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  • Top Reasons to Visit the Maldives During the Summer Season
    Summer is coming! It’s not the high season in the island nation of the Maldives but temperatures stay tropical and tourism continues to boom.  What brings people to the constant summer nation when they could stay home and enjoy the … Continue reading → […]
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  • The Stars are Out in the Maldives – Dive Into Island Stargazing
    The isolated islands of the Maldives seem lost out in the middle of the Indian Ocean.  At night when the stars come out you’ll no longer feel that way though.  Gazing at the sky places you right under the same … Continue reading → […]
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  • Dive Remote Maldives Regions Through Local Airports
    With minimal roads and dominated by water, by boat is the most common way to travel in the Maldives island nation; next most popular is by air.  Seaplanes are popular for resort tourists with the largest fleet of seaplanes in … Continue reading → […]
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  • Discover the Weird and Wonderful of the Underwater Maldives’ World
    To stand out or to blend in with the crowd – those who deviate from “the norm” in our society generally tend to do one or the other.  Likewise, the strangest of the Maldives either seem eager to show off … Continue reading → […]
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  • Where Past Meets Future You’ll Find Maldives Wreck Diving
    What’s never been alive but can come to life?  When is a looming fear also a light of hope?  I’ve never been good at riddles so, fortunately, the title gives away the answer: Maldives Shipwrecks.  Ships that were originally thought … Continue reading → […]
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  • Top Reasons to Visit the Maldives During the Summer Season
    Summer is coming! It’s not the high season in the island nation of the Maldives but temperatures stay tropical and tourism continues to boom.  What brings people to the constant summer nation when they could stay home and enjoy the warmth of their own summer season?  There are many reasons summer is spectacular in the […]
  • The Stars are Out in the Maldives – Dive Into Island Stargazing
    The isolated islands of the Maldives seem lost out in the middle of the Indian Ocean.  At night when the stars come out you’ll no longer feel that way though.  Gazing at the sky places you right under the same sky you’re familiar with – no matter where you’re from.  What you will notice about […]
  • Dive Remote Maldives Regions Through Local Airports
    With minimal roads and dominated by water, by boat is the most common way to travel in the Maldives island nation; next most popular is by air.  Seaplanes are popular for resort tourists with the largest fleet of seaplanes in the world per capita taxiing resort-goers around the country.  Domestic flights also fly between local […]
  • Discover the Weird and Wonderful of the Underwater Maldives’ World
    To stand out or to blend in with the crowd – those who deviate from “the norm” in our society generally tend to do one or the other.  Likewise, the strangest of the Maldives either seem eager to show off their design or quick to blend into the background.  Divers can set a challenge for […]
  • Where Past Meets Future You’ll Find Maldives Wreck Diving
    What’s never been alive but can come to life?  When is a looming fear also a light of hope?  I’ve never been good at riddles so, fortunately, the title gives away the answer: Maldives Shipwrecks.  Ships that were originally thought to have been past their prime are now adding to the underwater life in the […]
                                   


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Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 06:07 AM
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And so could you! Meet this near centennial couple having  a blast at the Maldives!

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Delighful Couple If This Couple Could Have Fun In The Maldives

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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Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 06:07 AM
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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 The Asian Wok Maldives

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.

The Asian Wok Maldives Inside The Asian Wok Maldives

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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Monday, July 5, 2010 @ 04:07 AM
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Blending splendid villa living and holistic spa pleasures on the best beach in the world! Angsana Ihuru is a guaranteed to give you a truly unforgettable holiday!

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The Angsana Ihuru Maldives is located close to the Male International Airport. A blissful 20 minute boat ride away after that your senses will be stunned with the beauty of the Angsana Ihuru which means “old palm leaves” in the local spoken language. This island resort is considered to be the most photographed Maldives Island.

