The Maldives is a popular destination for travellers seeking a warm, relaxing holiday. Since its first resort opened in 1972, the Maldives has flourished as a tropical paradise, complete with cool ocean breezes, crystal clear water and white sandy beaches. Though best known for its resorts, the Maldives is  growing in popularity as a prime destination for scuba diving. Avid divers from around the world flock to the Maldives for the opportunity to spot some of the world’s largest underwater animals, including the whale shark, manta ray, grey reef shark, white tip shark and napoleon wrasse.

Currently, there is little comprehensive information on scuba diving in the Maldives available online in German. Last year, 69,240 German tourists visited the Maldives, representing approximately 10% of total arrivals. Furthermore, Switzerland, where German is one of the official languages, represented 4% of total arrivals.

Mona Sutherland, content editor of Malediven-Tauchreisen, said, “E-MAGINE, S.A. is highly involved in online promotion of the Maldives. We identified a need for a comprehensive informational website about scuba diving in German, and gave the people what they want! Individuals interested in learning more about the dives sites, marine life and liveaboards can find it all at www.malediven-tauchreisen.com!”

Malediven-Tauchreisen, meaning “Maldives Diving Holiday” in German, is a one-stop-shop for information on scuba diving in the Maldives. Visitors can read more about:

Maldives Liveaboards

Maldives Dive Sites

Maldives Marine Life

Maldives News

The Maldives in General

As well as information, visitors can also browse through photos and watch videos of the Maldives.

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Scuba Diving Special Offers – January 2010

Maldives Dive Travel is currently offering some great last minute special offers on scuba diving holidays in the Maldives.  Take a break from the icy winter and spend a week cruising around the gorgeous atolls of the Maldives in complete style.  Enjoy two or three dives every day amid some of the finest underwater scenery in the world.

MV Orion Liveaboard Scuba Holidays

MV Orion is the newest, most luxurious liveaboard in the Maldives.  Built in 2009, this magnificent ship has all the amenities onboard to ensure a comfortable, stylish winter break in the Maldives.

Enjoy a 10-day scuba diving safari on MV Orion for USD $2,990 per person, including all scuba diving, meals and accommodation.  The cruise departs from Male on January 8.  Only a few spaces left.

MV Orion is also offering a 7-day January cruise, departing Male on January 18^th, returning on January 25^th.  This cruise costs just USD $2,093 per person, including all meals, accommodation and scuba diving.

Contact Maldives Dive Travel today to reserve your space on MV Orion this January.

Galileo Liveaboard Holiday Deals

Galileo is one of the most popular scuba diving liveaboard boats in the Maldives, offering an enticing combination of comfort and true adventure.  The boat is extremely well-equipped with navigational equipment that makes it perfect for long adventures at sea.  There are several scuba diving adventures scheduled for Galileo this January, all of which are already confirmed.  Book today, there are only a few places left on board each cruise:

14-night safari from January 4 – 18.  EUR 1,764 per person, including all meals, accommodation and scuba diving

7-night diving safari from January 18-25.  EUR 756 per person, including all meals, diving and accommodation

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Maldives Liveaboards

Maldives Dive Travel prides itself on our diverse selection of high quality liveaboards, hand picked for their adherance to our strict service and safety standards.

Check out the following Maldives liveaboards offered by Maldives Dive Travel!

Black Pearl Maldives Liveaboards

The Black Pearl liveaboard, measuring 95 feet long and 26 feet wide, offers guests seven comfortable cabins, each with air conditioner, en-suite bathroom and one double bed plus one single bed. The Black Pearl liveaboard’s main deck is gorgeous, made entirely out of Balau wood.

The Black Pearl liveaboard offers the following diving holidays in January:

• Monday, December 28, 2009 – Monday, January 4, 2010 – Only USD$198/person per night!
• Monday, January 4, 2010 – Monday January 18, 2010 – Only USD$198/person per night!
• Monday, January 25, 2010 – Monday, February 1, 2010 – Only USD$198/person per night!

Book your Maldives diving holiday in January on the Black Pearl now!

Carina Maldives Liveaboard

The Carina liveaboard, under the professional management of long-time diving instructors Shaahina and Gert, attracts many repeat bookings from all over the world – the ultimate reward for any high-quality safari operation. Currently, Carina is the only liveaboard in the Maldives that offers ENOS-diver-location security equipment.

