And so could you! Meet this near centennial couple having  a blast at the Maldives!

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Meet this delightful couple we met while touring at the island of Dhoni. He was 90 years old and she was 89. They are here in paradise with their daughter. You see at first you think what are they doing here, They look like they could not barely walk around to enjoy the island. But we just found this couple so interesting we decided to sit down with them. They told us quite a lot of stories ( well thats what old folks do right?) After a few good laughs and some old jokes (no pun intended) Then they mentioned that they snorkel around the island at least twice a day. A brief nod from their daughter confirmed it as I glanced my awestruck face at her. If these people can enjoy life to the fullest even with such limitations then how much more can we? This is a good reminder that you are never too old to experience paradise!

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Right by the beach overlooking the neighbouring island of Dhiffushi is where guests can find The Asian Wok.

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The Asian Wok Maldives Walkway Entrance

The mecca of Asian cuisine here in the Maldives. The Asian Wok is one of the Maldives more popular Asian restaurants. The restaurant is famous for their takes on local Maldivian dishes, Sri Lankan, Mongolian and of course Chinese! Upon arriving you get filled with excitement because the aroma starts to invade your senses and your stomach starts wobbling around with joy. The restaurant sported a nice al fresco dining experience under the stars which was a nice distraction while we were waiting for our food.

See all that food inside the Asian Wok Maldives

We ordered stir fried yellow noodles with vegetables, Kutti Rothi which is a kind of stir fried bread with vegetables, Crispy fried tofu which was simple but surprisingly great tasting, a special kind of rice that smelled really nice was served along with a whole plethora of vegetarian fares for our Hindu friend Anil. For me the ultimate surprise was how good the vegetarian dishes were! they were infused with the taste of meat or by some kind of sauce but it was delightful. Stuffing yourself with light vegetables and tofu instead of oily meat is much for satisfying this time around. Don’t get me wrong I am a huge fan of meaty dishes, but today I may consider going veg if the food is this good back home. Another popular fare at the Asian Wok is their iced coffee, it is a good refreshment at any time of the day. It perks you up and cools you down! Ah! the good life! Service was a breeze as can be expect on highly efficient Asian restaurants and the price is really not something you would think about when dining here. I’d pay double and eat here everyday if I could. Good eats!

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A new fresh approach on the Maldives experience with big large tents!

Welcome to the Banyan Tree Maldives

Where all your island resort paradise dreams come true. Come to the Maldives and let Banyan Tree treat you to a world of tranquility and luxury. Give in to the temptation as the powder white sand and the azure crystal clear waters beckon. With  a exclusive cluster of Tented Pool Villas for the ultimate in resort service. The resort is inspired to look like a desert island but don’t get it wrong there is nothing dull or barren about the Banyan Tree is it merely for decor with looks wonderful with the sun shining brightly all the time.

Banyan Tree Private Dining

The Banyan Tree Accommodation

On the freestanding cluster of Tented Pool Villas there is a plethora of functions and features that can be had. Just as one can expect from a top notch hotel resort. The Villas easily inspire a relaxing environment, it also has a high range of luxury services and luxuries that will surprisingly does not disturb the natural flow of the ambiance. A feat that we cannot ignore is the outdoor showers and the service of that oh so attentive island host. Let there be no mistake, the guests of the Banyan Tree have the island all for themselves exclusively. Let loose and enjoy paradise!

Banyan Tree Dining Experience

The Boa Keyo restaurant was named after a indigenous tree that grows around the Maldives. Serving a plethora of delightful Asian and Mediterranean cuisine. Make sure you grace the outer decks as we did so you get a amazing view of the ocean while enjoying a very good meal. Private In-Villa dining is the pride and glory of the Banyan Tree. Enjoy a tasteful in villa barbecue with a wide selection of glorious meat and seafood right at your villa, Goodtimes! We also recommend the Sandbar dining for a unique private experience. The icing on the Banyan Tree dining experience comes in the form of the Madi Dining Experience, Dine on different islands on a master sailing yacht. All you have to do is make arrangements and the rest will be island paradise heaven.

Banyan Tree Scuba Diving

Scuba Diving is a must for those who desire aquatic adventure.  A full list of world renowned dive sites are available for a whole spectrum of beginner or advanced divers. The Banyan Tree resort also houses a fully equipped highly capable PADI dive centre.

J Resort Handhufushi Maldives Review

The J Resort Handhufushi in Maldives is a luxurious paradise island located at the country’s Seenu Atoll. It was formerly known as the Herathera Island Resort, a tourist destination widely renowned as one of the best resorts in this Maldives Atoll.

