The islands of the
Indian Ocean have become
an exotic melting pot
for many people from
different cultures.
Persian and Chinese
traders sailed the
monsoon winds across the
Indian Ocean to Africa
for exotic treasures,
spices and slaves.
Portuguese, Dutch,
French and English
explorers later
traversed the Indian
Ocean to establish their
colonial empires.
Today, the Indian Ocean
has something for
everyone!!!
Maldives:
Like exotic gems
scattered across the
blue velvet of the
Indian Ocean, the 1,190
tiny coral islands of
the Maldives cover a
million square
kilometers across the
equator west of Sri
Lanka. The origins of
these 26 unique atolls
are lost in ancient
history, with
archeological records
indicating the islands
may have been inhabited
for over 5,000 years.
More recent history
shows the Maldives as
being part of an
important trade route
between east and west,
settled by people from
all over the world who
left a strong influence
on the people, their
religion and culture.
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Palm fringed islands
with sparkling white,
powder-soft beaches,
turquoise lagoons, clear
warm waters surrounded
by coral reefs, and one
of the world’s most
breathtaking views of
underwater life...if
this is your idea of a
tropical paradise, then
you’ve discovered the
magic of the Maldives!
But it doesn’t ALL have
to be about relaxing on
peaceful, unspoilt
beaches…. the Maldives
also feature some of the
best surf going!
A chain of picture
perfect coral atolls
make this destination a
surfers dream holiday.
From deluxe,
“resort-based” surf
holidays to
“live-aboard” boat surf
trips are available.
Cruise the clear, blue
waters of North & South
Male' Atolls, surfing
every day on the best
waves going. For the
non-surfer, live-aboard
boats also let you enjoy
fishing, snorkelling and
visits to village
islands and luxury
resorts.
Fine food
and service, amazing
surf, world-class
diving, snorkelling,
exceptional spas, an
endless array of water
sports …. or simply
relax on peaceful,
unspoiled beaches. The
most difficult part of
planning your Maldives
holiday will be deciding
which island to call
home. But the most
difficult part of your
holiday, will be having
to come home!
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Maldives - Take a sandy break!
7 nights from $3043*. Includes
return flights to male, 7 nights
accommodation at Makunudu Island
Resort, return airport
transfers, breakfast and dinner
daily, unlimited use of
snorkelling equipment, one night
fishing excursion and taxes
payable from Australia.
To find out more information
email:
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Maldives money
is called
rufiyaa.
The language
they speak is
called Divehi.
The tourist
industry is the
major industry
in the Maldives.
Tourism in the
Maldives started
in the early
1970s.
Maldives is the
flattest country
in the world.
The highest
point in the
Republic of
Maldives is on
the island of
Wilingili and is
only 2.4 metres.
Global warming
is of particular
concern to the
people of the
islands of the
Maldives. Rising
sea levels could
see the
disappearance of
low-lying
islands over the
next century.
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Resort of the week:
Radisson Resort, Fiji.
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Enjoy the best beach frontage on
Denarau Island at Fiji's newest
resort, the Radisson Resort Fiji
Denarau Island. Only 20 minutes from
Fiji International Airport, this
resort has everything you want -
water sports, fishing, beach
activities, golf, island tours,
Harmony Retreat, large lagoon pools,
a separate "Kids Club" and a range
of dining and entertainment options.
For pure relaxation and comfort, the
resort's 270 spacious guest rooms
and suites combine contemporary
style with a unique blend of
distinctive Fijian culture. Rooms
are equipped with all the expected
modern conveniences, while the one
and two bedroom suites also include
kitchens, separate lounge and dining
areas.
Surround yourself with the natural
beauty of landscaped gardens,
peaceful lagoons and cascading
waterfalls while you discover the
many resort facilities on offer.
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SPECIAL OFFER:
4 nights NOW from just $339* per person twin share land
only. Includes 4 nights
accommodation at the Radisson Resort
Fiji in a Pacific Guest Room and
return airport transfers. Valid for
travel until 31 March 2008.
To find out more information, email:
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or
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London - Fly / Stay
4 nights from $2385* per person twin share.
Includes return flights from Sydney to
London,
4 nights accommodation at the Barkston
Gardens with
FREE
Continental breakfast daily and
taxes payable from Australia.
ADD
Original London Hop On Hop Off Tour
from only $50* per person.
