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Maldives: Costs and restrictions eased for small cruising yachts

by Noonsite 30 May 2020 04:38 UTC
Maldives - Blue Planet Odyssey © Cornell Sailing Events

At last what was hoped for, then delayed due to Covid-19, has now been implemented and cruising yachts can enjoy more cost-effective cruising and easier formalities in the Maldives once borders re-open.

  • Charges reduced for yachts less than 15 metres.
  • Extension of time frame to appoint an agent to 72 hours.
  • Stopovers for fuel, provisions, supplies now permitted without an agent.

Find out more at this news item, and discover what the Maldives has to offer at this cruiser's report.

This article has been provided by the courtesy of noonsite.com.

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