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2014-03: A Magical Maldives AGAIN!!! March 16-23, 2014


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Posted 19 November 2013 - 06:24 AM

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MARCH MADNESS IN THE MALDIVES on EV's Luxurious Carpe Vita liveaboard...MAR. 16 to MAR 23, 2014. (Fly in & out MLE)

PRICING:

  • This trip has 3 levels of cabins: Lower Level: $2,505 p/p d/o Main Level: $2,705 p/p d/o and VIP Suite $2,905 p/p d/o (room has 1 king bed)
  • Price includes cash discount. Please add 3% if paying via any non-cash form of payment.
SAVE UP TO $425 if all cash discounts applied + Chances to WIN A FREE DIVER'S GPS + 20% OFF ANY PURCHASE AT Diver's Supply Marietta, GA Store ...SEE FULL DISCOUNT DETAILS FOR EARLY BOOKING & MEMBERS BELOW!!

DISCOUNTS:

• EARLY BOOKING DISCOUNT #1: Sign up and pay for this trip in full by Nov 26 DEC 3rd and receive an early bird booking discount of $100 at time of booking AND get 2 chances to win a FREE DIVER's GPS worth $300 or an instant $75 discount on the purchase of your own GPS AND QUALIFY FOR ALL THE OTHER EARLY BOOKING DISCOUNTS!!! (They are cumulative!)
• EARLY BOOKING DISCOUNT #2: Deposit by Dec 31st and get $150 off a main cabin or $100 off a lower cabin.
• EARLY BOOKING DISCOUNT #3: $50 off if you are a repeat SD.com Maldives client and book before Dec 31st
• EARLY BOOKING DISCOUNT #4: Deposit by Dec 31st AND Bring/or book a non-SD.com friend and EACH of you will get $50 off the trip price on any level of room if you both deposit by Dec 31st.
• EARLY BOOKING DISCOUNT #5: EARLY CHRISTMAS PRESENT TO YOURSELF...20% discount on any one purchase from Diver's Supply Marietta, GA Store (a few restrictions apply i.e does not apply to scubatanks or scubapro gear) if you are deposited by Dec 31st. (20% discount must be used by March 15, 2014)
• 1 chance to win a FREE DIVER'S GPS for signing up on our Facebook Trip Event for this trip AND for liking SD.com if you haven't already AND for sharing the FB Trip booking on your page or in another diving group you belong too!
• $25 rebate eligible after trip for SD premier and above membership levels if you file for it (See my signature for link to the forms forum. If you are new to the site send an email to trips@singledivers.com to get the password.)
• Add'l $50 Active Duty Military Discount for any active duty military of any country that fights for freedom with the USA.
• Deposit is a $1500 per person non-refundable deposit. (Deposit can be refunded via claims on your trip insurance if you have to cancel or by selling your spot to a non-SD.com member. Ask SD for help.)
• Price includes cash discount. Please add 3% if paying via any non-cash methods including paypal or credit card
• SAVE $75 by submitting your Documents within 21 days of booking this trip or if signing up within 45 days send your docs within 3 days. Otherwise the $75 document processing fee will be added to your final invoice.

PACKAGE INCLUDES:

  • 7 nights/ 8 days aboard the vessel MV Carpe Vita
  • 5 days with up to 4 tank boat dives per day
  • Breakfast,lunch & Dinner & Snacks between dives (served buffet style)
  • Non-alcoholic beverages and 2 glasses of beer or wine with dinner
  • Air fills, tanks, lead and weight belt
  • Personal Gear Lockers for your gear and LOTS of hanging space for your wetsuits/skins
  • Welcome Beverage upon arrival & group orientation meeting after last group of divers arrive
  • Towels, linens, etc.
  • Airport transfers (for same day arrival and departure)
  • Good & services tax (local GST taxes)

NOT INCLUDED:

  • Bed taxes (currently $8 pp/per day) / $56
  • Alcohol other than that listed above. All other alcohol beverages are extra
  • Specialty espresso and other specialty beverages
  • Optional island tours(can purchase from explorer ventures during trip at your expense)
  • Rental gear,instruction, nitrox and retail charges
  • Crew gratuities
  • Trip cancellation insurance REQUIRED FOR THIS TRIP
  • Dive accident insurance REQUIED FOR THIS TRIP
  • Fuel surcharge currently $125 payable on board (subject to change but locked in 30 days prior to trip)

OPTIONAL: * Note - All optional add-ons must be paid for in advance for these prices. Additional costs may apply if you sign up on the boat if still available at all.

  • Nitrox $150 (Unlimited)
  • Possible Land Tours before or after the trip (Price TBA)
  • Rental Gear - (Let us know in advance as gear may be limited in some sizes)
  • Overnight room in Male the day before the trip or day room in Male upon return. Pricing approx $120 s/o or $65 d/o

QUALIFICATIONS TO MAKE THIS TRIP:

1. All skill levels are acceptable for this trip however keep in mind that diving the currents in the
Maldives Atolls are most comfortable for divers AOW or equivalent and above. Most starting depths are
past 60 ft which is the depth limit of OW (open water divers)

2. If you have ANY questions about making this trip safely and comfortably please email
kamala@singledivers.com or call 864-557-6079 and I'll be happy to talk to you about our trip this past Feb.

3. All trip participants will need to complete the "BOOKING TEMPLATE" that specifies what you are booking on this trip, includes your “trip insurance agreement/waiver”, and agrees to the trip payment schedule.

The BOAT:

The M/V Carpe Vita Explorer is a very luxurious addition to the Explorer Ventures Fleet! This new 20 passenger, 125 foot wooden hull safari yacht, along with her 61 foot custom matching dhoni (dive tender), was built by one of the Maldive's most accomplished boat builders. It provides guests with an exceptional and luxurious yachting experience, large, hotel style staterooms, hot tub and unmatched open air comfort! When you board the vessel you’ll be on the main deck where you’ll find an indoor saloon/restaurant that includes a lounge and TV area. This inviting area features a large flat screen TV, DVD/MP3 player, sound system, sitting/library area including a buffet table and refrigerators.

Just forward of the salon area there is an outdoor shaded sitting area complete with comfortable cushioned benches. The main deck also includes a galley equipped with spacious commercial refrigerators/freezers, the office, common restroom, dive equipment rental/storage area and the swim platform at the back of the main deck (with two fresh water showers). There is also a specialized camera table in the outdoor area and a power charging station at the entrance. Staterooms 3 & 4 are found on this deck as well. From the main deck, you can access the upper deck via indoor or outdoor staircases. The upper deck includes staterooms 1 & 2 (the VIP Suites), the bridge and an aft al fresco dining area with a fully equipped main bar offering you a wide variety of spirits, wines, liquors, cocktails and beer. In the restaurant you will
be served semi buffet meals prepared by our fine dining chef. There is a stairway from the upper deck to the beautiful Sun deck where you can choose a chaise in the sun or in the ample shaded area or to take a relaxing soak in the Jacuzzi. Also from the main deck, you can take a stairway downstairs to access the large lower deck staterooms (numbers 5-10).

ROOM CONFIGURATIONS:

All 10 cabins offer a private bath and shower, separately controlled air-conditioning and plenty of storage space. The 2 upper deck cabins are very large with a king bed or double beds and study area; the 2 main deck cabins can accommodate 2 individuals with 2 double beds or a couple in 1 queen; the 6 lower deck cabins offer a queen bed and a twin bed.

AIR & WATER TEMPS:

Month: March
Water: a constant 80-85degrees F (26-29C)
Air Temperature During Day: high 70's degrees F

The vessel’s itineraries are designed to take advantage of the changing conditions and to take divers to the best diving areas for the different seasons. Mantas can be seen throughout the year with the best feeding-station encounters typically during the May to November timeframe. Whale sharks are also seen most every month of the year, with the highest concentration seen in the monsoon transition months of April, May, October and November. The water temperatures remain a toasty 80-85º F (27-29°C) throughout the year. Most divers are comfortable with a 3mm wetsuit.

The DIVING:

Staffed by a crew of 13, the Carpe Vita Explorer is ideally sized and equipped for divers. Four dives are conducted daily directly from a 61-foot dhoni, which is fully equipped with a bathroom, hot water showers and air and nitrox compressors. The dhoni is well stocked with quality diving gear for each guest for those passing through the area as part of a longer trip; nonetheless, the crew's experience and qualifications are well suited for those traveling specifically to experience one of the most amazing diving destinations in the world!

All dives in the Maldives are less than 100 feet in depth. A number of the dives are on sea mounts which rise from a bottom to a coral encrusted, somewhat flat top which is usually between 10 and 50 feet. Dives, which are done from a large, well equipped tender called a dhoni, are similar to wall dives as they are done around the circumference of the sea mount. All dives are led by a guide and often start between 70-80 feet.You then work your way up the wall of the sea mount until reaching the top. Often the safety stop is done at the top of these sea mounts, which allows the divers to continue diving during the safety stop.

The reefs of the Maldives are teeming with life and divers encounter many different species found in few other places. There are lion fish, anemone fish, octopus as well as many species of moray eels. The
Maldives are also known for the big animals. Whale sharks, mantas, and dolphins are often seen and sea
turtles are seen on almost every dive. It's not unusual to find sleeping white tip reef sharks during the day dives and then see them hunting at night. The dive guides are very good at finding rare creatures like blue ribbon eels, frog fish and scorpion fish. The coral reefs in the Maldives are healthy and colorful with schools of beautiful tropical fish in abundance.

