Escape Holidays

27/06/2015

Visit Maldives Year 2016 - Introduction to the events

17/06/2015

Air India Delhi to Colombo triggers joint tourism promotion with Sri Lanka

In the back drop of Indian arrivals to Sri Lanka clocking in a 38.2% growth in May and cumulative growth at 26.8% crossing the119,593 arrivals barrier as at end May, Sri Lanka tourism met the hierarc
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04/06/2015

Jetwing Lighthouse

On the fringe of the former Dutch Colonial town of Galle stands Jetwing Lighthouse, a testament to the iconic work of the Sri Lankan architect, Geoffrey Bawa. This elegant hotel is the ultimate tropical retreat amidst the sun, sea and sands of the southern coast.

http://srilankaandmaldives.com/sri-lanka-hotels/lighthouse-hotel-galle/

04/06/2015

Maldives Unveils the logo for "Visit Maldives Year 2016" Campaign.

The logo was designed by Afu Afzal Shaafiu - Visual Artist

"The main concept of the logo is focused on creating an icon that is easily understood, fun, simple and straight forward, conveys the essence of the tropical nature of the Maldives and loud enough to grab everyones attention at first glance.

To make things simple, the icons carry stylized versions of Sun (hospitality/ climate), Sea (environment / marine life) and Sand (islands / people / flora and fauna); sand depicted as a piece of coral which are the building blocks of the Maldivian islands. The overlapping of these elements connect each other to resemble the strength of Maldivian tourism industry.

The typeface used is specially designed for the logo and is not a font. The character of the typeface has it’s laid back island feel to it. The text being detached to the icons allows the freedom to write ‘VISIT MALDIVES’ in different languages for different markets.

The careful selection of colors carry a spectrum of hues seen in the Maldives to reflect its tropical nature; climate, ocean, marine life, people, eco system and way of life. It is also thoughtfully designed in a way that
it looks good both on white and black backgrounds. The arrangement of colors used has purpose and design psychology. Both the elements and the colors are arranged in a way to lead the eye of the viewer in a circular motion within the logo with high legibility / visibility of words and icons in one glance"

31/05/2015

What are your Sunday plans?

27/05/2015

W RETREAT & SPA - MALDIVES

Free Seaplane Transfer
Market: Asia (including China)
Period: 16 July - 30 September 2015

Subject to terms and conditions

Revel in luxury at the newly restyled W Retreat & Spa – Maldives. Inspired by the radiance of its sparkling natural and entirely private surroundings, the new look of the retreat evokes the colorful marine life, twinkling stars and glowing plankton of the Indian Ocean. It conveys the personality of the resort through colors and glowing elements which have been woven seamlessly into every detail of the resort.

More details : http://srilankaandmaldives.com/maldives-hotels/w-retreat-and-spa-maldives/

22/05/2015

Jetwing Vil Uyana Sigiriya

Jetwing Vil Uyana is situated among reed beds and paddy fields and over the first man-made lake since the era of Parakramabahu I. Situated in the shadow of the historic rock fortress of Sigiriya, is what Harper’s Bazaar calls the Best Eco Luxury Hotel in Sri Lanka. It was inspired by the habitat creation at the London Wetland Centre by the Wildfowl and Wetland Trust.

For more details : http://srilankaandmaldives.com/sri-lanka-hotels/jetwing-vil-uyana/

19/05/2015

Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa

20% Early Bird Discount Offer

01 August 2015 to 25 December 2015
Valid for bookings 90 days prior arrival

Sheraton Maldives, a world of golden sunshine, fine dining, water sports and entertainment, topped off with warm Maldivian hospitality on a private island just 15 minutes by boat from Malé Airport. Make yourself at home in 156 guest rooms and 20 Ocean Pool Villas of the delightful Maldives resort, furnished in tropical style and with the finest amenities – it’s never been easier to slip into the rhythm of idyllic island living this side of paradise.

For more details - http://srilankaandmaldives.com/maldives-hotels/sheraton-maldives-full-moon-resort-spa/

17/05/2015

ELEPHANT CORRIDOR, SRI LANKA

Situated In the Cultural Triangle, leave your worldly cares behind, Breathe the spirit of the wilderness and Rejuvenate yourself, surrounded by thousands of acres of jungle beside a lake, against the backdrop of the breathtaking Kandalama Hills near Sigiriya.

With its all-suite concept of luxury accommodation, the Elephant Corridor Luxury Boutique Hotel, Sigiriya, allows you the luxury of relaxation in absolute privacy. Pamper yourself by dining on a private terrace with a garden. Take a dip in your own private plunge pool. Unwind with a drink at your en-suite bar or perhaps just lie in bed and gaze across the jungle plain at the Sigiriya rock on the horizon. Follow your biological clock. Have your meals served when you are hungry, in your own preferred style – in your suite, at Elephant Corridor’s specialty restaurants, or even outdoors under the trees.

http://srilankaandmaldives.com/sri-lanka-hotels/elephant-corridor/

15/05/2015

Anantara Kihavah Villas, Maldives

Tranquil private villas. Underwater dining. Boundless horizons.

Enjoying a prime location in the Maldives’ Baa Atoll island archipelago and on the doorstep of Hanifaru Bay, Anantara Kihavah Villas is the perfect place from which to explore the underwater world of the Indian Ocean. Set on Kihavah Huravalhi, one of the most pristine Maldivian islands, the resort is 30-minute seaplane flight from Male International Airport, an unforgettable experience in itself as the plane flies over a string of glowing coral islands amidst turquoise waters.

79 spacious private pool villas, ranging from 260 to 2,730 square meters, are either poised over the water with sweeping ocean views or nestled along a pristine stretch of private beach. Snorkel some of the world’s most treasured reefs within a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, explore uninhabited islands encircled by abundant reefs home to turtles, eels and beautiful coral formations, or cruise in solitude into a tapestry of unimaginable colours to a glorious Maldivian sunset.

http://srilankaandmaldives.com/maldives-hotels/anantara-kihavah/

21/04/2015

"The Wildlife of the land has been famous for centuries, but only in this generation have we grown to know the Wildlife of the Sea - which is even more prolific, and far more colourful.
Much of the Island is surrounded by coral reefs, the new playgrounds of our age. It was these that first drew me to Ceylon. Only much later did I discover the lovely land that they guard against waves thundering across thousands of kilometers of open sea."

Arthur C Clarke - The Sea of Sinbad

Set in the Indian Ocean in South Asia, the tropical island nation of Sri Lanka has a history dating back to the birth of time. It is a place where the original soul of Buddhism still flourishes and where nature’s beauty remains abundant and unspoilt. Within a mere area of 65,610 kilometres lie 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, 1,330 kilometres of coastline - much of it pristine beach - 15 national parks showcasing an abundance of wildlife, nearly 500,000 acres of lush tea estates, 250 acres of botanical gardens, 350 waterfalls, 25,000 water bodies, to a culture that extends back to over 2,500 years.