[ARCHIVE 2014 to 2017] Conrad Maldives Rangali Island {MDV}
Jan 15, 2017, 7:35 pm
#3571
Join Date: Jul 2013
Location: Back in Hell
Posts: 4,178
An FT member who wishes to remain anonymous has sent me a link to the latest excursion price list he/she has externally hosted. You can find it here.
Thanks to him/her for making this available, especially since Conrad's website doesn't list prices.
Thanks to him/her for making this available, especially since Conrad's website doesn't list prices.
Jan 16, 2017, 3:41 am
#3572
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: LHR
Programs: Ex-NWA Plat
Posts: 1,480
Thanks, MaldivesFreak, for your comments on the rooms I am considering.
The Premium Water Villas dont seem to be available on my dates. The best alternative seems to be the DWV and I will take one of these.
A friend recently brought to my attention ISIS in the Maldives. Google is full of news articles, albeit from mostly fringe news organizations. Have recent guests noticed any heightened security at the airport? Resorts? Is there anything to be concerned or aware about?
The Premium Water Villas dont seem to be available on my dates. The best alternative seems to be the DWV and I will take one of these.
A friend recently brought to my attention ISIS in the Maldives. Google is full of news articles, albeit from mostly fringe news organizations. Have recent guests noticed any heightened security at the airport? Resorts? Is there anything to be concerned or aware about?
Jan 16, 2017, 3:49 am
#3573
Join Date: Dec 2016
Location: Here, there, everywhere
Programs: HH Diamond, RC Platinum, SPG Platinum, SA Silver, OW Ruby, TSA Pre-Check
Posts: 50
Jan 16, 2017, 4:51 am
#3574
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Sydney, Australia
Programs: HH Diamond, Marriott Titanium/LTG, IHG Platinum
Posts: 1,921
Now, looks like I will have to go there and collect some toys
We are two adults, no kids FWIW 
Jan 16, 2017, 6:08 am
#3575
Join Date: Jan 2017
Programs: KrisFlyer ∙ Hilton Diamond
Posts: 13
The white tag on the toys say 'Conrad Maldives Rangali Island ' on them.
Jan 16, 2017, 6:26 am
#3576
Join Date: Dec 2016
Location: Here, there, everywhere
Programs: HH Diamond, RC Platinum, SPG Platinum, SA Silver, OW Ruby, TSA Pre-Check
Posts: 50
Not too sure why many hotel chains (Ritz-Carlton comes to mind) seem to think that stuffed toys are only reserved for kids. We adults like to collect, too! Those Conrad stuffed toys are addictive to collect. I have to say that since discovering their existence I've ended up traveling to a few more places that I would've otherwise not contemplated.
Jan 16, 2017, 10:46 am
#3577
Join Date: Aug 2013
Programs: HH Lifetime Diamond, DL PM, Hertz President's Circle
Posts: 920
Wanted to report back that they are renovating (refreshing?) the Superior Water Villas. We started in 338 (not renovated) but had to move, due to the ridiculously loud construction noise including jack hammering to rip up the floors next door in 337. They noted that the rebuild of 337 will take approx 5 days. We were moved to 342 which appears to have been finished. Differences we noticed from 338 include a new TV, new mood lighting added to the ceilings, new floors, and new wall boards. 337 should be done on Friday and 342 is definitely done (haven't asked but it is clear when comparing with 338); to note when requesting a SWV to try and get a recently refreshed one. Also, we received a 10% off coupon for Koko Grille, lobsters and champagne or beach BBQ as diamond members. Not sure if anyone has mentioned that yet.
For those considering either a RWV or a SWV, we prefer the SWV compared to our trip last year. While the RWV is larger and has a more extravagant bathroom, the layout of the SWV is much more efficient and centered around the phenomenal sunset view. Also, the snorkeling off the deck is great. We also prefer the smaller island and proximity to Vilu and Quiet Zone. When they were sorting out the construction issue, they offered to move us to a RWV but we declined to stay in a SWV.
One last difference we noticed is that Vilu has a completely new menu for breakfast and dinner; I had oysters rockefeller for breakfast this morning.
Love this place so much!!
For those considering either a RWV or a SWV, we prefer the SWV compared to our trip last year. While the RWV is larger and has a more extravagant bathroom, the layout of the SWV is much more efficient and centered around the phenomenal sunset view. Also, the snorkeling off the deck is great. We also prefer the smaller island and proximity to Vilu and Quiet Zone. When they were sorting out the construction issue, they offered to move us to a RWV but we declined to stay in a SWV.
