Maldives Travel News
With the coronavirus pandemic behind them, My Maldives are welcoming visitors again. But what does this mean for the island nation’s dreamy beaches, overwater bungalows, and wellness retreats? Read on to find out.
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Coronavirus Update: The Maldives Reopens Its Borders
As of February 16, Covid-19 cases have been steadily decreasing in the Maldives, and the country has reopened its borders. However, you’ll still need to be vaccinated against the virus before travelling to the islands.
The only restriction remains in the capital city, Male, where curfew hours have been lifted and a medical hub has been set up to test travellers on arrival. Those staying in local islands outside of the capital will not face any restrictions (as long as you’re vaccinated and don’t spend more than 48 hours in Greater Male). Split stays are also permitted, but your hotel must be approved beforehand.
India travelers are a huge source of tourists for the Maldives, making up more than one in 10 arrivals. But a diplomatic row over social media posts by the prime minister of the Maldives has caused some travel bookings to plummet. Some tour companies are cancelling trips to the Maldives, scrubbing their websites of photos of the destination, and recommending that customers visit the Indian archipelago of Lakshadweep instead.
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