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Innsbruck Alpine Adventure
Nearly everywhere you move in Innsbruck
majestic snow capped mountains dominate your
view. Take a stroll through the medieval
town to visit the famous Golden Roof and
then head up to the reopened winter Olympic
stadium, home of two winter Olympics. For
those wanting to take in the fresh alpine
air there are many Hiking tracks to
explore. 2 nights from $255* per person
twin share land only. Includes 2 nights
accommodation, breakfast daily and Swarovski
Crystal World Tour.
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Istanbul, Turkey.
Great introduction to this fascinating
city. 3 nights from $247* per person twin
share land only.
Includes 3 nights accommodation at the Asur
Hotel in a Standard Room, full breakfast
daily, return private car airport transfers
and a full Day Classical Istanbul Tour
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sandra.whittington@escapetravel.com.au or
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Vibrant Vancouver
A dynamic, multicultural city set in a
spectacular natural environment. No matter
what time of year you visit, there are
indoor and outdoor activities to please
everyone! From $2621* per person twin
share. Includes return flights to
Vancouver, 5 nights accommodation, 1 day
Hop-On Hop-Off Attractions Tour and taxes
payable from Australia.
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Hawaii
4 nights from $1509* per person twin share.
Includes
return
flights to
Honolulu,
4 nights at Waikiki Sand Villa in a Standard
room, return airport transfers and taxes
payable from Australia.
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Discover Toronto
Explore Canada's largest and most exciting
city with museums, galleries and theatres
that rival the best in the world. From
$3468* per person twin share. Includes
return flights to Toronto, 5 nights
accommodation, 2 hours Toronto City Tour and
taxes payable from Australia.
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visit
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ASIA: |
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Bangkok
Explore Bangkok, one of the most exciting
cities in the world, with this great value
deal. From $1039* per person twin share.
Includes return flights to Bangkok, 4 nights
accommodation (for the price of 3 nights),
buffet breakfast daily, return airport
transfers, FREE room upgrade subject to
availability and taxes payable from
Australia.
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Vietnam - Saigon
Visit Saigon from
$1773*. Includes return flights, 4 nights
accommodation, breakfast daily, return
airport transfers and taxes payable from
Australia.
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Krabi... Spoil yourself!
Enjoy a luxury beach holiday at the 5-star
Sheraton Krabi Beach Resort from just $2213*
per person twin share. Includes return
flights to Krabi, 7 nights accommodation
(for the price of 5 nights), buffet
breakfast daily, return airport transfers
and taxes payable from Australia.
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Cambodia Short Break.
For those with a little less time, this
short journey allows you time to explore in
full the amazing Temples of Angkor and the
beautiful Toule Sap River. 3 nights from
$430* per person twin share land only.
Includes 3 nights accommodation, breakfast
daily, transportation and sightseeing as per
itinerary, all entrance fees and Local
English speaking guides.
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India
Family Adventure
Castles, campfires and camel rides - this
trip will captivate both big and little
travellers. Play peek-a-boo behind the
pillars of the Taj Mahal, set sail upon
'Ships of the Desert', spot tigers on safari
and step into the shoes of mighty Mughal
emperors at the impressive Red Fort on this
amazing Indian adventure. 15 days from
$1305* per person twin share land only.
Includes 15 day tour departing Kathmandu,
14 nights accommodation while on the tour,
all transportation while on the tour,
experienced tour leader and local guides at
some sights, some sightseeing activities and
entrance fees and many meals.
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NEW ZEALAND: |
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Queenstown Mini Stay
4 days / 3 nights from $309* per person twin
share land only. Includes 3 nights
accommodation at the Aspen on Queenstown
Hotel, a return trip on the Skyline Gondola,
TSS Earnslaw Cruise across Lake Wakatipu to
Walter Peak Sheep Station and a Shotover Jet
Ride in the world famous Shotover River
Canyons.
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belinda.parmenter@escapetravel.com.au or
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SOUTH PACIFIC: |
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Norfolk Island ON SALE
From $979*. Includes
return flights, 7 nights accommodation, 7
days car hire, return airport transfers,
BONUS seaside picnic breakfast on Saturday
and taxes payable from Australia.
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FIJI - Golfers Getaway
Enjoy a memorable 4 nights at The Pearl
South Pacific home to the 18 hole, par 72
Championship golf course designed by Robert
Trent Jones that is one of the most
adventurous courses in the world!
4 nights
from $797* per person twin share land only.
Includes return private airport transfers, 4
nights accommodation at the Pearl South
Pacific, continental breakfast daily, 1 x 3
course dinner, 1 x 1 hour full body massage
for two, 2 x rounds of golf per person with
lunch at the Country Club, return transfers
to the golf course and use of a shared golf
cart.
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Don't miss the great deal to the Radisson
Resort Fiji above.....
