New Delhi: Whenever someone thinks of going outstation for vacations, places like Lakshadweep and Maldives are the first ones to come to mind.
Notably, most people have this stereotype that since Maldives is outside of India, it will be more exotic and exhilarating than Lakshadweep islands since it is part of India.
However, these facts are actually far-fetched, as there is nothing you can do in Maldives that you can’t do during your visit to Lakshadweep.
In reality, you actually take part in the similar kind of things by spending a much larger sum of money, than what will actually cost on your dreamy visit to the islands of Lakshadweep.
Today we will tell you the top 10 reasons why Lakshadweep should be your destination of vacation, instead of Maldives.
1] It’s affordable
One of the most important reasons behind visiting Lakshadweep islands instead of Maldives is the fact that it will cost you almost 50 per cent of what your total expenses will be on a visit to the literal Money islands.
Maldives also has lots of hidden charges, which can easily be avoided by visiting Lakshadweep.
2] Easy access
Whenever you are leaving for the Maldives, you have to book international flights, and since it is one of the busiest places in the entire world, the chances of you getting your bookings on time and affordable are next to impossible, while on the other hand, Lakshadweep is part of India, so you have to only pay for the domestic flight charges, your planning will be much smoother and relaxing.
3] Safer option
One of the biggest reasons for opting to go on a vacation is to feel relaxed and calm. However, since Maldives is the hub for international tourism, it also has a much higher crime record than that of Lakshadweep, making the Indian paradise a much safer option to let go of yourself.
4] Explore the unknown
Being a tourist spot for the whole world over a larger period of time, there is hardly anything new left to explore. Meanwhile, the islands of Lakshadweep allow you a much larger spectrum of exploration, making your visit more special and unique.
5] Cultural History
While Maldives, being one of the best vacation hubs in the world, attracts a number of tourists from around the world, making the working and life somewhat static, meanwhile Lakshadweep, along with the modern-day twist, holds the magic of local culture, making your vacation more vibrant.
6] Sense of freedom
Maldives has a total of 200 inhabited islands, most of them working in their own manner, which most of the time forces you to look for travel guide plans and a fixed schedule to follow. While Lakshadweep might be a little small, it allows you to move around freely on your own accord, giving you a much greater sense of freedom and control over your vacation.
7] Less official hassle
Even though you are allowed to have a VISA on arrival in Maldives, there is a much longer process of official documentation that needs to be taken care of before you even actually step foot in the country, while in Lakshadweep, it’s your own country with same currency, just get out of the airport and enjoy.
8] More exotic flora and fauna
One of the best parts of visiting any island is witnessing its exotic underwater beauty, and in comparison to the Maldives, Lakshadweep is home to a bigger unexplored species of flora and fauna, which will make your vacation much more enticing and adventurous.
9] Less crowded
In Lakshadweep islands, there are few islands that bear home to some of the most picturesque natural beauty and are only for tourism purposes, making these islands less crowded and giving you your money-worth experience.
10] Supporting Indian tourism
The biggest reason to choose Lakshadweep over Maldives, would be supporting the growth of your own nation and promoting local tourism, which will help the authorities to create some extra capital, which can later be used for the welfare of you and your countrymen.