The Carina liveaboard offers the following diving holidays in January:

• Monday, December 28, 2009 – Monday, January 4, 2010 – Only USD$172/person per night!
• Wednesday, January 6, 2010 – Wednesday, January 20, 2010 – Only USD$172/person per night!
• Wednesday, January 20, 2010 – Wednesday, January 27, 2010 – Only USD$172/person per night!
• Saturday, January 30, 2010 – Saturday, February 6, 2010 – Only USD$172/person per night!

Book your Maldives diving holiday in January on the Carina now!

Dream Catcher II Maldives Liveaboard

The Dream Catcher II liveaboard, built in 2008, has everything: a great atmosphere, lots of space and outstanding scuba diving. Dream Catcher II liveaboard, available for single and group bookings, offers a great combination of luxurious accommodation and modern facilities that will make your scuba diving holiday in the Maldives a most memorable occasion.

The Dream Catcher II liveaboard offers the following diving holidays in January:

• Saturday, January 30, 2010 – Saturday, February 6, 2010 – Only USD$244/person per night!

Book your Maldives diving holiday in January on the Dream Catcher II now!

Galileo Maldives Liveaboard

Certified according to the strict guidelines of German Lloyd, the Galileo liveaboard can venture further afield than the usual dive cruise routes. The owner of the Galileo liveaboard is a diving instructor, possessing 20 years diving experience in the Maldives. Choose from 423 dive spots in the on board GPS. Briefings are held in English and German.

The Galileo liveaboard offers the following diving holidays in January:

• Monday, Jan 04, 2010 – Monday, Jan 11, 2010 – Only EUR€126/person per night!
• Monday, Jan 11, 2010 – Monday, Jan 18, 2010 – Only EUR€126/person per night!
• Monday, Jan 18, 2010 – Monday, Jan 25, 2010 – Only EUR€108/person per night!

Book your Maldives diving holiday in January on the Galileo now!

Island Safari 2 Royal Maldives Liveaboard

Island Safari 2 Royal liveaboard was launched in 2007 and boasts 8 deluxe rooms and 2 suites, offering up to 20 guests plenty of space and comfort for an unforgettable diving holiday! All cruise dates on offer at Maldives Dive Travel are guaranteed to take place – in other words: there is no minimum booking requirement!

The Island Safari 2 Royal liveaboard offers the following diving holidays in January:

• Saturday, Jan 09, 2010 – Saturday, Jan 16, 2010 – Only USD$250/person per night!
• Saturday, Jan 16, 2010 – Saturday, Jan 23, 2010 – Only USD$250/person per night!
• Saturday, Jan 23, 2010 – Saturday, Jan 30, 2010 – Only USD$250/person per night!
• Saturday, Jan 30, 2010 – Saturday, Feb 06, 2010 – Only USD$250/person per night!

Book your Maldives diving holiday in January on the Island Safari 2 Royal now!

MV Orion Maldives Liveaboard

The MV Orion is a brand new, luxurious super cruiser eager to chaperone guests to some of the Maldives most alluring dive sites. When on board the MV Orion, guests can enjoy a library, bar, jacuzzi and top of the line massage services.

The MV Orion offers the following diving holidays in January:

• Friday, January 8, 2010 – Monday, January 18, 2010 – Only USD$299/person per night!
• Monday, January 18, 2010 – Monday, January 25, 2010 – Only USD$299/person per night!

Book your Maldives diving holiday in January on the MV Orion now!

Nautilus One Maldives Liveaboard

Measuring 30 metres in length, the Nautilus One liveaboard is much more than just a safari boat. Built entirely from timber in the traditional Maldives shipbuilding style, the Nautilus One liveaboard is a true piece of art!

The Nautilus One liveaboard offers the following diving holidays in January:

• Tuesday, January 5, 2010 – Tuesday, January 12, 2010 – Only USD$201/person per night!
• Tuesday, January 26, 2010 – Monday, February 1, 2010 – Only USD$201/person per night!

Book your Maldives diving holiday in January on the Nautilus One now!

