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Maldives - Tipping
Officially, tipping is not encouraged in the Maldives, but if the service is good it is customary to tip waiters and room staff in the resorts, even if a service charge has already been added.
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General Information
Capital:
Male
Government:
Presidential Republic
Currency:
rufiyaa (MVR)
Area:
298 sq km
Population:
396,334 (2010 est.)
Language:
Dhivehi
Ethnic Groups:
Dhivehi 100% (excluding foreigners)
Demonym:
Maldivian
Religion:
Sunni Muslim
Time Zone:
UTC +5
Drives on the:
Left
Electricity:
220V/50Hz (European or British plugs)
Internet TLD:
.mv
Country Code:
960
International Access Code:
00