Friday, July 4, 2008

Unforgettable July 4th

We got down to business with our first visist in the TVM newsroom on Thursday, our first day in the capital city of Male. Our serious program to improve political coverage begins Sunday.
But first, a one-day trip to a resort. This time it was the Chaaya Island Dhonveli resort. Although it has the reputation of a surfing destination, we had a great time snorkeling, swimming, eating and having a cocktail or two because alcohol is strictly forbidden in the rest of Maldives. No time for a dive trip: strict regulations require a checkout dive and waiting a day. However, we had a blast using one of the over-the-water bungalows for a day. The turquoise water and blue sky created postcard views everywhere. We even saw a small reef shark and a couple of rays swimming right up to the bungalow.

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