MALDIVES

 

  

  

 

Overview

 

Simply paradise! That's what you get to think we you see pictures from the Maldives. This archipelago in the Indian Ocean is one of the finest beach destinations in the world. Every one of the 1,200 islands offers the picturesque postcard view of super-soft, white sandy beaches between lush coconut palm groves and a colourful coral lagoon... the absolute perfect surroundings to kick off your shoes, drown your laptop and leave your worries far behind you. And when the sun has set over the Indian Ocean, there is time to savour the exquisite local cuisine with a never-ending variety of seafood and unwind in your romantic room or over-water villa. And for the more active traveller, there is of course a wide range of water sports. And what's more, the Maldives are just a 4h hop from Bangkok.

 

A bit of History

 

The Maldives has long been a sultanate, later under Dutch and British protection. It became a republic in 1968, three years after the country reached full independence. Since 1978, President Maumoon Abdul Gayoom has dominated the islands' political scene. He been in office for 6 consecutive terms. Following street riots in the capital Male in 2004, the president pledged to embrace democratic reforms, including the establishment of a more representative political system and the expansion of political liberties. Unsurprisingly, progress has been slow and many reforms that have been promised have been delayed indefinitely. Today, tourism and fishing are the main money-makers for the Maldives.

 

  

 

The Highlights

 

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Relax and daydream at the fantastic sandy beaches

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Go snorkeling or diving and be amazed by the colourful underwater world

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Visit the capital city Male with its bustling harbour

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Visit other islands by boat or helicopter

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Enjoy a romantic dinner at the beach while the sun sets into the Indian Ocean

 

Country Profile

 
   

 

 

Country Name

Maldives
 

Capital City

Male
 

Major Gateways

Male (MLE)
 

Population

300,000
 

Languages

Divehi
 

Main Religions

Muslim
 

Currency

Rufiyaa (MVR)
 

Time Difference with Thailand

-2h
 

Calling Code

+960
 

Best Time to Visit

September - May

 

Visa Requirement for Thai Citizens

Visa on arrival

 

Travel Time from Bangkok

5h (nonstop)

 

More info

www.visitmaldives.com

 

Map

Click here

 

 

National Flag

 

   

Destination Video

 

Check out this destination video on YouTube. It will give you an idea of what to expect on the Maldives. Click here

 

 

 

 

 
 

 

    

 

 


 

 

 

 

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