First off, Maldives is a perfectly safe place to travel to and offers unforgettable holidays; some of these tips are related to the country’s culture and are things to keep in mind for a rewarding stay.
Bring Effective Sunscreen
Chances are, you will be spending lots of time outdoors, soaking up the sun and enjoying water sports at resorts like Niyama Private Islands Maldives; remember the sun can be quite strong too so bring plenty of SPF 30 or higher sunscreen that not only protects against UVA and UVB rays but is reef-safe too.
Be Mindful of Banned Items
Since this is an Islamic nation, it has banned certain items. This includes any pork products and alcohol; in fact, alcohol can’t be sold or consumed on local islands. The good news is that this ban doesn’t apply when at a private island resort in Maldives where your favourite alcoholic beverages will be served!
Pack Suitable Attire
For this tropical country, light cotton or linen clothing works best along with flipflops and sandals. You can wear your favourite bikini or skin-tight swimsuit at private resorts, but not on local islands unless it’s a designated “bikini beach”; at such islands, you should wear attire that covers bare shoulders and legs.
Buy Ethical Souvenirs
Keep in mind that items made from turtle shells or corals are banned; thus, if you are somehow offered such products do not buy them or risk the chance of facing strict penalties. There are plenty of ethically sourced souvenirs to choose from be it those made from coconut leaves or exquisite lacquerware.
