Eid-ul-Fitr or Kuda Eid in local language perhaps, is one of the interesting festivals in Maldives. At the end of Ramadan Muslims around the world observe this joyous three-day celebration. Eid ul-Fitr falls on the first day of Shawwal, the month which follows Ramadan in the Islamic calendar. This year Eid ul Fitr falls on...Read More
Ramadan in Maldives during COVID-19 or Roadha Mas in Dhivehi language, is the largest religious festival in Maldives. Things occur very differently than the usual day to day life in the Maldives during Ramadan 2020 due to COVID-19 lockdown. All Muslim citizens of the Maldives fast for 30 days during day time. A great deal...Read More
Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Travel Update as of March 30, 2020. All Elysian Maldives stays, trips or tours offered have been suspended until April 30, 2020. As a result of the rapidly evolving Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, strict measures taken from the government of the Maldives and based on travel advisory, we have reached the unfortunate...Read More
When in Rome, do as the Romans do is a popular proverb attributing to Saint Augustine. In short, which simply means it is advisable to follow the conventions of the destination every time you are staying or visiting a new country. Travelling to Maldives on a budget is easier than ever now. Travellers to Maldives...Read More
Maldives breaks free diving world record on October 1, Tuesday 2019 for most people freediving simultaneously. This record breaking event was done as a part of the many programs that took place in connection with the World Tourism Day 2019 celebrations. The Island Nation’s President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih joined amongst 520 others in simultaneous freediving...Read More
Searching for a liveaboard cruise charter in Maldives? How about chartering Felicity? Felicity is an excellent choice for group of 10 to 14 surfers, divers or travellers. Enjoy a small boat charters in the indian ocean to explore the adventures of Maldives surfing, Maldives diving or simply charter the boat for a fishing expedition in...Read More
For Muslims, the Eid al-Fitr celebration begins after the fasting month of Ramadan ends. During Ramadan, Muslims abstain from food, drinks and sexual intercourse from dawn to dusk, which is an exercise in self-restraint, intended to bring the faithful closer to God. Eid al-Fitr starts when the new moon is spotted in the sky, making...Read More
Ramadan in Maldivian or Roadha Mas in Dhivehi language, is the largest religious festival in Maldives. During Ramadan, things occur very different than the day to day life in the Maldives. All Muslim citizens of Maldives fast for 30 days during day time. A great deal of special food are cooked, new household articles are purchased...Read More
What’s the difference between a lagoon and a house reef? Another popular question by travelers is about the house reef. Islands of the Maldives are formed in such a way that there is always a house reef on one side of the island and the other side is with a lagoon where most of the...Read More
Is Male’ Atoll a better location to stay in Maldives? Many holidaymakers asked me during my days of working in various resorts in Maldives. In my opinion, it’s all about the holiday package that you are searching for. There are pros and cons for every location. For instance, resorts such as Malahini Kuda Bandos, Grand...Read More
