Is it safe to travel Maldives?

>Generally, the Maldives is a very safe destination. It has a low crime rate and the majority of crimes are petty theft. The most common types of crime are muggings and burglaries. These tend to occur at night time and in secluded areas. Violent crime is very rare although incidents of domestic violence, gang violence and sexual assault, including against foreign tourists, have been reported

Here are some safety tips for travelers to the Maldives

. Stay aware of your surroundings, especially at night time.

- Avoid secluded areas such as empty beaches and dark alleys.

- When going out at night, stick to well-lit areas and use designated taxi services rather than hitchhiking.

- Keep your valuables safe by using safes provided by reputable hotels or carrying the in a discrete and secure manner.

- Be discreet with cash when in public

- In case of emergency, dial the National emergency number 119 immediately