Author: Irina
Recently, it has become very fashionable to spend New Year's holidays on the paradise beaches of the tropical islands. One of the most popular tourist destinations is the Maldives. Despite the fact that the population of the islands professes Islam, the attitude to the guests is more than loyal: the animators in the hotels arrange enchanting carnival performances for tourists with characteristic festive heroes.
To the Maldives it is more profitable to fly on your own, having separately booked flights and the hotel:
- on Aviasales - buy plane tickets (direct Aeroflot flight or with a transfer from Turkish Airlines and Emirates)
- on RoomGuru or Booking - choose a hotel
The most romantic tourists can celebrate the New Year 2021 in the Maldives aboard a luxury white yacht. Open sea walks are in great demand at this time of the year. Spend a few days on a chic liner in the middle of the water, drinking sparkling champagne, watching a gentle sunset and holding the hand of a loved one - who can refuse such emotions?
What you need to know for a package holiday in the Maldives?
Prices for New Year's tours to the Maldives consist mainly of the cost of hotel services and rest time. Also, of course, it depends on what you choose - "all inclusive" tour or only "breakfasts".
For example,
- on the island of Addu at the Canareef Resort Maldives (4 stars) to celebrate the New Year and Christmas in the Maldives for two will cost a little more than 200 thousand rubles,
- and in North Male at the Paradise Island Resort & Spa according to the Al system (all inclusive), this pleasure will cost 353 thousand rubles,
- a tour to the hotel Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa - the only one in the Maldives with the UAl system - costs "only" 561 thousand rubles for the same period.
You can see the explanation of terms in this article.
Features of rest in the Maldives. What is the weather in December-January?
On average, in recent years in December-January in Male +30 degrees Celsius. The main feature of the archipelago is its climate - paradise and warm weather all year round, so you can buy a tour to the Maldives from Moscow at any time of the year. But it is in January that the weather on the islands is most stable, so tourists try to spend their New Year holidays here.
Maldives New Year 2021 Tours (Dec-Jan)
Last-minute tours to the Maldives for December or January are a great reason to bask in the rays of the tropical sun, leaving frosty Moscow. The average air temperature in December and January on the islands is +27 degrees, and the water is up to +24 degrees. But in January there is less rainfall and the air is drier than in the rest of the months. The most favorable weather for tourists is from November to March - it is worth booking a tour to the Maldives for two during this period.
The price is indicated for one person when buying a tour for two
When going to the Maldives to celebrate the New Year 2021, you should know that the official language here is Dihevi, but in travel centers you will be communicated in English. The monetary unit of the island state is the lari, and 100 lari is equal to 1 rufiyaa. But the local population willingly accepts dollars and credit cards for payment.
1 Maldivian rufiyaa (MVR) equals 5 rubles (RUB) - as of October 2020
For the cheapest and highest quality products at S.T.O Trade Center, Male
(Photo courtesy of traveler samurai-soul-japan - tripadvisor.com)
What to do for tourists on vacation?
The beaches in the Maldives are amazing. The transparent waters are framed by the smallest snow-white sand, tall palm trees cast a shadow in which both a tourist and an indigenous inhabitant can hide from the scorching sun rays. But you need to remember that topless sunbathing on the beach and at the same time quenching your thirst with alcoholic cocktails is strictly prohibited.
Divers from all over the world come here to relax. Warm climate, clear waters and picturesque water world - favor doing what you love. It's not worth swimming just behind the reefs - there are very strong currents and surf waves.
Read our detailed article on where to go to the sea for New Year 2021 to keep it warm and sunny! 🙂
Surfing has only recently become a popular sport on the islands. You can rent waves at seven official locations in the Maldives. Someday we'll write a detailed article about this. 🙂
A wedding tour to the Maldives in January is every bride's dream. An incredibly romantic and exotic wedding can happen on these paradise islands. No lush white outfits or tight ties - just gentle waves of the Indian Ocean, garlands of flowers and a huge sky dotted with stars.
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Look for last minute tours or discounts 1-2 months before your trip. Sometimes offers appear with a price 30-40% lower than the market average.
Which island is better to choose in the Maldives?
Toddoo Island in the Maldives is one of the largest in the state. Agricultural work is carried out there, vegetables and fruits are grown. Recently, local residents have also organized a tourist business: they have built guest houses, fenced off the beach, offer a variety of excursions and fishing.
Tip # 3 - what you need to know?
It is worth going to the Maldives only with two people or with a company. Unfortunately, one person will be bored there 🙁
Vaadhoo Island is famous for its natural illumination. Its crystalline coastal waters are home to glowing plankton, which show magical light performances to thousands of spectators every year.
On the island of Male there is a luxurious resort of Fihalhohi, and in the evenings you can feed the sharks. The five-star Huvahendhoo will welcome guests on the island of Ari, and there are about 48 guest houses on Maafushi, but the beach is small and too crowded.
In any case, holidays in the Maldives justify their prices and, despite the choice of one or another island, the impressions received from local attractions, excursions and entertainment will remain for a lifetime.
Pros and cons of vacationing in the Maldives
Pros:
- excellent beaches with soft and white sand - in our opinion, these are the best beaches in the world
- wide selection of exotic fruits 🙂
- very few Russian tourists туристов
Minuses:
- small sharks and rays can swim near you, which are not safe
- many islands in the Maldives are quite small (only 1 km long). Entertainment on the islands is mainly limited to beach and water activities.
If you are looking for a quiet quality holiday in a paradise of the planet - this is the place for you. 🙂 Ideal for honeymoon or couples. It is also good to travel with a large family or a friendly company. The flight to the Maldives is quite long, so consider what you will do on board. 😉
Tours to the Maldives for the New Year (for two) should be taken in advance, preferably 2-3 months before departure.
The most popular resorts in the Maldives:
- Male, capital of the Maldives
- Ari Atoll is one of the largest atolls in the Maldives
- North Male Atoll - main tourist destination
- South Male Atoll is also one of the most visited
How many hours to fly from Moscow to Maldives?
It is rather difficult to name a specific figure: it all depends on weather conditions and direction of movement. Direct flight Moscow-Male (most flights fly here) takes from 7.5 to 9 hours. To make a tour to the Maldives in January or December with transfers, of course, will take longer. When traveling through Doha (the capital of Qatar), the flight will take about 11-12 hours, and through Dubai (the capital of the UAE) - 14-15 hours. With two transfers, the journey can even take 18 hours. Therefore, holidays in the Maldives and prices for tours directly depend on the cost of the flight, as well as on the cost of hotels.
Tip # 1
Sometimes it is quite profitable to make transfers in large cities. For example, in 10-12 hours of transfer during the day, you can see the main sights of Dubai.
Where are the islands of the Maldives?
The Maldives is not just one location - it is 1190 islands in the Indian Ocean, united by power into a single democratic state.They were discovered by Italian divers not so long ago, but today they are one of the most popular tourist destinations. The nearest neighbor is Sri Lanka, separated by a distance of 670 km.
