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MALE, Maldives, July 20, 2010. Maldives Dive Travel Facebook fans have been jumping on board throughout the last year and there are now 5,080 as of July 20. As the leading provider of liveaboard scuba diving holidays in the Maldives, Maldives Dive Travel’s position as one of the most popular Maldives-related Facebook pages demonstrates the company’s success as a tourism company in the area.
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Maldives Dive Travel’s presence on Facebook began in 2009 and has been expanding rapidly “This has been an incredible year,” said Mona Sutherland, PR Manager for Maldives Dive Travel. “We are so excited about the number of people who are interested in Maldives Dive Travel!”
One of the reasons for Maldives Dive Travel’s success, both on and off Facebook, is the Best Price Guarantee. Thanks to the volume of scuba diving holidays managed by Maldives Dive Travel, they are able to offer the most competitive prices in the industry and in case a customer finds a better deal out there with another provider, Maldives Dive Travel will beat that price. Customers just need to send in proof of the quote from the competitor.
The Stunning Beaches are a Major Attraction of the Maldives
Maldives Dive Travel’s presence on Facebook seeks to introduce people to the stunning beauty of the Maldives, to the vacation opportunities that exist there and to spread the word about this world-class scuba diving destination. The company uses the Facebook page to let friends know about upcoming special offers, interesting happenings and to share high-quality photos and videos, which serve to further interest the user in a diving holiday in the Maldives.
At present, Maldives Dive Travel is promoting a series of special whale shark diving trips that are happening this summer. The routes of these diving safaris are planned to coincide with the movement patterns of the amazing whale shark, allowing divers the opportunity to jump in and swim with the majestic creatures between their dives. The Maldives is one of the few destinations in the world where you have good chances of seeing a whale shark year-round.
Whale Shark Trips are Popular in the Maldives
The other big draw of diving in the Maldives at the moment is the amazing “manta ray feeding frenzy” which occurs between July and September in Hanifaru Bay each year. The phenomenon was featured in National Geographic magazine last year and has since been attracting many keen divers who are curious to see the enormous manta rays in this fascinating performance.
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Is swimming with whale sharks something you’ve always wanted to do, but never had the chance? Have you seen whale sharks in the wild before while scuba diving/snorkeling, but you’re dying for another opportunity to swim with them? Now is your chance! Maldives Dive Travel is offering a wide selection of whale shark safaris this summer, so there’s bound to be one to suit your schedule and budget. The following scuba diving safaris all depart from the city of Male, the capital of the Maldives. Prices include accommodation, meals and diving.
Whale Shark Trips with Maldives Dive Travel in 2010
All cruises on Theia are subject to the following surcharges on board: USD $8 p.p./p.n. obligatory Maldivian tourism tax + USD $14.50 fuel surcharge per person per night.
Please Note (valid for all boats):
Travelling to Baa Atoll and back requires adequate weather conditions and is subject to change. Prices are per person, per cruise in a standard cabin full board accommodation inclusive all dives. On many of the boats, upgrades to other cabins are available at a cost.
MV Orion has just announced a very special price on a June diving holiday in the Maldives. This is going to be a superb scuba diving adventure which departs Male on June 23rd and cruises to the North Male, Ari and South Male Atolls of the Maldives.
The MV Orion is one of the Maldives’ most luxurious scuba diving liveaboards, offering business-class accommodation to 22 guests throughout 11 cabins. The cabins are spread over two decks, and each have a private ensuite bathroom. There are nine standard cabins, one junior suite and one master suite, which boasts a private 2-person Jacuzzi and private balcony.
Cruise the Maldives with MV Orion this June
The diving in the Maldives is world-class, and the North Male, South Male and Ari Atolls are home to some of the finest dive sites in the country. World-class dive sites in these areas include Gangehi Kandu at Ari Atoll, a great place for spotting a variety of sharks including grey reef sharks and leopard sharks. In South Male Atoll, Kandooma Thila – known for spectacular coral formations and intense varieties of fish – is one you will not want to miss and in North Male Atoll, Kuda Haa will not disappoint. Macro-enthusiasts will be delighted here as they discover a wealth of nudibranchs, leaf fish and flatworms amid schools of snapper, tuna and lionfish.
