Episode 01: Maldives

Podcast Concept:

This podcast combines modern relaxation techniques with virtual travel, offering you to discover the world from the comfort of your own home, one destination at a time.

How to best enjoy this episode:

• Before we begin, take a seat or lay down; this will help you to feel completely relaxed
• Feel free to put your phone on silent and use headphones to fully immerse in the experience
• This virtual journey takes 5 minutes and 26 seconds

Episode 01: The Maldives

Our very first episode features one of our all-time favorite destinations: The Maldives

This mesmerizing nation of islands right in the heart of the Indian Ocean, spanning across the equator, is compromised of 1,192 islands, grouped into a double chain of 26 atolls.

Out of those islands, only 200 are inhabited. It is also home to about 5% of the planet’s reefs as well as a thousand species of fish, offering an explosion of color, the clearest water and whitest of soft sand possible.

Here are a few quick facts about the destination:

• Region: South Asia
• Capital: Malé
• Climate: Tropical
• Official Language: Dhivehi
• Recognized Language: English
• Religion: Islam
• Demonym Maldivian
• Independence from the UK: 26.07.1965
• Population (2019): 393,883
• Currency: Maldivian Rufiyaa (MVR)
• Time Zone: UTC +5 (Maldives Time)
• Mains Electricity: 240 V - 50 Hz
• Country Code: +960
• Airport Code: MLE (Velana International Airport in Malé)
• Best Months to visit: November - April
• High Season: December - March
• Wet Season: May - October

Disclaimer:

This is not a conventional (guided) meditation nor am I a trained professional. The aim of this podcast is to spread positive vibes and share our love for travel. If you’re experiencing feelings of anxiety and/or depression, please consult your medical professional before embarking on any meditative journey. 

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