ROYSTON ELLIS

The original Bradt guide to Maldives was the first ever international guide to this island paradise. This fourth edition contains new material on recently developed island resorts and a thorough update on all information in the previous edition. It caters for the extensive visitor base of diving and spa holidaymakers whilst providing special details for the style-conscious, luxury seeker including super-luxury class accommodation and tailor-made tours.

This 96-page book offers an expert''s guide to the Maldives, with itineraries and excursions taking in all the islands'' top highlights, ranging from Kanifinolhu''s blissful beaches to Mahe''s stunning Grand Mosque. It also includes a chapter on history and culture, as well as leisure-time suggestions and a comprehensive information section packed with essential contact addresses and numbers. This is the guide that answers the questions you''d ask a friend who lived in the Maldives. Which resorts are really worth staying at? What dives sites shouldn''t be missed? Where are the great places tourists haven''t yet discovered? It is written by a local host, it is based on intimate knowledge of the islands.

The civil war has ended and all regions of this resplendent land are now accessible to visitors. The island offers everything from snorkelling and sandy beaches to golf and hill-country tea plantations; from ancient temples and ruins to shopping opportunities in Colombos bustling streets. In this new edition, Royston Ellis, a Sri Lankan resident, explores the diversity Sri Lanka offers in an easy-to-read narrative packed with entertaining comments and sound advice, based on personal experience. Combining experience with enthusiasm he helps visitors get the most from this magical isle - everyone will find something to admire in this enchanting tiny teardrop.In this new edition, British resident of Sri Lanka for over 33 years, Royston Ellis, explores the incredible diversity that Sri Lanka has to offer now the entire country is open to visitors, in an easy-to-read narrative packed with entertaining comments and sound advice, based on personal experience.