Archive for June, 2010

Saving the Maldives

Read more: www.newscientist.com More NS videos: www.newscientist.com Coral grafting and artificial islands are possible solutions to rising sea levels in the Maldives… Continue reading

Travel agencies actively planning for the tourism sector Joan "test the water" Taiwan Tour

Why you should make Maldives your next holiday destination

When talking about Maldives, beaches are the first and foremost attraction that comes to mind. The first and last memory you will carry with you is the shades of white met by shades of blue. Wherever you are staying, you can be sure that the beaches won’t be crowded! Clean, pristine, white beaches make for excellent relaxing atmosphere the whole day through. A leisurely stroll along the beaches will give… Continue reading

The Maldives – Blood Relations (Live on KEXP)

The Maldives perform “Blood Relations” live on KEXP at Caffe Vita as part of Capitol Hill Day… Continue reading

Find Your Perfect Romantic Honeymoon

For traditionalists, Italy is often a firm favourite for honeymooners, especially the waterways of Venice. Drift along the narrow canals on your private gondola as your gondolier guides you past stunning palaces, under ornate bridges to your chosen destination, iconic and romantic; it’s the perfect way to get to know Venice. Wander through St Mark’s Square, cross the Rialto Bridge and visit the Piazza San Marco and its pigeons or… Continue reading

Christina Patterson: Why we are shamed by Robert Boyle’s pursuit of knowledge

Christina Patterson: Why we are shamed by Robert Boyle’s pursuit of knowledge
If you want to get anything done, you need to set some goals. I make lists of them all the time. “Wash up, call bank, query gas bill” etc, and then the ones in a different coloured Biro, with a matching tick – the tell-tale sign of the cheat. If I don’t put “wake up” or “brush… Continue reading

A Bird’s Eye View of Paradise on a Seaplane Tour of Mesmerising Maldives

As a captivating archipelago of nearly 1200 islands, the Maldives meets and surpasses every traveller’s expectations of paradise. Scattered across the crystal blue waters of the Indian Ocean, the country is a delight for the senses with its quaint, unspoilt islets, sandy beaches and sundrenched landscapes full of tropical foliage. Due to its vast repertoire of islands, it is difficult to gauge the wonder that is the Maldives from touring… Continue reading