Autumn is definitely the time for Asia, which is the dry season and full sun. According to a report by Kiwi.com, the popularity of this continent as a holiday destination has increased significantly in 2024 compared to 2023. The low cost of staying there in truly fabulous circumstances compensates for the price of an intercontinental flight. is number 1 on the list and one of the most wallet-friendly destinations. In turn, also more and more frequently visited, is considered one of the most expensive. Even more so if we spend our holiday in a resort, where prices for accommodation in the off-season start from several thousand zlotys per day, and when we arrive at our destination, we can be greeted by the entire hotel staff, just like in the TV series “Biały Lotos”. However, it is enough to go to one of the 1,200 islands to pay less than PLN 300 per day or less for a stay in the paradise landscape of the Maldives. Kiwi.com tells you how to travel cheaply around Asia.
The Maldives is not as expensive as you might think. Tricks that will help you relax in an island paradise without spending a fortune
Last year, the Maldives were among the top 20 most popular holiday destinations among Polish travelers, ranking 16th in the Kiwi.com ranking. It is a paradise for fans of island-hopping, a leading travel trend that literally means jumping around islands, moving from one to another. For many people, the Maldives is one of those destinations that is on the bucket list and is even more tempting due to the high cost of stay, which is often unattainable. But is it really true?
The Maldives is an island country located southwest of India. It consists of approximately 1,200 islands, of which approximately 200 are inhabited and almost as many are islands that have been completely transformed into luxury resorts. A holiday in such a place is like being transported to the TV series “White Lotus”. You can relax on the white sand of the beaches, practice water sports, eat delicacies from all over the world, drink expensive alcohol and take advantage of beauty treatments. But it costs money. Prices start outside the season. from 2 to 3 thousand per day and are many times higher in the season. The cost of accommodation in the most expensive hotels is several hundred thousand zlotys, says a long-time researcher and author of climate change in the Maldives guide about the Maldives, Justyna Orłowska, and adds – this is not the only way to spend a wonderful time here. On islands inhabited by local people, you can sleep in good conditions for as little as $60 to $80 per night in a room with a bathroom and breakfast.
Holidays in the Maldives. Good research is essential
The key to a successful and affordable holiday is good research and choosing an island that meets your expectations. One prefers to be close to the center, another as far away as possible. One dreams of seeing dolphins, but they occur elsewhere than, for example, turtles or manta rays.
– When it comes to food prices, it is worth knowing what is available locally and therefore cheap, and what is imported and often astronomically expensive, explains Justyna Orłowska.
Fulhadoo is one of the most interesting islands in the Maldives, which can be reached from Male, the capital, by motorboat. Interesting because its length is less than 2 km and its width is 250 m. It is located on a small separate atoll together with the islands of Goidhoo and Fehendhoo and is inhabited by less than 250 people. What does it offer? Peace and quiet, paradise views, coconut palm trees, and accommodation at an affordable price, from $60 per night in a local guesthouse. According to Kiwi.com, we will fly to the capital of the Maldives, Male, at the best price in January, with a ticket starting from PLN 2,029. It is worth remembering that the network of connections to the Maldives has recently expanded, and flights offered by low-cost airlines are also available. Another solution is to reach Istanbul or Abu Dhabi, which are considered hubs in the context of attractive prices and numerous connections with Asia.
Travel to Asia. Don’t worry about a canceled flight
When traveling around Asia, we usually use cheap local connections between countries. Thanks to this, we can easily and at a friendly price get from Thailand to Vietnam, Sri Lanka and other exotic places. If you don’t like unpleasant surprises, such as a canceled flight, it is worth using the Kiwi.com Guarantee. Offers instant refunds in the form of Kiwi.com credit in the event of flight cancellation. When travel plans are disrupted, for example by delays, Kiwi.com finds the best replacement flight and refunds the money in the form of credits, so passengers can immediately book any flight of their choice. The company even covers the higher costs of alternative connections. As an added bonus, the guarantee also covers check-in, so travelers don’t have to remember about it. All they need to do is arrive at the airport and they can enjoy the journey they are about to start.
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