Island Drifting Diary

Before Departure ✅Visa: The Maldives offers a 30-day free visa on arrival for Chinese tourists. Remember to ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months, is undamaged, and has enough blank pages for visas. ✅Essentials: Be sure to bring high-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, a sun hat, swimwear, snorkeling gear, and a waterproof camera. ✅Flights and Hotels: Book your flights in advance. As for hotels, the Maldives has many island resorts, each with its own unique characteristics. You can choose according to your preferences. ✅Currency: The local currency is the Rufiyaa (MVR), but US dollars are also widely accepted. It is recommended to prepare some small-denomination US dollars for tips and other small expenses. 📸[Photo Tips] ✨Popular Photo Spots: 1️⃣ Transparent glass floor in overwater bungalows 2️⃣ Sunset silhouettes on trailing beaches 3️⃣ Swings on deserted islands 4️⃣ Underwater camera shots of schools of fish 👗Outfit Suggestions: White/bright long dress + straw hat + shell necklace 💡[Hidden Benefits] 1️⃣ Student Verification: China Southern Airlines/China Eastern Airlines student tickets offer a CNY 200 discount. 2️⃣ Credit Card Benefits: Shanghai Pudong Development Bank American Express gives 2 free DragonPass cards. China Merchants Bank offers delay insurance with a maximum compensation of CNY 3,000. 3️⃣ Mileage Redemption: 15,000 Air China miles = Beijing ⇌ Seoul