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Maldives is a year round destination. To spectacle the picturesque beauty of Maldives, travelers throng to this adobe of nature frequently. If you are soon planning to fly off to Maldives to enjoy perfect family vacations, then go through our Maldives travel trips.
Maldives Currency:
The official currency in Maldives is Maldivian rufiyaa. One rufiyaa is equal to 100 laaris. Banknotes are issued in denominations of MVR500, 100, 50, 20, 10 and 5, while coins come in MVR1 and 2, and 50, 25, 10, 5, 2 and 1 laaris.
Credit Cards:
In Maldives Credit cards are widely accepted as a form of payment. All the major credit cards are widely used in hotels, restaurants, tourist shops. Even foreign currency like Euros and Sterling are accepted in Maldives.
Maldives Currency Exchange:
Travelers don’t need to worry about the currency they are carrying with them. In Maldives currency exchange is a quick and a hassle-free process. Cash and cheques can be exchanged in hotels and hotels at best rates.
Maldives Tourist Information Offices:
The Maldives Tourism Promotion Board is the body that caters to the needs of tourists. Its main office is located in the island capital of Malé.
Address: 3rd Floor H. Aage, 12, Boduthakurufaanu Magu
Malé, Republic of Maldives
Visa and Passports:
Tourists with a valid passport valid for at least six months are granted a stay of up to 30 days in Maldives.
Maldives Language:
The official language spoken in Maldives is Dhivehi. Even English is widely spoken. French, German, Italian and Japanese travelers can easily find efficient guide in the tourist area.
Maldives Customs and Traditions:
Maldives people are warm and loving. A handshake is the most common form of greeting when meeting a local. It is accompanied by the Arabic expression ‘Assalaam Alaikum’.
Maldives have a strict approach towards the tourists who try to harm the natural environment of the country. No one is permitted to take coral, tortoise shell or other marine species out of the country.
Tourists are not allowed to bring alcoholic drink into the country or even purchase it prior to the arrival.
These handy Maldives travel tips will help you plan an unforgettable Maldives vacation.
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