Nautilus Two Maldives Liveaboard

The Nautilus Two, measuring 43 metres in length, was built entirely out of wood, following the traditional Maldivian methods, which are not only visually appealing but have stood the test of time. The Nautilus Two features lots of room, beautiful construction, and the most modern equipment.

The Nautilus Two offers the following diving holidays in January:

• Tuesday, January 12, 2010 – Monday, January 18, 2010 – Only USD$220/person per night!
• Monday, January 25, 2010 – Monday, February 1, 2010 – Only USD$220/person per night!

Book your Maldives diving holiday in January on the Nautilus Two now!

Stingray Maldives Liveaboard

MS Stingray is constructed from wood, combining traditional Maldivian methods and modern enginerring. The 9 comfortable cabins aboard the MS Stingray (4 with double and 5 with twin beds) are equipped with air conditioning and en-suite hot-water showers. All cabins are equipped with outside portholes.

The MS Stingray offers the following diving holidays in Janaury:

• Monday, January 4, 2010 – Monday January 11, 2010 - Only USD$210/person per night!
• Monday, January 11, 2010 – Monday January 18, 2010 – Only USD$210/person per night!

Book your Maldives diving holiday in January on the Stingray now!

Theia Maldives Liveaboard

Theia is a stylish 104-foot cruising yacht built in 2009 that offers all the amenities you would expect from a high-class Maldivian liveaboard, as well as the comfort and luxury of a private yacht. There are 8 cabins on Theia, providing accommodation for up to 18 guests. The Theia liveaboard provides scuba diving holidays each month, for either seven or ten nights, during which time guests have the opportunity to travel around the atolls of the Maldives, visiting some of the finest dive sites in the world.

The Theia offers the following diving holidays in January:

• Monday, January 4, 2010 – Monday January 11, 2010 – Only USD$275/person per night!
• Monday, January 11, 2010 – Monday January 18, 2010 – Only USD$262/person per night!
• Monday, January 18, 2010 – Monday January 25, 2010 – Only USD$234/person per night!
• Monday, January 25, 2010 – Monday February 1, 2010 – Only USD$234/person per night!

Book your Maldives diving holiday in January on the Theia now!

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ASP Australasia event in Maldives cancelled due to lack of sponsor

Mountain Creek surfer Leigh Sedley will not have the opportunity to avenge his quarter-final loss last June in the WQS 6-star Prime Maldives event since ASP Australasia announced yesterday that it has cancelled their 2010 contest, which was to be held in the Maldives.

Leigh Sedley lost to American Austin Ware by just 0.30 points in the event, a feature in the second-tier tour.

ASP Australasia could not find a sponsor for the contest, which would have entered its 10th year in 2010.

ASP Australasia’s Maldives Surfing Event

The event was created in 2001 and delivered outstanding surf and an exceptional global promotion to the Maldives, which now has a booming surf tourism industry.

Plans are in place to re-instate the event for 2011.

Check out Maldives surfing videos here!

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The Maldives Diving Season is in full effect!

While people in countries like the UK, Germany and Italy are shaking in their boots, trying to stay warm during the winter holidays, the Maldivians are welcoming their summer, also referred to as the North East Monsoon Season. (As opposed to the South West Monsoon Season.)

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Diving in the Maldives during the North East Monsoon Season

The North East Monsoon season greatly effects diving in Maldives. The North East Monsoon season begins in November, characterized by strong winds and heavy rainfall lasting for about a week. Then, it travels from north to south, eventually setting in January.

During the North East Monsoon season, the weather in the north and mid atolls is distinct from that of the southern atolls. The north and mid atolls experience clear skies, sunshine and calm seas for most of the period. Scuba diving is fantastic during the North East Monsoon, characterized by excellent visibility on the eastern side of the atolls and incredibly warm water, averaging around 28 degrees.

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During this season, there are very few rainy days and the sun is almost always shining, making the Maldives a perfect winter escape.  Imagine the envy of your colleagues as they are trudging to work in the snow while you sun yourself and scuba dive in the Maldives!

On the other hand, the southern atolls receive a large amount of rainfall and experience rough seas during the early stages of the North East Monsoon. However, the sea becomes more calm and hot, dry periods prevail until the arrival of Hulha’ngu, the South West Monsoon.