Diving with Mantas, wreck dives and very exciting channel dives are also offered during the week. The
Manta cleaning stations tend to be over a flat, sandy bottom with small patches of coral. There are several wreck dives offered which are quite different from the reef dives. The wrecks of the Maldives are small, yet covered with life. In addition to the coral growth divers may find colorful nudibranchs, lion fish, leaf fish and mantis shrimps on the wrecks. The channel dives are in a current where divers “fly” over the reef as the tide goes through a channel, a truly exhilarating experience!

Join us for this unique opportunity to dive the Maldives Islands, with over 26 atolls spread over 90,000 square kilometers in the Indian Ocean!

PAYMENT TERMS & PROGRESS PAYMENTS:

ASAP: $1500 non-refundable deposit (except via trip insurance) due at booking in order to secure a spot. No spot will be secured until payment is rec'd. Please add 3% non-cash convenience fee if paying via credit card. (NOTE IF YOU ARE A REPEAT CUSTOMER ASK ABOUT OUR SPECIAL TERMS FOR YOU IF YOU WANT TO DO THIS TRIP!!!) :respect:/>/>/>/>/>/>/>/>/>/>
11-18-13 $1500 non-refundable dep except on trip insurance or by selling post due or when sign up
11-26-13 Pay in FULL by Nov 26thDEC 3rd, 2013 for EARLY PAYMENT DISCOUNT of $100 off trip price
12-16-13 $500 progress payment due
12-31-13: Deposit by this date for $150
off main and $100 off lower cabin spot
12-31-13: Deposit by this date for $50 REPEAT SD MALDIVES CLIENT Discount
12-31-13: Deposit by Dec 31st AND Bring/or book a non-SD.com friend and EACH of you will get $50 off the trip price on any level of room if you both deposit by Dec 31st.
12-31-13: EARLY CHRISTMAS PRESENT TO YOURSELF...20% discount on any one purchase from Diver's Supply Marietta, GA Store (a few restrictions apply i.e does not apply to scubatanks or scubapro gear) if you are deposited by Dec 31st. (20% discount must be used by March 15, 2014)
1-16-14 $505, 705 or FINAL TRIP PAYMENTS DUE
1-16-14 ALL OPTIONAL ADD-ONS DUE such as nitrox, extra days etc so final arrangements can be made properly for you.
• 1 chance to win a FREE DIVER'S GPS for signing up on our Facebook Trip Event for this trip AND for liking SD.com if you haven't already AND for sharing the FB Trip booking on your page!
• $25 rebate eligible after trip for SD premier and above membership levels if you file for it (See my signature for link to the forms forum. If you are new to the site send an email to trips@singledivers.com to get the password.)
• Add'l $50 Active Duty Military Discount for any active duty military of any country that fights for freedom with the USA.
• Price includes cash discount. Please add 3% if paying via any non-cash methods including paypal or credit card
• SAVE $75 by submitting your Documents within 21 days of booking this trip or if signing up within 45 days send your docs within 3 days. Otherwise the $75 document processing fee will be added to your final invoice.

Note: Trip must be paid in full 60 days prior to departure. Missing payments can forfeit your spot to the next person on the waiting list.

All information is subject to change without notice. All transportation and on-board services are provided by foreign affiliates. Explorer Ventures (USA) Ltd. acts only as booking agent.


INSURANCE:

DIVE Insurance is MANDATORY! DIVE insurance is VERY inexpensive. Even if you have insurance that you think covers DIVING ACCIDENTS and air lifts…it is CHEAP (less than $100) to get a supplemental policy to ensure you are covered for an entire year of diving.

We recommend:

Diver's Alert Network please use reference #1603080 Click here for Diver's Alert Network and use our reference ID1603080.

Dive Assure please reference SingleDivers.com via the drop down menu under GLOBAL PARTNERS. Click here for Dive Assure for either a 'one time' policy OR an annual policy that is BOTH Dive & Trip Insurance providing PRIMARY COVERAGE with excellent rates and coverage!

TRIP INSURANCE IS MANDATORY. If you miss any Flights to (MAL) Male unless you have several days cushion built in…you WILL have missed the trip! If you choose to self-insure that is fine but you also choose to accept all losses accordingly as Diver’s Supply nor any vendors will be responsible for losses due to non-insurance.

SAMPLE TRIP ITINERARY:

While OUR personal Magical Maldives Week Experience may vary due to weather and conditions, the outline below will give you a good feel for the exciting week in store for us! KEEP CHECKING AS MANY ACTIVITIES ARE STILL BEING LINED UP FOR OUR AMAZING WEEK OF FUN IN THE SUN & CRITTERS IN THE SEA!!!

Days Prior to start of our trip:
If you wish to arrive early or want to combine other diving or touring adventures in conjunction with this one let us know. We can add days to the FRONT or the END of your week as well as several days of local site seeing if you like or just one extra night to be sure you catch the boat! – STRONGLY RECOMMENDED ONE NITE STAY IN MALE BEFORE CATCHING THE BOAT. Our consolidator will help set up overnight rooms in Male as well as Air if needed.

Saturday March 15, 2014: This is the day we RECOMMEND everyone arrive to ensure that their bags arrive ok and/or themselves and to start getting acclimated to the time zone changes. You will be free to do some sightseeing, rest or whatever you wish to do. You can arrive ANY TIME THIS DAY!
Sunday March16, 2014: This will be the LAST POSSIBLE ARRIVAL date in Male, Maldives (MLE). You can arrive up til 2:30pm. You can board around 3pm. There will be a Captain’s Briefing, document check, check out dive and approx. 1.5 hr crossing from port to North Male

Monday March 17, 2014: North Male, 1 dive; North Ari, 3 dives. Approximately 3 hrs. crossing from North Male to North Ari and approximately a 2 hr crossing time between site in North Ari. Night spent anchored. The first dive starts at 7:45am and the boat will return after each dive allowing you the luxury of sleeping in or skipping a dive. Breakfast, lunch and dinner along with non-alcoholic drinks and 2 glasses of wine or beer with dinner are included daily and are available on the boat. REMEMBER...your first drink is your last dive! (Add’l alcohol may be purchased on board. YOU CAN NOT BRING DUTY FREE ALCOHOL IN YOUR LUGGAGE…IT WILL BE CONFISCATED BY THE MALDIVIAN TSA)

Tuesday March 18, 2014: North Ari, 4 dives. Night spent anchored.

Wednesday March 19, 2014: North Ari, 1 dive; South Ari , 3 dives. Night spent anchored.

Thursday March 20, 2014: South Ari, 4 dives. Nighttime crossing to South Male, approximately 4 ½ hr (as weather permits).

Friday March 21, 2014: South Male, 4 dives. Night spent anchored.

Saturday March 22, 2014: South Male, 1 dive. Dry out gear, relax and enjoy our last day at sea.

Sunday March 23, 2014: Depart the vessel by 8 am. Due to the necessity of readying the vessel for our next cruise, we must strictly enforce the 8 am departure.We will then get an optional but strongly recommended “dayroom” for those who have varying international flights. Our consolidator will help with this once we know our flight arrangements.


AIRFARE & LOGISTICS:
You will fly INTO MALE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (Airport Code MLE)

Airport transfers on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are included in your package. Pickup at the airport for transfer to the dhoni and then to the Carpe Vita Explorer is at 3:00 pm (15:00). Please meet at the airport information counter at 2:30 pm for the 3 o'clock transfer. All guests arriving on embarkation day will be met at the airport by a crew member. If you are arriving early, arrangements can be made for you to spend time at a local hotel for a small fee. You can also walk around Male or wait at the airport until pickup. The dhoni ride from the airport to the vessel is about 15 minutes.

IF YOU ARE DELAYED
Call 1.800.322.3577 (US/Canada) or 011.96.0793.7790 (local cell)

If you miss any of your flights and are not able to make it to the Carpe Vita Explorer on schedule, please call the USA booking office at 1.800.322.3577 or the local contact’s cell 011.96.0793.7790. Notify the crew of your updated arrival time should you have that information, and where you may be reached in the meantime. The Carpe Vita Explorer will not leave port until after the last arrival on the day of departure.

Listed below are some of the options for flying to Male, Republic of Maldives. Please check online or with your travel agent for pricing and schedule information.

Singapore Airlines:
San Francisco via Hong Kong or Seoul and then Singapore to Male
Los Angeles via Singapore to Male

Emirates Airlines:
New York to Dubai then to Male
Houston to Dubai then Male
Toronto to Dubai then Male
Los Angeles to Dubai then Male
San Francisco to Dubai then Male
Sao Paulo, Brazil to Dubai then Male
Connections from many European cities (London, Frankfurt, Paris, Madrid, Rome and many more via Dubai)

Turkish Airlines:
New York to Istanbul then to Male
Houston to Istanbul then Male
Toronto to Istanbul then Male
Los Angeles to Istanbul then Male
Washington DC to Istanbul then Male
Chicago to Istanbul then Male

Malaysian Airlines:
Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur then Male

Others:
British Airways from Gatwick
Swiss Air from Zurich
Condor from Frankfurt (1-2 times weekly)
Bangkok airways from Bangkok
Sri Lankan Airlines from many Asian and European cities (good connections)
Eurofly from Milan
Qatar airways from Doha, Qatar- many connections
Oman Air via Oman and Colombo
XL charter flight from Paris (1-2 times weekly)
Air France Charter flights from Paris
TransAero from Moscow (2 times weekly)
Monarch from Gatwick (1-2 times weekly)
Indian Airlines from Bangalore and Thiruvananthapuram
Neos from Milan and Rome

There are no real restrictions upon arrival or departure times EXCEPT you can not board the boat until 3pm and you must leave the boat by 8am. Most divers choose to book their own air so they can use miles, their preferred carrier or because they have more time to search out deals. If you wish for SingleDivers.com to research and/or book your airfare ticket for you they are happy to do so for a $30 research & booking fee.

