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I visited Male and Thulusdhoo islands 5 years ago and was shocked by the amount of plastic trash everywhere. On Thulusdhoo at first it seemed to be a bit better, but then I found a big area in the middle of the island covered by trees where there was huge amount of trash constantly burning and one guy was watching that the fire doesn't spread anywhere. If I remember correctly, all the tourists were charged 5$/day green tax to be used to deal with trash in Maldives, but I wasn't thinking that it meant burning it in the middle of the islands.. 🤨😐
Maldives ❌ is a dirty place in reality, Freaking expensive, unfriendly locals and full of Islamic restrictions and Sharia law. Don't visit there. Visit Lakshadweep ✅ instead : super cheap, so clean,very affordable and super friendly locals ✅✅✅
im from the maldives and this is a thought even i have. everyone else sees the beautiful resorts and nice beaches, but in reality the capitol city and everything else is a whole other story.
Ohh it is amazing to have a Maldivian on the channel as well!😁 Welcome! Yea that is true, not many people travel the local islands, but I must say Maldivian culture is quite amazing. We are currently on Omadhoo and have visited about 5 other island since we left the capital. Each of them has its own way and offers something new 😊
Requesting everyone who supports humanity to Stop visiting raci*st the Maldives ❌ Please visit Lakshadweep ✅ ✅ It will be a far better experience than the over expensive and over rated Maldives ❌ with all it's restrictions. We will provide all the facilities in Lakshadweep ✅ with no restrictions and harassment at very affordable rates.
Lakshadweep ✅ is 100 times better than Maldives ❌ Lakshadweep (India) ✅ is very clean, safe, affordable, friendly for tourists and has no islamic restrictions.
Amazing and informative video guys! Really enjoyed watching the full of it. We plan on going there in the near future as well you guys made it easier to understand than browsing through google! I have a question about your drone tho, was there any issues bringing this through security and did you have to apply for approval for each flight and which drone were you flying at the time?
Heihei. No problems in the airport. When it comes to the drone paperwork then the short answer is that by law you should, but in reality no. We did the paperwork once which was a pain in the ass and once we talked to the local drone pilots then nobody actually did it.
When people mentioned Maldives, I immediately thought of the movie "The Blue Lagoon". There should be the most beautiful beach in the world! But people can't wear bikinis in every beach, what a pity! Thank you for always sharing great videos, looking forward to the next one! Happy travel! 👍🥰🙏 P.S. By the way, one small question, where is your van?
Heyhey. So glad you enjoyed the video 😊. Yea maldives have been great and we can't wait to share more of it's beauty in the coming videos! We put our van on a cargo ship from Mumbai India and as long as it's in transit (about 1 month) we will be traveling with our backpacks 😁
@@WildVikingTravels Thanks a lot for letting me know, you are very nice! What I want to know is where do you send the van? Your country, or the next country to visit? I was diagnosed two weeks ago, and I haven't recovered yet. I take medicine every day, so my mind is not clear! So I just went back and watched your last video again! I didn't explain it clearly in the last video, because I took a lot of medicine and I was very tired at that time! It is wise not to go to China, please never trust that country, we know a lot of things that westerners don't, and those things never be reported! It is strange that they tell Pakistan that they are allies but treat tourists who have been to Pakistan as terrorists! They tricked a lot of Western RUclipsrs to go to Sichuan to shoot videos this year, and gave them money, but they had to cooperate with them to make fake videos, the purpose is to promote the upcoming World University Games, and to create the illusion that there is prosperity there! But a few years ago, we heard that western tourists went to Sichuan and was sent to the hospital for no reason. After returning home, they found that they had lost a kidney. This is just the tip of the iceberg.....!
I have been vacationing on the Maldives many times. There are islands where the locals live and there they don’t wear bikinis at the beach. But on the islands for tourists you have these beautiful beaches and women are allowed to wear bikinis. The Maldives are my favorite vacation islands. You feel like you are in heaven!
Respecting the traditions and cultural differences makes you a good tourist in my opinion most of us have experienced that individuals who feel their personal desires are above all good to see respectful people thanks for sharing
@@AbiNomacreligion is not culture. Culture you can go to any country and respect and blend in. Any activity against ones religion cannot be engaged in period.
So funny you say that, considering Maldives people don't show the same kind of respect to non-Sunnis. Not even non-Muslims. NON-SUNNIS! Respect should work both ways.
First time watching, I like how you two are respecting the locals and not complaining or showing off breaking the rules like so many others. And great positive vibes. Props to you both and enjoy your next destination!
I think you are misreprsenting here! Bikini ban is enforced only on the loacalk residential islands. The 100s of resort islands are just that - resort islands and geared toards holidaymakers. You can wear bikinis and enjoy yourself as you would with any other holiday destination.
If you watch to video until the end then you will see us also showing a tourist beach. But I don't think showcasing tourist islands is in any way a fair representation of a country. It's pretty much not maldives, but just a gorgeous island 😅
Actually it’s very common in the South Pacific in general to have various body parts as taboo/kapoo …and have a modest dress code …in some places it’s illegal in others it’s just frowned upon. Some even have rules about not swimming on Sunday …especially not within view of towns On some islands it’s expected to wear tee shirts while swimming …some islands women’s thighs and shoulders must be covered in town on other islands beach toplessness is normal, but peeping and cameras are not accepted … on others ‘undressing’ in view of town streets is unacceptable… it’s all because many islands had various missionary contact and they all have their similar but separate cultural proclivities As with everything there are some people who may get away with it or may think they get away with it
@@WildVikingTravels The Maldives never declared itself a bikini showcase beach. They clearly state their resort areas. So no, there is no misrepresentation.
