Originally Posted by
salehir
Well yes and no. Yes it is clearly stated in the T&Cs and hence it would make sense to book first and then potentially get in touch. I'd rather not risk an unnecessary disagreement/argument at a place like maldives where once I have reached there is no other option and especially when we are talking quite high monies
On something this clear Marriott would likely have your back and failing that a chargeback from Amex would be a very simple way to resolve it.