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SO/ Maldives All-Inclusive (+ Speedboat Transfers) 5-Night Stay/2-Guest Grand Opening Modern Luxury Villas From $2936 Stay Only or From $4993 Flight & Stay For 2 People

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A limited-time, grand opening special of up to 71% off stays in the Maldives from Luxury Escapes at SO/ Maldives. Take a 15-minute speedboat ride from Malé International Airport (included) to a private island in this idyllic archipelago overlooking the Emboodhoo Lagoon. Luxury Escapes have a 5-night stay for 2 people starting at $2936. This recently opened property boasts modern luxury pool villas with daily breakfast, nightly dinner & drinks and more. See Villa and package options below or in the link.

For a family of 4, up to 2 child(ren) ages 4-11 stay, play and eat free, sleeping on existing bedding when booking the Family Beach Pool Villa with Capsule.

SO/ Maldives via Luxury Escapes [luxuryescapes.com]
Travel Until September 2025
Purchase Voucher now, choose dates later. Plus there's flexible cancellation for the hotel portion only.

Included In This Luxury Escapes Limited-Time Grand Opening Special:
  • Daily buffet breakfast at Citronelle Club
  • Daily set-menu lunch or dinner at Citronelle Club or Hadaba
  • Nightly sunset cocktail per adult at Lazuli Beach Club
  • One 60-minute spa treatment per adult, per package
  • Return (round trip) speedboat transfers from Malé
  • Personal butler service
  • Complimentary speedboat scheduled transfers to Crossroads
  • Daily access to the gym, The Nest kids' club and T-Zone teen club
  • Green Tax included
  • Inclusions valid for two guests

Villa & Package Options:
  • Lagoon Water Pool Villa $2936 (reg. $12,900) Hotel Only; $4993 Flight & Hotel
  • Ocean Water Pool Villa $3412 (reg. $13,900) Hotel Only; $5469 Flight & Hotel
  • Lagoon Beach Pool Villa $3968 (reg. $15,400) Hotel Only; $6025 Flight & Hotel
  • Family Beach Pool Villa with Capsule $4960 for 2 Adult & 2 Children (reg. $20,350) Hotel Only; $7017 Flight & Hotel for 2 adults)
  • Two Bedroom Ocean Water Pool Atelier $10,119 for 4 Guests (reg. $36,700) Hotel Only; $12,176 Hotel & Flight for 2 adults)


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02-12-2024 at 07:19 AM.
02-12-2024 at 07:19 AM.
#$%^ Maldives, over-hyped, overpriced.
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02-12-2024 at 10:39 AM.
02-12-2024 at 10:39 AM.
I checked the flight times from the East Coast- 19-24 hours to get there and 24-45 hours back, not counting the hotel transfer. This is from an airport served by Qatar, Emirates or Turkish. Add another hop from smaller airports.
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02-12-2024 at 10:55 AM.
02-12-2024 at 10:55 AM.
I would not recommend based on the political backing and things that are happening in the non-touristy area... its a disaster waiting to happen.

https://goachronicle.com/islamic-...ism-haven/
https://home.treasury.gov/news/pr...ses/jy1659
https://travel.state.gov/content/...isory.html
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02-12-2024 at 11:29 AM.
02-12-2024 at 11:29 AM.
Quote from patrav :
I would not recommend based on the political backing and things that are happening in the non-touristy area... its a disaster waiting to happen.

https://goachronicle.com/islamic-...ism-haven/ [goachronicle.com]
https://home.treasury.gov/news/pr...ses/jy1659 [treasury.gov]
https://travel.state.gov/content/...isory.html [state.gov]
For honeymoon couples there are cases of abuse in the resorts in the past. Hopefully situation is improved by now. One can search 'Maldives abuse couple at their own wedding' on youtube
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02-12-2024 at 12:58 PM.
02-12-2024 at 12:58 PM.
Quote from enfox :
Why are prices falling in Maldives all of a sudden?

Because most of the Indian tourist have boycott Maldives as their Members of Government posted very negative and harsh comments on Indian Prime Minister and Indian people. Also, the current government won election using India Out campaign in Maldives. The Government of India didn't take any action but the people of India did. And roughly 14-22% Maldives tourist are from India, which contributes one of the highest gdp tourism percentage in Maldives.
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02-12-2024 at 01:17 PM.
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Quote from enfox :
Why are prices falling in Maldives all of a sudden?
Because Indian tourist have started boycotting Maldives. The member of current Government of Maldives tweeted some negative and harsh statement against Prime Minister of India and People of India. Also, the government won election based on India Out Campaign. The India government didn't take any action but the People of India did. And India contributes around 14-22% of tourist in Maldives which is one of the highest tourist gdp percentage.
For more just search on google about it or read this article https://time.com/6554787/india-ma...kshadweep/
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02-12-2024 at 04:52 PM.

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02-12-2024 at 04:52 PM.
Quote from enfox :
Why are prices falling in Maldives all of a sudden?

Submerged with debts, soon it's going to be China land
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02-12-2024 at 06:57 PM.
02-12-2024 at 06:57 PM.
Quote from patrav :
I would not recommend based on the political backing and things that are happening in the non-touristy area... its a disaster waiting to happen.

https://goachronicle.com/islamic-...ism-haven/ [goachronicle.com]
https://home.treasury.gov/news/pr...ses/jy1659 [treasury.gov]
https://travel.state.gov/content/...isory.html [state.gov]
I have been to the Maldives twice with my husband as a gay couple. Most recently in late 2020 during Covid. Absolutely zero problems. One of your articles talks about crime in Male, capital of Maldives. Guess what happens when you land in the Male? You transport almost immediately to your island by boat or seaplane.

