Budget travel is often misunderstood with travelling on a shoestring. Each and everyone’s travel budgets and perception of value for money differ.  Estimate your expenses for accommodation, meals, transport, lifestyle experiences and you will find an ocean of opportunities to experience the Maldives.

For most of us, the Maldives is on our travel bucket list, and with good reason. The beautiful weather, pristine beaches, crystal clear waters and vast marine life appeal to everyone. It is equal parts a romantic and an adventure destination, with much to do on both land and sea. Better yet, Maldives is a WTTC recognized safe destination and here are some tips to help you get to the Maldives without having to spend all your life’s savings.

While spontaneous travel can be fun, it can also be an expensive endeavour. Planning well in advance allows you to figure out what your budget is, and what options are available to you within that budget. In terms of accommodation, the Maldives has a lot to offer ranging from luxury resorts and private islands to more humble and far more affordable resorts.

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Planning Accommodation:

Innahura Maldives Resort is one such budget-friendly resort that allows you to enjoy the quintessential Maldives experience without the hefty price tag. While the price might be affordable starting at USD 250 per night on half board, the quality of service and facilities is not compromised. At this 4-Star, all beach bungalow resort, you can enjoy spacious, accommodation with sea views, a stunning restaurant, two bars, a spa, gym and so much more.

On the upper end of value for money spectrum is the epitome of fine living with the Anything. Anytime. Anywhere experience at Kudadoo Private Island By Hurawalhi starting at USD 3000+  per night offering a fully inclusive indulgence with residences and your own private butler.

Your favourite resort may also offer a choice of rooms and villas or great rates for long stays. To max out your planned budget and for a choice of experience, guest can also opt to stay in a combination of beach villa and overwater accommodation to experience the best of both worlds.

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Opt for an All-Inclusive package for a peace of mind

A majority of the guest to the Maldives select All-Inclusive dining packages to enjoy themselves within a budget. Knowing your full package cost will ensure the freedom for you to experience a la carte dining and to splurge on activities, excursions and spa to pamper within your speculated budget.

The Crown & Champa Resorts collection offer great value for money on its All-Inclusive and All-inclusive-Plus packages which bundles a great range of dining options, minibar and savings on activities.
Most properties also offer Half Board and Full Board.

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Planning Experiences:

Visit the resort’s website and social media pages, and sign up for their newsletters. This gives you a chance to learn about the various things you can do at the resort and how much they cost. Additionally, it helps you know about upcoming events that might be happening during your stay. Plus, by following their social media pages, you can start figuring out where you want to take those no filter Instagram photos once you are on the island or which excursion you can take to swim with turtles.

The Maldives also serves as a great solution for small group travel such as friends, extended family travel and is trending as a cost-effective location for intimate destination weddings.

A lessor considers unique experience is the domestic transfer or the arrival to the island.  Guest can select resorts based on a scenic seaplane transfer or speedboat transfer. The distance to the resort from the International Airport to one’s island will determine the cost of transfers.

Opt for flexibility in reservations

Booking your resort in advance allows you to save more and take advantage of any special offers that are usually designed for Early Birds. These offers are typically listed on the special offers page of a resort website and promoted on the resort’s social media pages.

To mitigate travel uncertainties thrown at the 2021 and 2022 travel planner, properties of Crown & Champa Resorts offer a choice of special offers, flexible cancellation up to 3 days to arrival and ability to rebook and postpone travel.

The collection offers* up to 30% for stays between Feb – Apr 5, 2021, and up to 25% for stays during Apr 6 – Sep 30, 2021. Kagi Maldives Spa Island also has a limited time 40% inauguration offer.

Explore the Crown & Champa Resorts collection and find the perfect fit for you!

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Living in the ‘new normal’ – A Safe Holiday Experience In Paradise
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The merriest time of the year is almost here, and we are more excited than ever. December 2020 is likely to be a little different for many people this year, so it’s a great year to ring the changes and make it the Christmas festivities or the new year’s eve you always dreamed of with a tropical twist.

Across all Crown & Champa Resorts, December promises to be a wonderful time. The teams have curated amazing activities to ensure that everyone has a fantastic time, offering guests the freedom they desire and with safety in mind. From family challenges to adult-only parties, there is something for everyone at our resorts.