MV Orion Dive Safari Route Planner
Take advantage of this great special offer and enjoy an amazing dive safari of the Maldives this June. The cruise departs on June 23rd for a 7-night adventure, but you will only pay for 6 nights! All dives, including Nitrox diving, are included in the price, as well as your accommodation, all meals and non-alcoholic drinks. The fully-stocked bar will be serving up a selection of icy cold beers, cocktails and wines, which will be charged at the end of your trip. Total price: USD $1,197 per person. To reserve your space on this fantastic holiday, contact Maldives Dive Travel today… spaces are limited and with an offer like this, they’re bound to fill up quickly!
MV Orion is one of the Maldives
This year, bring in the New Year in the Maldives on the scuba diving holiday of a lifetime on Theia liveaboard. This unique scuba diving trip will combine world-class scuba diving with a great party atmosphere on the most luxurious and stylish dive vessels in the Maldives.
New Year's Eve Dive Party on Theia
The Theia 12-night “Dive ‘n’ Party” Cruise kicks off on December 27 and lasts until January 8th, giving you the perfect winter getaway and great New Year’s Eve party in paradise. Expect an incredible dive holiday with delicious cocktails at sunset with the best chill music and then, after dark each night, be prepared to party with sounds of Ibiza and best in house music. The provisional schedule of events for the dive safari is as follows: (This is subject to change.)
Enjoy the Island Paradise of the Maldives on the New Years Cruise on Theia
Arrive and check-in on Theia. Theia departs for the North Male Atoll and guests enjoy lunch on-board followed by some snorkeling, a general briefing about the safari and have the opportunity to get to know each other over some sundowner cocktails at Theia’s Sky Bar.
The Skybar on Theia is Great for Sundowners!
Guests begin the day with the orientation dive, which allows the staff to acquaint themselves with everyone’s diving ability and allows guests who have not dived for a while to refresh their skills. The dives will take place at Nassimo Thila and Manta Point dive sites. The evening will play host to a Poker Night on board.
Dives on the third day of the cruise will take place at HP Reef, widely considered to be one of the very best dive sites in the Maldives – a great place for spotting eagle rays and Lankan Manta Point, a cleaning station for many enormous manta rays. After a day of great diving, guests will enjoy some relaxing sundowner cocktails to the sounds of great house music.
Diving with Manta Rays at Lankan Manta Point
On December 30, the New Year Theia liveaboard cruise will move to the South Male Atoll after first completing a dive at the amazing Okobe Thila, where you are likely to see eagle rays, napoleon wrasse, and schools of smaller reef-dwelling fish. Once in the South Male Atoll, divers will enjoy an afternoon dive at Kandooma Thila and then in the evening will play a great Fishing Game, before getting a good nights’ rest before the highlight of the cruise, tomorrow’s New Year’s Eve party!
Theia Liveaboard is the Maldives' Most Luxurious Dive Boat
Before beginning the New Year’s Eve celebration, Theia will stop off for a morning dive at Guraidhoo Corner, a great place for spotting grey reef sharks and eagle rays. Then, the boat heads to Maadhoofinolhu, where the New Year’s Eve celebrations will begin with a beach buffet and relaxing on the beach all afternoon. Later, pre-dinner cocktails and chill-out music before a stunning New Year’s Eve dinner on the beach and beach party. Dress code: white.
Grey Reef Sharks at Guraidhoo Corner Dive Site
Happy New Year! After an amazing New Year’s Eve party under the stars, it’s time to get back to the water. Theia will begin traveling to the South Ari Atoll and along the way will search for whale sharks, one of the prime attractions of the Maldives. The dives today will be held at Kudarah Thila. In the evening, guests will enjoy a Black-themed evening with Sangria and a crab race, a quirky event that is often the highlight of a Maldives’ dive holiday.
Whale Sharks in the Maldives
Great scuba diving continues on January 2 with dives at 5 Rocks, Thinfushi Ethere Thila and the cruise continues for the whale sharks. The next two days will include dives at Broken Rock, Dhigurah Thila, Vilamendhoo Thila and Dhigaa Thila. Guests will also enjoy a unique island visit to a secluded island where there will be a visit with a local community. The evening on January 4 will include a Margarita party and a beach dinner on Raidhigaa Island.
