Episode Details

Are the Maldives worth the hype? This episode, co-host Belle Jackson talks about her most recent visit to the island nation.

We're talking about the food, the different types of resorts, their sustainability and, of course, whale sharks. 

Belle stayed at Niyama Private Islands Maldives for the surfing; niyama.com & Avani+ Fares Maldives for the whale sharks; avanihotels.com/en/fares-maldives 

Also, travel comparison and booking platform Omio shares some tips for Travel Tuesday, such as knowing your prices beforehand, get your logins and sign up to newsletters! See omio.com 

And are Australians prepared to go broke for a break? Stay tuned... https://www.finder.com.au/news/action-to-afford-holiday-2025

Kirstie's story on https://karryon.com.au/luxury/overtourism-in-africa-help-or-hinder/ 

Finally, let's start a tea party! Tell us - do you pack tea bags when you travel? Belle's story in the Sydney Morning Herald: https://www.theage.com.au/traveller/inspiration/i-didn-t-want-coffee-so-my-1000-a-night-resort-gave-me-cheap-tea-bags-20251107-p5n8h9.html 

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