J Resort Handhufushi Maldives

A 20 minute speedboat transfer from the Gan International Airport will take you to the four-star hotel facility that is J Resort Maldives. The island is simply fascinating, with graceful swaying palm trees in its background, as well as long stretches of powdery white sand beach. If you’re looking for something different and unique, then you’ve certainly come to the right place by going on a holiday at the J Resort Handhufushi Maldives.

J Resort Handhufushi Maldives Accommodations

The J Resort Handhufushi Maldives has 273 spacious and comfortable accommodations. There are 153 beach villas and 120 beach villas with jacuzzi, each designed for you to enjoy a tranquil and relaxing ambiance.

J Resort Handhufushi Maldives Beach Villa

Guest rooms in J Resort Handhufushi Maldives are equipped with modern amenities to provide you utmost comfort and luxury. These include LCD televisions, in-room entertainment systems, high-speed internet access, a mini bar and wine cellar, 24 hour room service, and tranquility beds.

J Resort Handhufushi Maldives Resort Activities

A ton of activities for leisure and entertainment are available for your enjoyment during your paradise holiday at J Resort Handhufushi Maldives. The more adventurous individual can indulge in a bunch of water activities such as catamaran sailing, windsurfing, and snorkeling.

J Resort Handhufushi Maldives Pool

J Resort Handhufushi Maldives has its own dive facility, which conducts all diving activities and excursions in the nearby sites. Those who want to have extreme privacy and relaxation can always get a massage in the spa or play some pool in the game lounge. Either way, the numerous facilities in J Resort Handhufushi Maldives will guarantee that your vacation here in paradise never goes dull.

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The Best Indian Food In Town! or so they say

In this city where there is clearly a lack of specialty restaurants for famous cuisine around the world. The restaurant known as the Poppadums is alluring and quite unique.

The Poppadums‘ tables are set out in a “L” shaped fashion which helps in making the place, even though small from being cramped and stuffy.

Unexpectedly there was only few people at the Poppadums during lunch time, but this small lot really looks like its enjoying the food. The menu of Poppadums is typically one you would find on most Indian restaurants. But in a way this restaurants gives away something more of a promising feel that typical food will not taste typical. Let us find out shall we?

With curiosity and excitement we settled for a feast that includes both the old and new fusion Indian delicacies. First on the table was a rather common drink, called a mango lassi which was quite refreshing on a very hot day and it is a tropical island. The mango lassi unfortunately was a little bit on the green mango side a bit sour and no too sweet. Although this fault can easily slide away because the season obviously dictates that ripe mangoes are somewhat hard to find.

For the main meal there are servings of naan bread, chicken biriyani and masala and raita.

The naan bread is the staple in Indian cuisine it is made from unleavened bread and cooked in a rather odd jar like stove, which requires a lot of skill to operate. Make sure you get to see how naan is cooked and made when you get a chance if reflects hundreds of years of Indian culture that defies the ages. The naan was amazing and was served on silver dishes.

Biryani is well as you can expect the taste was typically Indian and it fails to inspire new sensations on our palate. The presentation was also just as how you would expect friend rice with a lot of herbs would look like. But it is within suspicion that everything was not cooked to fuse flavors properly. Poor indeed.

The raita which the Poppadums is known for this side of town is good, but it does not really make up for the fault in the biryani and the naan, which were really important in enjoying Indian cuisine.

We believe that we may just have been on a case of bad timing or was just served a bad batch. Either way we shall see when be get back and hopefully next time the food will be better.

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MV Orion Liveaboard Review

MV Orion Bow

The MV Orion Liveaboard is one of the most luxurious scuba diving safari ships in the Maldives.  Guests on the MV Orion will enjoy an amazing time, cruising around the islands, atolls, beaches and dive sites of the Maldives, topping up their suntan and delighting in some of the best scuba diving in the entire world.  In total, there are 11 guest rooms on the MV Orion: 2 Suites and 9 Cabins.

MV Orion Liveaboard Diving

The crew on MV Orion are extremely experienced in making your trip safe, secure, enjoyable and memorable.  They are knowledgeable about the Maldives, the local people, the beaches and, most importantly, the scuba diving sites.  While on board MV Orion Liveaboard you are sure to feel like a true explorer as you visit two or three superb dive sites each day.  The routes change constantly, but you can rest assured that your MV Orion crew know the best dive sites to visit according to the time of year and the weather conditions.  Most guests staying on MV Orion are lucky enough to see whale sharks, manta rays, eagle rays, moray eels, reef sharks, napoleon wrasse, among many others.

