Dry yourself off and prepare for a more urban experience as we take you shopping. We would recommend visiting the capital of the Maldives, Malé, where you can mix with the locals while purchasing amazing food, drink and souvenirs to treasure for a lifetime. It offers a lively change of pace to the islands, with scooters zipping between brightly painted buildings and elegant mosques.
The Malé local market is a huge establishment located on the north waterfront. It is a major shopping site for locals as it has a variety of local produce and food. It even has handicrafts, local snacks and gifts. You can find unique food items like bottled pickles and even vacuum-packed smoked fish at the nearby fish market. Club Med offers an excellent guided tour of the area if you want expert advice as you shop.
If you are looking for souvenirs then head for Chaandhanee Magu, another major shopping street in Malé. Instead of general goods and food, it offers locally handcrafted souvenirs and imported items. You can find miniature dhonis (Maldivian sailboats), thundu kunaa (traditional woven mats), coconut products, and various other souvenirs. Your mantelpiece at home will thank you for it.
If luxury shopping is your thing then the local premium shopping outlet at Centro Mall is ideal. This large mall carries numerous brand-name stores offering clothes, home appliances, and multiple dining options from cafes to the popular Manhattan Fish Market. And after a long day of shopping, you can head to one of the mall's salons or spas to unwind.