WELCOME TO PARADISE

Be transported from the hustle of a concrete jungle to the calming ambience of a cerulean paradise. Frothy waves break gently on the shore beneath your feet, beckoning you to an island overflowing with experiences unlike any other.

Secluded, this island sanctuary is your cocoon from the rest of the world.  Villas and suites are the ultimate sanctums of privacy and quiet. Sundecks, loungers, a freshwater plunge pool and an all day bed area provides you with an alluring view of the sea.

Choose from ordering custom-made meals at your villa or savoring the best of world cuisines at the restaurants. For an undeniably romantic supper, choose your point of rendezvous on the island, under a blanket of stars, for an exclusive sampling of world cuisine.

To experience these crystal-clear seas and breathtaking scenery really is to experience paradise. Live your dream at the Taj Exotica Resort and Spa, Maldives, on an island with a timeless reputation for romance.

The Equator Bar

The perfect spot to unwind with friends, sipping on exquisite spirits, watching a breath-taking Maldivian sunset over the horizon is the true highlight of an evening at the Equator Bar.

Listening to the sounds of smooth jazz, sip on exquisite drinks from the extensive spirit menu. Take your pick from a menu that includes an array of Latin blends, mojitos, signature martinis and a more. Sipping on your new favourite drink take a peek through the telescope and be mesmerized as you gaze at the twinkle lights of the night sky. Lounging on the open deck, let the evening entertainment sooth your soul as you relax to the tunes of smooth jazz. Niyama Maldives

Reminiscing about your wonderful island experiences as you lounge and relax, The Equator Bar entices you to explore world of fine wine with some of the most exquisite wines the world has to offer. With over four hundred labels of some of the world’s best received wine varietals and wineries, the Wine Cellar reflects the diversity of currently existing wine making styles. Guided by your personal wine connoisseur, let your senses rejoice as you indulge in a unique wine cellar dining experience, and make an evening you won’t forget.

Whether on the sundeck with the heavens as your canopy or under a traditional Maldivian roof, with infinite views of the sea, the bar creates an aura that inspires the feeling of ‘joie de vivre’.

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Find Solitude at the Jiva Grande Spa

The tropical bliss of the island and the lulling harmony of the ocean naturally flow into the Jiva Grande Spa – an oasis of privacy at the far end of the resort; making it your personal escape to the purest experiences of pleasure, wellness and relaxation.

Across the courtyard garden, surrounded by the stillness of the vast lagoon, you’ll find the over-water spa pavilions, each with a private sundeck and relaxation space. The Vastu philosophies of space design at the spa, creates a cocoon of romance, intimacy and warmth.

Experience glorious signature treatments inspired by India’s ancient royalty and authentic ayurveda therapies at the Signature Indian Royal Mud Bathing Experience Pavilion and the Ayurveda Sanctuary Pavilion. Six Senses Laamu Maldives

The spa experience holistically includes a Yoga and Meditation Pavilion, two breathtaking over-water couple spa suites perfect for when you choose the Alepa treatment and the Heat, Hydro and Relaxation Pavilion. Its welcoming sauna, generous relaxation deck and waterbeds help in restoring your body’s natural equilibrium.

All of these treatments are exclusive to Jiva and have been carefully recreated from the fabled lifestyle and culture of Indian royalty and healing therapies that embrace Indian spirituality. The products are created for you with the purest of natural ingredients exclusively developed for Jiva Grande Spa. They are crafted with an inherent understanding of the therapeutic goodness of Indian herbs and rich essential oils and are employed to pamper your senses to the fullest.  The healing properties will help cleanse, moisturise and refresh your skin, producing a natural glow.

Inspired by traditional Indian healing wisdom; at the Jiva Grande Spa, you inherently undertake the journey within, through an array of enlivening holistic treatments, meaningful rituals and ceremonies for a truly calming experience.

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The Rehendi Presidential Villa

A refined and superlative stay experience awaits you at the Rehendi Presidential Villa; considered to be a jewel among the luxury villas, at the Taj Exotica Resort and Spa, Maldives.

Surrounded by dazzling cerulean waters, your only wake-up call here is the sound of the waves. The magnificent villa has a living room; a master bedroom with attached his and her bathrooms, a private balcony, a guest bedroom designed with a glassed his and her bathroom that holds an infinite view of the Indian Ocean.

