Tag: Asia

Sigiriya & Polonnaruwa (Sri Lanka Cultural Triangle)

The Sri Lanka Cultural Triangle is a must visit on any trip to Sri Lanka.  I was traveling with 3 friends for the first part of the trip so after arrival in Columbo, and a stay in Negombo for the night, we headed off to the the Cultural Triangle the next morning. But before the …

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Omadhoo (Mad about Omadhoo)

Omadhoo Island Omadhoo, Maldives is on the east side of the South Ari Atoll.  It’s a small populated island with a port and sand spit on the southwest side.  We were blessed to have 5 nights there.  This is very subjective, but I think Omadhoo Island might be the best island for budget travelers in the …

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What to Do in Male Maldives

In researching the Maldives, the general consensus is the skip Male Maldives if you can.  But I think it’s worth spending a little time in the capital city of Maldives.  We were “forced” to spend some time in Male Maldives since our flight from Dharavandhoo to Male was arriving in the morning and our ferry …

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Dharavandhoo (Mantas or Bust)

Why Go to Dharavandhoo? Dharavandhoo is one of the populated islands in Maldives that is accessible by commercial plane from Male and has reasonably priced accommodation. The island is easily walkable and there are a few restaurants. There’s a forested section on the northwest of the island with a white sand beach, a real tropical …

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Long Layover in Dubai

If you’re flying Europe or the US east coast to Asia, the Middle East, or Africa, there’s a chance that you’ll have the opportunity to fly Emirates Airlines. If you can, try to get flights with a long layover in Dubai so you can get a taste of this incredible city. Emirates Airline Emirates Airlines …

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