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  • MALDIVES APPROVED LOCAL ISLAND GUESTHOUSES & HOTELS

    8 Dec 2020
    Guesthouses, Local Islands, safe travel
    Under the Tourism Ministry guidelines, all tourist accommodation facilities which includes resorts, guesthouses and vessels must secure approval from the Ministry of Tourism before resuming operations. The following details all local island guesthouses and hotels that have received approval from the Ministry of Tourism and have processes and plans in place to operate within the
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  • Maldives Guesthouses Re-Open – What You Need to Know when Planning Travel to Local Islands

    30 Sep 2020
    Guesthouses, Local Islands, safe travel
    Maldives guesthouses located outside of the capital area of Greater Male re-opened on the 15th October, 2020, over 6 months after tourists were last exploring local Maldives islands. Guesthouses and hotels within the Greater Male area will re-open for long stay guests from 14 December, 2020. As with resorts, it is likely that not all
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  • Maldives Guesthouses set to open from October 15, 2020 – What do you need to know?

    3 Sep 2020
    Guesthouses, Local Islands, safe travel
    It was announced on September 01, 2020 that Maldives guesthouses can re-open from October 15, 2020 allowing tourists to book Maldives holiday packages and tours on local islands. As we have seen with resort openings it is unlikely that all guesthouses will re-open on this date and in order to do so there are a
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  • Volunteer and Experience the Real Maldives

    16 Aug 2016
    Hulhumale, Local Islands, Maldives, Male, Save the Beach, Travel Teacher
    We are delighted to share that Secret Paradise Maldives has partnered UK based Travel Teacher in order to support a volunteer education program within Male the capital city of the Maldives. Secret Paradise will be providing Travel Teacher volunteers with an insight into the culture and tradition of the Maldives as well as providing access
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  • Dive Local in the Maldives

    15 May 2016
    Budget Holidays, Diving, Local Islands, Maldives, Marinelife
    When it comes to diving, the Maldives is in a class of its own, but the best dive spots do not have to cost a fortune. Secret Paradise has teamed up with local guesthouses and PADI dive centres to offer great diving at affordable prices.Staying at guesthouses on local islands allows you to dive the same sites
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  • Help support Maldives local conservation projects

    11 Jan 2016
    Excursions, Hulhumale, Local Islands, Maldives, Male, Snorkelling, Things to do
    Secret Paradise Maldives has joined forces with NGO Save the Beach to promote local conservation projects and responsible tourism. We are delighted to share that Secret Paradise Maldives has partnered Villingili based NGO Save the Beach in order to support local conservation projects within the capital area of the Maldives. Secret Paradise have added two daily
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  • 10 things to do in the Maldives on a Backpacker Budget

    2 Sep 2015
    backpacker, Budget Holidays, Hulhumale, Local Islands, Maldives, Male, Top Tips
    For a long time the Maldives has not been considered a destination suitable for back packers, yet alone affordable. But with the introduction of local island guesthouses and budget airlines flying from Asia, the Maldives is beginning to find itself on the backpacker map. So how do you enjoy the Maldives without breaking the bank?
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  • 5 Top Tips for a Rainy Day in Male

    16 Aug 2015
    Budget Holidays, Hulhumale, Local Islands, Male, Top Tips, Weather
    Should you be unlucky enough to get caught in the capital area of the Maldives on a rainy day all is not lost! You may not be able to take advantage of many of the excursions and activities on offer or relax on a white sandy beach but our top five tips will ensure you
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  • 10 Guidelines for visiting Maldives Local Islands

    20 Jul 2015
    Budget Holidays, Culture and Customs, Dhiffushi, Dhigurah, Fuvahmulah, Gan, Hulhumale, Local Islands, Maafushi, Maldives, Male
    Part of the enjoyment of travel is experiencing local culture. Learning how others live. Understanding through history and religion how a country was established. Tasting new cuisines. Observing daily life. Meeting new people. Sharing stories and developing new friendships. In the excitement of visiting a new country or booking your dream Maldives holiday at a
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  • Visiting the Maldives during Ramadan

    23 Jun 2015
    Local Islands, Maldives, Ramadan
    Ramadan falls in the 9th month of the Islamic calendar which in 2021 begins on the 13th April. Muslims all over the world abstain from food, drink, smoking and other physical needs during daylight hours. It is not just a time to purify the soul and refocus attention on God. It is a time of
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