The last few days of the New Year’s Eve 2010 diving holiday on Theia liveaboard include some of the finest dive sites in the Maldives, including Pannettone, a wreck dive at Fesdhu and the legenday night dive at Maaya Thila, where grey reef sharks can be found prowling the reef for their evening meal. A stunning daytime dive at Maaya Thila will also feature among the activities of the last few days as well as several dives at the manta ray cleaning station at Rangali Madivaru dive site. The cruise ends on January 7th in Male with a shopping trip in Male and a visit to the historical sites in the city.
Ocean View Guest Suite on Theia
This amazing New Year 2010 Dive Holiday on Theia includes the following:
All activities, dive sites and routes can change without prior notice.
The total cost for the USD $3,480 per person.
To coincide with our newly announced Hanifaru Bay Scuba Safaris, the following are a number of videos taken by people scuba diving in Hanifaru Bay, Baa Atoll in the Maldives. You will notice an incredible number of manta rays that gather here to feed on the masses of plankton. The best time of year to see this spectacle is from July to September, so don’t miss out on our limited number of dive safaris.
Now that international air travel is getting back to normal after the Icelandic volcano eruption, you might be thinking about taking a well-deserved holiday in May. Perhaps you are going to take advantage of Spring Break or the May School Holidays, and you feel like taking a scuba diving cruise around the Maldives. The following cruises are all departing Male in the Maldives during the month of May, and they all have available cabins. Check out the great offers on these scuba diving holidays and if you would like to make a reservation:
Stingray Liveaboard Holidays in the Maldives
The Stingray Liveaboard departs on May 1 for a 7-night adventure of the atolls, islands and prime dive sites of the Maldives. Enjoy a discovery-style cruise aboard this 9-cabin vessel for just USD $1,176 per person!
Nautilus Two Scuba Diving Holiday
Nautilus Two, a 12-cabin scuba diving liveaboard constructed in a traditional Maldivian style, is departing Male for a 7-night cruise of the Maldives on May 15th. Nautilus Two is equipped with everything you could need to make your scuba diving holiday both extremely comfortable and safe. Enjoy this stunning May scuba diving holiday from only EUR 973 per person!
Carina Liveaboard Holiday
Carina, one of the Maldives most popular and well-equipped scuba diving liveaboards, will set sail for a short 4-night adventure of the Maldivian waters on May 17th. This is the perfect opportunity if you’re looking to make a two-part Maldives holiday – 4 nights on Carina and 4 nights in a luxurious Maldivian resort could be the ideal vacation! Enjoy this short scuba diving holiday on Carina for just USD $796 per person!
Dream Catcher II May Scuba Diving Holiday
Experience the Maldives in luxury and style! Dream Catcher II, one of the country’s finest liveaboards is currently offering a very special offer on the 7-night scuba diving holiday that departs on May 24th. You pay for 6 nights and the 7th night on board is free, making this a great opportunity to book a scuba diving holiday on Dream Catcher II this May. Total price for the holiday, departing from Malé, is USD $1,330 per person.
MV Orion Scuba Diving Holiday
Last but not least on our list of top scuba diving holidays this May is a May 24th departure on MV Orion, one of the Maldives’ newest and most stylish liveaboards. MV Orion has been described as “Business Class Scuba”, and the description is apt. This stunning boat, reminiscent of the super-cruisers seen cruising the Mediterranean has every facility on board to ensure you experience the Maldives like a celebrity: Jacuzzi, library, bar and on-board massage to name just a few of the facilities. The best part of all, this 6-night scuba diving holiday can be yours for just USD $1,194 per person!
***Stay 7 Nights for the Price of 6!***
Dream Catcher II, a luxurious liveaboard possessing seven comfortable suites and an unforgettable diving experience, is offering an unbelievable last minute price on 4 different cruises:
***Stay 7 Nights for the Price of 6!***
If you’ve always wanted to go to the Maldives, this is your chance! Dream Catcher II is offering an unbeatable last minute deal on four different cruises in May, June and July, 2010. Since most Maldives liveaboards are on drydock during these months, this is your opportunity for some first class, undisturbed Maldives diving!
***Stay 7 Nights for the Price of 6!***
This price includes accommodation, all meals and snacks and all diving (two or three dives per day).
Contact us NOW to take advantage of these last minute prices & reserve your space!
*Act NOW, availability is limited.
