The currency of Maldives is Rufiyaa, although US Dollar is usable and popular in this country especially in hotels and island resorts which are tourist attraction.

99% of Maldivian population is Muslim, so the tourist have to dress properly in town. Even though an official language is Maldivian; Dhivehi, local people can speak English as well.

Time in Maldives is slower than in Thailand about 2 hours. All electric appliances in Thailand can be used in Maldives.