confused20s

Hi Fodorites,
Maldives is probably not usually associated with "affordable" or "budget". I used to have the same thoughts, but have changed my mind after spending one week visiting the country independently last month. I never planned to visit, as there are so many other places that I haven't been to. But I live in Asia and cheap airfares from somewhere in Asia to Maldives are not hard to come by. I scored a deal one day and just like that the trip happened.

I haven't been to that many beautiful beaches around the world, but Maldives is by and large the most stunning. The best part is you don't need to have a big budget to have an enjoyable experience, like the media always portrays the country. I'm still in the process of writing about my experience, but I want to share with you what I have finished, advice and tips on how to visit independently and of course loads of photos. Here it is:

http://goo.gl/8garqc

I hope it's helpful for those who are about to visit Maldives. I'm positively certain you will enjoy yourself in this beautiful Indian Ocean nation

MikeNatalieWorldwide

Great pictures and video! Thanks for the wonderful information about the Maldives as one day we would like to visit.

Mike
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Guenmai

Thanks. I've bookmarked it.

Happy Travels!

confused20s

@Mike, @Guenmai: thank you for your kind words!

geetlily

Its affordable ? I have given up after checking the prices of villa. Way too expensive. Probably you could help with your experience ?

jacketwatch

Thank you. I bookmarked it as well.