I have been most impressed with the idea of the Maldives and have had a rather to good price to vist the Thulhagiri Island resort, ANy one have any good alterntive ideas or has been there. Many thanks for your help
2006-10-17 22:42:28 · 14 answers · asked by X2 epsilon 2 in Travel ➔ Other - Destinations
Maldives is an archipelago, meaning a large group of islands. It is remarkably known as the world's final tropical island paradises in the central Indian Ocean. This immaculate tropical island attracts tourists and visitors from all over the world with its yearlong prosperous sunshine, green palm trees, pristine white beaches, mind-boggling turquoise lagoons and pure white sandy beaches.
The republic of Maldives is located about 600 kms inn the southwest direction from the countries of India and Sri Lanka. Maldives comprises of 26 atolls and lies close to 1200 islands of which only 201 are inhabited. The coral islands are just a little higher than the sea level. They are quite close to each other and thus share great fishing environ and excellent diving and snorkeling.
If you are an enthusiastic scuba diver or a great lover of adventure sport, Maldives is an ultimate destination for you. You can have a marvelous scuba diving here with in the set of all perfect locations. You can also gaze at the fabulous coral reefs and the rich marine life under the crystal clear water in Maldives. Maldives is a heaven of sea birds also, thus a great number of low budget backpacker tourists and also the amateur anthropologists are attracted to come to Maldives.
The tourism industry of Maldives is being structured with a well-planned strategy. The aim here is to emphasize quality over quantity in Maldives. The tourism industry wants to minimize the impact of tourism on the natural environment. The result has been in the benefit of tourists only. As a direct result from it, the high-quality island resorts have come up on the beautiful setting of Maldives and make every possible attempt to notonly sustainable the tourism development of Maldives but also to provide excellent comfortable services to tourists coming to Maldives.
Male'
Male' is the capital city of Maldives. It is also the biggest commercial centre, and the place from where the government of Maldives operates. Many important landmarks important from the view of history and religion are located here. Known in ancient times as the Sultan's Island, Male' is a clean and tidy city with markets, mosques and small streets. The city has a certain charm of its own; it is the busiest and the most populous island in Maldives.
Among the famous tourist attractions of the city, the main attraction is the National Museum. It houses ancient exhibits of the sultans' belongings, Thor Heyerdahl's archaeological discoveries and stone carvings. Near the museum is the lovely Sultan Park. Also lie nearby the magnificent white Islamic Center and Grand Friday Mosque whose decorative golden dome dominates the city's skyline. The Grand Friday Mosque is the biggest mosque in the Maldives. It has unique minaret and tombs of national heroes and it also houses the Islamic Center. The other important sites in Male' include the tombs of legendary saints, 'Muleeaage', the Presidential Palace and the National Museum in the Sultan Park, which shows the glories of the ancient era. Malé is packed with buildings, roads and still many open spaces. The population of Male is around 65, 000.
Atoll Resorts
Most of the resorts in Maldives are located in the three atolls that are closest to the capital. They are North Malé Atoll, South Malé Atoll and Ari Atoll. All the resorts here are gorgeous and offer a discreet array of the white sand, blue sea and swaying palm trees. There are great diving possibilities in all the three atolls. Though the three atolls are apparently similar, they differ considerably in their services of comfort, cuisine, clientele, character and their aptness for diverse excursions and activities. Malé offers reasonably priced food and accommodation opportunities. A couple of cinema halls in Maldives show Hindi epics and Hollywood blockbusters. Other places to hang around here are; the fish market, Baa Atoll, Kudahuvadhoo and Fuamulaku are the calm, peaceful and solitary islands of Maldives to grant pleasure for your senses.
Hotels...
Name: Banyan Tree
Facilities: Located in the North Male Atoll, Banyan Tree is easily accessible, just 20 minutes away by speedboat from Male.
For accommodation, Banyan Tree offers 48 Villas in four categories, in all. Jacuzzi Oceanview Villas come with the facilities of sundeck, private open air jacuzzi, private sala or pavilion, king-sized four poster bed, landscaped walled garden, recessed sitting area, step-down shower, in-villa safe, mini-bar, coffee and tea making facilities, hairdryer, bathrobes, IDD telephone, etc. Jacuzzi Beachfront Villas are located beautifully on the beach and also have a small courtyard garden in the vicinity. Deluxe Jacuzzi, Oceanview and Beachfront Villas are more spacious hotels. A Presidential Villa houses about 1 to 6 people.
The other services and facilities of Banyan Tree are; Buffet restaurant, garden restaurant, cocktail and snack bar, sandbank dining, in-villa dining, spa, gym, gallery, PADI dive center, snorkeling, deep-sea fishing, night fishing, canoeing, waterskiing, windsurfing, catamaran, sea plane excursions, fun tubes, glass bottom boat, volleyball, table tennis, snooker, badminton, TV room, reading area, board games, health club, island hopping, private yacht charter.
