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Gags with the small crabs

by Fam.Rauca

It is not a frog, but, I hope that it becomes a prince!

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The hermit crabs

by Fam.Rauca

The hermit crabs seek on the coast to rinsed snail-shells and they live in those for a few months. They leave this temporary domicile after a while, as which becomes too small for it.

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Little crabs on the sea rocks

by Fam.Rauca

The crabs hide during the day under the hidden rocks and by night they go on the hunt.

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The Lizard

by Fam.Rauca

The Lizard is a reptile that is frequently to see on the Sun Island.It is green, has a reddish head and a length of 10 to 15 centimetres.

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The ray feeding on the island

by Fam.Rauca

Ray feeding, is a usual activity, also for the tourists, on the Sun Island.

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Appropriate clothing

by csavin

Dont go to breakfast in a bikini, the staff really dont like it, and most of the customers dont either. Just cover up a bit, it makes all the difference!!

Tradional Dhoni Boat

by Islandcat

This boat is the tradional boat the Maldivians travel with. All boats are painted blue and decorated inside with very hip wallpaper in flowery design.

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local wildlife

by Myndo

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Wish and smile

by zafilm

You could wish hello or assalamualaikum. Maldives is a muslim country. Please wear proper attire and be sure that you always putting a smiling face.

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Topless sunbathing

by LittleDee

The Maldives is a muslim country and we were advised by the Kuoni rep not to sunbathe topless because it is disrespectful. On the plus side, at least you won't get sunburnt in sensitive places!!!!

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Q:  Hi all I land in Male airport and my domestic flight is 5 hours later. I have already been to the Maldives and my memory of the... 

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A: I would stay at airport having some [expensive] drink at airport's bar unless you have the bus to "domestic" terminal, which I believe is water-taxi terminal, waiting for... 

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