[ARCHIVE 2018 to 2019] Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi {MDV}
Jun 7, 2019, 10:26 am
#976
Join Date: Jan 2016
Posts: 179
Can one of you take pictures of the excursions price list I'm curious since that initial link has some old dates on it. Looking to move my ressy from condrad if possible.
Jun 7, 2019, 10:37 am
#977
Join Date: Jan 2009
Programs: Hilton Diamond, IHG Spire Ambassador, Radisson Gold, Hyatt Discoverist
Posts: 3,623
https://www.scribd.com/document/4124...sion-Pricelist
Jun 7, 2019, 10:56 am
#978
Join Date: Jan 2009
Programs: Hilton Diamond, IHG Spire Ambassador, Radisson Gold, Hyatt Discoverist
Posts: 3,623
It looks like some of us will have high dollar stays here in the next couple of months, so I thought it might be good idea to review current Hilton bonus point offers so we get the most points for what we are spending there.
This Go More Get More promotion offers double points from May 6 - September 8 but ONLY starting on your second stay during the promotion period. Registration is required:
https://www.hiltonhonors.com/en_US/2..._1763/landing/
If you have a stay coming up at this property, especially if paying cash, it really may benefit you to try to complete a cheap stay at another Hilton first to unlock the 2X points earning when you are at WA Ithaafushi.
Last September Hilton had a triple points promotion for resort stays I'll keep my eyes peeled. I'm also going to check my AMEX offers before I pay my bill here to see if there are any Hilton promos on it, though usually those are U.S. - based. I'll be paying at least $250 on my Aspire card to trigger the annual $250 resort credit and of course 14X Honors points. The rest will go on my Aspire or my AMEX Hilton business card that earns 12X points.
Hilton points are generally valued at .5 cents each, with 10X awarded per dollar spent, so the difference between no bonus promotion at all and a 2X points promotion is like getting 5% of what you spend back, and then an additional 5% back if it's a 3X points promotion instead of 2X.
This Go More Get More promotion offers double points from May 6 - September 8 but ONLY starting on your second stay during the promotion period. Registration is required:
https://www.hiltonhonors.com/en_US/2..._1763/landing/
If you have a stay coming up at this property, especially if paying cash, it really may benefit you to try to complete a cheap stay at another Hilton first to unlock the 2X points earning when you are at WA Ithaafushi.
Last September Hilton had a triple points promotion for resort stays I'll keep my eyes peeled. I'm also going to check my AMEX offers before I pay my bill here to see if there are any Hilton promos on it, though usually those are U.S. - based. I'll be paying at least $250 on my Aspire card to trigger the annual $250 resort credit and of course 14X Honors points. The rest will go on my Aspire or my AMEX Hilton business card that earns 12X points.
Hilton points are generally valued at .5 cents each, with 10X awarded per dollar spent, so the difference between no bonus promotion at all and a 2X points promotion is like getting 5% of what you spend back, and then an additional 5% back if it's a 3X points promotion instead of 2X.
Jun 7, 2019, 1:43 pm
#979
Join Date: Apr 2004
Programs: Emirates Gold, United Silver, HH Diamond, Marriott Titanium, Hyatt Discoverist, Delta Gold
Posts: 299
With all the Hilton CC that generate generous welcome bonuses, it would be interesting to know how many of us that are booked are using points, points and cash or cash only. Also of interest would be the WA yacht transfer vs another boat company such as Atoll transfer.
I'll start:
November 2019 arrival
Four nights at 120K with the fifth night free, two weekend certs, and one extra night at 120K for a total of 8 nights.
Still undecided with respect to transfers- will wait on the experience of others before committing. Atoll transfer is $580 round-trip
In terms of standard room award availability for 120K per night for a week of more-
End of July to beginning of August
Mid August to end of September
Mid October to end of October - then nothing to 2020
Beginning of April to mid April 2020
Lots of availability after 3rd week of April onward
I'll start:
November 2019 arrival
Four nights at 120K with the fifth night free, two weekend certs, and one extra night at 120K for a total of 8 nights.
Still undecided with respect to transfers- will wait on the experience of others before committing. Atoll transfer is $580 round-trip
In terms of standard room award availability for 120K per night for a week of more-
End of July to beginning of August
Mid August to end of September
Mid October to end of October - then nothing to 2020
Beginning of April to mid April 2020
Lots of availability after 3rd week of April onward
Jun 7, 2019, 1:45 pm
#980
Join Date: Apr 2019
Posts: 119
It looks like some of us will have high dollar stays here in the next couple of months, so I thought it might be good idea to review current Hilton bonus point offers so we get the most points for what we are spending there.