Name: Hilton Rangali Island
Category: Deluxe Resort hotel
Facilities: Located on South Ari Atoll, Hotel Hilton Rangali Island is 35 minutes away by seaplane from Male. The surroundings of the hotel are surrounded by a large lagoon and reef that play host to over a hundred varieties of marine life. The accommodation on the island is basically of pastoral appearance with sprawling luxurious interiors that are spread all over the beaches of Rangalifinolhu. The smaller island of Rangali houses the over-water villas.
For accommodation, Hilton Rangali Island provides 150 Villas in total 5 categories. The totyal 25 Beach Villas are all equipped with, air-conditioning, ceiling fan, mini-bar, bath and shower, hairdryer, coffee or espresso machine, in-villa safe, IDD telephone, deck terrace, open-air bathroom. The 75 Deluxe Beach Villas come additionally with separate outdoor shower, four-poster bed, CD player. The 40 Water Villas come additionally equipped with, private sun deck with steps to the lagoon. Deluxe Water Villas (8) additionally come with: large sitting area with day beds, 34" TV and CD player, dressing room, surround sound system, ocean view bathtub, separate shower, jucuzzi on sundeck. Sunset Superior Villas (2) additionally come with: glass floored sitting area, two bedrooms and kitchenette.
The other services and facilities of Hilton Rangali Island include, main restaurant, over-water restaurant, Japanese grill, Italian restaurant, two Chiva-Som spas, PADI dive center, watersports center, big game fishing, night fishing, diving, snorkeling , excursions, sailing on luxury yacht, tennis, beach volleyball, gym, swimming pool, snooker table, TV lounge and CD library for Water Villa guests, Two private islands for Excursions.
Taj Exotica
Taj Exotica is located on the South Male Atoll. It is at the distance of 15 minutes by speedboat from Male. The surrounding area of the hotel is near a large lagoon, which makes it ideal for water sports and snorkeling.
The accommodation of Taj Exotica includes, 64 Villas, all come with: air-conditioning, personal bar, satellite TV, DVD player, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities, IDD telephones, internet connection, personal safe, double vanity, bathtubs overlooking the ocean, showers in the bathrooms. The 4 Beach Villas come additionally with private verandahs with sun beds, tropical outdoor shower in walled garden. The 4 Deluxe Beach Villas additionally come with oversized plunge pool. The 24 Lagoon Villas are semi-detatched and have private sun deck and lounger, stepladder access to the lagoon. The 31 Deluxe Lagoon Villas, details as above, are detached. The one Rehendi Suite additionally comes with living room, master bedroom, glassed bathroom outdoor jacuzzi, private spa.
The services and facilities of Taj Exotica include two restaurants, bar, private beach dining, 24 hour in-villa dining, boutique, laundry service, living room, library, billiards and indoor games, sunset fishing, big game fishing, seaplane photo flights, over-water fitness center, island excursions, The Taj Spa, snorkeling trips, PADI dive center, infinity swimming pool, football, volleyball.
2006-10-18 00:55:15 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Canaries are really good in winter, nice and warm !!
Probably be a bit cheaper than the Maldives etc, why not give it a try !
We went to Fuerteventura last week, weather was 28/29*. Got a great tan too.............stay in the Elba Sara Hotel in Caleta De Fuste..............absolutely beautiful !!
2006-10-17 23:04:28 · answer #2 · answered by gary j 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I went to the Maldives last month... Best Holiday ever!!!! If you go make sure you go to the Kuredu Island as they have more activities than all the others and it is absolutly beautiful!!!!!!
2006-10-17 22:44:10 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-05-21 23:00:22 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
How about Phuket and the PhiPhi Islands in Thailand, very beautiful.
If you want more of traveling adventure why not try a scooter drive around the island of Taiwan.
2006-10-17 22:44:26 · answer #5 · answered by Tannas 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
places around Kerala, India would be good too. like backwaters or the island cluster of Lakshadweep? they are not that far off maldives.
They are very green and some places should be very quiet too.
2006-10-17 22:46:19 · answer #6 · answered by sram 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maldives are more the seclusive tipe. Try GOA, very friendly and quiet, many beaches...
2006-10-17 23:19:14 · answer #7 · answered by nunocountry 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Gambia in Jan, heaven! warm, friendly and cheap. I've been for the last three years, sunset beach hotel! If you go say Hi to Harold and Sam Sam for me!
2006-10-17 22:44:45 · answer #8 · answered by spikycacti 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why don't you go skiing? A lot of fun and good exercise but can also be relaxing. Try France, Italy, or Switzerland. Or if you can afford it, the US.
2006-10-17 22:45:51 · answer #9 · answered by b97st 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ive been to Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Australia in January, if you can afford it head off to Oz its fab!
2006-10-17 22:50:51 · answer #10 · answered by Annie M 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hi bud go to the north ov goa its fab cheap and lots to do
2006-10-18 05:33:29 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