Ideas for An Exciting Festive Season In The Maldives With Crown & Champa Resorts this 2020

You can have it your way at Kudadoo Maldives Private Island by Hurawalhi.
No matter which holidays you observe, Kudadoo is a private island where your private butler can help you curate your ideal itinerary. From big game fishing and parasailing to picnics on a desolate sandbank and dining amidst the island’s lush vegetation, your days on this tropical piece of paradise can be completely suited to your preferences. Or, you can let your private butler bestow upon you a collection of experiences that will make the festivities of 2020 memorable for all the right reasons. Read more on how you can celebrate the most wonderful time of the year amidst luxury and tranquillity, where elegance meets decadence – Kudadoo.

At Hurawalhi Island Resort, you can expect mouth-watering gala dinners, destination dining under the sea or starry skies, private island escapes, refined entertainment, and much more. See what else is on Hurawalhi’s festive season line-up ».

Kagi Maldives Spa Island, the collections newly open resort for wellbeing will have its guest experience a curated festive program that allows indulging and detoxing while enjoying December celebrations. Guest can look forward to gala dinners on Christmas eve and NYE, taste special set menus designed under the Kagi Maldives Pure Life concept, bid farewell to 2020 in style with NYE Cocktail Reception and Kagi Pure Life activities. Kagi’s BAANI SPA will offer a selection of packages to invigorate guests to pamper to body and mind for the new year. Contact [email protected] for more information.

Street markets, year-end yoga, Gingerbread House making, live music, parties, lucky draws, and coral planting. The secluded and romantic island Veligandu Island Resort & Spa has crafted and curated a potpourri of fun, activities, and programs, including gala dinners, planned this festive season for you. Have a look at the full program of Veligandu »

For guests staying at the truly +18 years, adults-only Komandoo Island Resort & Spa, this December festivities will be experienced with an “Indian Ocean” cultural theme. The music festivals, cocktail parties, and spectacular dinners to be enjoyed all with Komandoo’s signature laid-back island style while the island champions will showcase the cultures of different countries in the region, including Sri Lanka, Seychelles, Mauritius, Madagascar, India, Comoros, and of course the Maldives. See the festive season program »

💡 Travel Tip: Bring your cameras, gimbals, and selfie stick for Christmas Eve. From decorations to the arrival of Santa Clause, you’ll have many reasons to capture splendid moments. Will he arrive this year in a Dhoni? on jet skis? snorkel to the island or by seaplane? This man in red will always astound you with his appearances.

The festive season in Meeru Island Resort & Spa guarantees lots of fun for the whole family, and the festivities spread across the month from December 6, 2020, to January 7, 2021. From Christmas markets, sand art shows, wine tasting and culinary experiences, parties and gala dinners, there’s something for everyone to enjoy themselves in Meeru. See the Festive Season Program »

As an island with separate family-friendly areas and facilities, Meeru has a separate festive program for the younger guests. Kids can enjoy handcraft sessions, treasure hunts, movies, bubble shows, and DJ parties. The Meeru team invites you to embrace the magic of the island and the season as you create enduring memories. See Meerus’ Festive Programs for Kids »

Guest Dive into Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa, you can look forward to an abundance of festive cheer for guests of all ages. Discover magical celebrations mixed with the best of the Maldives ambience. Beach dinners, cocktail parties, kayak races and excursions to say goodbye to whale sharks for 2020 until you revisit them in 2021.
For the younger guests, Vilamendhoo had ranged sandcastle building competitions, Gingerbread house making, a family mini-Olympic and a variety of family-friendly experiences that the whole family is sure to love. See the Vilamendhoo’s Festive Program »

💡 Travel Tip: Traveling with kids and teens? Our properties have family-friendly villas and facilities for families with young children separated from the adult-only areas of the islands. Babysitting services are available as an add-on. For the festive season, the resorts plan additional wholesome family activities for guests of all ages. We’d recommend Meeru Island Resort & Spa, Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa and Kuredu Island Resort & Spa for young families to have a top time.

Kuredu Island Resort & Spa has put together a programme of outstanding holiday events where traditional meets tropical for your merriest festive season. The spirit of the season will carry on with an exciting programme throughout the holidays: Santa’s island-style arrival, beach barbecues, repeaters’ cocktails, gastronomic treats with Stefan Marquard, street market, live music performances by Atlantis and Mezzo, Gladiator contest and pool parties, all culminating in a superhero-themed New Year’s Eve glow party. See more of what’s in store on the Kuredu Festive season plan.

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