One last difference we noticed is that Vilu has a completely new menu for breakfast and dinner; I had oysters rockefeller for breakfast this morning.
Love this place so much!!
Last edited by Michael19887; Jan 16, 2017 at 2:13 pm
Jan 16, 2017, 3:26 pm
#3578
Join Date: Sep 2012
Posts: 4,431
An FT member who wishes to remain anonymous has sent me a link to the latest excursion price list he/she has externally hosted. You can find it here.
Thanks to him/her for making this available, especially since Conrad's website doesn't list prices.
Thanks to him/her for making this available, especially since Conrad's website doesn't list prices.
Jan 17, 2017, 9:01 am
#3579
Join Date: Jul 2013
Location: Back in Hell
Posts: 4,178
Welcome. If you aren't strong swimmers and are concerned about the current, I advise to request to not be in the last couple of DWVs as the current starts getting strong in that area.
Jan 17, 2017, 9:12 am
#3580
Join Date: Jul 2013
Location: Back in Hell
Posts: 4,178
Wanted to report back that they are renovating (refreshing?) the Superior Water Villas. We started in 338 (not renovated) but had to move, due to the ridiculously loud construction noise including jack hammering to rip up the floors next door in 337. They noted that the rebuild of 337 will take approx 5 days. We were moved to 342 which appears to have been finished. Differences we noticed from 338 include a new TV, new mood lighting added to the ceilings, new floors, and new wall boards. 337 should be done on Friday and 342 is definitely done (haven't asked but it is clear when comparing with 338); to note when requesting a SWV to try and get a recently refreshed one. Also, we received a 10% off coupon for Koko Grille, lobsters and champagne or beach BBQ as diamond members. Not sure if anyone has mentioned that yet.
For those considering either a RWV or a SWV, we prefer the SWV compared to our trip last year. While the RWV is larger and has a more extravagant bathroom, the layout of the SWV is much more efficient and centered around the phenomenal sunset view. Also, the snorkeling off the deck is great. We also prefer the smaller island and proximity to Vilu and Quiet Zone. When they were sorting out the construction issue, they offered to move us to a RWV but we declined to stay in a SWV.
One last difference we noticed is that Vilu has a completely new menu for breakfast and dinner; I had oysters rockefeller for breakfast this morning.
Love this place so much!!
For those considering either a RWV or a SWV, we prefer the SWV compared to our trip last year. While the RWV is larger and has a more extravagant bathroom, the layout of the SWV is much more efficient and centered around the phenomenal sunset view. Also, the snorkeling off the deck is great. We also prefer the smaller island and proximity to Vilu and Quiet Zone. When they were sorting out the construction issue, they offered to move us to a RWV but we declined to stay in a SWV.
One last difference we noticed is that Vilu has a completely new menu for breakfast and dinner; I had oysters rockefeller for breakfast this morning.
Love this place so much!!
Jan 17, 2017, 9:44 am
#3581
Join Date: Sep 2012
Posts: 4,431
The prices listed in the photo -- https://www.scribd.com/document/3366...ursions-Prices
Are these the prices the resort charges? I interpreted the original post to mean that an anonymous member runs a third party business for these excursions.
An FT member who wishes to remain anonymous has sent me a link to the latest excursion price list he/she has externally hosted. You can find it here.
Jan 17, 2017, 10:15 am
#3582
Join Date: Jul 2013
Location: Back in Hell
Posts: 4,178
Yes, they are what the resort is charging. Have they gone up again? Haven't had time to compare myself.
Jan 17, 2017, 10:26 am
#3583
Join Date: Mar 2009
Posts: 253
renovated/refreshed SWV
Wanted to report back that they are renovating (refreshing?) the Superior Water Villas. We started in 338 (not renovated) but had to move, due to the ridiculously loud construction noise including jack hammering to rip up the floors next door in 337. They noted that the rebuild of 337 will take approx 5 days. We were moved to 342 which appears to have been finished. Differences we noticed from 338 include a new TV, new mood lighting added to the ceilings, new floors, and new wall boards. 337 should be done on Friday and 342 is definitely done (haven't asked but it is clear when comparing with 338); to note when requesting a SWV to try and get a recently refreshed one. Also, we received a 10% off coupon for Koko Grille, lobsters and champagne or beach BBQ as diamond members. Not sure if anyone has mentioned that yet.
