[ARCHIVE 2018 to 2019] Conrad Maldives Rangali Island {MDV}
Aug 15, 2018, 1:11 am
#1351
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: ZRH
Programs: M&M SEN (*G), HH Diamond
Posts: 2,418
I have read what seems like hundred of posts, but still unable to find the info that I'm looking for (sorry if I have missed it). My partner and I plan on spending 5 nights at the resort and have a couple of questions:
1. Using 95k points, I noticed that I can't book a OV anymore and that a SWV or DWV are the only ones (the cost is 95k for BV vs 345k for SWV)
2. I'm reading a lot about the 4th or 5th night free, but I can't seem to get it work for November - what am I missing?
3. We are arriving in Male at 20:50pm, so I assume there is no point trying to rush to the resort (via plane then water) so we should wait for the next day to get the seaplane there - is that right?
4. We are looking at going either Nov-18 or Jan-19. I am leaning toward Jan, but if I can get an extra night free for Nov then that might push me over the edge.
1. Using 95k points, I noticed that I can't book a OV anymore and that a SWV or DWV are the only ones (the cost is 95k for BV vs 345k for SWV)
2. I'm reading a lot about the 4th or 5th night free, but I can't seem to get it work for November - what am I missing?
3. We are arriving in Male at 20:50pm, so I assume there is no point trying to rush to the resort (via plane then water) so we should wait for the next day to get the seaplane there - is that right?
4. We are looking at going either Nov-18 or Jan-19. I am leaning toward Jan, but if I can get an extra night free for Nov then that might push me over the edge.
2. You have to be at least Hilton Honors Silver (and be logged in while searching) to get the 5th night free
3. Personal preference, I guess. I would go to the resort that night instead of staying on Hulhumale.
4. See 2.
edit: see 5th night free in November:
WV for 95k:
Last edited by goliath; Aug 15, 2018 at 1:16 am
Aug 15, 2018, 1:16 am
#1352
Join Date: Jul 2011
Posts: 22
Thanks for the super fast response! Maybe I wasn't logged into the website as it is not working once logged in 
Aug 15, 2018, 1:24 am
#1353
Join Date: Jul 2011
Posts: 22
Yes I see now if I change the dates to Mar-19 as opposed to Jan-19, then I can find the WV. I assume the WV is that much more special than the BV. I do like the BV given the size and open bathroom.
Are the locations that different from WV and SWV? I'm in my 30s and love the heat (so no issues walking)
Are the locations that different from WV and SWV? I'm in my 30s and love the heat (so no issues walking)
Last edited by dein_gesicht; Aug 15, 2018 at 1:30 am Reason: more info
Aug 15, 2018, 3:34 am
#1354
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: UK
Programs: BA GGL; Virgin Gold; HHonors Lifetime Diamond
Posts: 417
Overall, they’ve increased the space inside (by stealing the space that used to be the fountain as you walked in) - however given how large an area that was I’m surprised the difference was that noticeable. The inside shower as an extra option is nice. Everything is more modern rather than just being new. There’s a high glass screen now behind the bed, which delineates the bedroom rather than the old stone wall behind the bed - looks lovely, but I rather liked being able to look through the villa from end to end (and used to use the wall to pile up all sorts of rubbish on!). Looks like some comfy need mini sofa-chairs and a different lounging sofa at the end of the bed. They talked about replacing (removing) the massive bath out the back of the villa, but that hadn’t been done yet. Nice crescent shaped girls (or boys!) powder area where the toilet used to be. Nothing new in terms of the pool area as far as I could see (although I’d never stayed in that particular villa number in the past).
Aug 15, 2018, 3:40 am
#1355
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: UK
Programs: BA GGL; Virgin Gold; HHonors Lifetime Diamond
Posts: 417
I snowboard (or used to what feels like decades ago) - and controlling it felt to me like it was exactly the same. Way easier than you’d imagine actually. Simply relax on it and everything just happens naturally - get stiff and tense and you’ll be on camera! The guy with you controls the power/height side of things.
They also have (or at l ast I think they still have) the jet pack version. Have tried that a few times and simply can’t get it to do fun things - way to hard / counterintuitive in terms of how you have to move your weight to get it to do what you want without nosediving you sideways!
Aug 15, 2018, 8:41 am
#1356
Join Date: Nov 2014
Location: LGB
Posts: 1,205
Some rain will still fall, but it is more likely to be a gentle rain that lasts only an hour or two. Book in the late spring or summer, and you're more likely to see rains that last for days or weeks.
February is also very good, but you may not be able to make a booking because the Maldives is a popular CNY destination.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maldives#Climate
Aug 15, 2018, 9:56 am
#1357
Join Date: Jul 2013
Location: Back in Hell
Posts: 4,178
There are pics about 50 pages back.