VISA/PASSPORT INFORMATION:

Please note that a passport is required of all visitors arriving in the Maldives. A valid return or onward airline ticket is also required. All visitors to the Maldives are issued a free 30-day visa. Americans, Canadians and most other countries’ citizens do not need an advance visa. If in doubt, please contact the nearest consulate. We encourage you to arrive at least a day early so you have a “cushion” if there are flight or luggage delays, and so that you arrive aboard refreshed.

IMPORTANT TRIP UPDATES:

Trip updates can be found in several places:

  • The Trip PM that will sent to everyone on the trip
  • This trip thread
  • The special discussion forums that will be set up for this trip to provide specific and private informatio
n regarding the trip.

HOW TO BOOK A SPOT ON THIS TRIP:

1) Post in this thread that you plan to join us and advise your check or credit card payment is on its way via our SECURE ONLINE PAYMENT GATEWAY. (SEE PAYMENT LINK IN MY SIGNATURE LINE OR AT THE TOP OF THIS TRIP POST/TOPIC.) We'll then put your name on the 'check's in the mail' list. (Please send your pymt asap as we can NOT hold any spots on this trip. Your spot will ONLY BE CONFIRMED when we receive your $500 non-refundable deposit or get the early payment deals with payment in full by Oct 17, 2013.)To join an SD trip you must be a premier membership which is $35 a year and you can get $25 back after the trip as a member rebate if you file for it.
2) Fill out the Trip Rooming & Diving Survey.
3) Fill out the SingleDivers.com Medical Liability Release. - DON'T FORGET YOUR MEDICAL ENVELOPE IN CASE OF EMERGENCY (details at the bottom of the Med Waiver)
4) Fill out the Insurance Summary form (All Forms can be found under "Stuff you need to know for ALL SingleDivers.com trips & activities!" or click here to link to it. (Send a PM or an email to trips@singledivers.com for the password.)
5) Send your deposit for the trip and/or monies due based upon the payment schedule posted below and payment options. If you need to make special arrangements about payments, please contact me and I'll gladly try to work with you.
6) PLEASE USE THE BOOKING TEMPLATE IN POST #2. We need to know if you need rental gear, will be diving nitrox and if you want d/o or s/o for the trip. You MUST include as much of this information as possible with your initial reservation or the type of room you want may no longer be available when you finally clarify for us.
7) You will also need to verify if you have trip insurance or will be procuring trip insurance or conversely not procuring trip insurance. All participants must have Current Dive Insurance and state one of the following:
a. I have trip insurance that covers this trip already.
b. I will purchase trip insurance to cover this trip.
c. I will not purchase trip insurance and will accept all losses accordingly. - THIS TRIP DOES REQUIRE TRIP INSURANCE.
8) Only requests posted in this trip topic/thread are considered official especially for limited options such as use of a computer, orgoing on a tour, etc.
9) Please note that while you may send pm and email requests for availability, the "official" availability is only accurate in the main trip post. For more information on SingleDivers.com, booking policies, etc please read here.
10) Also note that for FASTER service pls email trips@singledivers.com for all general questions and kamala@singledivers.com for custom questions or special requests.
11) PLEASE EMAIL ALL DOCUMENTS TO TRIPS@SINGLEDIVERS.COM ONLY as I do not check trip documentation emails, rather leaving it to our awesome volunteers who help me with our trips. :thankyou:/>/>/>/>/>/>/>/>

PAYMENT INFORMATION:

SingleDivers.com uses a secure online payment gateway that allows you to pay for trips or merchandise using either an e-check which debits your checking account directly without having to mail in a check or debits your credit card without having to fill out a SD.com credit card authorization form. [i](Please note that any non-US bank originating credit card MAY still have to use the paper credit card authorization form as different processing procedures may be followed to process international/non-US credit cards. You'll find this form in the Forms Forum link in my signature. - NOTE: For the State us AA if using an international credit card. SingleDivers.com provides its members with pricing that reflects all possible cash discounts so any payments via credit card or paypal will still incur a 3% non-cash convenience fee. Our SECURE payment gateway which you can access by clicking the PAY HERE LINK along the top, in my signature line and on the homepage of SingleDivers.com.

This trip may sell out quickly due to the great pricing we have so in order to ensure timely & accurate processing of payment receipts and therefore timely & accurate acceptance of members onto the trip, [i]ONLY PAYMENTS RECEIVED VIA OUR SECURE PAYMENT GATEWAY WILL BE ACCEPTED


If you are unable to use the gateway please provide a complete description of the problem/error you are encountering and contact kamala@singledivers.com immediately to manually process your payment for you.

The gateway will add a 3% non-cash convenience fee if paying via credit card or any non-cash option. Checks, money orders and real cash are discounted already.

International/ Non-US Clients: Please use the traditional written credit authorization form to submit credit card payments IF the payment system does not work for you. (Remember use AA as the state and it should work). Click the DOCUMENT LINK in my signature line below for the form and ask trips@singledivers.com for the password. OR WAIT for the TRIP PM that you will be sent shortly after signing up.

Edited by WreckWench, 27 November 2013 - 11:11 AM.


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#2 WreckWench

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Posted 19 November 2013 - 06:26 AM

Welcome to the March Madness MAGICAL MALDIVES "Bucket List" Buster Trip Details and Booking/Sign Up thread/topic. Below you'll find the 5 easy steps for signing up for one of our trips and the booking template we use to capture your booking requirements correctly. Let us know if you need any help signing up via trips@singledivers.com or charlies@singledivers.com or kamala@singledivers.com. Otherwise come and join us diving in MAGICAL MALDIVES!...Hope to see you there!!!


How to Sign Up for A SingleDivers.com Trip in 5 Easy Steps:

Step 1. Register as a Premier Member:
A. Are you new and have not registered on the site yet? Then think of a fun screen name click HERE for ideas and then register HERE. Follow the prompts and choose the 'premier member' option or above in this process and you'll be done.

B. Currently a basic member? Then simply upgrade to premier by clicking on the MEMBERSHIP TAB along the top of the forums HERE and following the prompts for payment.

Step 2: Pay for the trip
We offer a secure payment portal to pay via check or credit card. Our system accepts MC or Visa and all checking accounts and some credit unions. Since all our pricing is offered at a cash discount, the system will add a 3% non-cash convenience fee for credit payments. We accept check payments via the "echeck" option in the payment portal/gateway at no additional charge so please do not "mail" us a check as it can take days and weeks to receive it in rural SC where SingleDivers.com is now corporately based. HERE is the link to our payment portal which is also found on our home page, in my signature line under my posts, across the top of the forums as the blue PAY HERE link and at the top of the trip details.

HOW TO USE THE PAYMENT SYSTEM:
  • After clicking the payment link you will need to enter your SingleDivers.com Screen/Display name so we can link you to the trip and your membership name.
  • Choose the trip you are paying for from the dropdown menu and the amount you are paying for. ONLY enter what you are paying for in each payment.
  • If you wish to provide extra payment details or summarize what you've already paid to date please do so in the details/extra information box and not in the payment template itself or it will think you are trying to pay all of the amounts listed again and total them up. (If this happens simply hit the back button and start over again. You will receive an order summary email every time you attempt a payment so do not worry. The ONLY time you've made a payment is when you receive a 2nd generic email saying "Thank you for your payment". If you get more than one of these please let us know and we'll be happy to refund your duplicate payment. Chances are we have already discovered it and let you know that we've refunded it accordingly.)
Step 3: Post in the trip thread/topic that you are joining us using our 'booking template':
Want to express intent in joining one of our trips? Ideally this is done in the trip details topic which is called a "thread" in the forums we use. In other words THIS TOPIC YOU ARE CURRENTLY READING. Let our volunteers help you learn the posting process as its critical to all of our 'back and forth' communications. (It can also be done via email and we'll "post" your intent for you in the trip topic/thread if you absolutely can't post it yourself.)

You'll find the BOOKING TEMPLATE below and an example of how to complete it. We hope in the near future that this step will be automated but until then please 'copy and paste' this into the the trip thread/this topic by clicking on the blue ADD REPLY button at the top of the forums (make sure the dialog box is empty before you start typing so your reply is not lost in other content. NOTE YOUR TRIP REGISTRATION IS NOT COMPLETE UNTIL YOU HAVE COMPLETED THIS STEP.

Step 4: Trip Documents...Where to find them and what to fill out and why:
The trip documents are needed for rooming, diving, understanding your preferences, as well as helping us help you in the case of an emergency etc. They are required to be returned within 21 days of signing up for a trip or if you need more time we'll add a $75 document fee to your invoice. They must be returned within 3 days if you are signing up within 45 days of departure. The trip docs are located HERE You will need to complete the first 3 documents...the Rooming/Diving Survey, The Medical/Liability Release and the Insurance Summary form. (There is also a check list you can download that will help you as well.) NOTE: All docs need to be returned to either trips@singledivers.com or via fax to 888-480-0906.

Step 5: ONGOING COMMUNICATIONS...
Its a two way street...here's how we tell each other what we need:

We use several tools to keep EVERYONE on a trip updated. They are vitally important for you to monitor and stay apprised of. They are as follows:

A. The "Welcome to the Trip" PM (private message) which is sent to as soon as you sign up for the trip. You can not receive these unless you are a Premier member or above. As soon as you either pay or show interest in the trip thread/topic we'll send you this PM. It has helpful info about signing up for the trip and will be used THROUGHOUT the pre-trip process to keep you updated on critical things regarding your trip with us.

B. The 1st & 3rd & 4th 'posts' in this trip thread (the first has the trip details in it) will contain summarized updates so you don't have to follow every post in the original trip thread. PLEASE monitor these for IMPORTANT UPDATES that affect your trip.

