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Maldives General Info

Are the Maldives Safe? Safety Tips for Your Trip to The Maldives

January 2, 2025November 17, 2023 by Cristina
Breakfast in pool at Baglioni resort Maldives

Before going to your tropical dream holiday, are you asking yourself “Are the Maldives safe?”. Find out here what you need to know about safety in the Maldives.

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Is the Maldives Boring? A Clear Answer to Your Question

January 2, 2025November 10, 2023 by Cristina
Amazing blue water in the Maldives, the source of drinking water for all locals

Is the Maldives boring? A valid question, especially if you’re the active type, but you’ll have to read more and find out if it will be boring for you!

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Mosquitoes in the Maldives – The good, the bad and the itchy

January 2, 2025September 1, 2023 by Cristina
Beautiful afternoon on a resort island - a must do if you're spending 10 days in the Maldives

Getting ready for a paradise vacation? Be sure to check out this ultimate guide to mosquitoes in the Maldives before you decide where to go and what to pack!

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Alcohol in the Maldives: customs, rules, and availability of alcohol in the Maldives

January 2, 2025July 7, 2023 by Cristina
Coconut drinks are a great alternative to alcohol in the Maldives, as the coconut tree is the national tree of the Maldives.

Planning your trip to Paradise and you don’t know if you’re allowed to have alcohol in the Maldives? Check out this post to find out everything you need!

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Best Time of Year to Visit the Maldives: A Comprehensive Guide

January 9, 2025June 23, 2023 by Cristina
Sea plane view in the Maldives - one of the ways to travel between islands in the Maldives

Discover the paradise on Earth with your ultimate guide to the best time to visit the Maldives! Find out when to go and what to expect each month in the Maldives.

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Things to know before traveling to the Maldives – 24 things you need to know

January 9, 2025March 17, 2023 by Cristina
Cheap water villas with private pools in the Maldives

Headed to the Maldives? Then you must read these things to know before traveling to the Maldives so you can plan your trip better and enjoy your trip more!

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How to travel between islands in the Maldives – 5 ways to get around

January 2, 2025March 10, 2023 by Cristina
Sea plane view in the Maldives - one of the ways to travel between islands in the Maldives

Thinking of island hoppingwhen going to the Maldives? Learn here how to travel between islands in the Maldives so you can plan your trip better!

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Mistakes to avoid in the Maldives – 24 do’s and don’ts when traveling to the Maldives

January 2, 2025February 24, 2023 by Cristina
A watervilla in the Maldives on a resort island - here, you don't need to ask yourself "Is the Maldives safe?"

Planning a trip to the Maldives and you don’t know what you should and shouldn’t do? Read these mistakes to avoid in the Maldives and learn the do’s and don’ts.

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How to save money in the Maldives – 23 tips to help you spend less

January 2, 2025February 17, 2023 by Cristina
Cheap water villas with private pools in the Maldives

Are you looking for ideas on how to cut costs while traveling to the Maldives? Here are the top tips on how to save money in the Maldives so you can relax more!

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Tipping in the Maldives – Tipping culture and correct etiquette to follow

January 2, 2025February 9, 2023 by Cristina
Cheap water villas with private pools in the Maldives

Tipping in the Maldives is one thing you need to know before leaving to the gorgeous islands. Read here about the tipping etiquette and culture in the Maldives.

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Cristina

I have DIY-ed my trips since I started traveling 8 years ago and would like to help you do the same. From spending time on 3 islands in the Maldives to falling in the middle of a temple in Japan and snorkeling in freezing water in Iceland, I have done it all. And you can do it too!

Read more here!
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