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When you are walking along the pristine, bone-white beaches of the Maldives, it is tempting to pick up a beautiful seashell as a free souvenir. However, before you tuck that treasure into your luggage, you need to understand the local laws. The short answer is yes: it is strictly illegal to take shells, sand, or coral from the Maldives. Why the Maldives Bans Shell Collection The...
The Maldives is one of the premier destinations on Earth for shark encounters. Whether you are looking for the massive whale shark or the elusive hammerhead, timing your trip is essential for the best experience. While you can see sharks year-round in the Maldives, the best time generally falls between December and April (the dry season) for water clarity, or August to November for specific...
The Maldives, a breathtaking archipelago of nearly 1,200 coral islands, is often cited as the "poster child" for climate change. Given that 80% of its land sits less than one meter above sea level, the question of how many islands have already been lost is a major concern for travelers and environmentalists alike. The Short Answer: Have Any Maldives Islands Disappeared? Surprisingly,...
If you’re planning a trip to the stunning island of Fuvahmulah in the Maldives, you’re likely looking forward to its world-class shark diving and unique "one-island-atoll" geography. However, because Fuvahmulah is a local inhabited island and not a private resort, there are specific laws regarding alcohol that every traveler should know before they arrive. The...
When travelers and scientists ask about the "lifespan" of the Maldives, they aren't usually referring to the age of the islands, but rather how much time remains before this low-lying paradise is reclaimed by the sea. As the lowest country on Earth—with an average elevation of just 1.5 meters above sea level—the Maldives is at the epicenter of the climate change debate. Here...