We booked the OWV for the first week of October. Been following the Instagram photos and it seems the resort is coming along nicely. Not sure how much I should worry about staying at a resort within one month of its opening, but it could mean less guests on the island which would be nice. They've recently completed the airport on Funadhoo, which is very close to the JW Marriott. There is also the Hanimaadhoo. I believe the r/t cost of flying from MLE to Hanimaadhoo is ~$300-400 and there is a resort on the north part of Hanimaadhoo that is ~$200 for full board. Wondering if it is worthwhile to go to Hanimaadhoo for a few nights and then take a boat over to the JW Marriott.
Not sure how long it would take a boat to go from island to island, but once Fundahoo starts taking flights you might be able to visit an island or two before/after your visit. They've listed this airport in the JWM documents. So it may be an option vs taking the seaplane. Their brochure also lists the restaurants, bars, nightly open air cinema, photo studio, and adults only areas.
Property Fact Sheet May 2019