Any info on the Maldives?

[Guest xiandarkthorne]

I've just been offered a job in the Maldives and I would be grateful for any information on the gay scene there. I realize that it's a Muslim country so I'm not keeping my fingers crossed for a Pattaya or even Kuala Lumpur or Penang-type scenario. Anything you can tell me would be much appreciated as I haven't made up my mind yet - the job offers a good salary but not so good that I couldn't do without it. So, one of the deciding factors for me, would be what to expect as an active, slutty gay man.

[Gaybutton]

So, one of the deciding factors for me, would be what to expect as an active, slutty gay man.

 

I don't know, but you might want to consider making a preliminary trip to check things out for yourself before deciding on whether to take the job.

 

[Guest xiandarkthorne]

Thanks, GB, but after looking up the island which is half an hour away by speedboat from the main one, I decided that no matter how beautiful and peaceful, I don't think I could get all the things I want done in a place that isolated add conservative. At my age and in my present mood, I crave all the sex and excitement I can get!

[Guest fountainhall]

Good decision. Admittedly it's years since I was there, but in the resorts none of the staff were native islanders - partly because Islam is very strong and the government did not want islanders 'corrupted' by foreign influences, even though tourism is their lifeblood. Given the security at each resort, I doubt if there is any gay scene at all.

[Guest xiandarkthorne]

Thanks for the additional information, Fountainhall. I think all things considered, my main reason for turning down the position was less to do with sex than the fact that I did a bit of research on the island in question and found that I might not be able to get a personal internet connection there.

 

Since I am going to look for a UK or US-based agent for my books next year, the last thing I want is to be cut off from the rest of the world, never mind how peaceful or beautiful the isle might turn out to be.