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How to Eat Like a Local in the Maldives - Tips on Wining and Dining on the Best of Local Cuisine during a Trip to the Maldives

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As one of Asia's favorite holiday hubs, travelers from around the world head to the Maldives to experience the sun, the sand, and the surf of this modern-day paradise. While enjoying water sports activities and spending time in the water are top priorities for most visitors, few count exploring local cuisine in the Maldives as a holiday goal. Regardless of the duration of your getaway, here are some of the best ways to wine and dine like a local during a trip to the paradise isles.   1. Cross Off the Comfort Food First As in any food culture, the Maldivian canon also has several comfort dishes that are consumed almost daily by the islanders. Maldivians who live around the world consider these dishes staples that remind them of their homeland and no single dish enjoys more popularity in this regard than the humble tuna soup that is Garudhiya. Although this aromatic broth is not difficult to prepare, access to fresh tuna is essential to this dish, which slow cooks the fish in water t...

How to travel around Penang – travel the Malaysian way

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 Penang is an island situated in the northern part of Malaysia. It is one of the most renowned resort destinations in Southeast Asia and is nicknamed the peart of the Orient. It is a traveler's dream with a range of different cultures to explore, great food to eat, and exciting adventures to be a part of. Best time to go The first thing to decide is when you want to go to Penang. As an equatorial island, Penang has two main seasons, wet and dry. This means the country has a highly humid and warm part of the year and one that is filled with heavy rains. Between December and January are the most famous tourist seasons. This is because it falls in line with the New Year as well as the Chinese New Year when people are on holiday and are in a mood to travel. The time between April and November is usually considered off-peak since there is a lot of rain. The advantage of visiting during these times is that it is usually cheaper. How to get around Penang This depends on which parts of the...

How To Plan A Destination Wedding In Sri Lanka – Setting The Stage For One Mesmeric Experience

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Weddings are all about new beginnings and journeys enveloped with personal whims and fancies. Better yet, a destination wedding and that too within the brilliance and beauty which is Sri Lanka is sure to linger long in one’s memory. If intrigued by the fundamentals of what it requires to plan a destination wedding and the reasoning behind such a decision, then do continue to read along. Consider the climate Sri Lanka’s weather is tropical and fairly consistent during all months of the year with the occasional monsoonal rains known to descend over the island nation. The southwest coast experiences showers come the months of May through September whilst the period of October to January is when showery conditions prevail over the north and east coasts respectively. Importantly, the inter-monsoonal season lasts from October to mid-November and brings with it heavy rain and thunderstorms which must be avoided as this will invariably play spoilsport ahead of your wedding. Factor in the vario...

How to enjoy the blue waters of the Indian Ocean around the Maldives – a vacation in paradise

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 The Maldives is a perfect holiday destination for couples, backpackers, and families alike. It is surrounded by the beautiful blue ocean, has a range of fun activities on offer, and is a place where you can truly relax in tranquillity. If you are thinking of how best to enjoy your time in the Maldives, here are a few things to keep in mind.  Understand the resort culture  The Maldives is a unique holiday destination because it consists of a large number of islands that operate differently. Most of the resort islands are home to a single resort. This means that if you are staying at a particular resort that you will have the entire island to yourself and the other guests at the resort. The ambiance is quite relaxed in these islands with people dressed casually and alcohol in ample supply. The islands that are occupied by the locals such as Malé function quite differently. Firstly, they are much more urbanized and busy. This is because they act as the key economic hubs for...

How to spend your holiday in a shopping paradise, Orchard Road Singapore

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A trip to Singapore would inevitably entail some retail therapy, sumptuous meals and indulgence. Once an unassuming road filled with fruit orchards, pepper farms, and beautiful nutmeg trees, Orchard Road is now Singapore’s most loved shopping street. In this article, we discuss how to have a good time on Orchard Road. Go shopping – Retail therapy  Out of all the   places to explore in Singapore , Orchard Road is one of the most famous destinations. First things first, let us talk about some of the shopping malls in Orchard road. Ion Orchard: This is not only just a luxury shopping mall but also a residential area. You can find an extensive range of luxury goods including top brands such as Prada, Gucci and Zara. The mall is home to over 300 retail shops and various restaurants serving international cuisine. Ion Orchard is within close proximity to a number of accommodation options such as the Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Orchard, Singapore. The Paragon: If you are looking to bu...

How to spend three days in Toronto – a quick guide to exploring Toronto

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Toronto is the biggest city in Canada and is a world-famous tourist destination. It is home to a range of interesting sites such as museums, magnificent architecture, shopping centres, and more. If you’ve only got three days in Toronto, it’s still possible to see all of these attractions if you know how to plan your trip right. If you’re lucky and plan well in advance, you will also be able to squeeze in a trip to Niagara falls within these three days.  Day One – A quick tour Your first day in Toronto will be best spent by getting a feel of what the city has to offer. The most ideal way to explore all of the   best things to do in Toronto  is to get on a hop on hop off tour bus. But before you do this, start your day by having a wholesome breakfast at Pan Pacific Toronto or one of the local coffee shops. Then you can make your way to Yonge-Dunas Square where you can hop on the tour bus. The ticker for this tour will transport you around the whole city and will also includ...