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Yes, the new international terminal at Velana International Airport (MLE) is now handling major carrier flights, significantly improving the arrival experience compared to the old cramped facility. As of late 2025, capacity has increased to 7 million passengers annually, meaning shorter queues for immigration and faster baggage delivery for flights arriving from Frankfurt, London, and Paris.

The new facility includes modern aerobridges, addressing the old issue of walking across the tarmac in the tropical heat or rain. However, the seaplane terminal remains a separate building, so you will still need to take a shuttle bus if you are connecting to a resort transfer.

Yes, Beond continues to operate its all-business class service from Munich and Zurich directly to Malé. Their Airbus A319/A321 aircraft feature lie-flat seats for all 44-68 passengers, offering a private jet-style experience for roughly €2,500-3,500 roundtrip. This is often competitive with business class fares on legacy carriers like Emirates or Qatar Airways, but with the advantage of a direct flight.

Beond flights land at the main Velana International Airport, but passengers receive fast-track immigration and lounge access. If you value sleep and privacy over airline loyalty points, this is currently one of the most comfortable ways to reach the islands from Central Europe.

No, absolutely not—customs officers x-ray every single piece of hand luggage and checked baggage upon arrival specifically to find alcohol. Any bottles you buy at Frankfurt, Dubai, or Doha duty-free will be confiscated and held at the airport until your departure. Unlike other Muslim countries that might offer a small allowance, the Maldives has a zero-tolerance policy for importation.

Alcohol is legal and readily available on resort islands and liveaboard boats, where they have special licenses to serve it. Expect to pay premium prices, typically €12-18 for a glass of wine or €15+ for a cocktail, as resorts face high import taxes themselves.

Yes, most resorts use the British-style Type G plug (three rectangular pins), which is different from the standard European Type C/F plugs used in Germany or France. While many luxury resorts now install universal sockets or provide adapters in the villa, it is risky to rely on this.

Pack at least one Type G adapter or a universal travel adapter to ensure you can charge phones and cameras. Voltage is 230V, same as Europe, so you don’t need a voltage converter for your hair straighteners or electronics—just the plug shape adapter.

Rarely—transfers are usually a mandatory extra cost that can shock first-time visitors, ranging from €150 for a speedboat to over €600 per person for a seaplane. You must book these through your resort, as they coordinate the schedules based on your international flight arrival.

The cost is added to your total reservation bill, so verify this before confirming your hotel booking. A “cheap” resort deal far from Malé might end up costing more once you add the €500 roundtrip seaplane fee for each family member. Always check the “Transfer Policy” section in the fine print.

The Maldives is a strict Muslim country, and bikinis are forbidden on inhabited “local” islands (like Maafushi or Fulidhoo) except on designated “Bikini Beaches.” Walking through the village or near mosques in swimwear is deeply offensive to locals and can result in police intervention.

On private resort islands, you can wear whatever swimwear you like. However, topless sunbathing is illegal everywhere in the Maldives, even at private resorts, and is punishable by law. When moving between islands or at the airport, dress modestly with shoulders and knees covered.

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