MV Orion Liveaboard Service

The service on MV Orion Liveaboard is some of the best service you could expect to receive on a liveaboard in the Maldives.  This vessel has been described as the first scuba diving safari ship to offer true “Business-Class” scuba diving liveaboard holidays.  The crew is well-trained, the facilities are impeccable and the overall experience is one that will not be easily forgotten.  The only problem with a holiday on MV Orion is the fact that you will be permanently spoilt for any future holidays you take, especially liveaboard scuba diving holidays!

MV Orion Liveaboard Accommodation

MV Orion has nine regular cabins and two luxury suites.  The most expensive suite has its own private two-person jacuzzi and a private deck. All rooms are tastefully decorated with Asian style, while maintaining all the conveniences you would expect in a Western hotel room, including private hot-water ensuite bathrooms, daily towel service, external windows and soft linens.

MV Orion Liveaboard Photos

MV Orion Liveaboard Contact Information

MV Orion Liveaboard can be booked through Maldives Dive Travel.

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W Spa Maldives Review

Yoga at W Maldives Spa

The W Spa in the Maldives, officially called the Away Spa, is one of the finest spa facilities in the Maldives, and possibly even the whole world.  At the W Spa Maldives, there are 66 square meters of indoor and outdoor treatment areas dedicated to pampering you amid total privacy.  There are 4 luxurious treatment villas at the Away Spa, offering all kinds of delectable treatments and facilities.

W Spa Maldives Facilities and Services

• Indoor Treatment Areas
• Outdoor Treatment Areas
• Celebration Packages
• Sundeck
• Over-water bathing
• Steam Bath

W Spa Maldives Spa Treatments

• Body Treatments, Wraps and Scrubs
• Range of Facials including the Sublime Comfort Facial
• Ayurvedic Therapies
• Range of Massages

W Spa Maldives Photos

W Spa Maldives Contact Information

Away Spa

W Retreat and Spa, The Maldives

Telephone: + (960) 666-2248

Email: wmaldives.welcome@whotels.com

Website: www.starwoodhotels.com

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Conrad Maldives Rangali Island Review

The Conrad Maldives Rangali Island is one of the finest resorts in the Maldives.  A member of the prestigious Hilton Chain, the Conrad Maldives Rangali Island could well be the finest resort in the Chain’s entire portfolio.  Conrad Maldives Rangali Island is an extraordinarily complete resort, with something for everyone, from the culinary enthusiast to the scuba dive aficionado, and everyone in between.

Conrad Maldives Rangali Island

Conrad Maldives Rangali Island Resort Description

The Conrad Maldives Rangali Island is located on the Rangali Island, in the Alif Atoll, about 30 minutes from Male International Airport by sea plane.  The resort comprises 50 Water Villas, 79 Beach Villas and 21 Spa Water Villas

Conrad Maldives Rangali Island Resort is ideal for:

• Couples
• Families
• Individuals seeking a taste of the high life.

Conrad Maldives Rangali Island Resort Room Types:

• Beach Villa
• Deluxe Beach Villa
• Deluxe Water Villa
• Spa Water Villa
• Superior Water Villa
• Water Villa
• Twin Deluxe Beach Villa
• Twin Spa Water Villa
• Twin Water Villa

Conrad Maldives Rangali Island Spa

Conrad Maldives Rangali Island Resort Room Facilities:

• Ceiling Fan
• Air Conditioning
• Dining Table
• DVD Player
• CD Player
• iPod Connector
• Cable TV
• Private Sun Terrace
• WiFi Internet

Conrad Maldives Rangali Island Resort Facilities:

• 8 restaurants and bars, including an underwater restaurant and a wine bar with 10,000 bottles of wine in the cellar!
• Spa
• Fitness Center
• Boutiques
• Scuba diving school
• Personal Trainers
• Gift shop
• Laundry service
• 24-hour reception

Conrad Maldives Ithaa Underwater Restaurant

Conrad Maldives Rangali Island Resort Activities:

• Scuba Diving
• Snorkeling
• Island Hopping
• Desert Island Picnics
• Excursions to local villages
• Sunset Cruises
• Fitness Classes
• Yoga
• Meditation
• Glass Bottomed Boat Cruises

View of Conrad Maldives Rangali Island

Conrad Maldives Rangali Island Resort Contact Information:

• Telephone: +960 668 0629
• Email: maldivesinfo@conradhotels.com
• Website: Conrad Maldives
• www.conradhotels.com

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Hilton Maldives/Iru Fushi Resort & Spa

Iru Fushi Resort and Spa is one of two Hilton hotels in the Maldives, the other one being the Conrad Rangali Island Resort. Both are incredible resorts, standing on their own magical tropical islands.

