1. Travel adapters
The power plugs and sockets in the Maldives are of type D and G, and the standard voltage is 230 V. Sun Island has type G (UK standard 3 pin).

2. Motion Sickness Medicine 
Prevention is better than a cure. Sea can be quite rough, and everyone who plans to go on a boat trip, and has problems with seasickness, should consider taking medicine. If I had listened to my advice, my diving trip would be much nicer. 

3.  Dry Bags
Dry bags are essential if you’re going on snorkeling or diving trips. Pack a small dry bag inside your daypack for boat trips or use a waterproof phone case to keep your phone and other gadgets dry. 

4. Underwater Camera
The world down there is amazing, and make sure to bring home some fantastic memories. But remember, touching marine life is a big no-no for all divers and while you can bring home some nice photos, please leave everything else in the ocean. Except for trash. It is ok to bring the trash out.

 5.  Sunscreen
Bring lots of sunscreens, and make sure it has double protection. It should protect both your skin and the reefs. I have tried some creams, that are considered reef safe and my favorite at the moment is from Caudalie. The sunscreen is reef safe, and it absorbs nicely into the skin. Caudalie has also partnered with Reef-World and is supporting the Green Fins. So double shout out to them. 

6. Sunglasses 
Protect those beautiful eyes with a nice pair of sunglasses. They are not only stylish but they also prevent sun-related health problems, like glaucoma, skin cancer around the eyes, migraines, and they give you a better vision. A big plus is also that you can stare if you want to. Nobody will know… 

7.  Sun Hat
Enjoy those sun-soaked days and protect yourself from the heat. And wrinkles. We do not want wrinkles…

8. Snorkeling Gear
Snorkeling gear is personal, especially a mask. And mask clearing sometimes requires questionable treatment. 🙂 Not only owning a mask is more hygienic, but it also fits better, so you can see those spectacular reefs and colorful fishes. 
Fins are also important. I cannot imagine using anyone else’s. They must fit perfectly and give good lift and control over every move. 

9. Swimwear
‘If it requires a bikini, my answer is yes.’ When it comes to swimwear, more is less. And those little pieces don’t take too much space in the suitcase anyway. Do not listen to your other half telling otherwise. 

10. Summer and beach dresses.

11. Longer dresses and sleeves for local islands and Male. Read more in the first section, private or local island. 

12.  Shoes
All you need is flip-flops and diving shoes. Ladies, no heels. I mean it. You will stand out and not in a nice way. 

13. Shorty
We used a 3mm shorty for diving and it was perfect. Water is warm even at 30 m. 

14. UV Protection Clothing 
Not only does it protect from sunburns but also reduces the amount of used sunscreen. It is worthy to invest in quality ones, which can last many years.