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Your very own private 15 feet fresh water infinity pool has its own sun deck with hammocks suspended over the lagoon for you to laze in, cocktail in hand. The two open-air `salas’ overlooking the beautiful suspended deck filled with powder soft sand are ideal for relaxing and dining.  This 500 sq. ft.  sand deck creates the ambience of a private beach from which you can directly take a dip in the beautiful surrounding sea.
The Rehendi Presidential Villa, seamlessly extends the magic of the island’s blessed natural beauty, even in its design. The villa built over water, now reveals, newly renovated interiors by design consultants James Park Associates. This one-of-a-kind retreat has been carefully preserved and integrated with unique interiors. Specially commissioned art like sculpted stingrays on the entrance wall, an abstract heron placed on the lower sand deck or a large carved wooden shark at the centre of the pool edge adds drama to the symphony of colour, art and design.

On your sojourn to the Maldives, experience the carefully choreographed style and solitude of The Rehendi Presidential Villa only at the Taj Exotica Resort and Spa, Maldives.

 

THE EXOTIC ADVENTURER : Dive into paradise with me!

Hi, I am Niyaz, the chief dive instructor at Taj Exotica Water Sports Centre and it’s my job to make your diving and snorkeling experience in the Maldives truly spectacular.   (Do I have the best job in the world? Some of my pals with stressful, white-collar jobs in big cities certainly think so!)

I’ll be there with my team to welcome you at my ‘office’ set amidst sparkling blue water, right at the main arrival jetty. But first, a thorough orientation is what we start you off  Jumeirah Vittaveli Maldives with.

Some lessons you’ll easily pick up

 

Our day starts early, deciding the best diving sites based on the tide, current, and very important, your level of skill. We have two daily boat dives: at 9am and 3pm—and all sites are between 20-40 minute boat rides from the hotel. Snorkeling is at 9.30 am and 4 pm.  Rest assured that we have the most experienced staff who will brief you on land first, on what to expect, teach safety tips, hand signals for easy communication…and of course how to have the time of your life!

If you are thinking now “but I’m not really confident of snorkeling”, relax! You’ll learn in no time at all in our lagoon; how to breathe, float and kick using a pair of fins, mask and snorkel. Many beginners have found it so easy to master!

If you’re more adventurous and want to scuba dive, a  classroom lecture will give you the basics; then you’ll practice that in the lagoon…and slowly do the same with 8 metres of water. All nice and easy! And then what if you’re here to take excitement to a new level? Sign up for courses from Open Water to Advance, or even the Rescue Diver Course.

Highest safety standards, and Nitrox diving  too

Apart from the international safety standards here, we provide  Nitrox Diving equipment, ie, you breathe an enriched mix of oxygen  underwater, just as professional divers do around the world. Stay down much longer, come upto the surface for shorter intervals, and head down again. More time to enjoy the wonders of life below! We also have new diver scooters now, so you can cover more areas without getting tired .

The amazing experience can be life-changing.  Earlier, an audio visual would’ve educated you on what to look for, in the incredible variety of marine life. You’ll enjoy ‘Finding Nemo’,  Maldives’ very own orange-coloured fish with a white stripe.  Oriental Sweetlips will bowl you over with her seductive upper-lip. And look out for Cleaner Wrasse, a  ‘dentist’ that swims into big fish mouths to clean them out of dead skin!  One lesson you’ll never forget: underwater life never harms as long as you don’t provoke them.

The best part is, a professional videographer will be right at hand, to shoot your experiences, and maybe you can put it all up on YouTube or your Facebook page and share your adventures with us, when you get home.

Can’t wait for your dose of paradise?  We are ready and waiting for you!

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THE EXOTIC ADVENTURER – Be a sport and join in

Taj Exotica attracts underwater enthusiasts from around the world, for its amazing diving and snorkeling experiences. Now what about those of you who want to stay above the water!

I am Niyaz who heads our Waters Sports Centre, and while you may have come here to just relax and gaze at the beauty of this piece of paradise, your holiday would be incomplete if you didn’t enjoy some wonderful activities we’ve organized for you. We have two options here: Non-Motorized and Motorized Water Sports. All non-motorised sports are with our compliments for our guests, and I have rarely met a guest who hasn’t tried one of these! Especially since experienced guides will sail with you till you build up confidence. So set off on your kayak, windsurf, or enjoy a catamaran ride…there are courses from simple fun rides to adventurous trips; plus beginner sailing courses to intermediate courses too. Anantara Kihivah

 

Motorised or power sports include jetskis, waterskis and inflatables. This can be exhilarating! Instructors can accompany you to get the hang of it, or you can drive it individually or with your partner if you’re confident. Don’t worry, we’ll make sure you’re totally familiar with your Jet Ski’s functions as well as the area you are driving in before you take off…

Want to go the next level of water skiing? Then get yourself a knee board, double or single or a wake board; we can teach even beginners how to stand up in no time at all.