In the West, bikini is pretty much the cultural norm. I think it's fair to say, for Maldives, the cultural norm is no bikini, but there are exceptions in tourist areas. He pretty well said this non-judgmentally and honestly. And also they were not staying in a resort, so a resort has nothing to do with their experience there anyway.
Very clever production & travelogue. I don’t know how this ended up in my feed but glad I got to see it. I really didn’t know much about this island nation. I love travel & learning new places. Also, your girlfriend/wife(?) is so naturally gorgeous - a definite plus!
Heyhey!😁 So glad to hear that you enjoyed the video! Yea maldives has also been full of surprises for us and every day we learn something new. And I will definately forward you compliment to Liisu 😉👍
My time in the Maldives was as a serving airman in the Royal Air Force at Gan on Addu Athol for nine months a very special time with wonderful memories
1:20 Most accurate depiction of an india vacation.. Only those who want to maintain an "our travels and destinations are perfect" image at all cost would tell you something else. Every honest person I met on my travels said more or less drastically the same. "Thanks, never again"
I'm German and have been living in India for five years, with no intentions to ever return to Europe. Why would I? I live a much better, easier and more fullfilled life here! If you can't see beyond the chaos and trash, then it is better to stay home! 🙏🏼
Requesting everyone who supports humanity to Stop visiting the raci*st and polluted Maldives ❌ Please visit Lakshadweep (India) ✅ ✅ It will be a far better experience than the over expensive and overrated Maldives ❌ with all it's restrictions. We will provide all the facilities in Lakshadweep ✅ ✅ with no restrictions and harassment at very affordable rates.
Just like any touristy place in the world, whether in Las Vegas, New York, Chicago, California or Philippines, travelling to these place can get expensive if that is your intention... Awesome coverage!
As a maldivian myself i am glad that u guys showed the unseen side of maldives,most of the people only see the luxury side of maldives😢 Nice video,u earned a new sub
12:50 Actually the Opera House bit did make me laugh😂- Vikings, whether wild or not, and we Brits have a very similar sense of humour I think. Thanks for a great video, a refreshing change from all the other identikit videos of the Maldives out there...
Yeah the garbage and lack of waste management wasn't too much of a surprise for me. In Galapagos when you go a few blocks in from the tourist areas you start to find trash. They seem to be putting in effort with garbage in recycling though.
This is wonderful life-telling and production. Do you use external mic on GoPro or is that native audio? You shooting on auto or neutral and color-grading?
Heyhey. Gald to hear that you enjoyed the video! To answer the question then the voice over I do with external mic, on gopro I use the media pack while filming and I usually do not Color grade the clips with the expetion of some extremely dark clips and a few drone shots. 😊 Since we publish once a week and do it all while traveling there is just not enough time to go too crazy on the post production 😁
Heyhey 😊👍. Yes, it was with sharks 😅🦈. It was quite a scary thing to do but we will show more of it in the next video! Ohh and we send all our best to you in Türkiye! We can't wait to visit it again (probably will be there for a week in the end of the month 😊🤔
Indonesia and Malaysia cured me of State-backed pseudo-Islamist Spiritual warfare. Your videos are top quality. Those islands were formed a few thousand years ago at most. You would really enjoy watching archaix, to learn true history and such. Like the "great wall of China" being, in fact, the great silk road of Rome. Let us know if you do a Laos tour, we'll be happy to meet up with you in Luang Phabang! What are your birthdays? I'll do a quick reading for you guys. Gratefully 🙏
I like your outlook on life. Hope to see other videos. I was shocked by the drone shot at the end. Floating with sharks!! I live in a van 2 mounths a year. If you lived there which would you do? A. Live in the city for the excitement and visit the beach for serenity. B. Live at the beach for serenity and visit the city for excitement.
what a lovely down too earth view of things -- thought i would take a quick peek and yep was well and truely hooked subbed and await more thank you both and stay safe💕💕👌👌
In a time where everybody seems to be bashing on Muslims, it’s very nice to hear some positive stuff 🤙 great video my wife and I visited the Maldives during peak covid so we weren’t allowed to leave the resort, we knew it was a highly Muslim country but didn’t know about the ban on dogs or bikinis
@@WildVikingTravels no problem dear, I know you didn't like India much, but believe me, you would have loved it more as it was 30 years ago. I was in Malpe 30 years ago in a very solitary hut on the beach between the ocean and a coconut grove. Epic 15 days. However, if you wanted to go with your van, you should have reached the place around 2 am at night, to be less noticeable by the locals. 😀 I don't think those times will return.
The reason why you were stopped in Nepal by Chinese embassy is because you were promoting Tibetan tradition via your flags and spiritual journey. They are totally trying any means possible to defame Tibetan Gurus and degrade Tibetan Tradition. Good luck in other beautiful Countries. Nepal is a slave of China anyways. 🙏
@Akemi_yoshijima which would be the 3 best island to visit in Maldives and will it be raining in August? we have plans to travel in the first week of August.
@@rachzee6765 it would be maafushi, male and hulhumale. And i don't know if it will rain but it is hulhangu monsoon which is the monsoon where its rainy...it would be much better if you came in between december and april! Thats the iruvai monsoon when its very sunny and the seas are calm and peaceful. Hope u have fun here🇲🇻❤❤❤
I'm happy this was in my recommendations... great and informative. And much easier like this then actually go and travel myself and spare the disappointment (and money)!! Now, where can i get my own wild viking for some fun 😊
Its good that they set aside a few islands for resorts. Non-Muslim visitors need protection from the local population. If resorts were not separated from the locals, nobody would go there.
