Maldives Travel Journal
A guesthouse on Maafushi runs $90–130 a night against $350+ at a resort. The saving is real, and so is what you trade for it: no alcohol on the island, swimwear on one designated beach, and no house reef at your door.
All-inclusive covers the buffet and the house pour. It doesn’t cover the à la carte restaurant, the dive centre, the excursions, or the 10% service charge Maldivian law requires on all of them. BB, HB, FB and AI decoded.
Seaplane or speedboat? We break down the cost, experience, timing, and flexibility of both Maldives transfer options so you can choose the right one for your trip.
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Dolphin cruises are a popular Maldives experience, but sightings are never guaranteed. Learn the best way to choose an ethical excursion and what to expect on the water.
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A practical Maldives fishing guide covering traditional hand-line trips, sport fishing, responsible booking, local restrictions and what travellers should ask before an excursion.
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