Information on Diving in the Maldives
10 Mar

The Maldives known for pristine white sand beaches and azure waters aims to protect the species that call its waters home by designating protected areas for different marine species. Most marine creatures in the Maldives are on the watch list of environmental organization as becoming an endangered species or is already on the list. The Maldives government is taking steps to make sure that these fragile and helpless sea dwellers will be protected from abusive fishermen.
The Maldives government recognizes the importance of whale sharks to the delicate balance of the marine eco-system. These gentle giants of the deep eat a tons of plankton and tiny fish and squid, if they are to disappear, the balance of planktons in the ocean waters will be disturbed. The Maldives rely heavily on tourism for their income, whale sharks in particular attracts a lot of visitors to the Maldives to see these massive creatures in their natural habitat.
Baa atoll Hanifaru, Baa atoll An’gafaru and Alif Dhaal atoll Maamigili were all announced by the Maldives government as protected areas for whale sharks. There’s not much data with regards to whale sharks, these pronouncements will give researchers an easier time in gathering important data about these marine creatures. This does not mean that tourists can’t access the protected waters anymore, the Maldives government has set up guidelines as to how to deal with encounters with whale sharks.
We must do our part in preserving the our environment for future generations to come. The Maldives is in the forefront of such action, the Maldives government and its people are making sure that whale sharks are protected from human abuse. Come to the Maldives and get up close and personal with these magnificent creatures of the deep.
9 Mar
The Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Beach Resort is tropical island paradise located in the North Male Atoll. This five-star hotel truly defines luxury and comfort in a modern resort setting.
Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Beach Resort
Surrounded with lush vegetation and azure waters, the Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort is the perfect holiday destination for those who want to getaway from the hassles of urban life. Its draws popularity from all types of holiday-goers; the active individuals, scuba lovers, and romantic kinds. The Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort’s laid-back philosophy offers endless opportunities for fun, excitement, and leisure.
Aside from the Full Moon main restaurant, which serves buffets for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, there are also a number of alternative dining facilities at Sheraton Maldives. Add a little spice to your vacation by dining in the Baan Thai restaurant, where you can experience the specialties of world class Thai chefs.
Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Restaurant
Teppanyaki lovers staying in Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort will surely have an enticing feast at the Atoll Grill, an open air restaurant with an excellent view of the ocean which specializes in various dishes. There is also the Casa Luna, an air conditioned restaurant serving Mediterranean food
The spoiled guest in Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort also has the option to dine in the comfort of their own villa, or have the hotel staff arrange a romantic feast by the beach.
There are a ton of activities for your personal enjoyment at the Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort. Indulge in water sports such as windsurfing, wakeboarding, or water skiing for a boost of adrenaline and excitement. Those who want to relax can get a full body massage at the Shine Spa.
Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Shine Spa
The Sheraton Full Moon Resort also offers one of the most established dive centers in Maldives. Scuba divers has the opportunity to explore the best dive sites in the country.
For more information about Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort, you may visit their official website at http://www.starwoodhotels.com/sheraton.
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9 Mar
Set on a private-owned island surrounded with lush vegetation and sparkling turquoise waters, the Huvafen Fushi Resort in Maldives truly exemplifies five-star luxury living and comfort. It is arguably one of the best in the business when it comes to customer satisfaction, and boasts superb architectural design.
Huvafen Fushi Maldives Top View
The Huvafen Fushi Maldives can be reached by a 30 minute speedboat ride from the Male International Airport. Once you step inside the premises of this Maldives luxury resort, you will instantly feel tranquility and bliss not to be found anywhere else.
The several accommodation types in the Huvafen Fushi Maldives are all spacious and comfortable, with large floor areas and exceptionally stunning designs. Each guest villa features a private pool, where you can spend endless nights in a romantic setting.
Huvafen Fushi Maldives Pool
There are villas that are situated above the sparkling lagoon if you want to enjoy a different setting in Huvafen Fushi. These are perfect for romantic getaways and honeymoons in Maldives.
Other living spaces provide easy access to the beach, like the Huvafen Fushi’s CUBE, which is an awfully spacious 2-storey holiday home. It has a master bedroom and two other rooms, as well as in-room entertainment, plus a dining and living area.
One of the most interesting features in Huvafen Fushi Maldives is the resort’s luxurious underwater treatment rooms. There are a variety of massages and pampering services available in these stunning facilities.
Huvafen Fushi Underwater Spa
The Huvafen Fushi’s Underwater Spa is also a first in Maldives. This provides something new and different for guests in this five-star Maldives destination.
For more information on Huvafen Fushi Luxury Resort Maldives, you can visit their website at http://huvafenfushi.peraquum.com. You may also send your inquiries at info@huvafenfushi.com.
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9 Mar