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Please visit Lakshadweep (India) ✅ It's far more cheaper/affordable, tourist friendly, no restrictions, cleaner and better for tourists ✅✅✅ than Maldives ❌❌👎🏻
@@WildVikingTravelsThe reason why you were stopped in Nepal by Chinese embassy is because you were promoting Tibetan tradition via your flags and spiritual journey. They are totally trying any means possible to defame Tibetan Gurus and degrade Tibetan Tradition. Good luck in other beautiful Countries. Nepal is a slave of China anyways. 🙏
Don't respect idiotic local customs. You should not participate in them at all. Maldives has one of the most corrupt governments in the world and they are kissing the ass of Saudi Arabia and the other Radical Islamic Gulf countries by enforcing these fanatical laws. Don't participate or believe that it's acceptable.
Can we talk about 21:18, how she's casually floating while a pod herd of rather large sharks casually swim underneath her. That's some courage right there. Not many people on earth would be comfortable doing that.
I love you as a couple and as a great tour guides of the Maldives. Thanks to you both, i love you both, i can wait to plan a trip there, the local way, always the best. Thanks for all that you are both, i truly can get enough of the Maldives.it s paradise on earth .Bravo and as a couple i truly love the ways you are together. I send you lots of Love and light, you are amazing, sorry but i can say but i truly love you, all the best always. May i found you in a next lifetime . from Canada , with love
00:00 🏝 The Maldives, a sought-after holiday destination known for its white sand beaches and water villas, has more to offer beyond what is seen on social media. 02:05 🛩 The Maldives comprises approximately 1,200 islands grouped into 26 atolls, formed from eroded volcanic land, creating paradisiacal islands. 03:30 🚌 Arriving in the Maldives is straightforward, with visa-on-arrival and easy access to local transportation options like buses. 06:07 🚶♀ Exploring Hulhumale reveals surprises like organized traffic and cleaner streets, offering a calmer atmosphere compared to previous destinations. 09:02 🌊 Hulhumale's construction showcases efforts to combat rising sea levels, reclaiming land to accommodate a growing population. 10:44 👙 Swimming in bikinis is prohibited in certain areas due to Islamic customs, reflecting the country's deeply ingrained religious practices. 11:16 🐈 Stray cats populate the streets due to cultural norms, similar to restrictions on swimming attire. 13:32 🕌 The Maldives' Islamic culture influences various aspects of life, including the ban on alcohol and dogs, contributing to low crime rates and strong community bonds. 14:48 🚪 Exploring Male reveals a bustling capital city with high-rise buildings, contrasting the serene island imagery often associated with the Maldives. 16:14 🛍 Local markets offer a glimpse into Maldivian culture, showcasing traditional foods and customs. 17:36 🏝 Venturing to local islands like Huraa provides insight into Maldivian life, with sandy paths and smaller homes creating a cozy atmosphere. 19:46 🎉 Eid al Adha celebrations highlight the blend of Islamic tradition and island lifestyle, with beach parties and festivities.
Thanks, love your content. Maldives is on my list for december. I didnt realise how varied the islands are. I hope they dont allow the streets to be rubbish dumps.
I sailed to the Maldives in 2002 and spent a month cruising through the island atolls. Whilst the setting was beautiful, the paranoid beaucracy of the Maldivian officials was rude, unfriendly, disgusting and expensive. Even all the hotel resorts would chase us away because apparently our yacht was ruining the view of their guests. Anyways, its an over rated destination and won't be going back there in my life time.
Wow! That sounds like hell of an experience! While here I have thought many times that I would have loved to see the country before 2009 when it officialy opened it borders to tourists (other than resorts) but now that I see your post I think it is good that I didn't see the country in such paranoid state. At the moment it really seems like the population is changing fast. Woman are working and divorce rates are high (which is highly unusual for a 100% Islamic country). But I have to say that the arrogance of the resort islands is still there. They don't want to see us anywhere near their island, yet the local island have a different vibe and people here seem quite welcoming and nice.
@@WildVikingTravelsnothing unusual...women are encouraged to work and be a nice and productive person and contribute to the society..also divorce is also not a tabboo...we have a complete prescribed guide as how to get divorce if either partner are not happy....
Heyhey. Yes, the water and the islands are truly beautiful here! Wow, I love Indonesia. I had a change to spend 2 months there about 6 years ago and can't wait to go back 😊👍
Let me explain why most of the local islands in Maldives does not have much people by that time of the year. It’s because most Islanders who wants better job opportunities and good education for their children, they move to male’ and Hulhumale’. One of the reason why it’s over populated. Meanwhile others look to go and live in resorts for employment. And when it’s the local holiday season and the school closes for holidays, these people come back to their birth islands to enjoy their home. And then again leaves back to the concrete jungle when the holiday ends.
The Wild Vikings’ are travellers, not tourists and it’s tourists who always say “Oh these people don’t live as I live”! They will enjoy learning about what the Maldives are all about. Tourists just want the nearest beach, the fewest clothes, a burger and a beer. Hence the comments here, particularly those condemning the chosen faith of the people. So small minded. Best not travel too far, you’ll get upset.
I really appreciate what u try to say about maldives. I came from another island from the world but more or less the truth is always the same in each conuntry. 5 stars hotel doesnt belong to the locals
As female I just cant relax in muslim countries. Cover my shoulders, knees, sometimes head if going to holy places. I have been in Turkey and Tunisia and tourists place you can be like you are normally, but if you go out from coast, its different story and people are more relious there. As excult member I´m allergy strict religous rules and when I´m on holiday I want to just relax and not fear that i break any relious rules. I wish to visit place like this, but then outside hotel areas I need to act differently. My friend is a gay and he has visitied many muslim countries as gay married couple to them its even more difficult, they cant be as they are, they need to say we are friends, not married couple. I dont think I would like to say and lie that my husband is my brother in their shoes. 😕
Yea, this is an option. The rate in the airport wasn't too bad, but in town you can probably find even better rates. And of course you can withdraw from the atms as well. On the capital island most of the things can be paid for with card as well, but on smaller islands cash is king.
