The Maldives or simply known as Maldives is a popular travel destination among the travellers from India. In last two decades, Maldives has garnered so much popularity among the Indian tourists. Besides the luxury island resorts, Maldives offer budget friendly island destinations to spend your vacation. The distance between Maldives and India is very less, so less flight cost.
In India, people are much interested to spend their vacation and holiday in islands with crystal clear waters. The Maldives offer a great opportunity to everyone to spend their holiday with their loved one. Let’s see most useful travel tips for Indian travellers going to the Maldives.
1. Prepare Your Plan Based on Respective Month’s Weather
In India, we have three seasons, winter, summer, and rainy. On the other side, the Maldives is located in the Indian Ocean completely. Hence, you may need to plan properly to get good weather experience. We strongly suggest you to visit between November through April to experience the best soft sunshine.
2. If You Have Budget, Do Not Forget to Stay in Overwater Bungalows
If you are not on tight budget, please select Overwater Bungalows to spend your vacation. It is also known as Overwater Villas around the world. We are more than 100% sure that, you would have amazing moments and best holiday experience. Due to the popularity of this island nation, we strongly suggest you to make reservation well in advance.
Most of island resorts located near Male International Airport may save more money for you! Did you know, how? If these island resorts are located near International Airport within range of 1 km-15 km, you can save money on airport transfer. Most of island resorts located in this range offers speedboat transfer service from the airport. This eventually saves a lot of money for your vacation.
3. Experience Seaplane Ride
As said above, if you are not on tight budget, we strongly suggest you to experience seaplane ride once during your trip. It is one of the best experiences you may ever had.
Most of island resorts which are located far from the Velana International Airport offer world-class airport transfer service. You need to provide your arrival details to the island resorts at least before 72 hours.
4. Follow Local Customs, Traditions and Laws
The Maldives is a beautiful country and nice people. As always, you should follow local traditions, customs, and laws. During Ramadan, you may face little problem arranging special food for you as hotel / resort staff will be out for meeting their families. However, most of things are just little bit and nothing big issue at all.
If you are spending your holiday in the capital Male, please strictly follow laws, local customs and traditions. Do not forget to read special travel tips about this thing. If you are spending your holiday in far island resort, there is no worry to think about it!
So, happy holidays and best wishes from us!
Article first published on January 11, 2020.