Built in 2008, Dream Catcher II is an eleganlty designed, immensley comfortable liveaboard ship. The 102-foot yacht comprises accommodation for up to 17 guests throughout 7 luxurious cabins. All guest rooms are air-conditioned, have private en-suite bathrooms and sea-facing windows, making sure that all guests can appreciate the stunning beauty of the Maldivian landscape at all times.
In the living area on the ship, guests can enjoy use of state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment as well as Nintendo Wii and a wireless internet connection.
Dream Catcher II Standard Cabin
Dream Catcher II Lower Deck
Dream Catcher II Social Area
Lunch on the Dream Catcher II
Dream Catcher II Saloon
Dream Catcher II
It goes without saying that the primary activity on the boat is scuba diving. Guests enjoy two or three dives a day plus one night dive each week. While the marine life varies with the season and the weather, common sightings include whale sharks, manta rays, eagle rays, grey reef sharks, white tip reef sharks, hammerheads and a plethora of smaller, reef-dwelling creatures. Aside from diving, guests also enjoy snorkeling, fishing, visits to remote, uninhabited islands, cultural visits to local communities and a shopping excursion in the capital of the Maldives, Male.
These last minute offers will sell out fast, so book now and take advantage of the opportunity to enjoy luxury cruising in the Maldives at an unbeatable price!
Rear View of Whale Shark in the Maldives
Colorful, lively Maldivian reef
Beautiful Lion Fish in the Maldives
*All prices subject to change without notice.
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Becoming an affiliate for Maldives Dive Travel is completely free and it takes only a few minutes to sign up. Simply visit our affiliate program web page, where you will be invited to join the program. Once you have confirmed your account, you will be able to take numerous online tutorials that will tell you everything you could need to know about becoming a successful affiliate.
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One of the top diving holiday destinations in the world is the Maldives. This amazing archipelago of over 1100 islands is home to a wide variety of dive sites and an even wider variety of marine life. While there is an extensive diversity of reef-dwelling fish and smaller marine creatures, the real attraction of this diving holiday destination is the larger oceanic species that can be found here, including the whale shark, manta ray, eagle ray, grey reef shark, napoleon wrasse and several other shark species. The Maldives is one of the few diving holiday destinations where divers can enjoy whale shark encounters throughout the year.
The Maldives is a World-Class Diving Holiday Destination
A single trip to the Maldives is not enough time for any scuba diver to truly enjoy what this spectacular archipelago has to offer. There are several different diving holiday destinations with this island paradise. Let’s take a closer look at some of the finest diving holiday destinations within the Maldives.
Spotted Eagle Rays are Common at this Diving Holiday Destination
The amazing diving holiday destination, Hanifaru Bay, is a marine protected uninhabited island located in the Baa Atoll of the Maldives Islands. Its size is no greater than that of a football field and yet it has become one of the hottest spots on the planet for underwater photographers. The reason for this modern day phenomenon of underwater diversity is because plankton blooms between the months of May and November – a very unusual phenomenon – attracting manta rays by the hundreds. At any one time at this diving holiday destination, there can be up to 200 manta rays feeding off the coral reefs as well as plenty of whale sharks which do the same. Hanifaru Bay has become one of the best diving holiday destinations in the world for people looking for manta ray encounters.
Hanifaru Bay Diving Holiday Destination is a must for Manta Ray Lovers
The Baa Atoll in the Maldives is a great diving holiday destination thanks to its many varied dive sites and also the high probabilities of spotting whale sharks. Dive sites in the Baa Atoll include Manta Point, Maavaru Kandu and Muthafushi Thila. There are many resorts whose dive centers take divers to the sites around the Baa Atoll, but the best way to enjoy this diving holiday destination is by liveaboard.
The Ari Atoll is another great diving holiday destination within the Maldives, offering a range of dive sites that include Maaya Thila, Broken Rock, Kudahrah Thila and Veligandu Kandu. There are also good chances of seeing whale sharks in the Ari Atoll.
Liveaboards are the Best Way to Explore this Diving Holiday Destination
A trip to the diving holiday destination of the Maldives is best when enjoyed from the comfort of a liveaboard diving ship. Liveaboard diving holidays in the Maldives are great because you can cover far more area on a boat than when you have to return to a resort each night. Liveaboard diving holidays include other activities as well as scuba diving, such as fishing, snorkeling, visiting island communities, beach parties and shopping excursions.