Lowest in the world? I live 2 meter under sealevel, come see the Netherlands ;). Btw the lowest point here is 6,78 m under sea level, a place called Nieuwerkerk aan den IJssel
Heyhey. Hahh Yea, maldives have been nice to us! Due to our videos from Iran we could not drive the van back so we decided to put in on a cargo ship from Mumbai. And as long as it's in transit we'll be traveling with our backpacks 👍😁
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I visited Male and Thulusdhoo islands 5 years ago and was shocked by the amount of plastic trash everywhere. On Thulusdhoo at first it seemed to be a bit better, but then I found a big area in the middle of the island covered by trees where there was huge amount of trash constantly burning and one guy was watching that the fire doesn't spread anywhere. If I remember correctly, all the tourists were charged 5$/day green tax to be used to deal with trash in Maldives, but I wasn't thinking that it meant burning it in the middle of the islands.. 🤨😐
That's so sad to learn that, tourism when it has not been well thought, is devastating for sooo many countries!
Maldives not safe for women and children ,avoid travelling mardives its very dangerous country
Maldives ❌ is a dirty place in reality, Freaking expensive, unfriendly locals and full of Islamic restrictions and Sharia law. Don't visit there.
Visit Lakshadweep ✅ instead : super cheap, so clean,very affordable and super friendly locals ✅✅✅
True Lakshadweep ✅✅✅
Is 100 times better than Maldives ❌
Ban maldives puppies🐶 of china
im from the maldives and this is a thought even i have. everyone else sees the beautiful resorts and nice beaches, but in reality the capitol city and everything else is a whole other story.
Ohh it is amazing to have a Maldivian on the channel as well!😁
Welcome!
Yea that is true, not many people travel the local islands, but I must say Maldivian culture is quite amazing.
We are currently on Omadhoo and have visited about 5 other island since we left the capital. Each of them has its own way and offers something new 😊
@@WildVikingTravels yea different islands have differences in local foods for the most part. hope you enjoy your stay!
Isn't that this way in every country in the world? Tourists usely don't visit and look for the "normal citizens" or "backyard" places. or
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@@ahasif_same I live in maldives too
As a Maldivian. I love how respectful you guys were. Always a pleasure to share the beauty of our country with you guys.
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Good luck becoming a real democracy!
Maldives not safe.. Go to lakshadweep.. Same to same and cheap
Requesting everyone who supports humanity to
Stop visiting raci*st the Maldives ❌
Please visit Lakshadweep ✅ ✅
It will be a far better experience than the over expensive and over rated Maldives ❌ with all it's restrictions.
We will provide all the facilities in Lakshadweep ✅ with no restrictions and harassment at very affordable rates.
Lakshadweep ✅ is 100 times better than Maldives ❌
Lakshadweep (India) ✅ is very clean, safe, affordable, friendly for tourists and has no islamic restrictions.
Amazing and informative video guys! Really enjoyed watching the full of it. We plan on going there in the near future as well you guys made it easier to understand than browsing through google! I have a question about your drone tho, was there any issues bringing this through security and did you have to apply for approval for each flight and which drone were you flying at the time?
Heihei.
No problems in the airport.
When it comes to the drone paperwork then the short answer is that by law you should, but in reality no.
We did the paperwork once which was a pain in the ass and once we talked to the local drone pilots then nobody actually did it.
@@WildVikingTravels you are amazing🙌 keep on doing what you do, and please. Visit hawaii if you havent!
Man, I hope to get to Hawaii one day 😎👍.
But it's a bit far and out of our budget at the moment 😉
@@WildVikingTravelsi know ye😅 it is quite expensive but worth it!
When people mentioned Maldives, I immediately thought of the movie "The Blue Lagoon".
There should be the most beautiful beach in the world! But people can't wear bikinis in every beach, what a pity!
Thank you for always sharing great videos, looking forward to the next one! Happy travel! 👍🥰🙏
P.S. By the way, one small question, where is your van?
Heyhey.
So glad you enjoyed the video 😊.
Yea maldives have been great and we can't wait to share more of it's beauty in the coming videos!
We put our van on a cargo ship from Mumbai India and as long as it's in transit (about 1 month) we will be traveling with our backpacks 😁
@@WildVikingTravels Thanks a lot for letting me know, you are very nice!
What I want to know is where do you send the van? Your country, or the next country to visit?
I was diagnosed two weeks ago, and I haven't recovered yet. I take medicine every day, so my mind is not clear!
So I just went back and watched your last video again!
I didn't explain it clearly in the last video, because I took a lot of medicine and I was very tired at that time!
It is wise not to go to China, please never trust that country, we know a lot of things that westerners don't, and those things never be reported!
It is strange that they tell Pakistan that they are allies but treat tourists who have been to Pakistan as terrorists!
They tricked a lot of Western RUclipsrs to go to Sichuan to shoot videos this year, and gave them money,
but they had to cooperate with them to make fake videos, the purpose is to promote the upcoming World University Games,
and to create the illusion that there is prosperity there!
But a few years ago, we heard that western tourists went to Sichuan and was sent to the hospital for no reason.
After returning home, they found that they had lost a kidney. This is just the tip of the iceberg.....!
I have been vacationing on the Maldives many times. There are islands where the locals live and there they don’t wear bikinis at the beach. But on the islands for tourists you have these beautiful beaches and women are allowed to wear bikinis. The Maldives are my favorite vacation islands. You feel like you are in heaven!