This Go More Get More promotion offers double points from May 6 - September 8 but ONLY starting on your second stay during the promotion period. Registration is required:
https://www.hiltonhonors.com/en_US/2..._1763/landing/
If you have a stay coming up at this property, especially if paying cash, it really may benefit you to try to complete a cheap stay at another Hilton first to unlock the 2X points earning when you are at WA Ithaafushi.
Last September Hilton had a triple points promotion for resort stays I'll keep my eyes peeled. I'm also going to check my AMEX offers before I pay my bill here to see if there are any Hilton promos on it, though usually those are U.S. - based. I'll be paying at least $250 on my Aspire card to trigger the annual $250 resort credit and of course 14X Honors points. The rest will go on my Aspire or my AMEX Hilton business card that earns 12X points.
Hilton points are generally valued at .5 cents each, with 10X awarded per dollar spent, so the difference between no bonus promotion at all and a 2X points promotion is like getting 5% of what you spend back, and then an additional 5% back if it's a 3X points promotion instead of 2X.
This Go More Get More promotion offers double points from May 6 - September 8 but ONLY starting on your second stay during the promotion period. Registration is required:
https://www.hiltonhonors.com/en_US/2..._1763/landing/
If you have a stay coming up at this property, especially if paying cash, it really may benefit you to try to complete a cheap stay at another Hilton first to unlock the 2X points earning when you are at WA Ithaafushi.
Last September Hilton had a triple points promotion for resort stays I'll keep my eyes peeled. I'm also going to check my AMEX offers before I pay my bill here to see if there are any Hilton promos on it, though usually those are U.S. - based. I'll be paying at least $250 on my Aspire card to trigger the annual $250 resort credit and of course 14X Honors points. The rest will go on my Aspire or my AMEX Hilton business card that earns 12X points.
Hilton points are generally valued at .5 cents each, with 10X awarded per dollar spent, so the difference between no bonus promotion at all and a 2X points promotion is like getting 5% of what you spend back, and then an additional 5% back if it's a 3X points promotion instead of 2X.
Jun 7, 2019, 1:47 pm
#981
Join Date: Apr 2019
Posts: 119
How much are y'all budgeting per day. I don't want to be cheap and avoid expreinces based on price. So I am planing on spending around $1,300 (inclusive of tax) a day. Because I know activities will be the majority of the cost. *For three people
Last edited by WorldTravl; Jun 7, 2019 at 2:19 pm
Jun 7, 2019, 2:06 pm
#982
Join Date: Apr 2004
Programs: Emirates Gold, United Silver, HH Diamond, Marriott Titanium, Hyatt Discoverist, Delta Gold
Posts: 299
We plan to shop a little for some snacks, wine, rum and bourbon at the MLE airport.
Jun 7, 2019, 2:31 pm
#983
Join Date: Sep 2015
Posts: 83
Food and drinks will probably be my biggest cost, even with the free breakfast.
Jun 7, 2019, 4:08 pm
#984
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Sydney, Australia
Programs: HH Diamond, Marriott Titanium/LTG, IHG Platinum
Posts: 1,921
Since we haven't seen the dining prices, I going to estimate $300-350 a day for lunch and dinners - (free breakfast for diamonds)...this may change when the prices for the restaurants are published.
We plan to shop a little for some snacks, wine, rum and bourbon at the MLE airport.
We plan to shop a little for some snacks, wine, rum and bourbon at the MLE airport.
Jun 7, 2019, 4:23 pm
#986
Join Date: Apr 2004
Programs: Emirates Gold, United Silver, HH Diamond, Marriott Titanium, Hyatt Discoverist, Delta Gold
Posts: 299
Jun 7, 2019, 4:31 pm
#987
Join Date: Apr 2019
Posts: 119
Maybe it is for departures only. Idk. I would just buy it at the resort. I would find it moderately disrespectful to buy it and disrespect the culture of the Maldives, to save money.
Jun 7, 2019, 4:43 pm
#988
Join Date: Apr 2004
Programs: Emirates Gold, United Silver, HH Diamond, Marriott Titanium, Hyatt Discoverist, Delta Gold
Posts: 299
Jun 7, 2019, 5:59 pm
#989
Join Date: Oct 2018
Posts: 9
Alcohol
Are we allowed to bring in alcohol to Maldives since it's a Muslim territory? I would love to bring a bottle of champagne.