For those considering either a RWV or a SWV, we prefer the SWV compared to our trip last year. While the RWV is larger and has a more extravagant bathroom, the layout of the SWV is much more efficient and centered around the phenomenal sunset view. Also, the snorkeling off the deck is great. We also prefer the smaller island and proximity to Vilu and Quiet Zone. When they were sorting out the construction issue, they offered to move us to a RWV but we declined to stay in a SWV.
One last difference we noticed is that Vilu has a completely new menu for breakfast and dinner; I had oysters rockefeller for breakfast this morning.
Love this place so much!!
For those considering either a RWV or a SWV, we prefer the SWV compared to our trip last year. While the RWV is larger and has a more extravagant bathroom, the layout of the SWV is much more efficient and centered around the phenomenal sunset view. Also, the snorkeling off the deck is great. We also prefer the smaller island and proximity to Vilu and Quiet Zone. When they were sorting out the construction issue, they offered to move us to a RWV but we declined to stay in a SWV.
One last difference we noticed is that Vilu has a completely new menu for breakfast and dinner; I had oysters rockefeller for breakfast this morning.
Love this place so much!!
Jan 19, 2017, 5:15 am
#3584
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Sydney, Australia
Programs: HH Diamond, Marriott Titanium/LTG, IHG Platinum
Posts: 1,921
What's the best way to deal with this .... or am I over thinking it.
We are looking to stay for 6 nights in total.
I am Diamond, my wife is Gold.
We have one free weekend certificate each; thus two nights in a beach villa.
Now the other 4 nights, we will be paying cash and likely booking a SWV.
I know upgrades are not given at this property however I am hoping for lots of positive goodwill ..... and trying to arrange my bookings to maximise the 2 reward nights be upgraded?
I am thinking the first four nights cash, then my wife, then me again .... hopefully the resort is not at capacity and we, luckily, get to stay in our original SWV for the last two (reward) nights.
or should I go for my reward, my wife's reward, then four nights paid.
I expect to move during my stay in any instance so if neither of the above works, my expectation is set appropriately.
We are looking to stay for 6 nights in total.
I am Diamond, my wife is Gold.
We have one free weekend certificate each; thus two nights in a beach villa.
Now the other 4 nights, we will be paying cash and likely booking a SWV.
I know upgrades are not given at this property however I am hoping for lots of positive goodwill ..... and trying to arrange my bookings to maximise the 2 reward nights be upgraded?
I am thinking the first four nights cash, then my wife, then me again .... hopefully the resort is not at capacity and we, luckily, get to stay in our original SWV for the last two (reward) nights.
or should I go for my reward, my wife's reward, then four nights paid.
I expect to move during my stay in any instance so if neither of the above works, my expectation is set appropriately.
Jan 19, 2017, 10:58 am
#3585
Join Date: Mar 2014
Posts: 322
What's the best way to deal with this .... or am I over thinking it.
We are looking to stay for 6 nights in total.
I am Diamond, my wife is Gold.
We have one free weekend certificate each; thus two nights in a beach villa.
Now the other 4 nights, we will be paying cash and likely booking a SWV.
I know upgrades are not given at this property however I am hoping for lots of positive goodwill ..... and trying to arrange my bookings to maximise the 2 reward nights be upgraded?
I am thinking the first four nights cash, then my wife, then me again .... hopefully the resort is not at capacity and we, luckily, get to stay in our original SWV for the last two (reward) nights.
or should I go for my reward, my wife's reward, then four nights paid.
I expect to move during my stay in any instance so if neither of the above works, my expectation is set appropriately.
We are looking to stay for 6 nights in total.
I am Diamond, my wife is Gold.
We have one free weekend certificate each; thus two nights in a beach villa.
Now the other 4 nights, we will be paying cash and likely booking a SWV.
I know upgrades are not given at this property however I am hoping for lots of positive goodwill ..... and trying to arrange my bookings to maximise the 2 reward nights be upgraded?
I am thinking the first four nights cash, then my wife, then me again .... hopefully the resort is not at capacity and we, luckily, get to stay in our original SWV for the last two (reward) nights.
or should I go for my reward, my wife's reward, then four nights paid.
I expect to move during my stay in any instance so if neither of the above works, my expectation is set appropriately.