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Travel information and tips on The Maldives including passport information, accommodations, transportation to and in The Maldives, attractions and things to see and do, restaurant suggestions, tours, and much more.
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Getting Around In the Maldives
Ferry Service from the Airport
A ferry service is available from the airport island to the capital around the
clock. A special dhoni ferry leaves from the airport jetty to the capital every
15 minutes. After midnight, the schedule changes to one every 30 minutes after midnight.
Set charge per person for the ferry service is USD 1/- during normal operating
hours and a charge of USD 2/- per person at midnight. (prices are subject to
change)
Since the airport island is geographically separate from the capital, the only
means of transport to the capital is by sea.
If required a dhoni can be chartered by for transfer to the capital at set
rates. Further details cab be attained from the ferry terminal at the jetty of
the airport.
As for inter island travel, Maldivian Air Taxi and Trans Maldivian Airways operate special air transfer trips to most of the resorts. This mode of transport is best arranged by your agents or the resort operative. Normally resort operators have arrangements for chartered flights to their resort with either of these parties.
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Cities and Towns In the Maldives
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From a distance, the Club Med Kani emerges like a garden island poised on turquoise waters. This piece of paradise in the Maldives archipelago, exclusively reserved for Club Med guests, has 75 Suites on Stilts* which, viewed from above, resemble a giant palm tree straddling the lagoon. In the heart of luxuriant nature inhabited by multi-colored birds, the rooms offer tailor-made services for demanding Robinson Crusoes. Between diving* in the underwater depths and the pleasure of sampling the exquisite flavors of Asia, Kani is an Eden for all those who love to explore and discover. 850 yards of sumptuous fine sandy beach that runs around the Resort; crystal clear waters at 28°C. The beach is equipped with deckchairs, parasols, hammocks, showers and a beach bar. Gardens of frangipani, eucalyptus, hibiscus and bougainvillea, and some imposing banyan (a type of fig) trees.
In the heart of a magnificent island in the middle of the Indian Ocean, the refurbished bungalows are set between lush vegetation and a magnificent immaculate white sand beach with crystal clear waters.
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Some Suggestions For Accommodations In The Maldives
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Welcome to the Conrad Rangali Island Maldives Hotel.
Discover barefoot luxury at the award-winning Conrad Maldives Rangali
Island resort, set on two private islands among miles of idyllic
white-sand beach and unspoilt reef. Arrive at our Maldives hotel in
style in a seaplane over the lagoon, dine in the world's first
all-glass, undersea restaurant and indulge in luxurious spa therapies.
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 The Conrad Maldives hotel on Rangali Island is the natural home for spa lovers with not one but two spas on its tropical islands. The Spa Retreat is a destination-spa set on stilts over the ocean off the main island, while the Over-Water Spa offers total luxury in glass-floored treatment rooms above a coral reef in the resort's lagoon. This is the tropical idyll at its best. |
The Maldives is one of the most exotic and unique
holiday destinations in the world, with stunning coral islands, endless
turquoise waters and white powdery beaches. Situated in the northernmost
atoll is Beach House Maldives, part of the prestigious
Waldorf Astoria Collection. A destination itself, this luxury resort
offers true Maldivian experiences, complemented by a rich heritage of
service and excellence. A true haven for those who appreciate beauty and
life. The resort offers 83 luxury villas, over water or on
the beach. Each villa is a celebration of distinctive Maldivian
architecture, from the smooth lines and elegant curved roof forms to the
thatched roofs and indigenous wood paneling, all blending seamlessly
into the landscape. Floor to ceiling doors open up to stunning views and
soothing sounds of the ocean. And the luxurious comforts provided serve
to complete the sensory experience of the Maldives. Beach House Maldives offers a
sumptuous range of Maldivian and world-class international cuisine.
Whether in the restaurants and bars, on the beach or in the privacy of
your villa, dining is an essential part of the Maldivian experience. At
Beach House Maldives, PLAY encompasses a wide range of water and land
activities. Whether at the resort's water sports school, the Recreation
Centre, Kids' Club, gym or tennis court, there is always something fun
for everyone of all ages. The resort’s service team is on hand to make
sure that your Beach House Maldives experience is filled with fun and
amazing memories. Shrouded in luxuriant vegetation, embrace nature in
The Spa at Beach House Maldives, a haven of comfort and rest, and a
healing sanctuary for the soul. From a distance, the
Club Med Kani emerges like a garden island poised on
turquoise waters. This piece of paradise in the Maldives archipelago, exclusively reserved for Club Med guests, has 75 Suites on Stilts* which, viewed from above, resemble a giant palm tree straddling the lagoon. In the heart of luxuriant nature inhabited by multi-colored birds, the rooms offer tailor-made services for demanding Robinson Crusoes. Between diving* in the underwater depths and the pleasure of sampling the exquisite
flavors of Asia, Kani is an Eden for all those who love to explore and discover. 850 yards of sumptuous fine sandy beach that runs around the Resort; crystal clear waters at 28°C.
The beach is equipped with deckchairs, parasols, hammocks, showers and a beach bar. Gardens of frangipani, eucalyptus, hibiscus and bougainvillea, and some imposing banyan (a type of fig) trees.
In the heart of a magnificent island in the middle of the Indian Ocean, the refurbished bungalows are set between lush vegetation and a magnificent immaculate white sand beach with crystal clear waters.
Like a modern-day Robinson Crusoe, you'll enjoy this diver's paradise. Bungalows with one upper floor are dotted throughout the island. Numerous single-storey Suites on stilts. Throughout the coconut grove facing the sea, on the ground or 1st floor, with a beautiful view of the gardens
are the Club Rooms. The Deluxe Rooms are ground floor accommodations right by the beach, ideal for lovers. You'll appreciate the open-air bathroom and the sea view from your terrace. For a unique and unforgettable holiday, fall for the charms of
a Suite: from your private terrace you have a magnificent view of the lagoon and can dive directly into the sea. The Suites are accessed from pontoons that form a semi-circle in the waters of the lagoon. Furnished terrace with teak furniture and direct access to the sea.
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Indian Ocean Maldives
For other accommodations in the Maldives, click on Hotels and other accommodations in the Maldives
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Some
Suggestions For Dining In
You can find just about anything you want in the Maldives. For a pretty complete listing of places to dine, click on http://visitmaldives.com/Maldives/where-to-eat.php.
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In The Maldives
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Travel Warning
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Some
Interesting Links For
The Maldives
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helps, dictionaries,
electronic translators,
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a foreign language. Being able to speak at least some of the language in the
country you are visiting will help you have a better time and enjoy your trip
more. Jim.
i-to-i is one of the world’s fastest growing adventure travel organizations. It is unique as they specialize in TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) training and volunteer placements overseas. Each year, thousands of i-to-i volunteers are literally building bridges among communities and earning respect from some of the most important care agencies in existence. The examples speak for themselves. When Save the Children approached i-to-i for assistance with their on-going development programmed for Intibucá, one of the poorest regions in Honduras, they supplied volunteers who are now building homes and teaching English to the indigenous Lenca people. Along with The Maldives, they also operate in several other countries including: Australia, Bolivia, China, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Ghana, Honduras, India, Ireland, Korea, Nepal, South Africa, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.
The Republic of Maldives, or simply the Maldives, is known for
being one of the best tropical holiday destinations in the world. Composed of
1190 coral islands, it is boasts of white beaches, beautiful lagoons, dazzling
underwater coral gardens, and pretty palm trees that sway with the breeze. It is
proud to call itself “the last paradise on earth”, which is an appellation most
tourists that have visited will agree to. For more information, click on
http://www.maldivesnet.com.
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