Marco Polo the great traveler referred to the Maldives as the 'Flower of the Indies' and a number of writers have described Maldives as a 'Garland of Islands'. Well, we will advise you not to believe in it until you fly and see it; and to view these flowers in the garland with your eyes in its actual form the best way is to consider an aerial excursion. Sea planes and helicopters are available for the purpose and many resorts offer photo flights at reasonable rates. To look at these wonderful islands from the air is an experience that one will never forget.