20 THINGS TO DO IN MALDIVES

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Travel to the Maldives It is the dream of many but, unlike what you may believe, it is not a dream available only to a few. We already told you that traveling to paradise is cheaper than you think, what we have not told you yet is everything you can do in Maldives. Today we are going to remedy it: here are 20 reasons to travel there.

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1. The first thing you have to do in Maldives is to look at the airplane window before landing: is that see the atolls from the air It is one of the most impressive things you can ever enjoy! (Oops, that sounded somewhat tragic, but it's true, hehe).

2. You will arrive at the capital: Malé. It is a picturesque city, somewhat chaotic, in the purest Asian style, but if you like to stroll we are sure that you will find a certain charm. Take a walk around the fish market, it is a super colorful place and yes, also full of smells, but it is very worth it. Here we tell you everything to do in Male.

3. And also give yourself a dip in your public beach. Did you know that it is artificial? Yes, it seems a lie but the capital of Maldives had no beaches to bathe ... So they created it. Remember that it is not a bikini-beach and that you should bathe with shorts and t-shirt.

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4. If you have no budget problems treat yourself by staying at a luxury resort. They are not usually cheap (the other way around), but they are the perfect place to live crazy life (you will already eat tuna and bread on the way back, of course canned tuna). In Booking there are often offers of resorts for about € 100, yes, if you want to stay in the typical villas on the water, the offer price is around € 200-300.

5. Instead, if your budget is backpacking, don't worry. As we tell you in this post of cheap accommodation in Maldives, it is possible to sleep in paradise for very little (from € 20-30 double, yes: € 10-15 / person / night!). Because Maldives is no longer a destination only for rich people! Yepa!

6. Try the typical ones Maldives street snacks how: gulha (fried fish meatballs, spices and coconut), theluli kavabuu (fish croquettes with a spicy touch) orbajiya (some samosas of fish and coconut). If you really like the gastronomic theme, besides enjoying the local restaurants (and the resorts). you can also make one cooking class, so you can take home a few recipes. More info about the typical dishes of Maldives.

7. Use the public ferries to move between the islands: it is the best way to travel cheaply through Maldives. You can check schedules and prices here. Tips: some journey can be quite long, so don't forget a good book to entertain yourself and music!

8. Do not leave home the snorkeling mask: you will need it! If on the surface the Maldives are beautiful, when you dive underwater you will freak out in colors. We get to see blankets, mini-sharks, sea snakes and fish of thousands of colors a few meters from the shore.

9. And if you know Diving… You will enjoy the Maldivian marine world even more: turtles, sharks, tropical fish and even whale sharks! Eye: find out about the company before With whom you are going to do the tour, it is important that they respect the environment and often, the tours that go “in search” of the whale shark are not entirely ethical.

A good place to see these magnificent "little fish" is in the southern area of Ari (specifically around Dhigurah, Dhidhdhoo and Maamigili). Obviously the sighting is not 100% insured, but the opportunities are very high. It is one of the things we have pending for the next trip to Maldives.

Tip: a good one way to know if a tour operator is NOT responsible It is asking if the fish are fed (to get close) or if they can touch (if they say yes, BAD!).

10. Visit at least one local island. We, for example, stay in Dhangethi. It is the best way to see how this country really is, you will have the opportunity to meet locals, and their customs. Away from the spotlights and pijerias of the resorts (and if you can combine both ... well, better!).

11. Relax lying on the bartola: You wanted to be here for a long time, right? Then enjoy every second of your stay. And put on cream: the damn sun is criminal!

12. If you are looking for a cheap isletWith restaurants, atmosphere and a few agencies to hire tours, you have to go to Maafushi. It is one of the best known islands for tourists and backpackers, it is easy to reach and has beaches where you can swim in a bikini.

13. Don't leave the beach before sunset: not for nothing huh, but the Maldives sunsets they are a pasote ...

14.… But don't go at night either. Let's see, we're not telling you to live on the beach: you can go back to the hotel, take a shower, go out to dinner ... but then come back near the sea and look up, surprise! Having almost no light pollution, Maldives nights are full of stars.

15. And since you're on the beach, try to kick some water ... if you're in the right place and in the right season, you may be lucky to experience one of the most amazing natural phenomena there are: bioluminescence. We in Maldives did not see it, but in Cambodia and we can assure you that it is beastly!

16. Take a boat trip and get to the famous sand tongues (sandbank) or a desert island Where to feel like Robinson Crusoe. Of course, remember to come to pick you up, it is okay to put yourself in the place of a shipwreck, but only for a few hours.

17. If there are agencies on your island rent kayak Do not hesitate, paddling a few minutes you can reach deserted beaches toooodas for you! Of course, let the locals inform you about the currents and give you advice.

18. Did you know that Maldives is also a surfing destination? We are used to seeing the typical island with turquoise waters and almost no waves, but if you are one of those who always look for occasions to give the table, you know that between april and september You can enjoy good waves in Maldives. In particular, the area of the atolls north and south of Male.

19. Maldives is a countryMuslim, so even if you go to the most lost place of all, you will probably be able to visit a mosque. Eye: always ask the locals if they are allowed to enter and visit it, yes, outside the prayer hours. If not, we can always be interested in this religion and local culture. We, for example, love to hear the call of prayer (yes, even at dawn) and the experience we had with the Maldivian locals was wonderful.

20. Returns: in Maldives there are more than 1,000 islands so it is clear that you have much more to explore. In addition there are increasingly better deals on flights to Maldives yas!