[ARCHIVE 2018 to 2019] Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi {MDV}
Jul 22, 2019, 5:14 pm
#1711
Join Date: Apr 2019
Posts: 119
Some of you may have already seen this video.
But it is a drone view of some of resort.
I wonder what drone they have its in 4K!
But it is a drone view of some of resort.
I wonder what drone they have its in 4K!
Jul 22, 2019, 9:18 pm
#1713
Join Date: Aug 2018
Location: Atlanta
Posts: 442
While I haven’t yet been to this WA, I have taken my drone to many of the other top properties in the portfolio as I take at least one of my drones with me on all my travels. In my experience, even at the properties with no drone signs or a declared policy, permission is often granted with full disclosure of intentions and purpose up front. As expected, the hotels primary concern is the privacy of other guests.... something I respect at all times. I have often been told where and when I could fly, with strict guidelines pertaining to where I could not. We have also been “monitored” by security at times to Make sure our films are being made within their guidelines. Bottoms line, I view flying the drone as a privilege, not a “right” of any sort. Please do the same.
Ask the hotel and adhere to their policies. Don’t ruin the experience for others- if told not to fly, please don’t-
For what it’s worth, my go to drone on travels is the DJI Mavic 2 Pro-
Ask the hotel and adhere to their policies. Don’t ruin the experience for others- if told not to fly, please don’t-
For what it’s worth, my go to drone on travels is the DJI Mavic 2 Pro-
Jul 22, 2019, 11:07 pm
#1714
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Sydney, Australia
Programs: HH Diamond, Marriott Titanium/LTG, IHG Platinum
Posts: 1,921
For anyone interested in the 60minute guided snorkelling tour, I was told the route occurs at the the drop off that can be seen from 3m38s to 3m55s.
Jul 23, 2019, 8:23 am
#1715
Join Date: Jul 2019
Posts: 3
Hi all! First post here! After reading hundred pages of the thread, I am wondering if anyone have successfully prepaid some expenses using credit auth form? 
Jul 23, 2019, 6:39 pm
#1716
Join Date: May 2013
Location: Seoul, KR
Programs: MAR Titanium, HH Gold
Posts: 572
Just cancelled one cash booking to change it to point redemption but it didn't go back to inventory unfortunately 
Is there a certain delay? Thanks
Is there a certain delay? Thanks
Jul 24, 2019, 2:20 am
#1717
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: Tokyo
Posts: 586
I'm not sure what you mean because you said you cancelled a cash booking. Of course cash bookings will go back into the inventory if nobody else takes the room. But about canceling point bookings - a week ago, I canceled my two bookings Sat to Thurs, and Thurs to Sat but they only immediately put the longer points booking back into inventory. And then suddenly for only 24 hours the entire 7 days was available in the inventory. Then the 7 days changed back to the 5 days ever since. So, they play with these points inventories.
Jul 24, 2019, 5:18 am
#1718
Join Date: May 2013
Location: Seoul, KR
Programs: MAR Titanium, HH Gold
Posts: 572
I'm not sure what you mean because you said you cancelled a cash booking. Of course cash bookings will go back into the inventory if nobody else takes the room. But about canceling point bookings - a week ago, I canceled my two bookings Sat to Thurs, and Thurs to Sat but they only immediately put the longer points booking back into inventory. And then suddenly for only 24 hours the entire 7 days was available in the inventory. Then the 7 days changed back to the 5 days ever since. So, they play with these points inventories.
Jul 24, 2019, 5:33 am
#1719
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: Tokyo
Posts: 586
Which two days were they? Like I mentioned before they seem to be not willing to release the Thurs/Frid I canceled. Also, what is BAR?
Jul 24, 2019, 8:22 am
#1721
Join Date: May 2013
Location: Seoul, KR
Programs: MAR Titanium, HH Gold
Posts: 572
Jul 24, 2019, 8:27 am
#1722
Join Date: Jul 2013
Location: Back in Hell
Posts: 4,178
And very useful post, BTW!
Jul 24, 2019, 8:36 am
#1723
Join Date: Aug 2014
Location: Frankfurt, Germany
Programs: Hyatt Globalist, Hilton Diamond, IHG Platinum, SPG Gold
Posts: 89
I booked with GetMyBoat. Once booked, the company sent me Mr. Moosa as my contact. Most likely, the company will not assign an operator until booked. According to the terms, there is a 100% refund if cancelled 5 or more days prior to the departure date. My experience so far is that my operator/contact responded to all of my questions promptly and in detail. His responses gave me some comfort in my decision to use this company. Perhaps, there will be reports of third party transfers to the WA prior to my booked transfer which is in November. I have not booked my return transfer to the airport as I want to see how the transfer from the airport to the resort goes first.
Jul 24, 2019, 8:46 am
#1724
Join Date: Dec 2013
Location: Homeless
Programs: Hyatt Glob; Hilton Dia; Marriott AMB; Accor Dia; IHG Dia Amb; GHA Tit
Posts: 4,835
Top hotels in the Maldives are significantly more luxurious than in Bora Bora. However you are stuck on your island / resort so there is less to do and you are captive. So if you want to relax, stay put, and be pampered, Maldives is better. If you are active and what to get around, Bora Bora is better.
Jul 24, 2019, 11:19 am
#1725
Join Date: Aug 2018
Posts: 19
I booked with GetMyBoat. Once booked, the company sent me Mr. Moosa as my contact. Most likely, the company will not assign an operator until booked. According to the terms, there is a 100% refund if cancelled 5 or more days prior to the departure date. My experience so far is that my operator/contact responded to all of my questions promptly and in detail. His responses gave me some comfort in my decision to use this company. Perhaps, there will be reports of third party transfers to the WA prior to my booked transfer which is in November. I have not booked my return transfer to the airport as I want to see how the transfer from the airport to the resort goes first.
Kindly note with respect for our guests’ privacy and security, third party/ own transfer is not permitted to enter the resort.
Did anyone arrange their own transportation would like to share? Or everyone paid the $350+23.2% per person per way? Really not looking forward to pay the $1700 round trip for 2 people.