Water Sports in Maldives

Posted on December 28, 2014 by Pushpitha Wijesinghe

Beautiful Maldives, a holiday paradise in the Indian Ocean, offers a plethora of exciting and relaxing leisure activities and adventures for those flocking to its shores. If you are planning your dream holiday while staying at Maldives luxury resorts such as the W Retreat & Spa Maldives , water sports is an activity you must check out as this is one of the nation’s main forte.

Out of the many water sports you can engage in, diving and scuba diving is of prominence. The Maldives nations is made up from a total of 26 atolls that offers a wide variety diving options such as diving in underwater islands called Thilas. Kandu a channel or pass that is the diving spot around the border of the atoll is also an option as well as diving in lagoons which are mostly sandy and not very deep, but that contains interesting forms of sea life you can view.

The Maldivian waters are home to some of the most exotic of marine wildlife as well the most spectacular coral reefs. While diving at top diving sites as the HP reef and the Banana reef you will be able to see a vast of amount of marine life such as colorful schools of fish, sea turtles, and whales or maybe even swim with friendly dolphins! At the ‘Manta Point’ you can witness giant Manta rays in their feeding frenzy and later watch them being cleaned by tiny wrasses. The Maldivian waters are undoubtedly a world of its own you can explore by diving.

One of the other popular water sports you can take part in your holiday in Maldives is wind surfing. Maldives with its warm waters, consistent winds and large lagoons has become a hotspot for this sport which combines the two elements of surfing and sailing. Kayaking is also a water sport you can take up which will ensure you the chance to paddle through the calm and translucent aquamarine waters while enjoying the beauty of Maldives.

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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Water Sport Activities in Nusa Dua – Experience a Water Driven Adrenaline Rush!

Posted on October 29, 2014 by Pushpitha Wijesinghe

When it comes to water sports, one is always spoilt for choice for enthusiasts can opt to experience sports such as recreational diving as well as those done on the water and in the water. While swimming and diving are two of the most common water sports, for tourists residing in a luxury resort Bali, barefoot skiing, boating, kite boarding, kayaking, jet skiing, kite surfing, waterskiing and yachting are only some of the sports that can be experienced.

While tourists can always make their own bookings on the Nusa Dua Beach itself, one can also opt for the convenience of asking the hotel management to take care of it. For those residing at The Laguna Resort & Spa Bali, making a booking for water sports is quick, easy and efficient and the customer need not be worried or frazzled about it.

With Bali Jet Set Dive and Marine Sports, also known as JSM, tourists can experience scuba diving, water skiing, kayaking, paddle boarding and even windsurfing. Located on the Tanjung Benoa Peninsula, Bali Jet Set Dive and Marine Sports take pride in providing an exceptional scuba diving experience for a competitive price. Water sport Tanjung Benoa Bali, yet another company, offers interesting sports such as flying fish, wakeboard, waterskiing and seawalker and it is recommended than one negotiates prices in order to obtain the experience for a low cost. The wonderful thing about this particular company is that it offers guests the option of enjoying scuba diving without being licensed: it provides the experience in a much safer environment that does not require the diver to be certified.

Such water sports can also be found on Blue Point Beach and Pandawa Beach depending on which activity you wish to partake in. While such services can cost around twenty five to thirty dollars, the investment is well worth it as the experience is often cherished by many tourists.

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Coronet Peak Ski Field : Hit the slopes with your snow feet

Posted on October 27, 2014 by Pushpitha Wijesinghe

Located 18 kilometers to the northeast of the town of Queenstown is New Zealand’s Coronet Peak which is a commercial ski field with a skiable area of 280 hectares and 481 meters of vertical drop which offer seasoned skiers and riders a long snow season, extraordinary skiing and snowboarding terrain and lift systems. If you are a snow lover and crave for some serious action, Coronet Peak would be the ideal destination. The Peak is one of New Zealand’s most popular ski fields due to its proximity to Queenstown. A comfortable stay at a Queenstown hotel such as Oak Shores which is located within easy reach to Coronet Peak Ski Field is sure to make your perfect holiday dream come true.

The season generally commences from early June and until mid October. Coronet Peak Ski Field boasts the country’s largest fully-automated snowmaking system with 213 snow guns ensuring consistently good skiing and snowboarding throughout the season. .Amidst the thrill and adventure you can experience the breathtaking view of Lake Wakatipu and Lake Hayes. You also have the opportunity to experience some thrilling night skiing on Friday and Saturday nights. The day begins with the operation of the first tracks at 8 a.m. and finishes as late as 9 p.m. on weekends with night skiing. Popular runs on Coronet Peak include Big Easy, M1, Greengates and Shirtfront, and Exchange Drop and the Back Bowls. Coronet’s Peak offers much well-developed piste skiing.

Coronet Peak Ski Field is a destination for families as kids in the ages between three months to five years can be enrolled at the fully-licensed Skiwiland Early Learning Centre and 6 year olds and younger are able to enjoy free day lift passes. It also hosts events such as the Queenstown Winter Festival and the New Zealand Winter Games can be experienced. Coronet Peak Ski Field is surely the most thrilling destination for snow lovers of any age and ability.

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Golfing in Hunter Valley – A perfect getaway by the city

Posted on September 24, 2014 by Pushpitha Wijesinghe

Hunter Valley is just a 2 hour drive from Sydney but amongst the foliage, it can feel like a world away. Escape from the hustle and bustle of the city to the picturesque, and world famous, vineyards, while still close enough to the city that you aren’t in isolation. This makes it perfect for a family vacation however what Hunter Valley is most famous for are its golf courses. A number of hotels and resorts have their own golf courses so if the purpose of your visit is to unwind on the golf course, be sure to book a Hunter Valley resort with its own facilities.

If however you are too busy to take time away from work for a golfing break, bring your work to the golf course. Many resorts, such as the Cypress Lakes Resort offer state of the art facilities and conference rooms to host corporate functions. For the perfect balance of work and play, book resorts that offer these facilities. A number of resorts offer packages and tailor-made itinerary’s to ensure your event begins and ends with no complications for you.

In the event you are lucky enough to book a resort in Hunter Valley for a family vacation or romantic getaway, the region boasts a number of world class restaurants and bars. Whether you are looking to have a fun-filled family meal, or a romantic dinner, there are plenty of options for you to choose from.

In addition to the wide variety of restaurants to choose from, most resorts in the region have spa’s that cater to your every need. Use your holiday time wisely to relax both your mind and your soul, and have an experience that will leave you feeling refreshed and ready to go back to work.