@@SN-bl6xm Thanks a lot for letting me know, you are very nice！👍
only in resorts
Respecting the traditions and cultural differences makes you a good tourist in my opinion most of us have experienced that individuals who feel their personal desires are above all good to see respectful people thanks for sharing
Hahahah tell that to the asylum seekers in europe
Tell that to Muslims living outside the Arab world.
Muslims in my country never respect the local laws or traditions. But do not worry I will never travel to your muslim shithole country.
@@AbiNomacreligion is not culture. Culture you can go to any country and respect and blend in. Any activity against ones religion cannot be engaged in period.
So funny you say that, considering Maldives people don't show the same kind of respect to non-Sunnis. Not even non-Muslims. NON-SUNNIS! Respect should work both ways.
Beautiful video, you guys are 'lightweight on the heart' as we say in my country. Which means : you radiate positive vibes and are easily accepted
Wow.
Thank you for the kind comment and we are glad to hear that you enjoyed the video 😊😁
@@WildVikingTravels Enjoyed it and eagerly waiting for the next one, please explore more of the Maldives and make more vids about it 🙏
First time watching, I like how you two are respecting the locals and not complaining or showing off breaking the rules like so many others. And great positive vibes. Props to you both and enjoy your next destination!
Great video and invaluable info & insights. Thank you guys so much. Good luck with your adventures!
Thank you for video. This makes me really appreciate my local coastline and the Caribbean Islands.
Vikings chewing betel nuts in Maldives😂 . Excellent video and really happy that you guys enjoyed Maldives 🇲🇻
I think you are misreprsenting here! Bikini ban is enforced only on the loacalk residential islands. The 100s of resort islands are just that - resort islands and geared toards holidaymakers. You can wear bikinis and enjoy yourself as you would with any other holiday destination.
If you watch to video until the end then you will see us also showing a tourist beach.
But I don't think showcasing tourist islands is in any way a fair representation of a country.
It's pretty much not maldives, but just a gorgeous island 😅
Actually it’s very common in the South Pacific in general to have various body parts as taboo/kapoo …and have a modest dress code …in some places it’s illegal in others it’s just frowned upon.
Some even have rules about not swimming on Sunday …especially not within view of towns
On some islands it’s expected to wear tee shirts while swimming
…some islands women’s thighs and shoulders must be covered in town
on other islands beach toplessness is normal, but peeping and cameras are not accepted …
on others ‘undressing’ in view of town streets is unacceptable…
it’s all because many islands had various missionary contact and they all have their similar but separate cultural proclivities
As with everything there are some people who may get away with it or may think they get away with it
@@WildVikingTravels
The Maldives never declared itself a bikini showcase beach.
They clearly state their resort areas.
So no, there is no misrepresentation.
I’m in agreement with the comment the lead in is not quite the case… I like them expected no bikinis
In the West, bikini is pretty much the cultural norm. I think it's fair to say, for Maldives, the cultural norm is no bikini, but there are exceptions in tourist areas. He pretty well said this non-judgmentally and honestly. And also they were not staying in a resort, so a resort has nothing to do with their experience there anyway.
I stumbled upon this channel today - you guys are a breath of fresh air👍👏😎
Very clever production & travelogue. I don’t know how this ended up in my feed but glad I got to see it. I really didn’t know much about this island nation. I love travel & learning new places. Also, your girlfriend/wife(?) is so naturally gorgeous - a definite plus!
Heyhey!😁
So glad to hear that you enjoyed the video!
Yea maldives has also been full of surprises for us and every day we learn something new.
And I will definately forward you compliment to Liisu 😉👍
The fact that public transit is efficient & affordable, no need for taxi or even tuktuk is surprising but pleasantly so
My time in the Maldives was as a serving airman in the Royal Air Force at Gan on Addu Athol for nine months a very special time with wonderful memories
wow, great video, guys! Thanks so much for all your hard work--I really learned a lot!!
Fantastic vlog well done, your balanced view is very well researched. You did us and our Maldivian family proud, thank you ❤
Thank you for showing us some of the Maldives! Health & happiness to you both. Safe travels ❤️
Visit Lakshadweep ✅✅✅
1:20 Most accurate depiction of an india vacation.. Only those who want to maintain an "our travels and destinations are perfect" image at all cost would tell you something else. Every honest person I met on my travels said more or less drastically the same. "Thanks, never again"
Same here. Going to Mumbai was the first time I realized that not every country and culture is worth experiencing by yourself. Some are just too much.
was there in the 70's and early 80s and, never again.
I'm German and have been living in India for five years, with no intentions to ever return to Europe. Why would I? I live a much better, easier and more fullfilled life here! If you can't see beyond the chaos and trash, then it is better to stay home! 🙏🏼
@@anna-marianunezvega1520 "beyond the chaos and trash" Hm. You left out the stink, and the mega volume music blasting out.
Requesting everyone who supports humanity to Stop visiting the raci*st and polluted Maldives ❌
Please visit Lakshadweep (India) ✅ ✅
It will be a far better experience than the over expensive and overrated Maldives ❌ with all it's restrictions.
We will provide all the facilities in Lakshadweep ✅ ✅ with no restrictions and harassment at very affordable rates.
Just like any touristy place in the world, whether in Las Vegas, New York, Chicago, California or Philippines, travelling to these place can get expensive if that is your intention...
Awesome coverage!
Good content, addictive to watch. Thank you for showing a different side of the Maldives, a place I'd like to visit someday.
As a maldivian myself i am glad that u guys showed the unseen side of maldives,most of the people only see the luxury side of maldives😢
Nice video,u earned a new sub
The non tourist side looks amazing. You can go to resorts everywhere in the world but the local culture is everywhere unique:)
Maldives not safe for women and children ,avoid travelling mardives its very dangerous country
Yes most people will visit Lakshadweep (India) ✅✅
Instead of Maldives ❌ from now.
