. I simply want that you guys get it in your head and still come to travel to paradise. Every island has their own reef sharks. Some are small, some are slightly bigger and all of them are okay with you swimming around them. There is nothing to be scared of and if you don’t approach them, they won’t approach you. I perfectly understand how this can be scary or even a “no-way” experience for you, but if you feel like this, just go on a guided snorkeling tour for the start. Once you have experiences the sharks in a group you will feel more comfortable around them.

2. It’s all white beaches, but not every beach is powdery…

3. Don’t bring any high heels!

4. Choose your island wise!

5. The maldivians are moslems!

6. There’s not a lot to do!

7. Go for All-Inclusive!

Most of the holiday packages you can book will include this anyway, but just in case I am adding this point to the list. The Maldives are not as expensive as you might think – if you are travelling on a pre-organised package, however if you’re just looking at the hotel night prices on the resort’s homepage you will get a hearth-attack. Every extra you are booking on site is on the price level of the homepage and therefore way more expensive than what you’d have to pay in advance. As the resorts are all on separated islands, there is no restaurant or possibility for you to eat outside. Also, if you are planning to keep visiting the Maldives again, you could think of other options like renting out a resort or opting for a timeshare. This way, you can ease your nerves with the price part. But again, for timeshare, you might have to invest every month along with other owners of that property for maintenance. If at any point, you feel that you no longer require that space, or have a shortage of funds, you can simply reach out to timeshare exit companies near you. They might help in finding a replacement for you. But, remember to seek this option only when you are a regular to the Maldives!

8. Don’t import Alcohol!

Following point number 7, don’t think you can fool the resorts and bring alcohol with you from the duty-free shop, it will be taken from the customs when arriving in the Maldives!
Besides alcohol there are some more limitations for importation, such as anything related to religion that is not Muslim and could be for anything BUT the own use (e.g. more than one bible) or pork.

9. Take a photo camera with you!

10. There is no weather guarantee!