The Angsana Ihuru Resort and Spa Accommodation

45 stunning villas beautifully scattered around the sandy ring of the island all guests are guaranteed a azure panoramic view of the beautiful Maldives ocean! The villas can be described as sleek, modern and ultimately amazing. Laden with earthy natural feeling colors that extenuates the tropical lifestyle that one should enjoy when in the Maldives. The bathrooms are open to the sky with the clear cool water pouring out of a stone granite column. Each villa also has a veranda facing the ocean with a uniquely Maldivian swing called the “joli” in a small private garden. In short all the villas are truly delightful.

The Angsara Inhuru Resort Dining

The best food prepared by the best chefs with the best and freshest ingredients. Dine wherever you want! on the beach, in your villa or on a private remote sandbar or small island. Chefs of the Angsara Inhuru are known for their unique take on harmonious Asian and Mediterranean flavors for those magical meals by the sea.

The Angara Inhuru Spa

The Essence of Angsana Spa is located at the middle of the island and it is composed of eight amazing treatment rooms where guests will take the holistic rejuvenating journey of aromatherapy and massage. The therapists of the Essence were specially trained in the renowned Banyan Tree Academy in Thailand. Be sure to feel like a newborn!

Scuba Diving in the Angsana

The Angsana has a famous house reefs in the Maldives so make sure you take the opportunity to scuba dive or snorkel when at the Angsana. Take on the adventure and don your mask and fins and explore the underwater wonders of the reef, with a biodiversity of 140 species and perhaps the most beautiful coral formations can be had at the Angsana.

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Thursday, July 1, 2010 @ 03:07 AM
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One of the Male’s most popular excursions is the Whale Submarine! Find out why its a must!

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The Whale submarine unfortunately is not for whale watching. Its main purpose is for looking at life on the reef. It is highly recommended for kids and most non-scuba diving folk. As the submarine departs from a point off the coast you have to get a boat from either the airport or jetty number 1. One boat picks up from both to take you to the whale submarine. You should book ahead of time and make sure you get on the boat around 30 minutes before the schedules submarine departure.

The Whale Submarine takes a few minutes before it gets into its dive spot and then descends at about 35 meters while the passengers can gaze out through large round windows. Here they will begin to see a huge variety of fish that are attracted to the food that the submarine dispenses around it. The view of the underwater life is great! you can even spot the smaller creatures like lionfish and clownfish that live on the anemones. The sub then nears a reef wall and lights up the whole reef area to show natural occurring colors within the spectrum of the sea. Its really quite an amazing color splash!

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Wednesday, June 30, 2010 @ 04:06 PM
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Visit the Maldives and make sure you experience at least one of these architectural and culinary marvels!

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The Maldives is a tropical island paradise that offers the ultimate island getaway. Island Resorts offer escape and luxury along with the highest level of service. Holidays here are all about no shoes and no news; strolling down or relaxing on the beach, water sports and the exquisite dining, be it on a private beach, your very own sandbar barbecue or in the best restaurants in the world with the freshest and best ingredients. The Maldives offers luxury accommodation like nowhere else and this is no different when it comes dining. Here’s a look at some of the most exotic dining locations to choose from:

Ithaa Underwater Restaurant, Conrad Maldives Hotel

Situated 15 feet below the surface of the Indian Ocean, this is the only all-glass, undersea, aquarium style restaurant on the planet. Surrounded by the world famous Maldivian coral reef on all sides, dine while manta rays and other exotic, colourful marine life glide by. The restaurant only seats fourteen diners per service so is extremely exclusive. The food at the restaurant is as good as the surroundings serving a world-class fusion of Maldivian and Western cuisines. The restaurant is also famed for its champagne selection and cocktails and each diner is presented a genuine fresh pearl.

The 24 Degrees, Taj Exotica Resort & Spa

A far more casual dining experience than Ithaa but by no means casual in its service and quality. The chefs here offer to personalise any dish and this al fresco restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 24 Degrees is famed for its traditional Maldivian breakfast dishes but the curries available on the pan-Asian evening menu are what draw people from all over the islands. The traditional Maldivian vegetable curry is a popular choice and the desserts here are worth more than just a mention. Everything is cooked before your eyes in the display kitchen and you can be sure you’ll be getting magnificently prepared food made from the finest and freshest ingredients.

