W Maldives pre opening discussion
Aug 18, 2006, 5:40 pm
#151
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The air transfers pretty much have to be booked through the hotel - I have asked corp services the same question and they said they will get it in writing, but since the hotel changed my rate and reservation number unilaterally and I have had to involve cs before I am even there... just doesn't seem like the kind of place that is going to be very customer friendly 
Aug 18, 2006, 6:04 pm
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How much of an increase? I remember rates being approximately $700/$1300/$2000/$5000
This is really unfortunate.. I guess I'll definitely be avoiding them, unless they end up doing Gold/Plat upgrades..
This is really unfortunate.. I guess I'll definitely be avoiding them, unless they end up doing Gold/Plat upgrades..
Aug 18, 2006, 6:06 pm
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estnet, I was able to use a Diamond force, and get 4 nights at the Hilton Maldives for 125K AXON award. If you have maintained your Hilton Diamond status, it's an option to consider.
Aug 18, 2006, 7:28 pm
#154
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There are so many awesome hotels in the Maldives. I picked up a deal on the Soneva Gilli on luxurylink. Very very nice hotel. No points but man pure luxury. You can see white tip sharks and moray eels from your port holes in your bathroom floor.
Aug 19, 2006, 5:12 pm
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Originally Posted by tfong007
There are so many awesome hotels in the Maldives. I picked up a deal on the Soneva Gilli on luxurylink. Very very nice hotel. No points but man pure luxury. You can see white tip sharks and moray eels from your port holes in your bathroom floor.
Aug 23, 2006, 12:00 pm
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Plus, I gotta say, I've seen a map of the island and the place is little and PACKED with villas. I can't imagine being there when it's even remotely full up - the size of that island cannot accomodate all of the guests. There are many nicer places to stay in the Maldives!
Aug 30, 2006, 3:04 am
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A-W-Z brochure and rates for W Maldives.
PM me when link dies and I'll reupload.
edit - direct download stopped working so ill rehost
A-W-Z brochure and rates for W Maldives.
PM me when link dies and I'll reupload.
edit - direct download stopped working so ill rehost
Last edited by Kagehitokiri; Aug 30, 2006 at 4:37 pm
Aug 30, 2006, 9:00 am
#158
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Originally Posted by Kagehitokiri
http://38.119.88.14/a845d3970fd8b829...W_Maldives.zip
A-W-Z brochure and rates for W Maldives.
PM me when link dies and I'll reupload.
A-W-Z brochure and rates for W Maldives.
PM me when link dies and I'll reupload.
Aug 30, 2006, 10:26 am
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links works for me, it redirects to a file hosting site, and then you download from there.
Sep 26, 2006, 5:37 pm
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Originally Posted by A320 EOW
Guests arriving at Male' International Airport are invited into an exclusive W Lounge where they will begin their journey into paradise before boarding a seaplane and flying to the private island of Fesdu.
Oh, and it's a category 6 with limited participation.
Exclusive Transportation to Hotel
The only transportation to the hotel is via Male Seaplane Airport. Arrival flight information is required so that the hotel can make seaplane reservations. Travel is 30 minutes to the hotel. Seaplane round trip cost is $275 per adult. This cost includes a service charge of 10% and the seaplane operates during daylight hours only. Please contact the resort for further information and to confirm transportation.
Oct 13, 2006, 12:46 pm
#161
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Looks like the property opened
in late September. I'm eagerly awaiting a FT post on a visit to this hotel. It does appear that *wood is promoting the opening on the spg.com website with an introductory offer of $700-800/night.
Oct 14, 2006, 7:30 pm
#162
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Originally Posted by Bucko
in late September. I'm eagerly awaiting a FT post on a visit to this hotel. It does appear that *wood is promoting the opening on the spg.com website with an introductory offer of $700-800/night.
Oct 15, 2006, 4:29 am
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How about the "compulsory" dinner for each guest at $200 ea, plus 10%, on NY's Eve, per the orbitz posting UPTravel refers to above:
http://www.orbitz.com/App/ViewSpecif...09>kw=175248
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"On December 31, 2006, the New Year's Eve dinner supplement is compulsory for all guests. Dinner is served at Fish (a la carte menu) or Fire (buffet style). Cost is USD $200 + 10% service charge per person. Please contact the resort for further information."
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I wonder if this may be the first property that will start charging for use of public restrooms.
Ridiculous shake-down. Starwood, get a grip.
http://www.orbitz.com/App/ViewSpecif...09>kw=175248
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"On December 31, 2006, the New Year's Eve dinner supplement is compulsory for all guests. Dinner is served at Fish (a la carte menu) or Fire (buffet style). Cost is USD $200 + 10% service charge per person. Please contact the resort for further information."
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I wonder if this may be the first property that will start charging for use of public restrooms.
Ridiculous shake-down. Starwood, get a grip.
Oct 15, 2006, 2:03 pm
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MANY resorts do that. it is also common for high end resort properties to require 1 or 2 week minimum stays over new year's.
I agree it is overpriced though. I was very disappointed with the floorplans and the island.
But, if people pay it, there is no reason for Starwood to actually compete with lux properties, since they can get the same rates for less substance.
I agree it is overpriced though. I was very disappointed with the floorplans and the island.
But, if people pay it, there is no reason for Starwood to actually compete with lux properties, since they can get the same rates for less substance.
Last edited by Kagehitokiri; Oct 15, 2006 at 2:09 pm
Dec 12, 2006, 3:59 pm
#165
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W Maldives
Hi guys,
Has anyone stayed at the W Maldives and what was it like? Can you recommend it? or is One & Only better?
thanks
arpiuk
Has anyone stayed at the W Maldives and what was it like? Can you recommend it? or is One & Only better?
thanks
arpiuk