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CRUISING: |
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Haumana Cruises: Rangiroa, Tahiti.
Setting a new standard of luxury cruising in
the heavenly lagoon of Rangiroa, Haumana
Cruises offers an authentic Polynesian
atmosphere, personalised service, first
class dining options and more! From $5429*
per person twin share. Includes return
flights from Australia to Tahiti, return
airfare from Papeete to Rangiroa, 4 night
Haumana Cruise with all meals, entertainment
and activities onboard, port, government and
air taxes.
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Captain Cook Cruises -
Book early and save up to 20%!!!
Great Barrier Reef: 3, 4 & 7 nights from
$960* pp twin share.
Cape York: 7 nights from $2240* pp twin
share.
Fiji Islands: 3, 4 & 7 nights from $881* pp
twin share.
Northern Fiji Islands: 7 nights from $1846*
pp twin share.
Murray River: 3, 4 & 7 nights from $652* pp
twin share.
Sydney Harbour Cruise: 2 nights from $378*
pp twin share.
Aboard the fleet of explorer-style small
ships, you will experience close encounters
with extraordinary places, superb dining,
entertainment, expert local guides and great
company! Prices are cruise only and do not
include airfares.
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SuperStar Gemini - 21 NIGHT CRUISE EARLYBIRD
Save
up to 45% with this Earlybird Offer on the
SuperStar Gemini. 21 nights now from $3515*
per person twin share cruise only. Includes
21 nights accommodation onboard SuperStar
Gemini, all meals, onboard entertainment and
cruise taxes. Visit Singapore, Koh
Samui, Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh City, Danang,
Hong Kong, Halong Bay, Nha Trang, Kota
Kinabalu and Kuching.
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AFRICA: |
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Kenya Wildlife Experience
Spend time in and around Kenya's finest game
parks on this amazing wildlife adventure. 8
days from $889* per person twin share land
only. Includes 8 day tour departing from
Nairobi, 7 nights accommodation while on
tour including 1 nights hotel and 6 nights
participation camping, all meals while
camping, small group touring with a maximum
of 21 people, experienced tour leader and
local guide at some sights, some sightseeing
activities and entrance fees and all
transportation while on tour. Note: Local
Payment of US$125* plus Park Fees of
US$180*are required on arrival.
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Sydney - Relax in 4.5-star comfort
Sebel Pier One -
Sydney's first Over Water Hotel!
A spectacular mix of contemporary design and heritage structure, right
beside the Harbour Bridge in an old shipping
wharf. Within minutes of the Rocks and
Circular Quay, The Sebel Pier One is ideally
located for your stay in Sydney. Stay from
just $161* per person twin share per night.
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Byron Bay
2 nights from $145* per person twin share
land only. Includes 2 nights accommodation
at the 4 star BreakFree Eco Beach Resort in
a Studio Suite.
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Extra night from $73* per person.
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Perth
4 nights
from $199* per person twin share land only.
Includes
4 nights accommodation at Travelodge Perth
in a Standard room (for the price of 3
nights).
WHY NOT ADD
Perth Sightseeing Pass from $105* per adult?
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Indian Hara Pulao
Pulao is a popular Indian rice dish. It goes very well with any meat
dish and is very popular on
festive occasions.
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INGREDIENTS:
1 cup Basmati Rice
250g Cauliflower - cut into
small pieces
150g Green Peas
200g Potatoes – thinly sliced
2 sticks Cinnamon
4-5 Cloves
7-8 Black pepper
2-3 Bay Leaves
2 Green Cardamoms
2 Onions – thinly sliced
2 Green Chillies – thinly sliced
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4 tbsp Vegetable Oil
Paste of; 1 bunch (about
100g) green coriander
leaves, 4 chillies & 2.5cm
of ginger
Salt to taste
Garam Masala Powder
METHOD:
Heat 1 tbsp. oil in a pan.
Fry bay leaves, cloves,
cinnamon, black pepper for
1/2 minute on medium heat.
Add thinly sliced onions,
green chillies and fry till
pink. Keep this aside.
Take rest of the oil and fry
all the vegetables for 4-5
minutes. This adds taste to
pulao.
Add paste of coriander
leaves, green chilli and
ginger to it.
Add the fried onions, garam
masala and salt. Stir and
then fry it for 5 minutes.
Add washed rice and water
(slightly more than 2 cups).
Cook on medium heat. Stir
rice once while it’s getting
cooked.
Green spicy pulao is ready
to serve. Decorate with
chopped green coriander
leaves.
Source: www.indiaoz.com.au
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