I was looking up flights from Thailand to India when I found a cheap stopover in Male, the capital of Maldives. I knew I couldn’t pass up this opportunity and figured as a solo, budget traveler that I’d stay on the local island of Ukulhas in Maldives. Surrounded by crystal clear water and beautiful sandy beaches, a local island seemed like a great option. While I missed out on the splendor of room service at my bungalow, my experience of hanging out with locals and learning the culture of Maldives was well worth it. Why Stay on a Local Island in the Maldives? How to Get To a Local Island…