C. The Special Discussion Forums. They are private forums that open up approx 30-60 days before a trip and they are FILLED WITH HELPFUL INFORMATION you need for your trip like how the transfer work, money/tipping issues, who's doing what extra tours or diving, etc. We also use these forums to discuss PRIVATE matters such as exchanging celfone numbers so you can meet up at the airport together etc. ONLY members on the trip have access to these private trip discussion forums. Since they are password protected you will receive the special password for the private forum via the TRIP PM.

And that's it. If you need help feel free to email trips@singledivers.com or charlies@singledivers.com or kamala@singledivers.com and one of us will help you! :thankyou:/>/>/>


PLEASE USE THE FOLLOWING BOOKING TEMPLATE AND CUT AND PASTE IT INTO A NEW POST WITH YOUR REPLIES.


YOUR NAME - YOUR SCREEN NAME

Payments Summary To Date We will post your payments as we receive them
7nite/5 dive day Pkg on EV's Carpe Vita Liveaboard $2505 LOWER d/o or $2705 MAIN d/o (Tell us Main or Lower):
Extra Days/Nights # of extra nites $120 pp s/o $65 pp d/o(let us know if you want help getting room and/or a roommate for your extra days)
32% Nitrox $150... TELL US IF YOU WANT IT:Yes or No
Add'l Optional Tours: Yes or No
Documents SD Waiver - List when Rec'd SD Survey - List when Rec'd SD Ins Summary - List when Rec'd EV's Waiver (send to SD AFTER we get it) - List when Rec'd & Faxed to the boat
Dive Insurance Current Name of Provider & Policy #
Trip Insurance MANDATORY FOR THIS TRIPCHOOSE ONE
a. I have trip insurance that covers this trip already.
b. I will purchase trip insurance to cover this trip.
c. I still will not purchase trip insurance even though it is REQUIRED and I will accept all losses accordingly and will NOT ask SD nor EV for any help if I cancel nor any money back that should be covered under trip insurance.
Flight Details Tell us your flight details here
Bringing School/Life Supplies (We found a very nice orphanage this year to support) Tell us Yes or No, if you can help!
Other Let us know if you have special dietary needs, gear rental needs, sight seeing needs, or want a "Dive Mentor aka Rent-A-Buddy"
DISCOUNTS (Delete those that do not apply):
a. I paid in full by 11-26-13 12-3-13 and get add'l $100 off the price
b. I paid in full by 11-26-13 12-3-13 and get 2 chances to win a FREE DIVER's GPS worth $300 or an instant $75 discount on the purchase of your own GPS
c. I deposited by 12-31-13 and get $150 off a main cabin or $100 off a lower cabin.
d. I deposited by 12-31-13 for $50 off if you are a repeat SD.com Maldives client and book before Dec 31st
e. I deposited by 12-31-13 AND Bring/or book a non-SD.com friend and EACH of you will get $50 off the trip price on any level of room if you both deposit by Dec 31st.
f. I deposited by 12-31-13 for an EARLY CHRISTMAS PRESENT TO MYSELF...20% discount on any one purchase from Diver's Supply Marietta, GA Store (a few restrictions apply i.e does not apply to scuba tanks or scubapro gear) if I am deposited by Dec 31st. (20% discount must be used by March 15, 2014)
g. 1 qualify for a chance to win a FREE DIVER'S GPS for signing up on SD's Facebook Trip Event for this trip AND for liking SD.com'S PAGE HERE if I haven't already AND for sharing the FB Trip booking on persoal page and/or in a diving group!
h. I submitted my documents within 3 weeks of signing up for the trip, so no $75 document fee.
i. I am Active Duty Military in a country that fights for FREEDOM with the USA so I qualify for an add'l $25 off
j. I am a premier member of SD.com and I can send in my SD.com member rebate within 30 days after the trip for an additional $25 off.


SAMPLE OF HOW TO COMPLETE THE BOOKING TEMPLATE:


Kamala aka WreckWench

Payments Summary To Date PAID IN FULL + $120 for s/o room in Male (1) nite
7nite/5 dive day Pkg on EV's Carpe Vita Liveaboard $2505 LOWER d/o or $2705 MAIN d/o (Lower):
Extra Days/Nights 2 extra nites (one before and one after) $120 pp s/o will do d/o to help with rooming
32% Nitrox $150...:Yes
Add'l Optional Tours: MAYBE
Documents SD Waiver - YES Rec'd SD Survey - YES Rec'd SD Ins Summary - YES Rec'd EV's Waiver (send to SD AFTER we get it) - YES Rec'd & Faxed to the boat
Dive Insurance Current Dive Assure Policy # ___
Trip Insurance MANDATORY FOR THIS TRIPCHOOSE ONE- A
a. I have trip insurance that covers this trip already.
b. I will purchase trip insurance to cover this trip.
c. I still will not purchase trip insurance even though it is REQUIRED and I will accept all losses accordingly and will NOT ask SD nor EV for any help if I cancel nor any money back that should be covered under trip insurance.

Flight Details Tell us your flight details here
Bringing School/Life Supplies (We found a very nice orphanage this year to support) YES I can help with supplies & money
Other Mostly vegetarian
DISCOUNTS (Delete those that do not apply):
a. I paid in full by 11-26-13 12-3-13 and get add'l $100 off the price
b. I paid in full by 11-26-13 12-3-13 and get 2 chances to win a FREE DIVER's GPS worth $300 or an instant $75 discount on the purchase of your own GPS
c. I deposited by 12-31-13 and get $150 off a main cabin or $100 off a lower cabin.
d. I deposited by 12-31-13 for $50 off if you are a repeat SD.com Maldives client and book before Dec 31st
e. I deposited by 12-31-13 AND Bring/or book a non-SD.com friend and EACH of you will get $50 off the trip price on any level of room if you both deposit by Dec 31st.
f. I deposited by 12-31-13 for an EARLY CHRISTMAS PRESENT TO MYSELF...20% discount on any one purchase from Diver's Supply Marietta, GA Store (a few restrictions apply i.e does not apply to scuba tanks or scubapro gear) if I am deposited by Dec 31st. (20% discount must be used by March 15, 2014)
g. 1 qualify for a chance to win a FREE DIVER'S GPS for signing up on SD's Facebook Trip Event for this trip AND for liking SD.com'S PAGE HERE if I haven't already AND for sharing the FB Trip booking on persoal page and/or in a diving group!
h. I submitted my documents within 3 weeks of signing up for the trip, so no $75 document fee.
i. I am Active Duty Military in a country that fights for FREEDOM with the USA so I qualify for an add'l $25 off
j. I am a premier member of SD.com and I can send in my SD.com member rebate within 30 days after the trip for an additional $25 off.

A few extra notes:
And finally...since this trip is anticipated to fill out quickly, your spot will NOT be guaranteed until we receive you $1500 deposit AND which week/room type you are choosing VIA YOUR BOOKING TEMPLATE PKG and whether you have or will get TRIP insurance. In order to be fair all payments will be received via our SECURE ONLINE payment gateway ONLY so they will be timestamped accordingly. The payments are NOT real time so to compensate for the lag...ONLY PAYMENTS EITHER CHECK OR CREDIT CARD RECEIVED VIA THE SECURE ONLINE PAYMENT GATEWAY WILL BE HONORED. As noted in the first post, if you have ANY problems please document them and contact kamala@singledivers.com asap to manually enter your payment in the gateway or resolve the problem for you. And as always please note our terms and conditions and other things you need to know about SingleDivers.com trips HERE.

LIST OF THOSE PREMIERS GETTING ADVANCE NOTICE OF WHEN THIS TRIP OPENS UP AND ADVANCE BOOKING INCLUDING PREMIER ONLY DISCOUNTS & EARLY BOOKING SPECIALS...Membership Does Have REWARDS!!!

1. Kamala aka WreckWench
2. Derek aka Muskegocline
3. Kim aka KimBuddha
4. Jennifer aka TabeaK
5. Kent aka RatherBeDivin
6. Tim aka Buzo Guero
7. Jose aka JesterDiver

SEVERAL PHOTOS COURTESY OF SIREN...

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Edited by WreckWench, 27 November 2013 - 11:13 AM.


Contact me directly at Kamala@SingleDivers.com for your private or group travel needs or 864-557-6079 AND don't miss SD's 2018-2021 Trips! ....here! Most are once in a lifetime opportunities...don't miss the chance to go!!
SD LEGACY/OLD/MANUAL Forms & Documents.... here !

Click here TO PAY for Merchandise, Membership, or Travel
"Imitation is the sincerest flattery." - Gandhi
"Imitation is proof that originality is rare." - ScubaHawk
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2234 North Federal Hwy, #1010 Boca Raton, FL 33431
formerly...
710 Dive Buddy Lane; Salem, SC 29676
864-557-6079 tel/celfone/office or tollfree fax 888-480-0906

#3 WreckWench

WreckWench

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Posted 19 November 2013 - 06:27 AM

SPOTS AVAILABLE UPDATE
We have up to 12 spots for our Magical Maldives Trip.

Rooms/Spots booked so far.....
4 LOWER LEVEL rooms = - 8 spots booked d/o = LOWER LEVEL SOLD OUT


TRIP SUMMARY RECAPS


WHO'S GOING:

1. Kamala aka WreckWench d/o LOWER
2. Jose aka JesterDiver d/o LOWER
3. Jenny aka TabeaK d/o LOWER
4. Judy aka Skeeter d/o LOWER
5. Kim aka Kimbuddha d/o LOWER
6. Simon aka Simindive d/o LOWER
7. Suzy aka DiviDivaDiver d/o LOWER

*Above list last edited by dive_sail_etc 08 Jan 14*

THOSE IN THE PROCESS OF SIGNING UP:

1.

