Worldwide Holidays 2024 - 2025

Maldives South Nilandhe Atoll South Nilandhe Atoll is perfect for scuba diving and underwater exploration with its diverse coral reef houses and aquatic species. Raa Atoll The perfect place to spend sun drenched days on unspoilt sands. The scuba diving is outstanding and the beach is pure white sand. North Malé Atoll North Malé Atoll is the principal atoll of the Maldives and includes Malé, the island’s capital. There are 50 islands in the North Malé Atoll, many of which are uninhabited. South Ari Atoll Located to the west of Malé, South Ari Atoll is one of the best places in the Maldives for underwater sports – the diving here is renowned. You can also learn about the Maldivian way of life at the cultural centre. What’s included ✔ Return flights from London. Regional flights available at a supplement ✔ Hand-picked accommodation ✔ Meal plan as specified ✔ Expert representative service by telephone ✔ Transfers are included in the price of every Maldives holiday What you need to know Currency: Maldivian Rufiyaa and US Dollar Visa: Not required Flight Guide: Prices are based on flights from London. See page 101 for regional flight options Flight Time: 10½-16½ hours Language: Arabic and English Time zone: GMT +4 hours < Maldives Idylic Beach With luxuriously warm seas and powder-white beaches, the Maldives islands are a picture-perfect holiday destination. Shores are fringed by swaying palm trees and sparkling waters with tropical fish, dolphins and five species of sea turtles. The Maldives is made up of 1,190 coral islands formed into two rows of 26 natural ring-like atolls in the Indian Ocean. These structures are formed upon a sharp ridge rising from the ocean, making way for breathtaking beaches and crystal-clear waters. Doha Optional Stopovers Elevate your Maldives holiday and break up your journey with a stopover in one of these exotic Middle Eastern cities. Stopover in Dubai , Abu Dhabi , Doha or Istanbul for 2 nights on B&B from £99 . Subject to availability. Please see page 100 for stopover information. Please note: All islands are accessible via seaplane and/or speedboat which may not be suitable for those with mobility difficulties. Indian Ocean Malé Raa Atoll South Ari Atoll Meemu Atoll South Malé Atoll North Malé Atoll Kaafu Atoll Addu Atoll Baa Atoll  Lhaviyani Atoll South Nilandhe Atoll Haa Dhaalu Atoll Hundreds of Worldwide Holidays are available on our website www.mercuryholidays.co.uk 80