Paradise on a budget: I'm a travel expert and here's how to have a VERY cheap holiday in the Maldives, from £25-per-night hotels to restaurants serving £6 meals

Thought you needed to be rich for a holiday in the Maldives? She continues: ‘That’s why we started Say Yes Adventures - to offer a budget-friendly package trip to the local islands instead.’ She explains: 'Our 10-day £1,099 Maldives package includes three local islands, nine nights of shared accommodation in three-star beachfront hotels, 16 bucket-list activities, 12 meals and much more from just £1,099 per person.' Kara Wildbur, who runs Say Yes Adventures, explains how to holiday in the Maldives on a budget Kara recommends Thulusdhoo island and describes it as 'famous for surfing' Kara reveals: ‘ I never thought it would be possible and seriously thought we’d “fail” to do it on a budget as soon as we got there. Dhiffushi island has 'beautiful marine life', reveals Kara The travel content creator loves the local islands' 'white-sand beaches' and explains that 'snorkelling in the Maldives is just on another level'. 'I’d much prefer to experience local culture by staying on local islands and meeting local Maldivian people.’ Best thing to do The travel influencer explains: ‘Snorkelling in the Maldives is just on another level to anything I’ve ever experienced before.