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Diving at the Manta Point in Maldives A Magical World of Sublime Beauty

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Endless stretches of clear blue ocean water, bathed in the surreal beauty of tropical sunny glory, where islands lay scattered like diamonds of the ocean, glistening and glimmering in their timeless white splendour are found in this land of sublime beauty and charm, the Maldives Islands, which can rightfully be called the ultimate holiday destination by those who love the fusion of sea and sun and pristine stretches of milky white shores. The beauty of these magical moments can be experienced while staying at Maldives luxury resorts such as Cocoa Island by COMO which is known for its luxury and comfort. While staying at this hotel, you will experience the finest standards of Maldivian hospitality while also indulging in the sheer pleasures of the world down under, equipped in your diving and snorkelling gear.

The surface beauty of Maldives is most wonderfully matched by the hidden splendours of its world that lies beneath the softly rippling waves of the sea. Rich in diverse marine life, this place has been a favourite among scuba divers since the days of old, who dive into her depths to explore and marvel at the rich and vibrant colour that is abundantly found here.

One of the more popular diving places among novices and experienced alike is the Manta Point which is located at the south east of Lankan Finolhu. Here beautiful mantas can be spotted in their numbers in the southwest monsoon season spanning from April to November. To the mantas, this place is magical, as it is to the mortals who dive beneath the surface to admire them, as they find this place to be a feeding ground rich with plankton, as well as a cleaning station given the presence of the shoals of small fish that feed here. The depth of this point is around 15 meters giving one ample time for exploring. The mantas will be seen hovering quite close to the divers, gracefully swimming in the place they love. Divers are indeed advised not to frighten these wonderful creatures by attempting to touch or chase them, as they may choose never to return to this place of wonder.

 

Nigel Walters is a travel writer, who writes under the pen name, Fritzjames Stephen. His content is based on the myriad of experiences and indulgences that the world has to offer travellers across all walks of life.

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Catamaran Sailing in Maldives – Basking amidst the Sparkling Ocean

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The stretch of endless Ocean happens to be Maldives’ most attractive feature. Spreading out for miles before your eyes, there is something so magical and inviting about this spectacular Sea. Maldives is made up of over 1000 tiny islands, each with its own treasure trove of wonders. Hop into a Catamaran and enjoy sailing over this bliss of blue and take a peek at the many wonders underneath the Maldivian Ocean as well. Sailing on a Catamaran is one of the most attractive ways that you can enjoy the Maldives.

Catamarans are readily available for hire in Male and other major tourist islands. It is a popular choice of boats as it combines tradition with luxury and adds a sense of unique thrill as you sail across the ocean. Catamarans usually come with a beautiful Salon where you can enjoy panoramic views of the endless vista before you. Its sundecks serve perfectly for relaxation under the warm and perfect Maldivian sun. Catamarans are very steady over shallow waters; perhaps that is another reason for its popularity in Maldives for the nation boasts some spectacular reefs; reefs that house a variety of different corals and colourful exotic varieties of fish. In a Catamaran, you can peek over and enjoy the lovely corals that dazzle before your eyes.

Hire a Catamaran with a crew certified as guides. With their help, you can stop at some remarkable islands and enjoy whatever you have a specific inclination for. Catamarans have often been the medium that channels a wide array of exciting activities; island hopping, diving and snorkelling are all interesting activities that you can indulge in while sailing on a catamaran. In some areas of the Ocean you can also catch a glimpse of some mighty whales and dolphins. Sailing on a Catamaran is certainly a worthwhile adventure.

Maldives and its picturesque beauty make it the perfect holiday. The best part about the nation is that the accommodation in Maldives mirrors the beauty that lies on the outside. For a Maldives resort that is truly one of a kind, choose the Anantara Dhigu Maldives and prepare to be fascinated beyond your wildest dreams.

 

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.

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Stand Up Paddle Boarding in Maldives- Offers the perfect viewpoint in surfing!

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Stand Up paddle boarding also known as SUP-ing is one of the popular water sports which attracts many water sport enthusiasts from all around the world to the Maldives islands. There are many Maldives island resorts scattered across the archipelago to cater to many needs of the holiday makers, but travellers to the island can reserve a comfortable and well appointed Maldives hotel such as Naladhu Maldives as it will offer them the perfect haven to get back to after an adventurous day out. The archipelago is known among the water sports enthusiasts for its waves perfect for stand up paddle boarding. In SUP-ing, the riders would stand on their long boards and paddle out with outrigger paddles and it would offer you the breathtaking views from a higher viewpoint unlike in usual surfing experience. The SUP experience in Maldives will surely add colour to your ordinary surfing adventure and the stand up paddle boarding will take you down to deep stretches of water in Maldives.

Umanga Kahandawaarachchi is a passionate travel writer who writes under the pen name, Maggie Tulliver. Her field of writing covers a wide array of content and articles related to travel and hospitality industry. Google+

2014 AFC Challenge Cup – Celebrating Football in the Maldives

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The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) comes across as the recognised body governing football in Asia and is one of the Confederations that make-up the FIFA body. Established in Manila in 1954 the AFC has its headquarters in Kuala Lumpur Malaysia. Comprising of 46 Member Associations the AFC is accountable not only for regulating the football game in the region but also for boosting the game at grassroot level, encouraging youth interest, drafting new laws that improve the game, implementing these laws and organising and managing tournaments and competitions.

The AFC Challenge Cup is an event that has been played amongst the emerging countries in terms of football and that will see its last edition being played between the 19th and 30th of May 2014 in the Maldives. This is the 5th edition of the Challenge Cup, however a decision taken early in 2014 voted for the discontinuance of this game and instead winners of this edition in the Maldives islands will qualify for the 2015 AFC Asian Cup which is an extended version of the tournament.

The Maldives was one of four countries who put in their bid to host the 2014 edition and was shortlisted together with the Philippines. Having won the hosting rights the Maldives automatically qualify for the tournament (a new feature in the 2014 edition of the cup). The Galolhu National Stadium in the capital city of Male as well as the Hithadhoo Zone Stadium in Addu City will be the venues for the matches, come May. Renovations are much needed and are ongoing with officials confident of achieving the required standard by the time the event is scheduled to kick off.

If you are a football fan, the AFC Challenge Cup is certainly an opportunity to appreciate a good game played with admirable skill and finesse. If you plan to visit the country during this time make sure to book a spot for your match of choice. Locating Maldives resorts in which to base yourself during your stay is simple due to the vast number of Maldives spa resorts and other types of resorts that are in abundance in the area. Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas is a popular resort with a reputation for exceeding expectations in every aspect and is an ideal choice.

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