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Dubai/Maldives in May
Posted on 12/27/23 at 9:29 am
Posted on 12/27/23 at 9:29 am
Starting to plan honeymoon for 2025. We want to do Dubai/Maldives and maybe Abu Dhabi. We are looking at early May 2025, anyone have experience tips on weather? I know Dubai will be hot but that won't bother us that much, much more concerned with "rainy" season starting in May in the Maldives. Any experience/advice appreciated!
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Posted on 12/27/23 at 5:52 pm to ForeverLSU5
Not sure what you’re asking exactly. Is there opportunity to change anything?
Only thing that comes to mind, the water clarity is different in raining season vs dry. Can’t remember which is which. If you are getting an overwater bungalow, the deciding factor could be snorkeling opportunities.
Sunrise side vs sunset side. One side could be a better view for sunsets but not as good for snorkeling. We choose the the sunrise side bc they had better snorkeling off the back deck. But if the snorkeling is going to be cloudy, that may be a non-factor.
Only thing that comes to mind, the water clarity is different in raining season vs dry. Can’t remember which is which. If you are getting an overwater bungalow, the deciding factor could be snorkeling opportunities.
Sunrise side vs sunset side. One side could be a better view for sunsets but not as good for snorkeling. We choose the the sunrise side bc they had better snorkeling off the back deck. But if the snorkeling is going to be cloudy, that may be a non-factor.
Posted on 12/27/23 at 10:15 pm to ForeverLSU5
Went to the Maldives at the beginning of June a few years ago for our honeymoon, absolutely breathtaking water even with it raining periodically throughout our stay. Stayed in an over water bungalow it was amazing. I would love to go back there if it wasn’t a 30+ hr trip.
Posted on 12/28/23 at 12:00 am to ForeverLSU5
We did the Maldives as part of our honeymoon in 2022. It was great but we don't feel like we ever need to go back.
Here is the writeup from our trip
Here is the writeup from our trip
Posted on 12/28/23 at 8:07 am to kciDAtaE
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Not sure what you’re asking exactly. Is there opportunity to change anything?
Yeah nothing is booked I just wanted to see if anyone else had been there around that time. Some articles I've read say it rains a ton in the Maldives in May and some articles say it may rain an hour a day if that...
Posted on 12/28/23 at 10:11 am to H2O Tiger
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H2O Tiger
Maybe I'm just dumb but I didn't see when y'all went, what time of the year did y'all go?
Posted on 12/28/23 at 10:47 am to ForeverLSU5
I've never been to the Maldives but I can comment on Dubai. I don't see it being a honeymoon destination is my comment. The heat is real. I thought it was a dry heat but it's more like being in New Orleans in 115 degree heat with high humidity.
Posted on 12/29/23 at 2:31 pm to ForeverLSU5
Been to all 3. 1 day in Abu Dhabi was enough except if you want an extra day for a desert excursion but that can be done from Dubai too.
Posted on 12/29/23 at 3:49 pm to ForeverLSU5
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Maybe I'm just dumb but I didn't see when y'all went, what time of the year did y'all go?
First week of May
Posted on 1/2/24 at 8:14 am to Odinson
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Been to all 3. 1 day in Abu Dhabi was enough except if you want an extra day for a desert excursion but that can be done from Dubai too.
I think we are leaning towards 5ish days in Dubai , 1 day/night in Abu Dhabi, and 5-6 in Maldives. Any must sees in Abu Dhabi? I would really like to go to the F1 track and maybe Ferrari World
Posted on 1/2/24 at 8:15 am to H2O Tiger
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First week of May
Oh awesome that will essentially be when we are planning being there
Posted on 1/2/24 at 8:43 am to Odinson
quote:Yeah I really like Abu Dhabi and have been there a lot but there really isn't anything in Abu Dhabi that you couldn't also do in Dubai
Been to all 3. 1 day in Abu Dhabi was enough except if you want an extra day for a desert excursion but that can be done from Dubai too.
Would at least go for a day or two if you are there and have the time though
Posted on 1/2/24 at 12:36 pm to ForeverLSU5
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Any must sees in Abu Dhabi?
The Grand Mosque would be my #1 recommendation. Structure is beautiful tho the actual inside prayer area was underwhelming to see.
Posted on 2/26/25 at 5:09 am to ForeverLSU5
Dubai in early May is definitely going to be hot, but if that doesn’t bother you, then you’ll be fine. I found the city to be a great mix of modern attractions and cultural spots. Just make sure to stay hydrated and plan indoor activities during peak heat hours. As for Abu Dhabi, the Grand Mosque is stunning in person and worth visiting, but I agree that the actual prayer area inside is a bit underwhelming. Ferrari World is fun if you're into cars and roller coasters.
If you're renting a car in Dubai, don’t forget to top up your Salik balance in advance since you'll be using toll roads a lot. You can easily do it online through Salik recharge on https://paynet.red/salik, which saves time.
If you're renting a car in Dubai, don’t forget to top up your Salik balance in advance since you'll be using toll roads a lot. You can easily do it online through Salik recharge on https://paynet.red/salik, which saves time.
This post was edited on 3/3/25 at 6:27 am
Posted on 2/26/25 at 6:55 am to ForeverLSU5
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5ish days in Dubai
Why?
Posted on 2/26/25 at 11:00 am to LemmyLives
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Why?
Bigger question: why the 2 year old bump?
Is OP still getting married?
Posted on 2/26/25 at 11:07 am to Floating Change Up
I missed that, just saw the last reply today, so I wasn't the instigator!
Posted on 2/28/25 at 12:16 am to LemmyLives
I'm curious to hear how OP's trip went. We're headed to Dubai as part of our Asia trip next month.
Posted on 2/28/25 at 7:41 am to H2O Tiger
Just seeing this lol, we leave last week of April.
Will spend 5 nights at St. Regis on The Palm and 6 nights at Ritz Maldives. Will fly Qatar QSuites DFW-DXB and MLE-DFW and Emirates Boeing 787 Business Class DXB-MLE.
Any tips on restaraunts would be appreciated.
Will try to provide a report when we get back. Most of it booked on points thankfully
Will spend 5 nights at St. Regis on The Palm and 6 nights at Ritz Maldives. Will fly Qatar QSuites DFW-DXB and MLE-DFW and Emirates Boeing 787 Business Class DXB-MLE.
Any tips on restaraunts would be appreciated.
Will try to provide a report when we get back. Most of it booked on points thankfully
Posted on 3/1/25 at 10:02 am to ForeverLSU5
Going to be peak rainy season in the Maldives in May
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