Long Weekend: 6 Atolls In The Maldives To Choose For A Budget Stay

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Budget-Friendly Atolls

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Local Islands

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Consider These

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1. Malé Atoll

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2. Dhaalu Atoll

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3. Ari Atoll

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4. Raa Atoll

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5. Vaavu Atoll

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