A fantastic guide to the Maldives.
This guide scores five stars. From the moment I started reading, I couldn\'t put it down. A must for the traveller or arm chair traveller.
The guide is a handy, wipe clean, pocket-sized guide. The reader is captivated from the very beginning. The book takes the reader on a journey, starting with the history of the Island Nation, leading to Politics, Environmental Issues, Culture, First Aid and Information about each of the Tourist Resorts.
The book contains useful summary information in little boxes, with a starfish border. The boxes provide interesting facts about; "How Atolls are formed?" "Coral Bleaching," "Snorkelling and Diving" and a useful Medical checklist.
The guide also contains information about what to pack and what not to pack.
This guide scores five stars. From the moment I started reading, I couldn\'t put it down. A must for the traveller or arm chair traveller.
The guide is a handy, wipe clean, pocket-sized guide. The reader is captivated from the very beginning. The book takes the reader on a journey, starting with the history of the Island Nation, leading to Politics, Environmental Issues, Culture, First Aid and Information about each of the Tourist Resorts.
The book contains useful summary information in little boxes, with a starfish border. The boxes provide interesting facts about; "How Atolls are formed?" "Coral Bleaching," "Snorkelling and Diving" and a useful Medical checklist.
The guide also contains information about what to pack and what not to pack.
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The Maldives: Kingdom of a Thousand Isles (Odyssey Guides) by Andrew Forbes
An idyllic marine retreat brought to life through sumptuous color photography and crisp, knowledgeable text. Sometimes known as "The Paradise Isles," the Maldives are made up of hundreds of idyllic islands that are famed for their tropical beaches, coral reefs and marine life. To these can be added some of the best island-style hotels in the world. This guide has a superb introduction and covers local geography, history and culture, with special sections on art, food and marine life. There is a comprehensive survey of the luxurious resorts available, and advice on diving and how to organize a boat cruise. It is an excellent book for anyone preparing to visit the Maldives, will make a great companion during the trip, and provide a treasured keepsake after the event.
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