I wouldn't travel from the east coast to only go to the Maldives. It's a long ways away. The first time we went we made a grand trip out of it. We stayed 5 days in Dubai, UAE, 3 nights in Muscat, Oman, and 6 nights at the Hilton Conrad on Rangali island. We flew Emirates First Class on their A380 plane with a shower and bar on-board. OMG! It was the most amazing and fantastic trip that I will never forget.

Would I stay at a budget place like this that is being advertised on SlickDeals? Probably not. You can go to South America for the same price and a heck of a lot closer to home. However, if people want to pay this just to say "I went to the Maldives," then do it. It's not something I would recommend, though.

Even with staying 6 nights free at the Hilton Conrad on points, our bill was still $3,000 for 6-nights for 2 people. We had free breakfast every morning as Diamond members, we did 1 excursion, drank alcohol every night, and I even skipped dinners most nights because I was able to eat/drink enough for free during Gold and Diamond members happy hour. If we spent $3k on this, ask yourself, how in the world is this island offering everything for under $3k? It will be a cheap resort. You don't go to the Maldives to stay at cheap resorts. Go to Mexico if that's what you want.

If you book this deal, don't let my post dissuade you. Have a great time. I would 100% make a grand trip out of it by making at least 1-2 more stops beforehand. I want to provide feedback for someone that has been twice.
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Be careful of new restrictions on dress codes by current government
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02-12-2024 at 07:54 PM.
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Quote from PowerMan572 :
I have been to the Maldives twice with my husband as a gay couple. Most recently in late 2020 during Covid. Absolutely zero problems. One of your articles talks about crime in Male, capital of Maldives. Guess what happens when you land in the Male? You transport almost immediately to your island by boat or seaplane.

I wouldn't travel from the east coast to only go to the Maldives. It's a long ways away. The first time we went we made a grand trip out of it. We stayed 5 days in Dubai, UAE, 3 nights in Muscat, Oman, and 6 nights at the Hilton Conrad on Rangali island. We flew Emirates First Class on their A380 plane with a shower and bar on-board. OMG! It was the most amazing and fantastic trip that I will never forget.

Would I stay at a budget place like this that is being advertised on SlickDeals? Probably not. You can go to South America for the same price and a heck of a lot closer to home. However, if people want to pay this just to say "I went to the Maldives," then do it. It's not something I would recommend, though.

Even with staying 6 nights free at the Hilton Conrad on points, our bill was still $3,000 for 6-nights for 2 people. We had free breakfast every morning as Diamond members, we did 1 excursion, drank alcohol every night, and I even skipped dinners most nights because I was able to eat/drink enough for free during Gold and Diamond members happy hour. If we spent $3k on this, ask yourself, how in the world is this island offering everything for under $3k? It will be a cheap resort. You don't go to the Maldives to stay at cheap resorts. Go to Mexico if that's what you want.

If you book this deal, don't let my post dissuade you. Have a great time. I would 100% make a grand trip out of it by making at least 1-2 more stops beforehand. I want to provide feedback for someone that has been twice.
Thank for this post ! It was very helpful
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02-12-2024 at 08:02 PM.
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Ehh... these deals pop up from time to time.

I'd rather buy an apple vision pro at that price.

And that 12k normal price is hilarious
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so hey, there's an amex offer for this merchant.
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Quote from PowerMan572 :
I have been to the Maldives twice with my husband as a gay couple. Most recently in late 2020 during Covid. Absolutely zero problems. One of your articles talks about crime in Male, capital of Maldives. Guess what happens when you land in the Male? You transport almost immediately to your island by boat or seaplane.

I wouldn't travel from the east coast to only go to the Maldives. It's a long ways away. The first time we went we made a grand trip out of it. We stayed 5 days in Dubai, UAE, 3 nights in Muscat, Oman, and 6 nights at the Hilton Conrad on Rangali island. We flew Emirates First Class on their A380 plane with a shower and bar on-board. OMG! It was the most amazing and fantastic trip that I will never forget.

Would I stay at a budget place like this that is being advertised on SlickDeals? Probably not. You can go to South America for the same price and a heck of a lot closer to home. However, if people want to pay this just to say "I went to the Maldives," then do it. It's not something I would recommend, though.

Even with staying 6 nights free at the Hilton Conrad on points, our bill was still $3,000 for 6-nights for 2 people. We had free breakfast every morning as Diamond members, we did 1 excursion, drank alcohol every night, and I even skipped dinners most nights because I was able to eat/drink enough for free during Gold and Diamond members happy hour. If we spent $3k on this, ask yourself, how in the world is this island offering everything for under $3k? It will be a cheap resort. You don't go to the Maldives to stay at cheap resorts. Go to Mexico if that's what you want.

If you book this deal, don't let my post dissuade you. Have a great time. I would 100% make a grand trip out of it by making at least 1-2 more stops beforehand. I want to provide feedback for someone that has been twice.
Agreed... Things have changed a lot with newly elected officials in Q4 2023. Government officials make or break the country and with recent developments, it's not going in the right direction. When officials of the government don't think twice before posting derogatory comments on Twitter it shows how the mindset has quickly changed. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/20...an-pm-modi
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