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Sun, Sea, and Kurumba, the Quintessential Maldives Experience

Paradise Found in the Indian Ocean: Day 7 The sun is smiling on us for our last day at Kurumba. This is the Maldives experience. Snorkeling and sunbathing, before catching an evening flight to Colombo and arriving in Bangkok the next morning. We were very lucky to find that the storm has passed overnight and … Continue reading Sun, Sea, and Kurumba, the Quintessential Maldives Experience

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Speed Tourism Male in a Day

Paradise Found in the Indian Ocean: Day 6 Putting the poor weather in good use with a tour of Maldives’ capital city, Male in a day. We started our 2nd day at Kurumba with a champagne breakfast at the Ocean Grill. The storm from yesterday did not yet pass so we enjoyed the view of … Continue reading Speed Tourism Male in a Day

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Kurumba Maldives the Resort that Started it All

Paradise Found in the Indian Ocean: Day 5 Exploring and enjoying the very special Kurumba Maldives resort in a tropical storm. In 1972, Kurumba opened as the first resort of the Maldives, ushering in an age of exotic tourism for the country. Recently, Kurumba has completely renovated and refreshed their facilities to continue to lead … Continue reading Kurumba Maldives the Resort that Started it All

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Breezing through Colombo and Negombo in a Day!

Paradise Found in the Indian Ocean: Day 4 Waking up in the grandiose Tintagel Colombo followed by speed tourism of Colombo and Negombo before taking off to the Maldives. Tintagel Colombo I awoke to the patter of rain on the balcony outside my room and was soon lost in thought of the significance of where … Continue reading Breezing through Colombo and Negombo in a Day!

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Paradise Found in the Indian Ocean!

Paradise Found in the Indian Ocean! Planning an quick getaway before Christmas to Sri Lanka and the Maldives with a day in Bangkok on the way back! Why the Maldives and Sri Lanka? You know winter has arrived in Beijing, when you start spotting frozen spit on the sidewalks. I rather not post pictures on … Continue reading Paradise Found in the Indian Ocean!