Currents during the North East Monsoon Season

During the North East Monsoon season, currents begin to flow from the northeast, making visibility superb on the eastern side of the atolls. Scuba divers can expect a lot of action in the channels and atolls, including whale sharks, grey reef sharks and other large pelagic species.

Currents tend to be stronger in January and ease up in February. During February, the waters become more calm and the surface of the sea is undisturbed by any major wind or wave action. The doldrums continue through March and April, characterized by easy diving and slack currents. During the end of May, the season begins to transition to the South West Monsoon.

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Marine Life during the North East Monsoon Season

Throughout the North East Monsoon Season, pelagic species, such as shark and jacks, can be easily spotted on the current points on the eastern side of the atolls. Futhermore, there is usually an abundance of reef life.

However, manta rays and whale sharks are normally found on the western side of the atolls during the North East Monsoon Season.

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Dhiggiri Tourist Resort

Happy memories are what you will take away from a visit to the world renowned Dhiggiri Tourist Resort. Located north of the Maldives’ capital Male, it only takes 90 minutes via speedboat to get to what many call the green paradise island. Merry makers will not be disappointed with the crystal clear lagoon waters and the silky feel of its white sandy beach, rich marine sanctuaries that are bursting with the most exotic flora and fauna the Maldives has to offer.

Dhiggiri Tourist Resort Accommodations

Spacious and delightful are the best words to describe the villas at the Dhiggiri Tourist Resort. Leaving your home behind does not mean that you have to give up the conveniences that you are used to; here our beach and water bungalows are equipped with the same amenities, air-conditioning, safe boxes to keep important belongings, a ceiling fan for those lazy afternoons spent lounging around, beach towels and hair dryer. Located on the east corner of the island are the water bungalows.  Situated above the water, they give the feeling of seclusion and harmony with the ocean.

Watersports at Dhiggiri Tourist Resort

Snorkelling or scuba diving is a must when you visit the Maldives, the clear water here is extremely inviting and the underwater world is just as beautiful as the beaches and islands above the water. Experience the rich and colourful marine life, swim with the turtles, whale sharks, manta rays or even sharks.  Now is your chance to get up close and experience these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat.

Dhiggiri Tourist Resort Activities

Good times are waiting to happen here at the Dhiggiri Tourist Resort. Make up a team with your friends and family and play a friendly game of beach volleyball, ride a catamaran into sea while enjoying the warm colours of the sunset. Enjoy a variety of excursions that the Dhiggiri Resort can help you plan; perhaps go to a secluded sand bar and enjoy a picnic, go sunset fishing or learn to dive at the diving school.

Dhiggiri Tourist Resort Contact Information

For more information about the Dhiggiri Tourist Resort, visit http://www.dhiggiriresort.com or email mmtours@dhivehinet.net.mv.

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Maldives cuisine will open you up to a new world of mouthwatering cuisines from the traditional flavors to modern fusions. No vacation is complete without sampling the local dishes, this makes your vacation to the Maldives more memorable. A vacation in the Maldives gives you the perfect excuse to try as many dishes as possible, gorge on fresh seafood that’s cooked to perfection, indulge on mouthwatering deserts, try local cuisines that will leave your mouths wanting for more. Visit local restaurants in the Maldives and enjoy recipes that have been passed on from generation to generation.

Maldivian cooking influences.

The Maldives takes influence cooking  from Indian and Sri Lankan dishes, an explosion of exotic flavors that range from spicy, mild to hot and sweet will awaken your sleeping taste buds. There is never a flat flavor in Maldivian cooking. Curries and other exotic flavors play a center role in Maldivian cooking, seafood and other flavors from the ocean prepared fresh and delicately to preserve that out of sea taste that everyone wants. The Maldives in indeed a melting pot of flavors, this makes each dish a truly Maldives original.

Dine under the sea in the Maldives.

The Maldives has the world’s first underwater restaurant. Found in the Conrad Maldives Resort, the Ithaa Underwater Restaurant sits 15 feet below sea level, surrounded by a coral reef, diners will enjoy a 270 degree view of the ocean, enjoy mouthwatering dinners while manta rays and large school of fish swim around.
Come to the Maldives for a gastronomical experience that will blow those taste buds away.

