{"id":87007,"date":"2011-02-21T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2011-02-21T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/travelstartblg.wpenginepowered.com\/15-minutes-in-the-maldives\/"},"modified":"2025-11-04T13:49:43","modified_gmt":"2025-11-04T13:49:43","slug":"15-minutes-in-the-maldives","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/15-minutes-in-the-maldives\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Minutes In The Maldives"},"content":{"rendered":"

15 Minutes is a new feature on the Travelstart Street. Here at Travelstart we\u2019re lucky enough to have a great deal of travel resources at our disposal. Being in the travel business means we have lots of globe-trotting Travelstarters whose brains we get to pick when they come home. In this debut insert we spend 15 minutes with Travelstart\u2019s Country Manager Leeanne Melton<\/strong><\/a> and hear about her recent travels to the Maldives<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Where did you stay in the Maldives?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

We spent 15 nights in the Maldives. 11 nights were spent at the 4-Star <\/em>Kuramathi Island Resort<\/em><\/a> and 4 nights at the 5-Star <\/em>Coco Palm Resort<\/em><\/a>. Each was fantastic in their own special way. Kuramathi is accessed by seaplane and Coco Palm by speedboat. Both transfer experiences were memorable and enjoyable. <\/em><\/p>\n

Where are the Maldives located?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Maldives is an archipelago in the Indian Ocean somewhere South-West of India and Sri Lanka. All you need to know is that it\u2019s a flawless island beach destination. <\/em><\/p>\n

Is the Maldives safe for tourists?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

My personal experience of the Maldives is that it\u2019s extremely safe for tourists. <\/em><\/p>\n

Apart from sun, sea and sand\u2026 what else can you recommend to our readers in the Maldives?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The island hopping tours are a must and really give you some insight into how Maldives people<\/strong> live. The day excursions take you to deserted islands that will leave you with the strange yet satisfying sensation that you are the only person on Earth. If you\u2019re a water baby then the Snorkeling & Diving on offer in the Maldives is incomparable. PADI certifications are offered by most resorts in The Maldives<\/strong> so don\u2019t stress if you leave home uncertified. Big game fishing is a popular activity in the Maldives and won\u2019t disappoint even the hardiest fisherman. <\/em><\/p>\n

How is global warming affecting the Maldives? Is it true the Maldive islands are sinking?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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The Maldive islands<\/strong> won\u2019t be sinking anytime soon! Technology is being used to protect the islands and to actually make islands. Although the threat of global warming is not immediate in the Maldives, it does have officials concerned and I\u2019m sure they\u2019re doing all they can to secure the long term future of the islands. <\/em><\/p>\n

Who did you fly with from South Africa to the Maldives?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

We flew from Johannesburg to the Maldives<\/a> on Qatar Airways<\/a> and it was fantastic. Our route took us via Doha where we experienced the brilliant Qatar business class lounge. <\/em><\/p>\n

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How was the shopping? <\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Don\u2019t travel to the Maldives if shopping till you drop is your thing. It doesn\u2019t register on the shopping destination radar. You can browse the markets and find local crafts and beadwork but you won\u2019t find any big labels or brands. <\/em><\/p>\n

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How was the Maldives food? Were there any memorable restaurants?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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We went with an all-inclusive Maldives holiday package and so we ate at one of the many hotel restaurants every night. You really are spoiled for choice and Kuramathi Resort had 8 restaurants! You\u2019ll find that most hotels in the Maldives do themed nights so instead of only experiencing local cuisine you\u2019ll also be treated to culinary delights from across the globe. The food is prepared by executive chefs so you\u2019re definitely getting the finest quality meals. The \u2018Island Barbeque\u2019 was a firm favourite at Kuramathi. <\/em><\/p>\n

Anything our readers will want to avoid when visiting the Maldives?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Just follow the rules and no matter where you are have respect for the sea. Be careful of the sensitive coral reefs and take care not to damage them. The eco centre at Kuramathi is an excellent place to learn about the marine life in the Maldives. <\/em><\/p>\n

How were the locals?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Maldivians<\/strong> are friendly and helpful. We didn\u2019t have any bad experiences with the locals in the Maldives; however, I always say practice the same caution abroad as you would at home. For example, if there\u2019s a safe for your valuables in your hotel room then use it. <\/em><\/p>\n

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How was public transport on the islands?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Public transport in the Maldives is mostly in the form of seaplanes, speedboats and water taxis. The great thing about the Maldive islands<\/strong> is that once you\u2019ve arrived on one of them you can easily get around on foot.<\/em><\/p>\n

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Did you need a Visa to travel to the Maldives?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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You don\u2019t need a visa if you\u2019re travelling to The Maldives on a South African passport. You simply get a stamp in your passport on arrival at no cost. <\/em><\/p>\n

How was the Maldives weather? What\u2019s the best time of year to visit the Maldives?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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We went to the Maldives in November so we experienced perfect weather. The Maldives weather <\/strong>is great year round, however, if you really want your trip to be rain free then avoid the monsoon season. <\/em><\/p>\n

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The best time to visit the Maldives<\/strong> is from December to April. <\/em><\/p>\n

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Thanks for your time Leeanne. It was great hearing about your Maldives trip. Do you have any parting Maldives travel tips for our readers? <\/strong><\/p>\n

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If you\u2019re keen on visiting the Maldives then I highly recommend opting for an all-inclusive holiday package with a Maldives resort<\/strong>. This helps you budget properly because they normally include all meals, selected drinks, minibar, free snorkeling equipment, sunset cruises and transfers.<\/em><\/p>\n

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Find cheap tickets to the Maldives<\/a> now. Prefer the help of a travel agent to help you book your Maldives trip<\/strong>? Contact Travelbar on 0861 878 278<\/strong> (Ext.5) now for custom holiday packages to the Maldives<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Pictures Courtesy: Leeanne Melton and Greg Greyvenstein<\/p>\n

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