The Ocean Pavilion

If you want the most romantic and personalised dining experience available in the Maldives, arrange a meal for two in The Ocean Pavilion. This stunning dinner setting is located around a mile off the coast and surrounded by the Indian Ocean on all sides. It is only reachable by boat and once booked you’ll be chauffeur sailed to the venue and left with a mobile phone so you can arrange to be collected. The set menu features a chilled selection including caviar, lobster and champagne and the decor is littered with candles, big cushions and flowers making it the most magically romantic setting.

For more information on the Maldives, please visit www.wwwmaldives.com! Book your next summer holiday at the Maldives at www.maldivesdivetravel.com!

Wednesday, June 30, 2010 @ 11:06 AM
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Make no mistake in having the best summer holiday vacation of your life with the One and Only Maldives Island Resort!

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The One And Only Maldives

This wonderful island resort is a place of wonderful blue ocean and and turquoise lagoons. A jewel among a string of coral atolls, lagoons and white sand. It is a wonderful sunny holiday of privacy, warmth and magic. A promise of great memories food and service and most importantly a promise of satisfaction and fulfillment along with the realization that the wonderful things in this life are just around you. The One and Only Maldives offer the ultimate holiday getaway for those who are seeking the epitome of summer holidays on the best tropical setting in the world. The Maldives! The One and Only Maldives was named one of the best hotel island resorts in the world by Conde Nast UK Travelers. Located at the island of Reethi Rah just 35 kilometers from the HuleHule Airport. Come to the One and Only with style and avail of the 75 minute luxury yacht trip from the airport to the island of Reethi Rah.

One and Only Maldives Accommodation

With 130 villas to choose from; those who frequent the Maldives always recommend the Water Villas because they provide the exceptional experience of privacy and oneness with nature at a level that no land based or bungalow can provide. The water villa of the One and Only Maldives is situated above the crystal azure waters of the lagoon, giving you direct access for easy breezy snorkeling and cooling off with split level verandas and steps directly to the ocean. The water villas are connected by walkways from secluded points on the island. Providing a truly private and intimate natural experience. The villas have outdoor covered terraces to enjoy the azure horizon of the Indian Ocean. Of course other villas are also available for all discerning guests.

The One And Only Maldives Dining

The One and Only Maldives incorporates with its restaurants a innovative and fresh cuisine state of mind. Guests shall enjoy a level of service and culinary creativity that is unsurpassed in tropical island resorts. With only one aim and that aim is perfection. The resort features its own organic Chef’s Garden and special items such as high quality and hard to find kinds of beef, pork and spices. The One and Only Maldives dining experience can be described as perfect through passion and flair!

The One and Only Maldives Activities

For those who want to experience the height of relaxation and rejuvenation the Spa of the One and Only Maldives is a sure bet. Located at a secluded area of the resort with expansive relaxation lawns and manicured gardens the One and Only Maldives The Spa commands a immense space with spectacular views of the ocean. The natural and healing therapies are conducted in eight luxurious treatment villas, each with its own thatched roof and designed to instill a deep soothing effect via the environment. Guests must try getting treatments on the over-the-water double treatment suites.

Scuba Diving at the One and Only

It is usually a great idea when in the Maldives to Scuba dive or at least do some snorkeling. Why? because it is the best place in the world to do so! The One and Only Maldives is a within proximity of the best Thilas, giris, drop-offs, corners, channels, and wrecks. The One and Only is probably one of the best and safest places to learn Scuba diving. The highlight is probably the 1981 Wreck of the ship the Maldives Victory which is now currently a Rastafari protected marine area with excellent turtle and manta rays lurking around.

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Wednesday, June 23, 2010 @ 08:06 AM
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No shoes no worries! Be carefree like the wind and as passive as the powder white sand in the Sheraton Full Moon Maldives!

Water Bungalow Sheraton Full Moon Maldives

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Bridge from Water Villas Sheraton Full Moon Maldives

The Furanafushi island is a mere 20 mins speedboat ride from the Hulhule Airport. During this delightful trip is where the feeling of getaway starts! With the amazing views of the Indian Ocean and all its wonderful islands and atolls. Whether its a tranquil haven far away from the daily urban grind or a fun time with friends and family you are sure to find it here at the Sheraton Full Moon Maldives.

