What are the things to note when traveling to the Maldives?

1) There are many activities on the Maldives beaches, so you need to bring: swimsuit, sunglasses, sun hat, sunscreen, and film. Since there are many coral rocks in the sea, please prepare swimming sandals to prevent leg injuries. Diving equipment such as masks, straws, and fins can be brought with you or rented at the hotel.

2) Please bring mosquito repellent, sesame oil, etc. For an evening walk.

3) Please bring your own toothpaste, toothbrush and slippers when checking into the hotel. Since the drinks and food in the hotel room are paid by the guests themselves,

4) The telephone and some TV channels in the hotel are chargeable. Please ask clearly before using them to avoid misunderstandings during checkout.

5) The hotel room can make international direct dial calls (about 5 US dollars per minute); if you call back to China: 9-0086-area code, the fee will be paid at the hotel front desk. Guests roaming on China Mobile International can use mobile phones, and those using the Internet in Hong Kong can use it.

6) It is a custom in the Maldives to tip. Porter luggage tip: USD 1 per bag per trip; Bedside tip: USD 1 per room per day; Table tip: USD 1 per person per day.

7) Do not catch all kinds of fish in the sea with your hands, because some fish are very toxic and can endanger your life.

8) More spices will be used in local meals. If you are not used to it, please bring your own snacks.

9) There are no safety guards for swimming in the Maldives. Please swim in designated areas and do not go alone.

10) Don’t panic if you encounter sharks while swimming, they usually won’t hurt you. Stickers

11) It is strictly prohibited to fish, pick or trample corals, and pick up shellfish on the island without permission. Violators will be fined up to US$5,000;

12) Cooking in hotel rooms is strictly prohibited. Violators are subject to a maximum fine of US$5,000; entry rules: Passengers are allowed to carry 200 cigarettes, and personal items are not subject to tax. Arms, weapons, pornographic publications, drugs and alcohol are strictly prohibited. When you return to Hong Kong, each person is only allowed to bring 100 cigarettes. Visa: You can enter the Maldives with a visa on arrival. No third country visa is required to visit the Maldives. Show your passport and boarding pass to Male Airport and you can leave the airport smoothly. Currency: The currency of the Maldives is the Rufiya (RF), also known as the Maldivian rupee. RF can be exchanged for about 1 Hong Kong dollar; 1 US dollar can be exchanged for 10-11 RF (depending on the exchange rate). Most hotels accept U.S. dollars, and most resort islands accept popular credit cards. The capital Male has both. Visitors are advised to carry some small denominations of U.S. dollars with them for pocket change. According to local custom, a tip of US$1 per person is required when cleaning the room and when eating.

13) Departing from the Maldives, adults and children pay USD 10. But note, you don’t have to pay now. Passengers can bring up to 200 cigarettes without having to pay tax on their personal belongings. Arms, weapons, pornographic publications, drugs and alcohol are strictly prohibited. When you return to Hong Kong, each person is only allowed to bring 100 cigarettes.