Visiting Maldives like stepping into a new life (5)

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And a heaven in a wild flower;

Hold infinity in the palm of your hand,

And eternity in an hour.”

How to get there:

Mega Maldives Airlines has direct flights from Shanghai to MalŽ International Airport. The flight takes around 8 hours. They also have direct flights from other cities including Beijing and Hangzhou. Srilankan Airlines and Singapore Airlines also have flights from Shanghai to MalŽ International Airport with a stop.

Visitors do not need a prior visa Ñ Maldives issues a visa on arrival for 30 days. You just need to present valid, two-way flight tickets and a hotel reservation.

Tips:

Marine or environment conservation programs are recommended for tourists.

Avoid touching any marine life and this includes coral Ñ a light touch from a human may kill the fragile coral; do not remove seashells.

Maldives is a Muslim country. On the resort islands, though you donÕt need to abstain from alcohol and ladies donÕt need to cover up like in some countries, wearing a long skirt or long trousers is highly recommended for women in restaurants or while shopping.

The best season is from December to April. During May to November, it is the rainy season, and prices for hotels are relatively low during that period.

Consult a professional guide before you engage in any water actives such as snorkeling or diving.

Bringing medicine for any jellyfish sting is recommended.

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