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I want to go to Maldives to ask some questions. I'm going to Moon Island.

1. The current currency of Maldives is Rouffiat, and 1 USD is about 12 Rouffiat. Dollars can be used directly in the market. You don't need to bring a lot of cash to travel to Maldives. International credit cards such as VISA and MASTER can be used in Maldives resorts. You can bring a small amount of dollars to tip the local service staff. Renminbi is not in local circulation.

Banking hours: Sunday to Thursday 07: 00- 14: 30.

2. The voltage in Maldives is 220v, 50hz, which is the same as that in China. However, the socket form is British standard, which is a three-pin socket. You need to bring a power converter.

Third, the Maldives has strong sunshine. The temperature is around 30℃ all the year round, rarely below 25℃. Every day, you have to interact with sunshine, sea water and beach, so you must apply sunscreen. And prepare light clothes, slippers, sunglasses and hats.

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1. Maldives is a country that believes in Islam. Men and women are not close, so don't greet or hold hands with local women easily.

2. Maldivian natives cannot be invited to drink alcoholic drinks.

Swimsuit is absolutely necessary, but eating is forbidden in the restaurant. Fishing or swimming requires a flashlight and work gloves. Because the sea is full of corals, it is best to wear work gloves and white cloth shoes when swimming to avoid scratching your hands and feet. Loose light cotton casual wear, wide-brimmed straw hat, sunglasses and advanced sunscreen are essential things.

Don't make noise on the island, don't throw rubbish everywhere, and ensure the beautiful and quiet natural environment.

5. It is strictly forbidden to fish, pick or trample corals on the island without permission; Cooking in hotel rooms is strictly prohibited. Offenders can be fined up to $5,000.

6. Tip: Do not leave a tip at the bedside every day (1 USD/day). You'd better tip the bellman ($65,438+0) when you check in and leave. It is not easy to tip for activities such as fishing at sea (sometimes there are too many crew members on board), depending on the service and environment at that time. Please tip the waiter $ 1/ person/meal when eating.

7. Language: English is the common language. Few resorts provide Chinese services. Chinese service is not provided during the tour in Male. Please prepare your language before you go.

8. The state religion of Maldives is Islam, and there are many religious customs, such as banning alcohol and pork, and praying five times a day. Please respect local customs when traveling abroad.

9. You can't swim naked, although this is a paradise for swimming and diving. Because Maldives is an Islamic country, there are sometimes some dress requirements. For example, men can't wear shorts when entering a mosque, and women can't wear knee-length skirts and short-sleeved tops with bare arms.

V airports and customs

1. You don't need a visa in advance to enter Maldives. You only need a valid passport for half a year. Please fill in the Maldives entry and exit card on the plane. You can get a visa on arrival for 30 days.

2. It is illegal to bring alcoholic beverages, pork products or other Islamic taboos into Maldives. At the same time, it is not allowed to take seawater, wrecked ships, shells (non-marketable commodities) or corals out of Maldives. It is also illegal to buy things made of turtles. Arms, weapons, pornographic publications, drugs and alcohol are strictly prohibited from entering the country.

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During the trip, tourists are responsible for properly keeping their belongings, luggage, tickets and other valuables in the parking space of the station wagon or in the hotel. If it is lost, stolen or robbed, it should be reported to the local police station in time, and claims should be made according to the safety compensation clauses concluded with the corresponding institutions (such as airlines, hotels, insurance companies, etc.). ) and the laws of the host country. Our company will actively assist tourists to go through the relevant formalities, but there is no additional liability for compensation.

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Free checked baggage with a weight limit of 20 kg. You have to pay for your overweight luggage. If you need to carry a knife, nail clippers or liquid, paste and other items (such as cream and toothpaste), please put them in the checked baggage. Please indicate my Chinese and English name, address and contact information. Check the luggage in order to get it back after it is lost. Carry-on baggage is limited to one piece, and the size is not more than 56cm×23cm×36cm.

In addition to personal belongings, passengers can also carry 200 cigarettes without paying taxes. Arms, weapons, pornographic publications, drugs and alcohol are strictly prohibited from entering the country. Each person is only allowed to bring 100 cigarettes when returning to Hong Kong.

Six, during the journey:

1. Please do what you can when you take part in diving (deep diving or snorkeling), surfing, swimming and other activities. Safety comes first. Diving and other activities are high-risk activities and are not covered by travel accident insurance. Please check with the insured insurance company before you leave.

Maldives is a tropical country, and people pay great attention to hygiene. It's safe to travel there, but it's best to consult your doctor about preventive measures, such as vaccination, before going. In resorts in Maldives, only very limited first aid is provided; In Male, the capital, seeing a doctor is very expensive and the efficiency of the hospital is very low. So, please take some common medicines before you go.

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When an accident happens abroad, don't rush to solve it yourself. Please take your own safety as the primary consideration, contact the insured accident insurance company for relevant assistance in time, and inform the tour leader or tour guide. If you need to be admitted to the hospital, please keep the inspection results and related documents. If the local police are involved, please ask for and keep the relevant accident certificate.

Be careful to bask in the sun under the coconut tree. Visitors should wear slippers or water skiing shoes at the seaside to avoid being stabbed by coral fragments.

You need to be careful to be the target of pickpockets or bag snatchers, who often live in the bustling area of Male. Visitors who do not participate in the half-day tour of Male can choose to arrive at Male Airport directly from the hotel.

Hotel: 1. If you need to take a seaplane to the island the next day, please try to choose a hotel with a transfer at an airport above 3 stars in Male, so as to avoid the safety of staying in a cheap hotel. Please ask our leisure consultant in detail before booking.

2. The tap water in the hotel can't be drunk directly. Buying pure water is generally $3/bottle. Bring your own drinks into the restaurant.

Snorkeling equipment can be bought on Taobao and brought by yourself! Convenient and cost-effective