{"id":16929,"date":"2018-10-11T12:25:56","date_gmt":"2018-10-11T11:25:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/?p=16929"},"modified":"2019-04-11T13:02:57","modified_gmt":"2019-04-11T12:02:57","slug":"maldives-vs-bali","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/maldives-vs-bali\/","title":{"rendered":"The Maldives vs Bali: Which Tropical Paradise is For You?"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019re looking for a tropical destination for your next escape, you might consider a trip to the Maldives<\/a> or Bali.<\/a> Both islands are the definition of paradise with their sparkling beaches and glistening waters, but their similarities stop there. It\u2019s difficult choosing between these heavenly locales, but keep reading to find out which picture-perfect island is right for you!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Travel to: <\/em>Asia <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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<\/td>\nMaldives <\/strong><\/td>\nBali<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Capital city<\/span><\/td>\nMal\u00e9<\/span><\/td>\nDenpasar<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
National language<\/span><\/td>\nDhivehi<\/span><\/td>\nIndonesian<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Must-try food <\/span><\/td>\nHedhikaa<\/span><\/i>, or \u201cshort eats\u201d<\/span><\/td>\nnasi campur<\/span><\/i><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Popular attraction<\/span><\/td>\nCoral sand beaches <\/span><\/td>\nBlack sand beaches<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

The Maldives<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Why you need to visit the Maldives <\/b><\/h3>\n

The Maldives are a chain of atolls, which are coral reef formations that surround a lagoon, located in the Indian Ocean southwest of Sri Lanka. When anyone thinks of the Maldives, they undoubtedly picture overwater bungalows overlooking gleaming white coral-sand beaches and shimmering turquoise waters. These are unique to the Maldives \u2013 you simply will not find a more breathtaking beach anywhere else. As beautiful as the Maldives are from land, things get even more incredible underwater. Maldivian waters are home to extremely diverse marine life \u2013 manta rays, tropical fish, whale sharks, and turtles swim in the crystal-clear water, and stunning coral reefs will blow you away. Go beneath the surface by diving, snorkelling, or swimming, right outside your overwater bungalow. The Maldives offers a back-to-nature experience unlike anywhere else.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The iconic overwater bungalows of The Maldives attract thousands to this slice of paradise | \u24d2 Mac Qin\/Flickr<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Maldives is the world\u2019s lowest-lying country and is at risk of disappearing as a result of rising sea levels. If you\u2019ve been waiting to visit the Maldives, now might be the time; make sure you see the most of its beauty before it disappears. <\/span><\/p>\n

When to visit the Maldives<\/b><\/h3>\n

The Maldives is a tropical destination; as such, temperatures remain high all year round. Rain is more likely from May to November, but the weather will still be warm. You\u2019ll encounter the most travellers from December to February, when the weather is at its best. If surfing is what you\u2019re looking for, go sometime between March and October to catch the best breaks.<\/span><\/p>\n

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See Also: <\/em>The Best Accessories for Long Flights<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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Where to go in the Maldives <\/b><\/h3>\n

Mal\u00e9<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Because most resorts in the Maldives are self-contained on their own atoll, you\u2019ll need to do some island-hopping if you\u2019re looking to experience the Maldives like the locals. The best place to do this is Mal\u00e9, the small but energetic capital of the Maldives. Mal\u00e9 is fast-paced and crowded, contrasting the leisurely, relaxed rhythm that you\u2019ll find on the resort islands. <\/span><\/p>\n

Some places to visit in Mal\u00e9 include: <\/span><\/p>\n