Scuba diving in the Maldives should be on everyone’s bucket list. A must if you are a scuba diving enthusiast. No where in the world will you find big schools of fish and coral gardens with colors only mother nature can come up with. Inspiring and spectacular is how this island paradise is described. A harmony of different marine species call the waters of the Maldives home. Scuba diving in this part of the world will simply take you to a different world where sharks, dolphins, sea turtles, manta rays and whale sharks all live together in perfect harmony.
Most resorts in the Maldives have their own dive centers that can plan different scuba diving expeditions. There are hundreds of scuba diving spots in the Maldives that have their unique characteristics.Each spot would have different species of fish and marine mammals.You can scuba dive at a maximum of three spots a day but if you are on a liveaboard down time is less therefore more time in the water scuba diving.
Wreck scuba diving and cave scuba diving are for more experienced divers. If you are one, then the Maldives has some wreck sites that you can explore. Learn some historical tidbits are you visit sunken ships that have been there for hundreds of years. Discover exotic fish in caves, there are some fish that you don’t see out in the open, they dwell in the darkness of the caves underneath the water. Feel the excitement and the rush while scuba diving into a cave.
6 Mar
Amidst lush vegetation and tropical sparkling waters of the Indian Ocean lies the island paradise known as the Velassaru Maldives Laguna Beach. A 45 minute breath-taking speedboat ride from the Male International Airport will take you to this secluded resort, set on a luxurious private-owned island, at the northern area of the Maldives South Male Atoll.
Velassaru Maldives Laguna Beach
A unique holiday experience is what you’ll get at the Velassaru Maldives Laguna Beach Resort, apart from quality service and modern amenities. Here you can indulge in many exciting and relaxing activities, such as scuba diving in the Vessaru Maldives’ nearby dive sites, or have a romantic dinner setting near the shore. Opportunities for fun and recreation are endless in this first class Maldives resort.
There are four types of guest villas available at the Velassaru Maldives Laguna Beach, each with its own unique features and amenities. The water villa is a spacious and comfortable living space that is built on stilts above the turquoise lagoon. Beach villas and deluxe bungalows in Velassaru Maldives draws inspiration from contemporary island architecture.
All guest accommodations in Velassaru Maldives are equipped with standard amenities like home theatre systems, safeboxes, tea/coffee makers, a private bar, and air-conditioning.
The four restaurants in Velassaru Maldives each serve different types of cuisines that are guaranteed to satisfy your picky appetite. Etesian specializes in Mediterranean food such as Umbrian truffles, rich stews, and cheese boards. It also features a wine library filled with top shelf whites and reds.
Turquoise serves Continental and Asian inspired dishes in an intimate setting, while the Sand is an oceanfront restaurant which specializes in Teppanyaki grill and sushi, as well as Eastern and Indian cuisines. The Vela boasts its world cuisine with a casual vibe, serving various interactive buffet stages.
For more information about on the Velassaru Maldives Laguna Beach, you can visit their site at www.velassaru.com.
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6 Mar
Situated on a private owned tropical island in Maldives lies the luxurious and serene Alila Villas Hadhaa Resort. A breath-taking and comfortable seaplane ride will take you to this precious island, about 400 kilometers south of the Male International Airport in Maldives.
Alila Villas Maldives
The Alila Villas Hadhaa Resort Maldives was carefully built and designed to preserve its earthly surroundings. Lush vegetation and flawless white sand seamlessly blending with the resort’s outstanding architecture makes this Maldives destination one of the best in the business.
There are a total of 50 spacious and comfortable guest villas in the Alila Villas Hadahaa Resort Maldives. Some of these luxurious holiday homes offer a private swimming pool for its guests, ensuring ultimate privacy and relaxation.
If you’re looking for genuine solitude and tranquility, then a vacation in Alila Villas Hadahaa Resort Maldives is perfect. The 26 Island Villas in this resort are each equipped with home entertainment, a private deck, spacious living area and bedrooms, as well as a personal garden space with outdoor bathroom and shower.
Facilities in the Alila Villas Hadahaa Resort Maldives include a Mandara Spa, Gymnasium, a 5-star PADI dive center, two large infinity pools, and much more. These resort features are placed to ensure that you’ll never run out of things to do during your vacatuon in Maldives.
The two restaurants, Battuta’s and Retish, serve all kinds of delectable dishes ranging from international to local cuisines to give you and your companions a unique dining experience.
For more information about the Alila Villas Hadahaa Resort Maldives, you can visit their site at www.alilahotels.com/hadahaa.
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5 Mar