Pool Sheraton Full Moon Maldives

Sheraton Full Moon Maldives Accomodation

All the villas of the Sheraton Full Moon Maldives have been reconstructed to provide a even better experience for its guests. Constructed by a dedicated, skilled and “green” team who possess generations of woodworking skills to accentuate high luxury but at the same time it does not disrupt the natural feel. Of course the villas come with high end luxuries like in-room dining, air conditioning, wireless internet and all that jazz! A popular choice of most guests is the Over The Water Villas or Bungalows. These villas are built over the water with private terraces that give you direct access to the sea, water villas are popular because they provide a high level of privacy and an intimate premise with the lovely turquoise lagoon. The beauty of the Maldives is most of the time difficult to articulate. Please see these wonderful pictures of the Villas!

Beach Villa Sheraton Full Moon Maldives

Dining at the Sheraton Full Moon

Great experiences is always coupled with great food; the Sheraton Full Moon provides top notch cuisine with its bars and restaurants! There is Wine And Dine Restaurant for those who want the perfect wine to fit their perfect courses whether it be Asian, Continental or Mediterranean there is something for you here to indulge in at the Sheraton Full Moon. The Atoll Grill restaurant has a big open kitchen barbecue grill where the guests can sit and wonder at the chefs while they bbq to perfection fine meats and fresh seafood, the menu also changes from time to time depending on the fresh catch that is available. The Baan Thai however offers delightful authentic Thai food for those looking for zesty and spicy Asian cuisine. The Drifters is a English type of pub that offers great drinks and entertainment, equipped with a wide array of fine malts to take you to down after a long hoy day under the Maldivian sun.

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Saturday, June 12, 2010 @ 03:06 AM
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Its name is simple. But the dining experience, Unexplainable and Delightful!

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Villa dining Over Water Bar And Lounge Of The Soneva Gili Maldives

Eat, Drink and Rejuvenate

Dining At The Soneva Gili And The Wonderful Over-Water Bar And Lounge

Here, guests of the Soneva Gili shall experience true paradise. The wonderful scenery and experience should be as good as the food. The dining is as good as it gets, we were able to request for a moonlit dinner on our villa and the Main restaurant is just so delightful. The Main Restaurant of the Soneva Gili is located at the west side of the Lakanfushi, has an amazing breakfast menu and of course is able to fill in the requests of those discerning gourmands. The Over-Water Bar and Lounge and is glorious, the mere sight of the establishment will send you to excitement. It offers light meals and a lunch buffet of Mediterranean, fresh of the garden salad, daily fish catch, a delightful array of imported meats and my personal favorite sushi The Over-Water Bar and Lounge is a great place to just be in even with no apparent reason, live slow no shoes; thats what the Maldives is all about. But my favorite part is the customizable menu on the Over-Water Bar and Lounge its like anything you can think of then you order then there is this excitement on what will arrive on your plate, I can probably do that all day and everyday; its just so much fun! For those who want a little at-home dining experience, we recommend the Private Villa Barbecue service. Oh that glorious meat and seafood while lounging away with drinks at the privacy of your own villa. It does not get any better than that.

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Thursday, June 10, 2010 @ 03:06 AM
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The first private island resort in the Maldives! Celebrate life and experience what we mean by tranquil seclusion!

Spend your next summer holiday vacation at the Maldives! Would you like to know more?  Book your trip now! please visit www.wwwmaldives.com and www.maldivesdivetravel.com

Kurumba Maldives Island Kurumba Maldives

Kurumba Maldives Island

Kurumba gets its name from the coconut trees that grow abundantly all over the island. The Kurumba Maldives is the first of its kind; a exquisite private island resort. Experience true serenity and tranquility at the island of Kurumba. Go barefoot and stroll with a carefree whim; dine under the stars and the moon on the beach or wherever you please. A beautiful panoramic view of the island as the azure shoreline glows surrounded by a turquoise lagoon and a natural breakwater of weathered corals.