OFFICIAL WAITING LIST

1.

Those who are diving Nitrox
1. Kamala aka WreckWench - yes certified
2. Jose aka JesterDiver
3. Jenny aka TabeaK
4. Judy AKA Skeeter
5. Suzy aka DiviDivaDiver
6. Kimmie aka Kimbuddha
7. Jenny aka TaBeak

Those interested in TOURING only on NON-DIVING DAYS OR if they have good tours in the afternoon:
1. Kamala aka WreckWench (MAYBE)
2. TO BE UPDATED SOON...

Those wanting to use Cochran Computer to aid DAN PDE research efforts (Limited # of Participants)
1. Kamala aka WreckWench
2.

Those wanting to participate in the "Dive Mentor" aka Rent-A-Buddy program (limited # of participants FOR THIS TRIP. PLEASE CONTACT kamala@singledivers.com TO DISCUSS)
1. Jenny aka TabeaK
2.

I'm celebrating a Milestone on this trip (Birthday, Significant Dive, Etc)
1.The WENCH Should have a significant dive on this trip!!!
2.



I am arriving Early or Staying Late and want to share a room for 1 or more nights and want SD to help me book it. NOTE: The OFFICIAL trip dates are for 1 week...but you can stay later if you like. We'll try to help you avoid a single supplement if at all possible but please be prepared to do s/o for any extra days.


1. Kamala aka WreckWench - 14 Mar S/O 15 Mar D/O
2. Jose aka JesterDiver - 15 Mar S/O
3. Jenny aka TabeaK - 15 Mar S/O
4. Judy AKA Skeeter - 14 Mar S/O 15 Mar S/O
5. Suzy aka DiviDivaDiver - 15 Mar D/O
6. Kimmie aka Kimbuddha - 14 Mar S/O 15 Mar S/O
7. Simon aka Simindive - 15 Mar D/O

OFFICIALLY COMPLETED THE BOOKING PROCESS:

SEE NEXT POST....HERE.

Edited by dive_sail_etc, 05 March 2014 - 08:19 PM.


Contact me directly at Kamala@SingleDivers.com for your private or group travel needs or 864-557-6079 AND don't miss SD's 2018-2021 Trips! ....here! Most are once in a lifetime opportunities...don't miss the chance to go!!
SD LEGACY/OLD/MANUAL Forms & Documents.... here !

Click here TO PAY for Merchandise, Membership, or Travel
"Imitation is the sincerest flattery." - Gandhi
"Imitation is proof that originality is rare." - ScubaHawk
SingleDivers.com...often imitated...never duplicated!

Kamala Shadduck c/o SingleDivers.com LLC
2234 North Federal Hwy, #1010 Boca Raton, FL 33431
formerly...
710 Dive Buddy Lane; Salem, SC 29676
864-557-6079 tel/celfone/office or tollfree fax 888-480-0906

#4 WreckWench

WreckWench

    Founder? I didn't know we lost her!

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  • Gender:Female
  • Cert Level:DM & Technical certs
  • Logged Dives:5000+

Posted 19 November 2013 - 06:28 AM

OFFICIALLY COMPLETED THE BOOKING PROCESS:


1. Kamala aka WreckWench
Payments Summary To Date PAID IN FULL + $120 for s/o room in Male (1) nite
7nite/5 dive day Pkg on EV's Carpe Vita Liveaboard $1505 LOWER d/o or $2705 MAIN d/o (Lower):
Extra Days/Nights 2 extra nites (one before and one after) $120 pp s/o will do d/o to help with rooming
32% Nitrox $150...:Yes
Add'l Optional Tours: MAYBE
Documents SD Waiver - YES Rec'd SD Survey - YES Rec'd SD Ins Summary - YES Rec'd EV's Waiver (send to SD AFTER we get it) - YES Rec'd & Faxed to the boat
Dive Insurance Current Dive Assure Policy # ___
Trip Insurance MANDATORY FOR THIS TRIPCHOOSE ONE- A
a. I have trip insurance that covers this trip already.
b. I will purchase trip insurance to cover this trip.
c. I still will not purchase trip insurance even though it is REQUIRED and I will accept all losses accordingly and will NOT ask SD nor EV for any help if I cancel nor any money back that should be covered under trip insurance.

Flight Details Tell us your flight details here
Bringing School/Life Supplies (We found a very nice orphanage this year to support) YES I can help with supplies & money
Other Mostly vegetarian
DISCOUNTS (Delete those that do not apply):
a. I paid in full by 11-26-13 and get add'l $100 off the price
b. I paid in full by 11-26-13 and get 2 chances to win a FREE DIVER's GPS worth $300 or an instant $75 discount on the purchase of your own GPS
c. I deposited by 12-31-13 and get $150 off a main cabin or $100 off a lower cabin.
d. I deposited by 12-31-13 for $50 off if you are a repeat SD.com Maldives client and book before Dec 31st
e. I deposited by 12-31-13 AND Bring/or book a non-SD.com friend and EACH of you will get $50 off the trip price on any level of room if you both deposit by Dec 31st.
f. I deposited by 12-31-13 for an EARLY CHRISTMAS PRESENT TO MYSELF...20% discount on any one purchase from Diver's Supply Marietta, GA Store (a few restrictions apply i.e does not apply to scuba tanks or scubapro gear) if I am deposited by Dec 31st. (20% discount must be used by March 15, 2014)
g. 1 qualify for a chance to win a FREE DIVER'S GPS for signing up on SD's Facebook Trip Event for this trip AND for liking SD.com'S PAGE HERE if I haven't already AND for sharing the FB Trip booking on personal page and/or in a diving group!
h. I submitted my documents within 3 weeks of signing up for the trip, so no $75 document fee.
i. I am Active Duty Military in a country that fights for FREEDOM with the USA so I qualify for an add'l $25 off
j. I am a premier member of SD.com and I can send in my SD.com member rebate within 30 days after the trip for an additional $25 off.



2. Jose aka JesterDiver
Payments Summary To Date: PAID IN FULL + Nitrox and one extra day S/O
7nite/5 dive day Pkg on EV's Carpe Vita Liveaboard $2505 LOWER d/o
Extra Days/Nights # of extra nites $120 pp s/o $65 pp d/o Yes, 1 Day, Will Arrive on Saturday
32% Nitrox $150... TELL US IF YOU WANT IT: Yes
Add'l Optional Tours: Maybe
Documents: SD Waiver - Received SD Survey - Received SD Ins Summary - Received EV's Waiver Received & emailed to the boat
Dive Insurance Current DAN Policy # 1525394, Also Diveassure Premier
Trip Insurance MANDATORY FOR THIS TRIP CHOOSE ONE b. I will purchase trip insurance to cover this trip.
Flight Details:
Flt K204
Fri 14 March 11:20 JFK
Sat 15March 07:50 Dubai (Connection 1Hr 45Min)
Flt 652
Sat 15March 09:35 Dubai
Sat 15 March 14:55 Male
Return
Flt 653
Sun 23Mar 22:55 Male
Mon 24Mar 02:05Dubai (Connection 7 hours)
Flt 205
Mon 24Mar 9:05am
Mon 24Mar 19:00 JFK

Bringing School/Life Supplies (We found a very nice orphanage this year to support) Tell us Yes or No, if you can help!
Other Let us know if you have special dietary needs, gear rental needs, sight seeing needs, or want a "Dive Mentor aka Rent-A-Buddy"
DISCOUNTS (Delete those that do not apply):
a. I paid in full by 11-26-13 and get add'l $100 off the price
b. I paid in full by 11-26-13 and get 2 chances to win a FREE DIVER's GPS worth $300 or an instant $75 discount on the purchase of your own GPS
c. I deposited by 12-31-13 and get $150 off a main cabin or $100 off a lower cabin.
e. I deposited by 12-31-13 AND Bring/or book a non-SD.com friend and EACH of you will get $50 off the trip price on any level of room if you both deposit by Dec 31st.
f. I deposited by 12-31-13 for an EARLY CHRISTMAS PRESENT TO MYSELF...20% discount on any one purchase from Diver's Supply Marietta, GA Store (a few restrictions apply i.e does not apply to scuba tanks or scubapro gear) if I am deposited by Dec 31st. (20% discount must be used by March 15, 2014)
g. 1 qualify for a chance to win a FREE DIVER'S GPS for signing up on SD's Facebook Trip Event for this trip AND for liking SD.com'S PAGE HERE if I haven't already AND for sharing the FB Trip booking on personal page and/or in a diving group!
h. I submitted my documents within 3 weeks of signing up for the trip, so no $75 document fee.
j. I am a premier member of SD.com and I can send in my SD.com member rebate within 30 days after the trip for an additional $25 off.



