Very concerned about drones in Maldives
May 18, 2016, 6:24 am
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May 18, 2016, 8:12 am
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In principle, yes, but with the mobile phones carried around all the time, I still saw loads of people taking pics when we were at Soho House Miami in February. The #sohobeachhouse and #sohohouse is also not really empty ;-) People might be more careful, though, only taking a picture of their food/drink/palm tree or empty pool instead of pics with lots of people on them.
May 18, 2016, 11:34 am
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Maybe the StR will open in time, who knows?
I just hope they can iron out this drone mess, they still seem to side step the issue.
. Yes, that may help but I doubt all guests do follow. So itīs not a guarantee.
May 18, 2016, 3:14 pm
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In principle, yes, but with the mobile phones carried around all the time, I still saw loads of people taking pics when we were at Soho House Miami in February. The #sohobeachhouse and #sohohouse is also not really empty ;-) People might be more careful, though, only taking a picture of their food/drink/palm tree or empty pool instead of pics with lots of people on them.
https://www.sohohouse.com/terms-and-...ns/house-rules
The House reserves the right to take possession of and confiscate any camera, video or recording device and any photos, videos or other recorded images used or taken while on House premises.
Members will be held accountable if they or their guests disclose or identify any other members or guests who are in the House in any press or social media including Facebook, Twitter and on personal blogs...Conduct that is prejudicial to the reputation and character of Soho House may result in suspension or expulsion. Such conduct may include...the communication of information concerning the club affairs or members or their guests in the club to the media...can face suspension or termination of membership if their guests violate those rules.
Members and their guests must not approach, disturb or solicit others with whom they are not personally acquainted. Doing so may lead to suspension or termination of membership.
Members will be held accountable if they or their guests disclose or identify any other members or guests who are in the House in any press or social media including Facebook, Twitter and on personal blogs...Conduct that is prejudicial to the reputation and character of Soho House may result in suspension or expulsion. Such conduct may include...the communication of information concerning the club affairs or members or their guests in the club to the media...can face suspension or termination of membership if their guests violate those rules.
Members and their guests must not approach, disturb or solicit others with whom they are not personally acquainted. Doing so may lead to suspension or termination of membership.
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May 18, 2016, 4:03 pm
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also always worth making sure there are no changes from what properties publish
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May 18, 2016, 5:00 pm
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sudden increase in maldives specifically? odd?
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which makes service recovery and other ways a property deals with and responds to things a factor, when they are not just throwing guests out
(speaking of, what do gili and cheval blanc say about their 'no drone' policies?)
also always worth making sure there are no changes from what properties publish
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which makes service recovery and other ways a property deals with and responds to things a factor, when they are not just throwing guests out
(speaking of, what do gili and cheval blanc say about their 'no drone' policies?)
also always worth making sure there are no changes from what properties publish
Gili and CBR have a known published policy regarding no drones. Jumeriah does not, and seems to side step the issue via email.
May 18, 2016, 8:38 pm
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Well good news everyone.
Jumeirah has implemented a no drone policy.
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Joining the ranks of Gili and CBR.
I also booked the Soneva Jani after the Jumeirah during their soft opening.
I cant see Soneva keeping the rates this high
1 br is 3900 net with TAX! They do offer 50% off till December 01 though.
Jumeirah has implemented a no drone policy.
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Joining the ranks of Gili and CBR.
I also booked the Soneva Jani after the Jumeirah during their soft opening.
I cant see Soneva keeping the rates this high
1 br is 3900 net with TAX! They do offer 50% off till December 01 though.
May 18, 2016, 11:46 pm
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I'll be in the Maldives in a few months. I booked, and paid for, the Jumeriah dhavenufushi. Now when I look at their Instagram a lot of guests are posting drone videos where they fly a drone right over other guests room.
This is a MAJOR issue for us. Lack of privacy is a big thing and heaven forbid a video gets posted without anyone's consent.
The Jumeriah hasn't guaranteed that a guest Won't fly a drone.
AM I overreacting here? It seems the only resort without a drone policy is the Gili Lankafushi and possibly Cheval blanc.
This is a MAJOR issue for us. Lack of privacy is a big thing and heaven forbid a video gets posted without anyone's consent.
The Jumeriah hasn't guaranteed that a guest Won't fly a drone.
AM I overreacting here? It seems the only resort without a drone policy is the Gili Lankafushi and possibly Cheval blanc.
May 19, 2016, 12:16 am
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May 19, 2016, 12:31 am
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Yes, but how does the drone operator know that there's someone down there who is paranoid about being snapped in their swimwear? That makes it unintentional, right? I think if you want ultimate privacy without the possibility of being captured on a camera then buyout a resort or better still don't go to a resort.
May 19, 2016, 12:40 am
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Yes, but how does the drone operator know that there's someone down there who is paranoid about being snapped in their swimwear? That makes it unintentional, right? I think if you want ultimate privacy without the possibility of being captured on a camera then buyout a resort or better still don't go to a resort.
I'm guessing no one here is talking or asking for 100% privacy. A reasonable expectation of privacy is what's being discussed.
And the resort in question instituted a drone ban per OP, so someone there disagrees with your assessment.
May 19, 2016, 12:48 am
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Or the GMs just trying to pacify a customer. I'd be surprised if the hotel actually enforces the policy. We're not going to see eye to eye on this one as I don't believe a person should go to a public resort if they don't expect to ever be captured on camera. That's why resorts like Cheval Blanc have the owners villa. Why not just book that? You have your own private island then.