The Maldives has recently taken notice of this weather phenomenon called climate change, the international community and the people of Maldives will be one of the first nations to be severely affected by climate change. Its low lying islands will become underwater playgrounds for the fish if this is not stopped. The Maldives have initiated talks with India for a collaboration of technology to stop this on going rise of the ocean levels. A world without the beautiful beaches of the Maldives is just not a world living in.
But how exactly does climate change affect the Maldives? The Maldives, an island country made up of atolls comprising of 1,192 islands where the highest poing is just 2.5 meters above sea level. Over the past decades, there has been record rising of sea levels. Global sea levels have rise 8 inches, because of climate change further rises in the ocean is predicted. If climate change isn’t stopped the Maldives may become just a beautiful picture in a history book or an old travel magazine.
Both India and the Maldives has agreed to work together, sharing information and technology is vital if they want to make sure that the survival of their coast lines.
India and Maldives have both agreed to look deeper into renewable and sustainable sources of energy, lessen or eliminate carbon emissions from India and the Maldives.
4 Mar
Ambassador of Germany to the Maldives, Mr. Jens Ploetner, has paid a courtesy call on President Mohamed Nasheed. The meeting was held this afternoon at the President’s Office.
In the meeting, President Nasheed and Ambassador Ploetner discussed the friendly relationship between the two countries and ways to strengthen the current relationship between the Maldives and Germany. Mr. Ploetner gave additional details on the President’s upcoming official visit to Germany.
The President was joined at the meeting by Vice President Dr. Mohamed Waheed, Special Envoy to the President Ibrahim Hussain Zaki and Political Advisor to the President Hassan Afeef.
3 Mar

If you are looking to get away from everyday stress of the city then come to the Makunudu Island Resort in the Maldives. Like all great resorts in the Maldives, this resort gives its guest utmost privacy and seclusion. Peaceful yet exciting, luxurious yet comfortable, spacious yet closely knit, these exemplifies how this resort was designed. The design and layout of this island resort was thought of carefully down to the last detail with the discerning taste of tourist in mind. Step into the luxurious and grand world of the Makunudu Island Resort, where white sand beaches sparkle like diamonds and turquoise waters with varying shades of blue.

Nestled amidst lush vegetation and with a magnificent view of the beach, each of the 36 beach front bungalow were created to provide its guest with a quiet yet luxurious accommodation. Traditional Maldivian design mixed with worldly style and comfort in earthly tones is what makes this a special place to stay in.

A gastronomical awaits you at the Ara Iru. Dishes from the east and west combined with local flavor are on display on a sumptuous buffet set up that will have your mouth watering. The Sand bar is where you can sip designer cocktails while listening to gentle lapping sound of the water.
There isn’t a dull a day when you are in Makunudu Island Resort, you can participate in water sports, its warm shallow lagoon is perfect for banana boat rides, catamaran sailing, jet skiing and snorkeling. A game of beach volleyball, tennis or badminton will surely awake the competitive spirit in you. If you want to discover the real treasure of the Maldives, our dive center can arrange dive excursions, our qualified instructors can teach you the basics of scuba diving. Better yet take the whole family on an island excursion, have picnic lunches at deserted island, play a game of frisbee on a sandbank.
There is not limit as to what you can do here, come and visit Makunudu Island Resort and have a once in a lifetime experience you will never forget.
2 Mar
Situated on a private owned tropical island in Maldives lies the luxurious and serene Alila Villas Hadhaa Resort. A breath-taking and comfortable seaplane ride will take you to this precious island, about 400 kilometers south of the Male International Airport in Maldives.
Alila Villas Hadahaa Island Villa
The Alila Villas Hadhaa Resort Maldives was carefully built and designed to preserve its earthly surroundings. Lush vegetation and flawless white sand seamlessly blending with the resort’s outstanding architecture makes this Maldives destination one of the best in the business.
There are a total of 50 spacious and comfortable guest villas in the Alila Villas Hadahaa Resort Maldives. Some of these luxurious holiday homes offer a private swimming pool for its guests, ensuring ultimate privacy and relaxation.
If you’re looking for genuine solitude and tranquility, then a vacation in Alila Villas Hadahaa Resort Maldives is perfect. The 26 Island Villas in this resort are each equipped with home entertainment, a private deck, spacious living area and bedrooms, as well as a personal garden space with outdoor bathroom and shower.
Facilities in the Alila Villas Hadahaa Resort Maldives include a Mandara Spa, Gymnasium, a 5-star PADI dive center, two large infinity pools, and much more. These resort features are placed to ensure that you’ll never run out of things to do during your vacatuon in Maldives.
The two restaurants, Battuta’s and Retish, serve all kinds of delectable dishes ranging from international to local cuisines to give you and your companions a unique dining experience.
For more Maldives resort and scuba diving information, click here.
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