3. Jenny aka TabeaK
Payments Summary To Date: PAID IN FULL + Nitrox + RAB and and one extra day S/O
7nite/5 dive day Pkg on EV's Carpe Vita Liveaboard $2505 LOWER d/o
Extra Days/Nights #1 extra night in Male, would be happy to share
32% Nitrox $150... TELL US IF YOU WANT IT: Yes and I'm freshly certified
Add'l Optional Tours: Maybe - it is the Maldives...there is not much tripping to be done
Documents: SD Waiver - Received SD Survey - Received SD Ins Summary - Received EV's Waiver Received & emailed to the boat
Dive Insurance Current: Will advise as soon as I've picked one
Trip Insurance MANDATORY FOR THIS TRIP: a. I have trip insurance that covers this trip already.
Flight Details Flying Emirates Airlines
March 14th
EK052 Munich (MUC) - Dubai (DXB) 21.40 - 6.30 (+1)
3h 5min layover
Saturday, March 15th
EK652 Dubai (DXB) - Male (MLE) 9.35 - 14.55
Travel time: 13h 15 min
March 23rd
EK659 Male (MLE) - Dubai (DXB) 10.00 - 13.10
3h 20min layover
EK051 Dubai (DXB) - Munich (MUC) 16.30 - 20.10

Bringing School/Life Supplies (We found a very nice orphanage this year to support) YES -how does that work?
Other Let us know if you have special dietary needs, gear rental needs, sight seeing needs, or want a "Dive Mentor aka Rent-A-Buddy"
Would be interested in dive mentoring/Rent-a-buddy
DISCOUNTS (Delete those that do not apply):
a. I paid in full by 11-26-13 and get add'l $100 off the price
b. I paid in full by 11-26-13 and get 2 chances to win a FREE DIVER's GPS worth $300 or an instant $75 discount on the purchase of your own GPS
c. I deposited by 12-31-13 and get $150 off a main cabin or $100 off a lower cabin.
g. 1 qualify for a chance to win a FREE DIVER'S GPS for signing up on SD's Facebook Trip Event for this trip AND for liking SD.com'S PAGE HERE if I haven't already AND for sharing the FB Trip booking on personal page and/or in a diving group!
h. I submitted my documents within 3 weeks of signing up for the trip, so no $75 document fee.
j. I am a premier member of SD.com and I can send in my SD.com member rebate within 30 days after the trip for an additional $25 off.



4. Judy AKA Skeeter
Payments Summary To Date: PAID IN FULL + Nitrox and two extra days S/O (carrying $100 final credit)
7nite/5 dive day Pkg on EV's Carpe Vita Liveaboard$2705 MAIN d/o $2505 LOWER d/o
Extra Days/Nights: ONE NIGHT UPON ARRIVAL
32% Nitrox $150 TELL US IF YOU WANT IT: YES
Add'l Optional Tours: NO
Documents: SD Waiver - Received SD Survey - Received SD Ins Summary - Received EV's Waiver Received & emailed to the boat
Dive Insurance Current Name of Provider & Policy: # DAN 2237482 Exp Apr 2014
Trip Insurance MANDATORY FOR THIS TRIP, CHOOSE ONE: 008931-569 Exp 19 Apr 2014
a. I have trip insurance that covers this trip already.

Flight Details Tell us your flight details here:
Arrival
DEP UA881 12 Mar 1:05pm (CST) - O'Hare Intl (ORD) ARR 13 Mar 4:30pm (GMT+10) - Narita (NRT)
UA837 13 Mar 6:10pm (GMT+10) - Narita (NRT) ARR 13 Mar 11:20pm (GMT+9) - Bangkok (BKK)
???711 14 Mar 9:25am (GMT+9) - Bangkok (BKK) ARR 14 Mar 11:45am (GMT+5) - Male (MLE)

Departure
DEP ???712 23 Mar 12:40pm (GMT+5) - Male (MLE) ARR 23 Mar 7:00pm (GMT+9) - Bangkok (BKK)
DEP UA838 24 Mar 7:10am (GMT+9) - Bangkok (BKK) ARR 24 Mar 2:45pm (GMT+10) - Narita (NRT)
DEP UA882 24 Mar 6:20pm (GMT+10) - Narita (NRT) ARR 24 Mar 4:00pm (CST) O'Hare Intl (ORD)

Bringing School/Life Supplies (We found a very nice orphanage this year to support) Yes
Other Let us know if you have special dietary needs, gear rental needs, sight seeing needs, or want a "Dive Mentor aka Rent-A-Buddy".
DISCOUNTS (Delete those that do not apply):
c. I deposited by 12-31-13 and get $150 off a main cabin or $100 off a lower cabin.
e. I deposited by 12-31-13 AND Bring/or book a non-SD.com friend and EACH of you will get $50 off the trip price on any level of room if you both deposit by Dec 31st.
f. I deposited by 12-31-13 for an EARLY CHRISTMAS PRESENT TO MYSELF...20% discount on any one purchase from Diver's Supply Marietta, GA Store (a few restrictions apply i.e does not apply to scuba tanks or scubapro gear) if I am deposited by Dec 31st. (20% discount must be used by March 15, 2014)
g. 1 qualify for a chance to win a FREE DIVER'S GPS for signing up on SD's Facebook Trip Event for this trip AND for liking SD.com'S PAGE HERE if I haven't already AND for sharing the FB Trip booking on personal page and/or in a diving group!
h. I submitted my documents within 3 weeks of signing up for the trip, so no $75 document fee.
j. I am a premier member of SD.com and I can send in my SD.com member rebate within 30 days after the trip for an additional $25 off.



5. Suzy aka DiviDivaDiver
Payments Summary To Date: PAID IN FULL + Nitrox and one extra day D/O
7nite/5 dive day Pkg on EV's Carpe Vita Liveaboard $2505 LOWER d/o
Extra Days/Nights #2 total $130 - Arriving Male a day early 3/15. A 20HR layover in Dubai so also paid for a room 3/23.
32% Nitrox $150... TELL US IF YOU WANT IT: YES
Add'l Optional Tours: MAYBE, depends on how many dives I have to lose
Documents: SD Waiver - Received SD Survey - Received SD Ins Summary - Received EV's Waiver Received & emailed to the boat
Dive Insurance Current DAN Policy # 1096174
Trip Insurance MANDATORY FOR THIS TRIP: TRAVEL GUARD: #915953967
b. I will purchase trip insurance to cover this trip.
Flight Details
ARRIVAL
Flt EK204
Fri 14 March 11:20 JFK
Sat 15March 07:50 Dubai (Connection 1Hr 45Min)
Flt EK652
Sat 15March 09:35 Dubai
Sat 15 March 14:55 Male
RETURN
Flt EK659
Sun 23Mar 10:00 Male
Sun 23 Mar 13:10 Dubai (Connection 20 hours)
Flt EK205
Mon 24Mar 9:05 Dubai
Mon 24Mar 19:00 JFK

Bringing School/Life Supplies (We found a very nice orphanage this year to support) Maybe.
Other Let us know if you have special dietary needs, gear rental needs, sight seeing needs, or want a "Dive Mentor aka Rent-A-Buddy".
Gluten Free
DISCOUNTS (Delete those that do not apply):
g. 1 qualify for a chance to win a FREE DIVER'S GPS for signing up on SD's Facebook Trip Event for this trip AND for liking SD.com'S PAGE HERE if I haven't already AND for sharing the FB Trip booking on personal page and/or in a diving group!
h. I submitted my documents within 3 weeks of signing up for the trip, so no $75 document fee.
j. I am a premier member of SD.com and I can send in my SD.com member rebate within 30 days after the trip for an additional $25 off.



6. Kim aka Kimbuddha
Payments Summary To Date: Making arrangements with The Wench, has Base Trip + Nitrox and one extra day S/O
7nite/5 dive day Pkg on EV's Carpe Vita Liveaboard$2705 MAIN d/o $2505 LOWER d/o
Extra Days/Nights #2 - arriving one day early on 3/15 in Male and leaving Male on the 24th.
32% Nitrox $150... TELL US IF YOU WANT IT: YES
Add'l Optional Tours: Jellyfish,kayak?
Documents: SD Waiver - Received SD Survey - Received SD Ins Summary - Received EV's Waiver Received & emailed to the boat
Dive Insurance Current DAN Policy # 2150782 exp 10/31/2014
Trip Insurance MANDATORY FOR THIS TRIP
b. I will purchase trip insurance to cover this trip.
Flight Details
ARRIVAL FLIGHTS
Flt TK0006
Fri 13 March Chicago 11:00pm
Sat 14 March Istanbul 4:45pm
Flt TK0730
Sat 15 March Istanbul 1:10am
Sat 15 March Male. 12:00pm
RETURN FLIGHTS
Flt TK0731
Sun 24 March 11:50pm Male
Sun 24 March 5:30am Istanbul
Flt TK0005
Mon 25 March 1:40pm Istanbul
Mon 25 March 6:50pm

Bringing School/Life Supplies (We found a very nice orphanage this year to support). I will try.
Other Let us know if you have special dietary needs, gear rental needs, sight seeing needs, or want a "Dive Mentor aka Rent-A-Buddy".
Gluten Free
DISCOUNTS (Delete those that do not apply):
B. -$150 early discount by 12/31
g. I qualify for a chance to win a FREE DIVER'S GPS for signing up on SD's Facebook Trip Event for this trip AND for liking SD.com'S PAGE HERE if I haven't already AND for sharing the FB Trip booking on personal page and/or in a diving group!
h. I submitted my documents within 3 weeks of signing up for the trip, so no $75 document fee.
j. I am a premier member of SD.com and I can send in my SD.com member rebate within 30 days after the trip for an additional $25 off.



