Unwind in Wonderful Places with Cheap Holidays to Maldives

An island nation located in South Asia, Maldives is made up of more than a thousand islands grouped in 26 ring-shaped coral reefs, called atolls. It is the smallest Asian country by land area but has some of the world's best white-sand beaches. They are a reason why the island country is visited by millions of tourists annually. Another interesting fact is that almost every resort in this country is located on its own private island and there are hundreds of such resorts to choose from. Most of these are luxury resorts have modern amenities provided in them.

You can enjoy cheap Maldives holidays if you plan your tour for the low season, which begins in the month of May and lasts until October. During this time of the year, the hotels and resorts in the country would be willing to offer discounted room rates for accommodations. There'll be fewer crowds of tourists at the resorts as well as beaches. However, you'll have to be prepared for heavy rainfall that occurs for brief periods. The best time to visit this island country in terms of weather is from the month of November until April. In this season, Maldives enjoys a warm and pleasant climate that offers an ideal atmosphere to enjoy sunbathing on the white-sand beaches and other outdoor activities.

While holidaying in this island destination, you'll get to witness some amazing sights that would please your senses. You can begin from Male, the capital of Maldives. You can find some interesting cultural attractions while getting around in the city, such as the Friday Mosque constructed in the 17th century. Another fascinating place worth visiting is Hulhumale Island, which is home to the Velana International Airport and a gorgeous artificial beach. Maafushi is an excellent place to explore some gorgeous white-sand beaches set against the backdrop of lush green palms and touched by crystal-clear waters of the Indian Ocean.

During your time spent in Maldives, you'll also get the opportunity to enjoy some thrilling outdoor activities. One of them is windsurfing, which can be best enjoyed if you book your stay in a resort that has great facilities for this water sport. Another exciting activity you'd like to try is catamaran sailing, as it allows you to witness some beautiful islands while moving through the charming blue waters of the Indian Ocean. Even if you're a non-swimmer, you can find a mesmerising world underwater with snorkelling.

While holidaying in this island country, you'll also get to taste some delicious treats from the Maldivian cuisine. One of the traditional dishes is Garudhiya, a fish soup prepared using fish and several other ingredients. Another delectable dish commonly eaten in this country is Mas Huni, which is made with shredded and smoked Tuna. It is usually eaten with a flatbread called 'Roshi'. Masroshi is another mouth-watering delicacy, made using a flatbread stuffed with smoked tuna and coconut with the addition of spices and curry leaves. Bis Keemiya is also a must-try dish, which looks like a spring roll and is filled with tuna or hardboiled egg along with sliced onions and shredded cabbage.

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