The only footage of the Maldives I’ve seen has been the high end resorts. This was refreshing and very insightful, nicely done!
You 2 are a cool couple traveling arround in those beautiful places.
Visited the Maldives back in the 80s, before it became ‘hip-n-trendy’, unspoiled by mass tourism.
Yes, please visit the unseen and clean Lakshadweep ✅✅
Tourism began in 1972 with the start of Kurumba! Italians were the ones to discover it as a tourism destination.
Guys, u mentioned this was the rainy season, what month did you visit?
12:50 Actually the Opera House bit did make me laugh😂- Vikings, whether wild or not, and we Brits have a very similar sense of humour I think. Thanks for a great video, a refreshing change from all the other identikit videos of the Maldives out there...
Great video, really like your production style
as a maldivian i really enjoyed this video
I just discovered your channel, and already absolutely LOVE your content. THANK YOU!
Maldives not safe for women and children ,avoid travelling mardives its very dangerous country
Just recently found your channel due to the YT Algorithm, I am already binge watching
Heyhey!
Ohh so glad to hear that you are enjoying the videos 😁👍.
Which country has been your favorite to watch 🤔😀?
Yeah the garbage and lack of waste management wasn't too much of a surprise for me. In Galapagos when you go a few blocks in from the tourist areas you start to find trash. They seem to be putting in effort with garbage in recycling though.
This is wonderful life-telling and production. Do you use external mic on GoPro or is that native audio? You shooting on auto or neutral and color-grading?
Heyhey.
Gald to hear that you enjoyed the video!
To answer the question then the voice over I do with external mic, on gopro I use the media pack while filming and I usually do not Color grade the clips with the expetion of some extremely dark clips and a few drone shots. 😊
Since we publish once a week and do it all while traveling there is just not enough time to go too crazy on the post production 😁
@@WildVikingTravels wow then super impressive!
1st-time viewer., now full-time subscriber. Loved this content. Looking forward to more.
That ending shot with sharks (i guess?) was amazing, wow. Thank you for the great content guys, much love from Türkiye :)
Heyhey 😊👍.
Yes, it was with sharks 😅🦈.
It was quite a scary thing to do but we will show more of it in the next video!
Ohh and we send all our best to you in Türkiye! We can't wait to visit it again (probably will be there for a week in the end of the month 😊🤔
It's good to see you again guys❤❤
Indonesia and Malaysia cured me of State-backed pseudo-Islamist Spiritual warfare. Your videos are top quality. Those islands were formed a few thousand years ago at most. You would really enjoy watching archaix, to learn true history and such. Like the "great wall of China" being, in fact, the great silk road of Rome. Let us know if you do a Laos tour, we'll be happy to meet up with you in Luang Phabang! What are your birthdays? I'll do a quick reading for you guys. Gratefully 🙏
I like your outlook on life. Hope to see other videos. I was shocked by the drone shot at the end. Floating with sharks!! I live in a van 2 mounths a year.
If you lived there which would you do? A. Live in the city for the excitement and visit the beach for serenity. B. Live at the beach for serenity and visit the city for excitement.
what a lovely down too earth view of things -- thought i would take a quick peek and yep was well and truely hooked subbed and await more thank you both and stay safe💕💕👌👌
Could you please inform me which country has the most beautiful sunset?
In a time where everybody seems to be bashing on Muslims, it’s very nice to hear some positive stuff 🤙 great video my wife and I visited the Maldives during peak covid so we weren’t allowed to leave the resort, we knew it was a highly Muslim country but didn’t know about the ban on dogs or bikinis
thank you for this video. you saved me a ton of money
Just in front of the Maldives you will find the Indian coast for example Malpe and Udupi, which are just as beautiful and less stressful.
Thank you for the recommendation
@@WildVikingTravels no problem dear, I know you didn't like India much, but believe me, you would have loved it more as it was 30 years ago. I was in Malpe 30 years ago in a very solitary hut on the beach between the ocean and a coconut grove. Epic 15 days.
However, if you wanted to go with your van, you should have reached the place around 2 am at night, to be less noticeable by the locals. 😀
I don't think those times will return.
Wild Viking Travels: I JUST CAN'T WAIT to MEET YOU and MALDIVES AGAIN! It's JUST FANTASTIC!
Heyhey!
So glad to hear that you are enjoying the videos!!
Hahh, maldives have been fantastic and we just can't wait to show you more of it 😁
@@WildVikingTravels : As I told you, I JUST CAN'T WAIT FOR MORE! :)
Glad to see you are still traveling!
Heyhey 😀🙏.
Yea, it's an addiction of our and I am afraid we won't stop any time soon 😁
The reason why you were stopped in Nepal by Chinese embassy is because you were promoting Tibetan tradition via your flags and spiritual journey.
They are totally trying any means possible to defame Tibetan Gurus and degrade Tibetan Tradition.
Good luck in other beautiful Countries. Nepal is a slave of China anyways. 🙏
as a Maldivian, everything this guy says this actually true, you might need to struggle to be relaxed.
I am glad you guys visited our country love from a maldivian🇲🇻🇲🇻❤❤❤
@Akemi_yoshijima which would be the 3 best island to visit in Maldives and will it be raining in August? we have plans to travel in the first week of August.
Loved it, beautiful country! More to come about Maldives!