7. Simon aka SimonDive
Payments Summary To Date: PAID IN FULL + one extra day (not sure S/O pr D/O)
7nite/5 dive day Pkg on EV's Carpe Vita Liveaboard $2505 LOWER d/o
Extra Days/Nights: Yes, one in Male on arrival night 3/15
32% Nitrox $150... TELL US IF YOU WANT IT: No
Add'l Optional Tours: Want to join Seaplane Photo Tour on morning of departure 3/23
Documents: SD Waiver - Received SD Survey - Received SD Ins Summary - Received EV's Waiver Received & emailed to the boat
Dive Insurance Current Dive Assure Policy # 201750
Trip Insurance MANDATORY FOR THIS TRIPCHOOSE ONE A
a. I have trip insurance that covers this trip already.
Flight Details:
Thur, Mar 13 '14: BOS -> JFK: DL 4061 9:12am Departure 10:30am Arrival
Thur, Mar 13 '14: JFK -> NRT: DL 0473 1:38pm Departure 4:35pm Arrival
Fri, Mar 14 '14: NRT -> SIN: DL 0621 6:00pm Departure 12:45am Arrival
Sat, Mar 15 '14: SIN -> MLE: SQ 0452 20:35pm Departure 22:10pm Arrival
Sun, Mar 23 '14: MLE -> SIN: SQ 0461 14:20pm Departure 22:10pm Arrival

Bringing School/Life Supplies (We found a very nice orphanage this year to support) Please point me to donation website...
Other: Diet: Pollo-pescetarian Sight Seeing: Seaplane Photo Tour
DISCOUNTS (Delete those that do not apply):
c. I deposited by 12-31-13 and get $150 off a main cabin or $100 off a lower cabin.
g. 1 qualify for a chance to win a FREE DIVER'S GPS for signing up on SD's Facebook Trip Event for this trip AND for liking SD.com'S PAGE HERE if I haven't already AND for sharing the FB Trip booking on persoal page and/or in a diving group!
h. I submitted my documents within 3 weeks of signing up for the trip, so no $75 document fee.
j. I am a premier member of SD.com and I can send in my SD.com member rebate within 30 days after the trip for an additional $25 off.

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Posted 19 November 2013 - 06:29 AM

LOOK HERE FOR ONGOING IMPORTANT TRIP UPDATES - CHECK HERE OFTEN TO AVOID READING ALL THE POSTS IN THIS THREAD:

1. 11-19-13 Trip opened up for Premier Member and Above & Pay in Full Early booking until 11-26-13.

2. We only have 10 spots...come join us for this EXCLUSIVE Bucket List Dream Trip! NOTE: Monitor the 3rd post for official availability and Who's Going!

3. PRICES SHOWN ARE THE NET COST OF THIS TRIP IN ORDER TO SELL THESE SPOTS QUICKLY.

4. AIR (SEE INFO IN 1ST POST TO ASSIST WITH BOOKING PROPERLY OR ASK FOR HELP): When purchasing your air for this trip....Check out SD's New Online Booking Engine FIRST & get $200k in FREE Travel Accident Insurance on every airline ticket you purchase + Much Much More! Simply click THIS link, register as a free preferred member and get LOTS of FREE perks on every ticket you buy & Save Money! (For biggest savings make sure you are logged into Rovia when searching and booking airfares!)

5. NOTE: All trip participants need to be premier members of our site so that we can effectively communicate with you and help to manage your trip/vacation more easily. Its only $35 a year and you'll get $25 back after EVERY trip you take with us if you file for it. To become a premier member click on the MEMBERSHIP tab along the top of the forums and follow the prompts.

6. NEED HELP BOOKING THIS TRIP? SIGNING UP AS A PREMIER MEMBER? HAVE QUESTIONS? Please post your specific trip questions in the thread or for general help on signing up email trips@singledivers.com and our awesome volunteers will help you! :)/>/> Special questions can be addressed to kamala@singledivers.com



MALDIVES & GENERAL SD TRIP RELATED FAQ!

Q. Why the big deal over trip insurance and when do I have to buy it if I want it?
A. The Maldives is a long trip and MANY things can happen. No one can afford this type of loss so you must get insurance within a short period of time of signing up for the trip. CHECK YOUR POLICY FOR TIMING RESTRICTIONS. People are used to things being pretty good and not worrying about things like insurance. However for some reason MORE people have experienced having to cancel a trip or having their vacation ruined due to accidents, illness, death in the family and even death of the member. And while our vendors and SD truly want to help you, we are extremely limited in what we can do if you did not take out trip insurance. NOTE: The last possible date to buy insurance VARIES by the policy you purchase. Some require it within a limited number of days after signing up.

Q. I am new to the single divers website and am interested in getting some more information about your trips. I was looking at the Maldives trip for March. Do you have people from all over and all ages and experience levels that go on these trips?
A. Yes we do. Divers range from about 25 to 65, we average about 40% women…sometimes more on our trips…several have been essentially 'chick trips' with more gals than guys and we have every one from novices with 6 dives to master scuba diving instructors on trips. EVERYONE is welcome and we love new(er) divers. We even offer an innovative program for new divers that is part divebuddy/dive mentor. Its called Rent-A-Buddy and you hire a private DM to be your buddy so you can focus on YOU and YOUR diving and not worry about anything or anyone else. Your buddy will also mentor you providing customized feedback on YOUR diving helping to reinforce GOOD habits or develop GOOD habits right from the start. Everyone who participates in this program RAVES about it. Its quite reasonable…$50 per day or $150 for the week. (NOTE THE RAB WILL BE LIMITED ON THIS TRIP...PLEASE TALK TO KAMALA@SINGLEDIVERS.COM BEFORE SIGNING UP FOR IT!

Q. I'm trying to decide if I should do a double to save money or a single just in case the roomie thing does not work out. What do you recommend?
A. You have CHOICES on our trips. One of our primary goals is to AVOID SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS. We use an extensive rooming and trip survey to help us with rooming decisions. If we help you with rooming you won't be disappointed. And if for some reason your roomie looked good on paper but just didn't pan out in reality...TRUST ME WHEN I SAY...it's not a big deal and we'll get you swapped with someone else in a flash. EVERYONE knows that it could be them that didn't mesh with their roomie so they are happy to help someone else match up better. After all...it could be them the next time. So let us know which way you want to go and you can see by the extensive survey we do...we have LOTS of parameters to help you match on many levels with a potential roommate. And if you just want to unwind and pamper yourself...the single upgrade fee is not that much and you can have a luxurious time by yourself. The CHOICE is YOURS!!! HOWEVER...the cost of s/o on a liveaboard is too prohibitive at nearly 1.75% of a 2nd spot so only s/o will be available for the group rooms before and after the trip. :cool1:/>

Q. I noticed in the "who's going" section that most of the people have nitrox, is that a problem if I don't?
A. Absolutely not but many divers find it will allow them to dive more since we are doing 3 boat dives a day. We'll have an instructor on the trip so if you want to take the class while you are there it's a great way to combine diving and training. Air divers will be buddied with other air divers and/or I'll dive with any air diver that needs a buddy. SD.com will help you with the buddy arrangements using the info from the survey we have you fill out. You are never locked into these suggestions and are free to change at any time. Most of our members rave at how well our dive buddy suggestions turn out to be!

Q. Do I need to sign in as a premier member to be able to access all the forms that are needed?

A. Yes you will need to register on the site with a screen name (choose a fun diving or personality related one if you can) and you'll need to be logged into the site to post. Once you tell us you are going on a trip with us we send you a link to the forms in case you have not found the link in my signature along with the password for the forum. (Note it is NOT the same as your login password.) To sign up for a trip simply POST in the topic/thread that you want to go with us, your payment is enroute and then tell us if you'll need extra days, if you want double or single occupancy, if you want nitrox or air, etc. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL TRIPS IN 2013 WE REQUIRE YOU TO BE A PREMIER MEMBER SO WE CAN EFFECTIVELY COMMUNICATE VITAL TRIP DETAILS DURING THE BOOKING PROCESS AND ALL PRE-TRIP PHASES. AS A PREMIER MEMBER YOU WILL QUALIFY FOR MEMBER ONLY DISCOUNTS FOR EARLY BOOKING, FIRST DIBS ON LIMITED SPOTS, $25 MEMBER REBATE AFTER EVERY TRIP IF YOU FILE FOR IT AND WE'LL SEND YOU PRIVATE MESSAGES WITH IMPORTANT TRIP HAPPENINGS AS A SPECIAL COURTESY FOR OUR PREMEIR MEMBERS AND ABOVE ONLY!

Q. What would be the easiest way to pay with my credit card for this, could I call you and pay that way?
A. You can pay with credit card via our secure online web payment gateway. Simply click on the CLICK HERE TO PAY SD NOW button on the home page or in my signature below or along the top of each page of the forums and it will allow you to pay via cc or your checking account. All prices are discounted for cash so if not paying via check please include the 3% non-cash convenience fee. If using a credit card not drawn on a US bank you may have to fill out our credit card authorization form so we can process your payment manually (found in the forms forum link in my signature) and email it as a pdf to me to kamala@singledivers.com or fax it to me to 864-944-6769. Again please include the 3% non-cash convenience fee if paying via this method.

Q. Is it more common for people to book their own flights, or do you do most of the travel arrangements for people?
A. Actually most people do book their own flights. We are happy to help but charge a nominal $30 booking fee for researching and booking flights for you unless the flight is part of the trip package and then the price is covered in the trip cost already. Let us know if you'd like us to make travel arrangements for you. We simply add the $30 fee to your total invoice. OR SAVE BOOKING FEES AND MONEY BY BOOKING VIA OUR ONLINE AIRFARE BOOKING SYSTEM HERE!

Q. Can I get a Rent-A-Buddy for this trip...how does it work? A. Yes you can rent-a-buddy AKA a "Dive Mentor" for the trip...we have a limited number of DM's/Instructors available for you to rent to help you focus on only yourself and not worry about being someone's buddy or to allow you to improve your air consumption and bouyancy etc. You are hiring a professional 'coach' to help you reinforce your recent open water skills or to help you refresh them or to just basically help to mentor you. The price is $50 per day or $150 for the trip. If you need your rent-a-buddy to do your first night dive it is recommended that you consider the night dive specialty or even just the night dive sign off of AOW...Advanced Open Water via one of our instructors. THEN you can do one with your rent-a-buddy! - PLEASE CONTACT KAMALA@SINGELDIVERS.COM FOR LIMITED AVAILABLITY FOR RAB'S ON THIS TRIP.

