Your travel tips about Maldives
From the airport, how and what is the transportation to get there?
Surprisingly, the airport is also on an island. Upon arrival at the airport, you must take other means of transportation to reach your resort island. If your resort is not too far away, you will be sitting in a small boat, also known as a dhoni, which will cost around US$1 to reach your destination (for example, Dhoni to Capital Male will cost US$1). If you are a little further away, you may need to consider taking a speedboat which will cost you around US$75. If your resort island is too far away, you will have to take a seaplane which will cost you around another US$350 or more.
What are the things I should bring?
Sunscreens and sunscreens. It’s also good to bring bug repellents with you, as there may be sand flies on some sections of the sands. They fog up regularly, so it’s still not that big of a problem.
Mobile reception and network?
Yes, mobile reception is good and accessible there. You will have no problem calling your loved ones in the Maldives.
Internet access?
The resorts provide Internet access on a pay-as-you-go basis. Internet access is basically slow, since they do not use broadband, but a dial-up service.
How many days do I have to be there?
Depending on your interest, if you want to get away from the stress of life, work and want to experience daily awakening in nature and the sea, you may want to stay in Maldives for a few weeks. However, if you enjoy shopping and exploring, a 3-day, 2-night stay in the Maldives may seem like enough for you.
Can I get the seashells back?
Depending on the rules of the beach, some of the seashells are protected and you can’t get them back. In the early hours of the morning, the sea will wash the seashells onto the sand. If you want to see pretty seashells make sure to get up early in the morning as the locals will be there early in the morning to sweep these pretty seashells clean and leave the sand clean. In other words, be there before them!
Anything to take note of when you’re there?
Remember to check the beach regulations. Make sure the resort has house reefs.
What is Hello! in your language?
His language is Dhivehi
Hello – Assalaamu Alaikum
Yes – Aan
No – Noon
What is your currency?
You will pay in USD in Maldives
Do you need a good waterproof camera?
You can buy a disposable waterproof camera which will cost around US$50. Also check out the waterproof camera capabilities. Some can go down to 5m depth only while others allow up to 15m depth. However, if you’re already intent on getting a camera, you might want to get one that has waterproof capabilities so you can use your flash to get sharper images under the sea.
What are the things I should buy?
There are no required purchases really. Some of their souvenir shops even sell items imported from other countries, yes. Recovering the photos and memories is all that matters!
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