Maldives has been branded as a luxury destination for so long (and it is a luxury) that people around the globe is not aware of the options available for budget travellers or backpackers. This rare opportunities is not on market until recently that the tourism regulations revised to allow guest houses in islands where local citizens live. Since then hundreds of guest houses/ hotels has been built in various islands, and are supplemented with dozens of modern conveniences for the comfort of visitors. If you are among one of them who bucket-listed Maldives for a dream holiday here are few things you should know What you should have? Maldives offer 30 day free on arrival tourist visa You should have a valid passport with at least 6 month validity should have a valid ticket to fly out of Maldives Have enough funds to cover expanses during the stay in Maldives Have a booking conformation from the hotel/ guest house of your choice When to visit? Maldives is a year-