Aug 15, 2018, 10:32 am
#1359
Join Date: Jul 2013
Location: Back in Hell
Posts: 4,178
I have read what seems like hundred of posts, but still unable to find the info that I'm looking for (sorry if I have missed it). My partner and I plan on spending 5 nights at the resort and have a couple of questions:
1. Using 95k points, I noticed that I can't book a OV anymore and that a SWV or DWV are the only ones (the cost is 95k for BV vs 345k for SWV)
2. I'm reading a lot about the 4th or 5th night free, but I can't seem to get it work for November - what am I missing?
3. We are arriving in Male at 20:50pm, so I assume there is no point trying to rush to the resort (via plane then water) so we should wait for the next day to get the seaplane there - is that right?
4. We are looking at going either Nov-18 or Jan-19. I am leaning toward Jan, but if I can get an extra night free for Nov then that might push me over the edge.
Thanks in advance
1. Using 95k points, I noticed that I can't book a OV anymore and that a SWV or DWV are the only ones (the cost is 95k for BV vs 345k for SWV)
2. I'm reading a lot about the 4th or 5th night free, but I can't seem to get it work for November - what am I missing?
3. We are arriving in Male at 20:50pm, so I assume there is no point trying to rush to the resort (via plane then water) so we should wait for the next day to get the seaplane there - is that right?
4. We are looking at going either Nov-18 or Jan-19. I am leaning toward Jan, but if I can get an extra night free for Nov then that might push me over the edge.
Thanks in advance
Will this be your first time to the Maldives?
Aug 15, 2018, 11:18 am
#1360
Join Date: Jul 2013
Location: Back in Hell
Posts: 4,178
Aug 15, 2018, 12:12 pm
#1361
Join Date: Jan 2006
Programs: Lots, some no/low status some high status, can't be bothered to list them :-)
Posts: 1,952
Overall, they’ve increased the space inside (by stealing the space that used to be the fountain as you walked in) - however given how large an area that was I’m surprised the difference was that noticeable. The inside shower as an extra option is nice. Everything is more modern rather than just being new. There’s a high glass screen now behind the bed, which delineates the bedroom rather than the old stone wall behind the bed - looks lovely, but I rather liked being able to look through the villa from end to end (and used to use the wall to pile up all sorts of rubbish on!). Looks like some comfy need mini sofa-chairs and a different lounging sofa at the end of the bed. They talked about replacing (removing) the massive bath out the back of the villa, but that hadn’t been done yet. Nice crescent shaped girls (or boys!) powder area where the toilet used to be. Nothing new in terms of the pool area as far as I could see (although I’d never stayed in that particular villa number in the past).
Aug 15, 2018, 3:41 pm
#1362
Join Date: Jul 2013
Location: ATL
Programs: HH D, MB G, IHG P, Nat'l EE, Hertz PC
Posts: 496
I've read a few dozen pages of this thread and have also looked on the Conrad website as well as TA, but was unable to find out the very basics of the differences between the WV, SWV, DWV, RWV, etc. From what I can tell, SWV guarantees a sunset view, DWV is bigger with better views, and the RWV has a spa treatment room. I'm sure there are many, but what are the major distinguishing characteristics I'm missing? I'm considering my cash upgrade options for a stay in February.
Aug 15, 2018, 4:23 pm
#1363
Join Date: Jul 2011
Posts: 22
Yes first time. I travel a lot with the kids and wife, but this will be our first actual "beach holiday". Traditionally, we go 100% when you are away on holidays so this will be a massive change in pace. I'm thinking that I might like it so best to try Maldives as it's one of the best places to go. I'm restricted with time (only 1 week) as we won't bring our kids.
Aug 15, 2018, 4:31 pm
#1364
Join Date: Jul 2011
Posts: 22
I've read a few dozen pages of this thread and have also looked on the Conrad website as well as TA, but was unable to find out the very basics of the differences between the WV, SWV, DWV, RWV, etc. From what I can tell, SWV guarantees a sunset view, DWV is bigger with better views, and the RWV has a spa treatment room. I'm sure there are many, but what are the major distinguishing characteristics I'm missing? I'm considering my cash upgrade options for a stay in February.
Aug 15, 2018, 8:19 pm
#1365
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: UK
Programs: BA GGL; Virgin Gold; HHonors Lifetime Diamond
Posts: 417
Didn’t read it through before I sent it - and just spotted a couple of typos that might change the meaning!
* meant to say - wasn’t that noticeable rather than was that noticeable
* meant to say - new mini sofas rather than need mini sofas
(The struggles of trying to type with only 1 working thumb!)
* meant to say - wasn’t that noticeable rather than was that noticeable
* meant to say - new mini sofas rather than need mini sofas
(The struggles of trying to type with only 1 working thumb!)