@@rachzee6765 it would be maafushi, male and hulhumale. And i don't know if it will rain but it is hulhangu monsoon which is the monsoon where its rainy...it would be much better if you came in between december and april! Thats the iruvai monsoon when its very sunny and the seas are calm and peaceful. Hope u have fun here🇲🇻❤❤❤
@@Lee_minhoe.x thank you for the update. By the way -has the rain started now
@@rachzee6765well it hasn't actually started to rain that much, its still sunny and bright
Depends on beaches, some are local beaches. But i must admit, maldives is very stunning
definitely 👍🏻
I'm happy this was in my recommendations... great and informative. And much easier like this then actually go and travel myself and spare the disappointment (and money)!! Now, where can i get my own wild viking for some fun 😊
India is A Hell of earth 😂 Good for you
Its good that they set aside a few islands for resorts.
Non-Muslim visitors need protection from the local population.
If resorts were not separated from the locals, nobody would go there.
Why do they need protection?
Where did you get your clothes on this trip. It looks perfect for hot weather. Airy, loose, and breathable. Love it.
Actually, the Malé Opera House thing was pretty funny
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Please visit Lakshadweep (India) ✅
It's far more cheaper/affordable, tourist friendly, no restrictions, cleaner and better for tourists ✅✅✅
than Maldives ❌❌👎🏻
Ohh don't do illegal activities in unknown places, god bless you. Love from Nepal🇳🇵♥️♥️
Heyhey!
Ohh for sure!
We'll do our best to be safe 😁🙏
@@WildVikingTravels sure🙏
@@WildVikingTravelsThe reason why you were stopped in Nepal by Chinese embassy is because you were promoting Tibetan tradition via your flags and spiritual journey.
They are totally trying any means possible to defame Tibetan Gurus and degrade Tibetan Tradition.
Good luck in other beautiful Countries. Nepal is a slave of China anyways. 🙏
Don't respect idiotic local customs. You should not participate in them at all. Maldives has one of the most corrupt governments in the world and they are kissing the ass of Saudi Arabia and the other Radical Islamic Gulf countries by enforcing these fanatical laws. Don't participate or believe that it's acceptable.
That's why avoid Maldives ❌
Visit Lakshadweep (India) ✅ instead
So when you go to other countries do you show how that country was formed?
I am your New subscriber 🤗🤗🤗❤️✌️🕊️🕺💃🕺💃🕺💃😎👍it was a beautiful experience 😅 thank you so much 🙏
WONDERFUL ! Maldives is so beautiful ! Lucky to have been there 3 times already :)
Wow that's amazing!
Any travel tips to us on what we should definitely do And see?
@@WildVikingTravels snorkeling guys !!
yes very nice when you have to get in water with clothes hahahaha like animals
Visit the unseen Lakshadweep ✅✅ too
This video is more Informative can't wait for nxt Episode
So glad you enjoyed the video!
The next episode will come out later today 😁👍
Can we talk about 21:18, how she's casually floating while a pod herd of rather large sharks casually swim underneath her. That's some courage right there. Not many people on earth would be comfortable doing that.
wow,glad RUclips recommended your channel, you seem genuine and friendly down to earth couple❤ happily subscribed🤓
Heyhey!
Thank you so much for the kind comment 😊.
And it is so nice to have you on the channel traveling with us 👍.
Best wishes!
Joe and Liisu!
How did you manage with your van? Who picked it up in Europe?
I love you as a couple and as a great tour guides of the Maldives. Thanks to you both, i love you both, i can wait to plan a trip there, the local way, always the best. Thanks for all that you are both, i truly can get enough of the Maldives.it s paradise on earth .Bravo and as a couple i truly love the ways you are together. I send you lots of Love and light, you are amazing, sorry but i can say but i truly love you, all the best always. May i found you in a next lifetime .
from Canada , with love
00:00 🏝 The Maldives, a sought-after holiday destination known for its white sand beaches and water villas, has more to offer beyond what is seen on social media.
02:05 🛩 The Maldives comprises approximately 1,200 islands grouped into 26 atolls, formed from eroded volcanic land, creating paradisiacal islands.
03:30 🚌 Arriving in the Maldives is straightforward, with visa-on-arrival and easy access to local transportation options like buses.
06:07 🚶♀ Exploring Hulhumale reveals surprises like organized traffic and cleaner streets, offering a calmer atmosphere compared to previous destinations.
09:02 🌊 Hulhumale's construction showcases efforts to combat rising sea levels, reclaiming land to accommodate a growing population.
10:44 👙 Swimming in bikinis is prohibited in certain areas due to Islamic customs, reflecting the country's deeply ingrained religious practices.
11:16 🐈 Stray cats populate the streets due to cultural norms, similar to restrictions on swimming attire.
13:32 🕌 The Maldives' Islamic culture influences various aspects of life, including the ban on alcohol and dogs, contributing to low crime rates and strong community bonds.
14:48 🚪 Exploring Male reveals a bustling capital city with high-rise buildings, contrasting the serene island imagery often associated with the Maldives.
16:14 🛍 Local markets offer a glimpse into Maldivian culture, showcasing traditional foods and customs.
17:36 🏝 Venturing to local islands like Huraa provides insight into Maldivian life, with sandy paths and smaller homes creating a cozy atmosphere.
19:46 🎉 Eid al Adha celebrations highlight the blend of Islamic tradition and island lifestyle, with beach parties and festivities.
You had me considering a move. Then you killed the fantasy with the sharks. I can’t do sharks.
Thanks for sharing. I enjoyed your trip too.
Glad you enjoyed it
Thanks, love your content. Maldives is on my list for december. I didnt realise how varied the islands are. I hope they dont allow the streets to be rubbish dumps.
sir i want to ask, in maldives any rent a drone?
I sailed to the Maldives in 2002 and spent a month cruising through the island atolls. Whilst the setting was beautiful, the paranoid beaucracy of the Maldivian officials was rude, unfriendly, disgusting and expensive. Even all the hotel resorts would chase us away because apparently our yacht was ruining the view of their guests.