View of Hilton Iru Fushi Maldives

Hilton Maldives/Iru Fushi Resort & Spa Resort Location

The Iru Fushi Resort and Spa is located on a 52-acre island which boasts some of the most verdant tropical forest in all the Maldives. Apart from rainforest, the island has beautiful white sand beaches, pristine waters and a quite stunning resort.

Hilton Maldives/Iru Fushi Resort & Spa Philosophy

The Iru Fushi Resort and Spa‘s philosophy lies in providing a once-in-a-lifetime holiday experience to all guests, no matter how many times they may visit. Everything, from the quality of the food to the comfort of the rooms has to be first class, otherwise the Hilton is not achieving its mission. This philosophy is obvious in every member of staff at the hotel.

Guest Room at the Hilton Iru Fushi Maldives

Hilton Maldives/Iru Fushi Resort & Spa is Perfect For…

• Couples
• Families

Hilton Maldives/Iru Fushi Resort & Spa Room Types

• King Beach Villa
• King Horizon Water Villa
• King Horizon Water Villa
• King Infinity Water Villa
• King Water Villa
• King Pool Beach Villa

Hilton Maldives/Iru Fushi Resort & Spa Room Facilities

• Spa Bath
• Private Sundeck
• Rain Showers
• Glass Flooring (Horizon Water Villa)
• Bose Home Theater System (Water Villas)

Hilton Maldives/Iru Fushi Resort & Spa Facilities

• 7 restaurants and bars
• Business Center
• Childcare Facilities and Entertainment
• Conference Facilities
• 24-hour room in-room dining

Over-water Bungalow at the Hilton Iru Fushi Maldives

Hilton Maldives/Iru Fushi Resort & Spa Activities

• Beach
• Fishing
• Fitness Room
• Jet Skiing
• Paddle
• Tennis Table
• Playground
• Pool
• Pool Table
• Sailing
• Sauna
• Scuba Diving
• Sight Seeing Tours
• Snorkeling
• Tennis Court
• Water Skiing
• Windsurfing

Hilton Maldives/Iru Fushi Resort & Spa Contact Information

• Telephone: +  960-656-0591
• Website: www.irufushi.com

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Meeru Island Resort Maldives

The Meeru Island Resort in the  Maldives is located in the North Male Atoll, just 55 minutes by boat from the Maldives International Airport in Male.  It is a luxurious island resort, set on its own private island, with very attractive, yet simple beach villas, water villas and honeymoon suites.  In total, the resort has 286 rooms.

Pool at the Meeru Island Resort

Meeru Island Resort Maldives Description

The Meeru Island Resort in the Maldives is an excellent resort with an incredible array of activities and facilities, making it the perfect holiday destination for people looking for the perfect combination of relaxation, luxury and adventure.  The resort is spread out over the entire island, so you will never feel that it is a crowded resort, even though it has a large number of rooms.

Aerial View of the Meeru Island Resort

The Meeru Island Resort Maldives is ideal for:

• Couples
• Families
• Groups

The Meeru Island Resort Maldives Room Types:

• Standad Rooms
• Beach Villas
• Jacuzzi Beach Villas
• Water Villas
• Jacuzzi Water Villas
• Honeymoon Suites

Honeymoon Suite at the Meeru Island Resort

The Meeru Island Resort Maldives Room Facilities:

• Private Patios
• Air-Conditioning
• Ceiling Fans
• Mini Bar
• Tea/Coffee-Making Facilities
• Telephone
• Cable TV
• In-Room Safe
• Turndown Service

The Meeru Island Resort Maldives Facilities:

• Fitness Centre
• Spa
• Dive Centre
• Farivalhu Restaurant
• Maalan Restaurant
• Hungaanu Coffee Shop
• Asian Restaurant
• Goma Restaurant

The Meeru Island Resort Maldives Activities:

• Ocean Pro Dive Centre
• Windsurfing
• Sailing
• Kayaking
• Tennis Courts
• Table Tennis
• Driving Range
• Volleyball
• Badminton
• Fishing Trips
• Sightseeing Trips
• Shopping Trips

The Meeru Island Resort Contact Info:

• Tel: + (960) 664 3157
• Website: www.meeru.com