Scuba diving has always been a sport for adults, so children have to wait in the boat and just be content with the pictures ma and pa would show them of the underwater world. Pictures are great, but wouldn’t it be more fun for them to experience scuba diving and the underwater life up close and personal, more fun though if you can share that experience. Going scuba diving with your children maybe a far fetched idea a couple of years back, but due to the growing demand for the sport of scuba diving, most scuba diving schools now have programs that will teach young ones how to scuba dive.

Steps in preparing your kid for scuba diving.

Your child can start taking scuba diving lessons at 10. Junior open water certification can be earned by completing courses and learning skills needed for scuba diving. In preparation for scuba diving, your kid must first learn how to swim, it is important that your child gets comfortable with water and the only way to do that is by learning how to swim. Now you are ready to enroll your child in a scuba diving class, first your child will learn the basic theories and safety regulations that you need to know about scuba diving. These classes are conducted in a dive shop to make it more interesting for the children. After the academic portion of the class, the children now move to a pool where they will be shown the different scuba diving gears, how to assemble and disassemble them, each skill will be performed by the instructor first then the student will perform the skill, one on one attention is given until the child masters the skill. After each child has mastered all the skills for scuba diving, the instructor moves the class to the ocean, four ocean dives will be scheduled, either from a boat or a beach. Just like in the pool each child will have to master skills in the ocean.

Ready to dive with mom and dad.

Now that your child has completed dives 1 through 4, they can now join you in an open water dive. Experience the wonders of the ocean together. Share moments of accomplishment with your child.

The Maldives is known as a holiday hot spot for lovers and those who want to fall in love. But the island has another face to it, Maldives is also a playground for the family, the child and child at heart will find so many things to do in these islands. The Maldives with is white sand beaches, cobalt blue waters and clear blue skies provide a perfect background for families who are looking to come together to strengthen family ties or simply to have fun.

Amenities for the little ones.

Traveling to the Maldives with kids can sometimes be a hassle, having to carry them around, making sure that they are alright, this takes time away from enjoying your vacation in the Maldives. Some resorts offer nanny services, this will give you and your partner some alone time to enjoy a especially set up dinner under the stars with the lapping sounds of the ocean and with sand in your feet, a truly romantic experience, times shared with each other that will rekindle a connection. Kids clubs are also offered in some hotels in the Maldives, they have programs for the kids that will enhance their creativity, these programs also teach kids the importance of the ocean and the vital role it plays our ecosystem, they will not only enjoy these programs but also come away with a sense of respect for their environment. These kids programs also include shell hunting on the beach, building sand castles on the white sand beaches of the Maldives and snorkeling in the shallow waters near the beach, all of there programs show the kids the beauty of the Maldives and learn how to protect and preserve this precious environment.

Activities the whole family can enjoy.

There are activities that the whole family can do while on vacation in the Maldives. Excursions to sand bars and deserted islands is something the family can do together, having a picnic lunch at a beach or deserted island will surely be remembered for a long time. Ties grow stronger as you create memories together, a sunset cruise in the Maldives will surely be a memory one will always remember.

So come to the Maldives and bring the whole family with you for some sand, sea and sun.

Marine Biology Tour Special Offer on Carina Liveaboard

There is currently an amazing special offer on the Carina liveaboard to participate in a one-of-a-kind marine biology cruise of the Maldives in the company of two marine biology experts, Mary Eichler-Bilek & Leo Bilek, who are also certified PADI instructors and naturally very experienced scuba divers.

Carina Liveaboard at a Special Price

This special, marine biology focused cruise of the Maldives is now on offer at a special, last minute price of just USD $190 per person per night, including all scuba diving, meals and accommodation.  There are just 8  places left, so hurry and book your space today.

Maldivian Marine Life has Never Been so Interesting

To explore the stunning coral reefs of the Maldives in the company of these two experts is guaranteed to be an amazing experience for even the most seasoned scuba diver.  The knowledge that will be imparted during the cruise is more than any of us can imagine.

Explore the Maldivian reefs under the expert guidance of two marine biologists and PADI-Certified Dive Instructors: Mary Eichler-Bilek & Leo Bilek, Marine Biologists and PADI Instructors on board Carina from 8 to 22 February, 2010.

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