Joanna James
The Maldives is a small archipelago on the Indian Ocean, yet it is a popular and yearned for holiday destination by many across the world. Could it be the gorgeous coral atolls? Read on and learn!
The Maldivian Archipelago is best known as 'the sunny side of life' yes! It does do justice to the country located close to the equator and boasting only two seasons – the best. These are the South West monsoon and North East Monsoon. The weather at times may be unstable but it is mostly just fine and is not too hot or too cold. Sunshine is predominantly present all year round with the only changes being attributed to sudden showers or thunder. It is the ideal place for visitors wanting to get way from the freezing winters of their hometowns.
The Maldives consists of over a 1000 little islands spread across the warm Indian Ocean and most of these are owned by international resorts. Many of these resorts offer the ultimate in a luxurious beach holiday. Thrill at accommodation in over water villas, spa treatments to views of the ocean and many clubs and leisure centres that cater to the entire family. The luxury resorts offer all the facilities to those willing to splurge in order to holiday in paradise and are just the ticket if you want to leave the rest of the world behind and make time stand still.
The 26 odd coral atolls are the nation's biggest lure. Spread across the warm Indian Ocean the coral gardens that surround the islands are some of the most beautiful across the globe. If you want to know more about a holiday in Maldives and all the thrills attached, check the many websites that explain in detail the attractions around each atoll on the archipelago. There are many sites such as The Maldives Travel that help you choose the perfect activities and location on which to be based in the Maldives. Learn about the attractions unique to each region and choose. As for the corals, these treasure troves of beauty are home to vast quantities of coral fish, turtles, sharks and many types of sea anemones that are just too good to miss.
The sun bleached white sand beaches on the islands are some of the most beautiful in the tropics. Thrill at the thought of sinking your feet into the powdery softness of the beaches, recline under a swaying palm tree and snooze the day away. You can get into action with the kids; build a sandcastle or look for seashells the choices are endless and allures are quite refreshing.
There are fabulous restaurants to browse in the Maldives. Cuisine from across the globe is available at the classy restaurants located at the luxury resorts while dining at the sunny cafes on islands such as Male is quite satisfying and easy on the purse. The seafood is always fresh and out of this world with traditional seafood treats being delicious meals to look forward to, as you explore this no 1 tropical holiday destination.
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