If you’ve noticed a dramatic increase in the number of print ads, broadcast commercials, and public relations efforts promoting the Maldives of late, it’s no accident. This republic, an independent archipelagic island nation in South Asia is spending a huge amount of money to attract tourists. There’s plenty of beauty to display. Made up of natural coral atolls and around 200 inhabited islands, there’s plenty to lure tourists eager for sun and luxury. Posh overwater bungalows are this nation’s tourism calling cards, but what you don’t see amid all the compelling headlines and lush photos are the disadvantages of making this haven your vacation destination!
Why avoid the Maldives?
- Prices associated with the shortest stay are astronomical because everything must be imported
- Maldivian tourism taxes add approximately 28.7% to resort rates
- Reaching a resort from Malé airport requires a pricey domestic flight or seaplane transfer (estimated at hundreds of dollars per visitor)
- Alcohol is illegal on local, inhabited islands due to the nation’s Muslim underpinnings and both E-cigarettes and vaporizers are banned
- Given the distance from the U.S., jet lag is a factor many tourists suffer
- Resorts are private enclaves that rarely give you opportunities to interact with the nation’s people
- Emergency services can be difficult to find if you experience a crisis
- The October monsoon season from May to October can be miserable for visitors!
Better than the Maldives in every way
Belize offers you identical opportunities to swim, relax, and participate in all the aquatic activities you care to undertake, and you’ll be bathed in perks only this Caribbean nation offers:
- Proximity to North America is close, thus jet lag is rare
- Tourism taxes are so affordable, they won’t put a dent in your budget
- Alcohol is not just permitted but the nation’s spirits industry receives world-wide attention
- Belize resorts encourage guests to interact with Belizeans, thus cultural experiences are amazing
- There’s a rainy season, but showers are brisk, intermittent, and often only at night
- Belize culinary arts are legendary; it’s impossible to get a bad meal
- No language classes or apps needed since Belize is an English-speaking nation
- Prices are affordable and resorts offer discounts, deals, and specials that reduce your stay more!
Find out for yourself why staying in this hemisphere is better
Consider a stay at Manta Island Resort where the terrain is exactly the same as it is in the Maldives because this resort is located on Glover’s Reef, a coral atoll, home to some of the nation’s most talked-about diving, swimming, snorkeling, fishing and sailing opportunities in the Caribbean.
Every guest can claim an all inclusive package featuring accommodations, food, all the local alcoholic beverages you care to sip, and extras that you would pay dearly for in the Maldives. Check out Manta Early Bird specials just announced for more savings, and congratulate yourself for being such a wise vacationer!
Call or email our Reservations office today!
(800) 408-8224
info@MantaIslandResort.com
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