Anyways, its an over rated destination and won't be going back there in my life time.
Wow!
That sounds like hell of an experience!
While here I have thought many times that I would have loved to see the country before 2009 when it officialy opened it borders to tourists (other than resorts) but now that I see your post I think it is good that I didn't see the country in such paranoid state.
At the moment it really seems like the population is changing fast. Woman are working and divorce rates are high (which is highly unusual for a 100% Islamic country).
But I have to say that the arrogance of the resort islands is still there. They don't want to see us anywhere near their island, yet the local island have a different vibe and people here seem quite welcoming and nice.
@@WildVikingTravelsnothing unusual...women are encouraged to work and be a nice and productive person and contribute to the society..also divorce is also not a tabboo...we have a complete prescribed guide as how to get divorce if either partner are not happy....
Great show! Keep them coming. Just can’t understand why you went to India in the first place.
Beautiful clear blue water island hi from Indonesia ❤
Heyhey.
Yes, the water and the islands are truly beautiful here!
Wow, I love Indonesia.
I had a change to spend 2 months there about 6 years ago and can't wait to go back 😊👍
Wholesome travelling! Wholesome video ^-^
We honeymooned on Biyadoo and spent the full week almost naked!
Best comment! Thank you for this! 😎
So the journey continues. Yay!
So true, many people don't know about this
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I was amazed that u stop talking on the video the moment Azan was called upon. Much respect to you!
Let me explain why most of the local islands in Maldives does not have much people by that time of the year. It’s because most Islanders who wants better job opportunities and good education for their children, they move to male’ and Hulhumale’. One of the reason why it’s over populated. Meanwhile others look to go and live in resorts for employment. And when it’s the local holiday season and the school closes for holidays, these people come back to their birth islands to enjoy their home. And then again leaves back to the concrete jungle when the holiday ends.
The Wild Vikings’ are travellers, not tourists and it’s tourists who always say “Oh these people don’t live as I live”! They will enjoy learning about what the Maldives are all about. Tourists just want the nearest beach, the fewest clothes, a burger and a beer. Hence the comments here, particularly those condemning the chosen faith of the people. So small minded. Best not travel too far, you’ll get upset.
its not like you totally cannot wear bikini totally ...
go to the private resort and go all out ...
they will respect the privacy of each resort ...
It would have been nice to see something about the food, which I believe is very tasty, with lots of fish and seafood, mixed with Indian cuisine
I can’t imagine the shock of going from living in your van to staying in a hotel. The Maldives look gorgeous. “The Terminator” voice🤣🤣🤣
It took me so long to see your video..😂 however it is nice videos
I really appreciate what u try to say about maldives. I came from another island from the world but more or less the truth is always the same in each conuntry. 5 stars hotel doesnt belong to the locals
Great video ,i learnt a lot ...Thanks.
So glad to hear that and thanks for the kind comment!
Excellent video! Subscribed!
Welcome to the channel 🙏😁
The smile on her face shows the excitment
I was there 25 yrs ago it was beautiful with only small beach huts
❤wery nice video thanks 🤩🤩🤩
I've been to vilingili one of my mum's cousins and a few of my cousins used to lived there
dude you say I lost my voice but that voice sounds good for your look 😋
Hahaha 😁. That is true I do enjoy this bass sound myself, but my own voice if a few notes higher 😅.
Was it gas? Why your pilot decided to land there? XD
I would definitely avoid any country under the thumbs of restrictive religions and tyrannical rulers.
As female I just cant relax in muslim countries. Cover my shoulders, knees, sometimes head if going to holy places. I have been in Turkey and Tunisia and tourists place you can be like you are normally, but if you go out from coast, its different story and people are more relious there. As excult member I´m allergy strict religous rules and when I´m on holiday I want to just relax and not fear that i break any relious rules. I wish to visit place like this, but then outside hotel areas I need to act differently. My friend is a gay and he has visitied many muslim countries as gay married couple to them its even more difficult, they cant be as they are, they need to say we are friends, not married couple. I dont think I would like to say and lie that my husband is my brother in their shoes. 😕
That’s pretty much large parts of America then.
@@carolinebennett5615 Absolutely!
@@carolinebennett5615 🙄
Actually, yes. Stay away. We have enough trouble with too many people trying to get in.
@@tiiatuuli339Good. The fact that you can't relax in Muslim countries shows that you are incapable of accepting the truth and disciplining yourself.
Did you exchange some euros in the airport?
Yea, this is an option.
The rate in the airport wasn't too bad, but in town you can probably find even better rates.
And of course you can withdraw from the atms as well.
On the capital island most of the things can be paid for with card as well, but on smaller islands cash is king.
@@WildVikingTravels do you remember what kind of plugs type were in the hotel room? To charge the phone
My most treasured memory of The Maldives is the call to prayer everyday. So beautiful
Lowest in the world? I live 2 meter under sealevel, come see the Netherlands ;). Btw the lowest point here is 6,78 m under sea level, a place called Nieuwerkerk aan den IJssel
We have a lot of white sands here in the Philippine
Hey Joe and Liisu Good to see ye Smiling Again .. Did ye leave the Van in India ?
Stay Free and Safe Travels 👍😊
Heyhey.
Hahh Yea, maldives have been nice to us!
Due to our videos from Iran we could not drive the van back so we decided to put in on a cargo ship from Mumbai. And as long as it's in transit we'll be traveling with our backpacks 👍😁
@@WildVikingTravels good choice of location to Unwindand Recover .. my son was there months ago
go to the Philippines... Boracay and El Nido Palawan is just one of the white sand beaches in asia.. one of the most beautiful beaches in the world