Be a bird for a day

Okay, we’ve kept one more awesome treat, and possibly the easiest, for last! Our parasailing boat will take you upto 80 metres in the air, with the assurance of total safety as you take off like a bird…and land gently back in your boat. You’ll enjoy 15 minutes of the most breathtaking views ever from high above, as the magnificent hotel atolls look like sparkling green jewels nestling in a setting of aquamarine.

Our safety standards are of the highest order, and our experienced team will be happy to guide and protect you always–and give you a boost of confidence to get the best out of your holiday here.

Now think about all those amazing pictures and videos of yourself whizzing around on the water…to perhaps share on your Facebook page once back home. We are waiting at my ‘office’ amidst sparkling blue waters–right near the arrival jetty, for your adventures to begin!

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History of Maldives Customs Authority

History

The recorded history of Maldives Customs is traced to 1890, although government export / import tax administrative infrastructure was functional long before that.

The Maldives Holidays Service is currently leading tour operator in maldives

The first Head of Customs was Amir Ahmed Dhoshimeyna Kilegefaanu. The post of Head of Customs were held by several prominent figures (see photos). The Amir Mohamed Amin, Mr. Mohamed Ismail Didi, Mr. K. Ibrahim Didi, Mr. Mohamed Ibrahim Didi, Mr. Ibrahim Nasir, Mr. Ahmed Zaki, Mr. Farook Ismail, Mr. Abdulla Khaleel, Mr. Hassan Ali Didi, Mr. Hussain Ali Didi, Mr. Ahmed Shathir, Mr. Mohamed Zahir ( 10.1.'73 to 9.12.'78 and from 10.11.'79 to 29.5.'91) and Mr. Hussain Manikfan( from 29.5.91 to 7.7.'96). The longest serving Head of customs were Amir Ahmed Dhoshimeyna Kilegefaanu and Mr. Mohamed Zahir.

Maldives Customs joined the World Customs Organization on 8th September 1995, when it became its 139th Member, during Minister of state Mr. Manikfan's tenure as Head of Customs. The name of Maldives Customs was re-named Maldives Customs Service on 11th November 1998.

We are with Japan

Japan had been one of the biggest donor country to Maldives, Japanese aid had benefited average Maldivian life much in past few decades. And Maldivians are in debt to Japan and it people. We would like sympathize with its people for the loss they had been going through recent earth quack and tsunami. We would like to assure Japanese clients visiting Maldives and those who have not visited Maldives that the people of Maldives are with you. May god give you courage and may you rebuild the loss soon.

 

Maldives Holidays

Latest Special Offers to Maldives

 

Maldives Special Offers, Maldives Holidays

Resort: Sun Island Resort and Spa
Validity: 21st Apr 2011 till 25th July 2011

The following is inclusive on your Package: 

7 nights accommodation in Deluxe Room, with Half Board Meals that is Daily Breakfast and Dinner, Seaplane Return Transfer, Bed Tax, Service charge and GST. All Included

The above price is per person on Twin Share basis. 

If You intend to have a holiday on another period or for fewer or longer days please do let us know. We will contact you instantly

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Resort: Bandos Island Resort & Spa
Validity: 1st May till 31st July 2011

Your Package include 4 nights accommodation in Bandos Island Resort, Standard Beach Front Room, Daily Breakfast and Return Speed Boat Transfer

The above price is based on Twin Share Basis per person. 

Please note if you want to customize the package for your requirement we are more than happy to

 

For More information and bookings please visit

http://www.maldivesholidays.travel

 

Maldives Resort Islands

Maldives Comprises of some of the best resort islands in the world. The true beauty of natural islands, and its one island resort concept is some rare in the world. Today some 600,000 visitors spend their holiday in Maldives. The growing markets are English, Italian and Chinese. Chinese market is believe to grow immensely in the next few years. In order to cater to tourist demand, Maldives is remaking its infrastructure to and government of Maldives has successfully awarded its International airport to be developed as 6 Million tourist airport by making a new terminal in line with latest technology.

 

Maldives luxury island resorts are today the best places for those who want to find a hideaway and spa, some of the islands include Shangrila Villingili, Hilton Maldives Irufushi , Kanuhura Maldives