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Pro
sun,sand & snorkelling!
Con
Excusions off the island are somewhat limited
In a nutshell
The most relaxed ever
adelinemmc Says: You are in the Maldives so it is a bit criminal not to have a peek underwater, it's so lovely down there!There is a dive centre on the island so you can learn to dive there or dive, dive, dive if you are already qualified.The house reef is very good. There is even a small...
adelinemmc Says: There is a spa on Kuredu and it looks fab. The treatment rooms overlook the sea and have a real luxury feel about them. So if you feel like a bit of pampering, then go fo it.A word of warning: prices are on the steep side. Probably slightly more expensive than in your...
piravlos01 Says: Go definately for snorkelling. It is an experinece you won't regret!!!And if you fear of "tsunamis", I have to inform you that Maldives Island generally have an anti-tsunami protection due to their coral structural. When the tsunami struck, no one of the snorkellers or...
ArianaR Says: Snorkelling!!This was most definitly the highlight of our two weeks in paradise! We spent most of our time snorkelling on the house reef . We saw, honeycomb eels, clown fish, titan triggerfish, butterflyfish, angelfish, wrasses, cube fish, loads of parrotfish, and many more...
ArianaR Says: The BeachWe ate here on my birthday and it was very yummy. I had mussels as a starter and boiled maldivian lobster as a main course, which was well worth the money. Service was brilliant.The BonthiAlthough we had an excellent meal at the The Beach, when we go again we will...
All inclusive - Beach Villas: Avoid disappointment - get there early
Martinwhipp Says: When you are staying in the Beach villas, as we did, you have a set restaurant that is yours as far as all inclusive goes. There are others that you can pay extra for - but why bother unless you have a really special occasion.The restaurant we used was reasonably varied day...
ArianaR Says: We liked going to the pool bar in the evening and relaxing on the loungechairs while looking into the ocean and swallowing as much rum as possible.The Akiri bar is also nice, a very romantic atmosphere. Comfortable chairs grouped in 2s or 4s around little glass top tables...
Martinwhipp Says: Between the two restaurants for the beach bungalows and villas is the Babuna Bar, a massive area which has a stage and recreation area for games, loads of tables, and of course the bar.Evening entertainment mostly consisted of various live acts from nearby islands singing...
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There are two ways to get around the Island of Kuredu.
1. In your bare feet
2. In your flip-flops
Might I suggest the former, but carry the latter with you for the sharp corally bits on the north shore.
Written Nov 12, 2003
The only supply shop in Kuredu which is also the internet shop, I found to be quite expensive for just about everything. A little disappointing as there was the usual display of souveniers that we would have liked to bring home.
Items of decorative jewellery are not marked to indicate whether thay are turtle shell or such like so you have no idea whatyour buying other than the prices are high.
Internet is relatively cheap although you are warned that the time is for while you are at the computer and not whilst accessing the internet and several times the connection was very slow.
Updated Jul 30, 2006
ArianaR Says: Be aware that the Maldives are a 100% muslim country. Any religious items that do not pertain to the muslim faith will be confiscated at the airport. You are prohibited from bringing alcohol or pornography into the Maldives (this may include magazines that show partial...
Martinwhipp Says: Just a small thing, but important if you are intending to visit some fo the local inhabited islands.Women must cover up their Shoulders and Knees.Minor, I know - but it could stop you from having to buy a sarong on the island!
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Just a thought - at certain times of year there can be a problem with airborne insects such as mosquitoes etc.
We visited Kuredu in October and there was nothing airborne, but there were hundreds of sand-ants.
You cant feel them until it's too late - so get that repellent on! The shop on the island does a bottle of repellent and sun-screen in one. Well worth buying some!
Updated Nov 12, 2003
HOGGY88 Says: The majority of the accommodation is located approimately 10 to 15 minutes walk away from the restaurants and bars. You are not permitted to take glasses out of bars ( they will not provide paper or plastic cups). So if you are relaxing on the beach at your bungalow and...
ArianaR Says: Although in some shops in the airport you can buy the same souvenirs they sell in the resorts for a lower price, the food was very expensive.Make sure you eat a big breakfast the day you leave. We had a very small breakfast and then headed off to the airport. We had a few...
HOGGY88 Says: Most of the time we were barefoot, even in the general restaurant as sand is laid everywhere. Some areas get a little spiky so carrying a pair of sandals/flip flops is recommended but try it first as everyones feet sensitivity is different. We brought various items to...
ArianaR Says: Very light, breathable clothing. We didn't leave the island and the gift shop had a very limited toiletry section.We brought Immodium AD instants (which we used once each). Plenty of sunscreen, and aftersun lotion.Headache tablets (incase of hangover). underwater camera...
HOGGY88 Says: There is not much night activity in way of shows, intertainment etc and not being into books I brought a portable dvd player and some movies which helped while away some time either sitting on the porch or during flights to and from Male.
Martinwhipp Says: If, like me you are interested in astronomy, and you have only ever seen northern skies, then this is a good place to dip you toe in to the delights of the southern hemisphere.Being so near to the equator means that the pole star almost sits on the northern horizon, giving...
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Favorite thing: My favorite thing about Kuredu is the feeling I got when I looked out into the ocean. Everyday it was just as beautiful an exciting, it is the most amazing place I have ever been.
As if it isn't already perfect enough, we got the Him n' Her massage......pure bliss. For $130 for the both of us we used the jacuzzi for 30 minutes, we were massaged together in a candlelit room for about an hour, after the massage we went back to our room to relax and we were sent a bottle of champagne (which we drank on the beach). Well worth the money.
Fondest memory: Weather:
Even though we went in the rainy season, the weather was gorgeous. My husband and I both had enough sun to turn ridiculously brown. When it did rain it was short bursts and then the sun was back out and luckily it mostly rained in the middle of the night.
One of my favorite nights was walking back to our bungalow in the pouring rain from the babuna bar. I suppose it is what you make of it.
Conclusion
I thoroughly enjoyed my time in Kuredu. I think they have set up the resort perfectly, with just enough choice to make each day a little different but not too much going on that it seems commercialised. I loved the island way of life and didn't miss the computer or watching tv one bit.
My husband and I miss Kuredu dearly, it truly is paradise and an experience I ( we ) will never forget.
Written Dec 6, 2004
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Kuredu - an island with a bit of everything
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