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Ans: Legally, if you're 18 and not a Muslim, you can buy and drink alcohol. However since the Maldives are an Islamic nation, alcohol is effectively banned for the local population. However, nearly all resorts and liveaboard boats are licensed to serve alcohol, usually with a steep markup.

Ans: The Maldivian Rufiyaa is the national currency, however US Dollars are used on most resorts.

Ans: The Maldives is made up of more than 1000 coral islands, 80% of which rise less than 1 metre above sea level. Only 200 Maldivian islands are inhabited, and nearly 100 of these have been developed as luxury tourist resorts.

Ans: Most of the resorts in the Maldives are on private islands. Dress codes tend to be relaxed—tropical resort wear is appropriate. If you do plan to visit a locally inhabited island, it is recommended that you dress modestly to respect the laws of the country.

Ans: November through April is the best month to visit the Maldives considering the heavy monsoon showers have petered out leaving a few occasional spells to come down at any time of the day. The sun is warm, not scorching and the temperature hovers between 27 and 29 degree Celsius. The waters are warm and perfect for a swim. The conditions are also ideal for snorkelling and scuba diving with the oceanic currents flowing in from the northeast making the waters gin-clear to spot rays and shoals of reef fish.