Tuesday 20 September 2011

The Maldives - Pure Paradise


With the cold creeping in it's time to start looking into long-haul holidays to escape the Winter blues.

White sands, warm seas, blue skies and glorious heat. The prerequisites for the perfect holiday, but it's often hard to find a destination that encompasses all of these things whilst retaining a feel of untouched paradise.

So, introducing the Maldives – The perfect destination for a holiday that you will never forget.

Whether you're looking for the perfect Honeymoon destination or a far-flung getaway that is custom-made for recharging those batteries, the Maldives are the perfect destination.

The Maldives are actually a series of coral reefs located in the middle of the Indian Ocean. This explains why the islands are so popular with those looking for some of the best diving and snorkelling sites in the world. If you do choose the Maldives, you should take the time to pick up diving qualifications before you go; this way you will be able to take a closer look at the Maldives' major selling point. When you're ready for a spot of diving, head straight for Fushifaru Thila – a dive site where manta rays and sharks are common sights. For another amazing dive site you could float around the eerie remnants of the Maldive Victory – A 110 metre long cargo ship that sunk in 1981.

If diving isn't your thing, there is still plenty to do. The resorts and accommodation are amongst the best in the world and you have a wide variety to choose from. Despite a number of lower-end accommodation options, you will find that The Maldives are still a little on the expensive side, but you certainly get what you pay for in the case of these glorious atolls. We suggest you head to Biyadoo island for a secluded holiday spot that provides you with all of your holiday needs including beach-front luxury accommodation.

For those looking to immerse themselves in the history of the Maldives, there are a number of historical sites dotted around the islands. You can visit Hikkuru Miski in the capital city for an insight into the Hinduism in the Maldives, or visit Sultan park where you can take a stroll around the National History museum. You can also savour Maldivian culinary delights with a visit to the fish market located in Male. You will discover a vast array of species on offer and the often huge fish will make wondering the market a spectacular sight, regardless of whether you enjoy fish or not!

The flight time to the Maldives is around 10 hours. Temperatures are warm all-year-round and are incredibly high in April when they regularly surpass 30-degrees. Search for your Maldives holiday at a big online provider such as direct-line holidays



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