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by Paul Terry

Trying to find the definitive tropical paradise to enjoy luxury holidays can sometimes seem a daunting task. Well, not any more. Become introduced to Maldives, a series of more than eighty islands perched in the warmest waters of the world and home to the most brilliantly colored marine life anywhere. Luxury, quality and affordability can all be yours if you wish. Read the rest of this entry »

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No matter who you are or what you are looking for holiday wise there is a place you can go that lets you escape and enjoy a time of fun and not to mention tranquility. Maldives are the place to be for the ideal holiday. There are 80 stunning islands that you can explore along with many activities you can take advantage of. This particular tropical escape has many things to offer from the exciting resorts to the beautiful scenery that you can enjoy with your family or partner.

The monsoonal climate provides lush greenery everywhere you look. The Maldives are located on the equator where the climate changes very little and the temperatures seldom vary further than the perfect 70-80 degrees (F). Cooling ocean breezes keep the inland areas cool even on the warmest days. This tropical paradise has the perfect climate to welcome visitors all year round. Whether day or night, the weather is enchanting and a delight to holiday guests from all over the world.

One of the most intriguing aspects of the Maldives is the marine life. Because these islands are surrounded by some of the warmest and clearest waters in the world, the aquatic environment thrives. While enjoying your Maldives holiday, you can take pleasure in a special recreation by taking a relaxing, yet at the same time, exciting safari cruise. This allows you to take a deeper look into the vibrant and thrilling underwater creatures.

The Maldives have some outstanding activities for the visitors. Surfing, diving, boat rides swimming in the clear, warm waters that surround the islands are among the favorite holiday activities that a Maldives holiday holds in store. Imagine parasailing above the clear waters and looking down to the ocean floor! The scenery and tropical atmosphere make all the activities even more exciting and enjoyable. Island hopping by boat is another favorite pastime. Seeing as many of the beautiful islands as your eyes can imagine is a thrilling activity for visitors from all over the world.

Whatever the reason for visiting the Maldives, you’ll find one delight after another. Spectacular tropical plant life is everywhere on the islands. Gardens abound with beautiful flowers and trees native to this magnificent tropical paradise. The natural panoramas extend spectacular views both on the islands and far out to the blue horizon.

The Bandos Maldives offers wonderful service and great lodgings for those on a budget. The food and suites are of a high standard. Parasailing, skin diving, billiards, water skiing and volleyball are among the activities you can enjoy at the Bandos Maldives. Or you can swim and then relax on the white sands beside a sparkling blue lagoon. All this for only about 800 pounds a week!

Now, if you are looking to go all out, and you want this to be your dream vacation, Reethi Rah Resort is what you are looking for. The price is higher, but it is well worth the cost. From the famous food, to divine service and luxurious accommodations, you will surely enjoy your stay at the Reethi Rah Resort. You would pay around 2,000 pounds per week yet enjoy amazing scenery, privacy and unforgettable activities.

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Contrary to the first impressions of many, the Maldives islands are not especially hospitable to plants, mainly because the soil does not have the nutrients to support a large and varied diversity of plant life. The main type of vegetation include coconut trees, vines, banyan trees as well as mangroves. Also found are Breadfruit trees and Bamboos. Flowering plants include Bougainvillaea and Frangipani.

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Scuba diving in the Maldives is a fantastic experience, besides the islands of the Maldives being a gorgeous place to visit throughout the year because of its warm climate, you will find another world underwater.

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The Maldives is a wonderful destination for a wide variety of travellers – from those seeking complete bliss and Robinson Crusoe type peace & quiet (in an absolutely idyllic surrounding), to beach lovers and diving enthusiasts to honeymooners and romantic couples looking for some enchanting memories in one of the most beautiful places in the world. With a wide variety of resorts to choose from it’s important to research the facilities in a wide range of resorts to make sure that you get whatever it is you’re looking for. For example, some resorts may suit more active travellers while others would be more suited to those looking for a quiet and peaceful stay.

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The Maldives Islands are located in the northern part of the Indian Ocean

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While there are no certain facts it is estimated that the Maldives have been populated as early as 1500 BC, most likely explorers from India and Sri Lanaka (Ceylon). During 1152 there was a conversion to islam although there was a brief period from 1558 to 1573 when the Maldives was taken over and ruled by the Portugese. The islands were also under the rule of the British in 1887. In 1965 the Maldives regained its independent status.

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