Maldives

Maldives

Author: Royston Ellis

4th edition • OCTOBER 2008
224 PAGES • 16 PAGES OF COLOUR PHOTOS • 11 MAPS
ISBN: 978 1 84162 266 8

 

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Now in its fourth edition, Maldives is of value to every visitor, from backpacker to billionaire. Attracting jetsetters, honeymooners and those in search of a safe, stylish and hasslefree holiday, the Maldives are changing rapidly. Expanding air links with Europe have made it the world's preferred playground and this edition includes over 20 new resorts in addition to the 90 already covered. Whether you want to visit unspoiled coral reefs on a diving safari, go big game fishing, or sip exotic cocktails before a gourmet meal, the Maldives is the place to experience a simple yet enchanting holiday.


• Fully updated the 4th edition of Maldives now covers the entire archipelago

• Reviews of more than 20 resorts opened since the last edition

• Safari cruises, diving and snorkelling

Maldives Map

Maldives at a Glance

 

Capital City:
Male'

 

Currency:
Rufiyaa (Rf)

 

Language:
Dhivehi, English is widely spoken

 

International Telephone Code:
+960

 

 

ISBN-10: 1841622664

ISBN-13: 9781841622668

 

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Table of Contents

Introduction

Chapter 1 Background Information
Chapter 2 Practical Information
Chapter 3 Resorts: What to Expect
Chapter 4 Safaris, Diving and Other Activities

Chapter 5 Male'

Chapter 6 North and South Male' Atolls

Chapter 7 Ari Atoll

Chapter 8 Nothern Atolls

Chapter 9 Southern Atolls

Appendix 1 Language

Appendix 2 Atoll and Island Names

Appendix 3 Resorts at a Glance

Appendix 4 Further information

Index

Royston Ellis

About the Author

Royston Ellis has been writing about the Maldives for UK magazines and newspapers since he first visited them in 1983. He's the author of Bradt's Sri Lanka and Mauritius guides as well as being the official biographer for the President of the Maldives.

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Notes from the Author

"Visiting the Maldives is going to spoil you for anywhere else. For the visitor everything is so simple, relaxed and stress-free. The Maldivians are a genuine and hospitable people, although reserved, so don't expect instant - and thus quick dissolving - friendships. Even if you do not want to laze in the tropical sun on a white, coral-sand beach, snorkel in turquoise lagoons, dive to discover fascinating reefs, go big-game fishing or windsurfing, be marooned on a real desert island or sip exotic cocktails before having a gourmet-quality dinner, there is still much to see, do and enjoy, gaining an insight into a way of life that seems idyllic to visitors and of which the Maldivians themselves are rather proud.

Royston Ellis is a travel writer and biographer with a specialist knowledge of the Indian Ocean islands. He contributes regularly to airline magazines and has written Bradt's Sri Lanka guide, having lived there now for many years."


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