1. The dream holiday prize
An all-inclusive Maldives holiday is one of the most-searched prize categories in the UK - overwater villas, white-sand beaches, flights, transfers and food all included. The current Ultimate Draws Maldives holiday draw covers flights, hotel, transfers and more, so the winner can fly out without spending another penny.
2. What "all-inclusive" usually means
- Return flights from a UK airport for two people.
- Overwater or beach villa accommodation at a named resort.
- Speedboat or seaplane transfers from Malé.
- All meals and (usually) selected drinks at the resort.
Always read the competition's terms for the exact inclusions, travel window and any blackout dates.
3. Cash alternative
Holiday prize competitions almost always offer a tax-free cash alternative - useful if your dates don't work, you'd rather travel somewhere else, or you'd prefer the equivalent value as cash. Full tax detail in our UK prize tax guide.
4. Odds and ticket strategy
Holiday draws often have lower ticket caps than headline cars, which can make odds more attractive than they look. Apply the same principles as any other prize competition: check the cap, enter late, concentrate your budget, and always answer the skill question correctly. Wider strategy in our car competition strategy guide - the same logic applies.
5. Travel admin if you win
- Make sure your passport has at least 6 months' validity from the date of return travel.
- Check current entry rules for the Maldives (visa on arrival for UK passport holders at the time of writing).
- Buy comprehensive travel insurance - the prize covers the trip, not medical cover or cancellation outside the operator's control.
- Confirm baggage allowance with the airline well before travel.
6. Free entry route
Every UK prize competition - holiday draws included - must offer a free postal entry with identical odds to paid tickets. Step-by-step in our free postal entry guide.
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