SPECIAL DOSSIER: MALDIVES 49 : A “different” dining experience at the Conrad Maldives Rangali Island resort – currently on promotion at Trav Maldives The Secret is Out A receptive with a different take on tourism offers unique Maldives experiences Mixing with the locals in the Maldives – a truly unique experience One Stop Shop For Luxury Travel in Maldives Trav Maldives lays claim to being the Maldives’ premier luxury travel specialist, focused exclusively on properties on Maldives Islands. Many of the resorts in the Trav Maldives Collection have won several international awards for the standards of excellence and the beauty of the island. Receipt of these awards confirms Trav Maldives’ unparalleled commitment to the complete and total fulfilment of the guests’ individual tastes, requirements and expectations. Trav Maldives take pride in seeking out the Maldives best hotels, resorts, villas and travel experiences. Their product managers and consultants are constantly travelling to visit new hotels, discover hidden gems and ensure that all of the properties in their extensive portfolio meet their exacting standards and health & safety criteria. One & Only, Banyan Tree, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, Como Hotels and Resorts and independent, privately-owned hotels – their list of partners represents the crème de la crème of luxury travel. ALL TRAV MALDIVES TOURS ARE PRIVATE Trav Maldives ensures a completely custom-planned trip. Whether it’s location, accommodation or guides, everything is selected to suit the visitors’ tastes and preferences. From expert private tours to restaurant reservations, Trav Maldives takes care of every detail. EXPERT KNOWLEDGE With Trav Maldives, you can speak to someone who’s really been there. Their travel designers have lived in, or travelled extensively in their specialist areas. You are able to get first-hand advice on hotels and locations to find those that suit you best, and deal with one expert all the way through, from enquiry to travel, making the most of the visitor’s time thanks to careful, experienced planning. Hall 5.2A / Stand 109-109a For many, the Maldives is considered an out-of-reach destination for those on a budget; limited to honeymooners looking for luxury resorts. But now, the natural beauty and experiences of this paradise are being opened up with local island tourism. Whether your clients are backpacking through South East Asia or looking for a more authentic Maldives holiday experience, you can help them discover the true Maldives thanks to Secret Paradise. Specialising in cultural and adventurous, private and small group island tours, Secret Paradise offers locally-guided packages combining guesthouse accommodation with activities that are synonymous with the Maldives, including diving, snorkelling, sunset safaris and relaxing on the beach, with cultural aspects such as meeting locals, having dinner in their home and learning to cook Maldivian style. Each tour is designed to allow guests to engage with local people and experience the best from the island paradise generally known as a luxury resort destination. Should visitors have an interest in local cuisine there is a hands-on Cooking & Culture tour based on the island of Fuvahmulah, a unique one-island atoll. For those looking to balance their down-time with the opportunity to experience a range of water sports and activities, the Multi-Activity Package on the island of Gan combines the opportunity to try out activities such as surfing, sailing and diving with cultural immersion. There is also the Backpacker Break designed to either work as a self-contained budget Maldives experience or as a start to an independent stay in the archipelago. With cheap flights from Asia, India and Sri Lanka, the thriftiest of travellers can now discover the Maldives. Hall 5.2A / Stand 109-109a ITB BERLIN NEWS • Wednesday 9 th March 2016