The Kurumba Maldives Accommodation

Kurumba Maldives Beach Villa Kurumba Maldives

Kurumba Maldives Beach Villa

The Kurumba has a very unique and different approach to its villas. The villas are designed in such ways that they provide 100% privacy and at the same time a high level of comfort and technology without disrupting the tranquil feel of the island. Guests who stay at any of the villas that are available can expect high quality service and amenities. The rooms are very well arranged, designed and the feel is so relaxing upon entering the villas that you immediately feel a the toll of the urban grind being carried away by the sweet smelling cold breeze as it passes through your sun kissed villa.

The Kurumba Maldives Cuisine

Kurumba Maldives Boat Dock Kurumba Maldives

Kurumba Maldives Boat Dock

There are nine different restaurants at the Kurumba Maldives each with its own special cuisine where you can indulge yourself with the best food made with the best ingredients by the best chefs.  There are seven cuisines to choose from the line up of Kurumba Maldives. These meals can be enjoyed in so many different ways from romantic candle lit dinners or grand buffers with live bands and disco. The Kurumba Maldives takes pride it its specialty in private dining; a Crusoe dinner at the Kurumba Maldives is a cruise across the vast azure ocean into the sunset aboard a private yacht. Another popular private dining option that the Kurumba Maldives offers is the Pontoon Dinner wherein guests will dine on a floating Pontoon at the middle of the sea and served with an amazing barbecue meal with only the moon and the soft ripple waves as company; the service comes with a bottle of champagne and includes a 3 course dinner and of course a personal butler.

Kurumba Maldives Dining Kurumba Maldives

Kurumba Maldives Dining

The Kurumba Maldives Scuba Diving

The Maldives is a world renowned diving spot because of its natural geographic formations known as atolls which are majestic upside down volcanoes that are perfect for marine life and all kinds of coral growth. The Maldives is known to house the best dive spots in the world and no Maldives tropical island paradise resort has no PADI or any other scuba diving school attached to it. The Kurumba Maldives housereef is no different; it is home to live coral growths on volcanic mountains which means thousands of different sights, scenes and magnificent fauna for paradise divers!

Spend your next summer holiday vacation at the Maldives! Would you like to know more? Book your trip now! please visit www.wwwmaldives.com and www.maldivesdivetravel.com

Tuesday, June 1, 2010 @ 07:06 AM
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At the center of the Male lies one of the best Thai Restaurants in the Maldives!

Sala Thai Restaurant Maldives Sala Thai At The Male

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Sala Thai is located at the center of the Male International Airport and is usually frequented by those coming in and out of their long flights. Well as we were, they would be in for a gastronomic treat thanks to the Sala Thai Restaurant. Like most authentic Asian restaurants the Sala Thai sports a very minimalistic and effective interior that has a tantric feel. The Sala Thai takes pride in the fact that it imports its ingredients from Thailand every week and has a master chef that is also Thai. How more genuine can we get, Customers must book early for a great meal here at the Sala Thai because the place is only small but the turn overs are quite fast so expect not to wait too long. The service is average but people are just a lot friendlier here.

The Food in the Sala Thai is well for one, very spicy for untrained and/or unprepared palates that will strike me as most likely, European and American. After meticulously scouring at the Menu of the Sala Thai, our minds were made up. But honestly we kind of already knew what we were going to have before coming here being a big fan of Asian cuisine and all. First to arrive was the smoothies that were very good though this would not be a surprise for a tropical place like the Maldives to provide fresh tropical fruit, Otherwise would have been unacceptable. The green mango salad was just delightful and paired with deep fried just caught from the sea fish it made it even more amazingly good. Yummy stir fried beef soup was just heavenly, everything was wonderful. Service is very detailed and friendly, very welcoming. I wish it was at my Hotel Resort! I would have gone here after my scuba diving sessions. Just about everything from the satay, curry and of course the pad thai were great! Just make sure you inform the waiter on how spicy the dishes would be, because the food can be really really hot!

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