Q. I will need Rental Gear. What do I do?
A. Let us know what you need for rental gear? We will have Cochran computers available that you can for FREE to do DAN research AND avoid having to rent. As for other rental gear...please let us know and we'll get you the prices. - ON THIS TRIP BASIC RENTAL GEAR IS CHARGED FOR!!!

Q. I want to bring School & LIFE Supplies for the kids. What is best to bring?
A. Last year we discovered the need for the orphanage which covers ALL AGES includes simply clothing, toiletries and basic supplies which are always hard to come by...notebooks, paper pads, pens, pencils, pencil sharpeners, markers, etc. Please bypass the ones that are more like toys. And please bring them in one of the million canvas tote bags you get from conventions etc....that way they stay together AND a child will end up with a book bag...plus we don't add more plastic to the already challenged environment. You might also pick up some cheap 'readers' from the dollar stores...they will help kids who have a problem reading without glasses. And if you do not want to bring supplies but would rather donate money that is fine too. School supplies have a 50% import tax on them so they become very expensive in the country. That is why paper is good to bring as it is heavy to import and expensive once it is on island. But ANYTHING you bring will be gladly accepted and put to good use. NOTE: Do not pack a box to bring supplies in. Use a suitcase so it looks like it is your personal items. A box will usually be opened and then you will be taxed on the supplies you are bringing in...EVEN if they are for charity.

Life Supplies: We will compile a full list of things needed by the orphanage for the kids and let you know!

Q. Is there a place on the site behind the scenes to discuss meeting up at airports, sign up for rental trucks, impart tips & tidbits about diving in the Maldives?

a. Yes, please check out this forum: INSERT LINK HERE The password will be sent to everyone VIA THE OFFICIAL TRIP PM (private message), but if ever needed again, please send an email to: Trips@singledivers.com and we will send it to you again. Check this link often for updates! It will not appear in the "view new posts".

Q. I noticed that none of my flight info is listed in the area where everyone else's is for the MALDIVES trip! Was I supposed to post that info myself? If so, how do I do it!
A. Yes if you want your info posted in the thread for your flight details you post it in a post saying here are your flight details and our trip coordinators or myself will post it in the first post. This also lets others know when you will be arriving as well.

Q. Have you by any chance figured out who is going to room together yet? A. You are correct that we do not announce the rooming until you get to the hotel/Boat. Keep in mind that rooming is ALWAYS subject to change especially before the trip begins but even after it has begun. If we discover that we have a problem and have to change someone then obviously several people would have to be changed to make it work. But it works because EVERYONE knows it could be them so they are willing to be flexible. This is part of what makes this group so great. If your roomie does not work out despite being good 'on paper' you simply let us know and we start working on suitable changes. We ask that you give us at least 24 hrs to work out a rooming change. Within 24hrs the problem may have worked itself out or we will have found someone willing to swap roomies to make it all work. Either way it will work out if everyone is willing to be flexible. :respect:/>

Q. Also for those of us who signed up ahead of time who might be able to get an upgrade...when does that all take place? When we get there?
A. We do not announce the upgrade winner until right before the trip or wait until we get there.

Q. What kind of night life does MALE offer?
A. MALE is a diver's paradise and because it is remote it has limited night life and its a Muslim country. So the entertainment will be provided by our group. We'll loot at having a photo contest so Stay tuned for more activities in the works for entertainment!

Q. So how does the $75 Document Fee work?
A. Timely documents are critical to the success of our organization. Simply get your docs into us within 3 weeks of signing up for a trip and you'll save $75. If you need more time to complete your docs, we'll simply add the document fee to your final invoice. Wanna save some money get your docs in timely. Need more time? We'll just add the document fee to your invoice. NOTE: All documents are required no later than 45 days prior to the trip. Failure to submit them could result in the loss of your spot. If you are signing up within 45 days of the trip you have 3 days to get us your docs. PLEASE NOTE THAT FLIGHT DETAILS ARE NOT NEEDED UNTIL YOU HAVE PURCHASED YOUR FARE.

Some sneak peaks at the boat...courtesy of EV:




VIP Cabin & Bath

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MAIN Cabin & Bath

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LOWER Cabin & Bath

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The Rest of the Boat:

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Posted 19 November 2013 - 06:30 AM

This trip is NOW OPEN FOR BOOKING!!!

WE ARE HELPING A DIVE SHOP BOOK THE REST OF THIS TRIP HENCE THE LIMITED NUMBER OF SPOTS AVAILABLE. I KNOW THEM PERSONALLY AND THEY WILL BE A BLAST TO SHARE WITH AND IT IS THE MALDIVES...TIME TO CHECK OFF THIS BUCKET LIST TRIP!!!

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#7 WreckWench

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Posted 19 November 2013 - 06:37 AM

Airfare deals from Europe are pretty good for that week...damn, I really need to ask my boss to take this week off...Posted Image

Have you guys checked out Emirates? They often do good deals to this part of the world - from the East Coast at least...

Kamala, I checked out the boat's website - pretty cool. What they didn't talk about was their specific diving rules. The Maldives have pretty stringent regulations anyway (30m depth limit, bottom time 45min...) - and in my experience individual diving places have additional rules...that they take rather seriously... Things like group sizes, special rules for baby divers such as me (i.e. on my last trip: unless you have x (I think at my dive shop it was like 40) dives logged you always need to be buddied with a DM or sometimes even a dive instructor...), certain types of equipment not being allowed...and so on. Do you know what applies to this boat?



Boat Rules: The boat will be liberal with a known group and we are a known group.

Newer Divers: TabeaK if you have 40 dives from EUROPE you should be fine. We do offer a program where you can rent a dive pro to be your buddy and they not only dive with you and take care of you but they also MENTOR you so help you improve your diving. Its $50US a day or $150 for the week.

Airfare: I'll work on air... I'm finding $2400 which sucks but I hope my consolidator can do better. We *may* have an air credit towards airfare but its not final yet.

Payments: If you have traveled with SD before and want to do this trip we'll work out payment terms for you that will be VERY GENEROUS. I can't give the spots back so gotta sell them.

Booking: The booking will be finished this morning. ITS A GO!!!

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Posted 19 November 2013 - 06:39 AM

FLIGHT SNIPPETS:

I just did a real quick search for flight costs. The first thing that came up was a flight on Friday March 14 at 11:20AM out of JFK, getting to MLE Sat March 15 at 2:55pm. The return flight left MLE at 4:20pm on the 23rd. The price was $1166. That price looks very good, and gives people a night in the Maldives to make sure that there are no connections and luggage issues. Hope that helps. I can look at more flight options later today if it would help. Ed



FYI...I just checked flights via Emirates and even from Greenville SC the fares are $1400-$1500 which is not horrible. It does involve an overnight in Dubai AND one in Male but that one is required anyway to ensure your bags arrive.

We have a hotel in Male for $120 s/o or $60 d/o for arriving the 15th so you have several chances for bags to arrive if they or you miss a flight.

So air is more reasonable right now with routings via JFK and DFW to Dubai. The lowest fare for me is overnighting in Dubai so 2 days to get there. (I'd leave the 13th and arrive the 15th giving me 1 whole day for bags to arrive by the 16th.) For another $100 or less I can have tighter connections with no layover in Dubai and I get there in one day so could leave the 14th and still have a day in Male.

And you could plan to arrive in Male without the extra day but we recommend the extra day to start getting acclimated to the time chg and allow for a cushion for your bags.

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Posted 19 November 2013 - 10:46 AM

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Posted 19 November 2013 - 01:07 PM

WW - Do you have your flight info yet? I'm considering this but am dragging my feet at the travel time. Maybe I can coordinate some or all of my flights with yours?
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Posted 19 November 2013 - 02:45 PM

Traci I would love to fly with you...or anyone else who wants to....and I can try to be fairly flexible as well.

I have not booked my flights. I have a couple of serious options:

1. Overnight in Dubai which means we leave the 13th and we take longer to get there (an overnight in dubai could be fun)

2. JUST overnight in Male and fly the rest of the way there via JFK via Emerates or route via DFW (that could work for you) If we route via JFK its one day travel but if we route via DFW its 2 day travel.

Here is the CHEAPEST option I was looking at (the return could skip the overnight in Dubai for only a few bucks more and I can skip the overnite in Dubai going there as well as returning but its quite a bit more and several connections are a bit tight.

OPTION #1 $1409 Cheapest with overnite in Dubai coming and going. (Shows me leaving the 24th but I can leave the 23rd or stay an extra day in Male)

Thu, Mar 13
Select this departure Total time: 47hr 25min
Depart
6:30 AM
Greenville, SC , United States
Greenville-Spartanburg (GSP)
Stop 1
8:15 AM
Dallas, TX , United States
Dallas-Fort Worth Airport (DFW) Terminal B

Change of airlines. Time between flights: 4hr 20min
Flight 2738 Operated by AMERICAN EAGLE AIRLINES
American Airlines 2738
Economy Embraer RJ145
On-time performance: 97%
859 mi 2hr 45min

Depart
12:35 PM
Dallas, TX , United States
Dallas-Fort Worth Airport (DFW) Terminal D
Stop 2
12:20 PM
Dubai , United Arab Emirates
Dubai International Airport (DXB) Terminal 3

Change of planes. Time between flights: 21hr 15min
Emirates 222
Economy Boeing 777
8,024 mi 14hr 45min

Depart
9:35 AM
Dubai , United Arab Emirates
Dubai International Airport (DXB) Terminal 3
Arrive
2:55 PM
Male , Maldives
Male International Airport (MLE)
Emirates 652
Economy Boeing 777
1,888 mi 4hr 20min
This flight arrives two (2) days later on March 16ht

Mon, Mar 24
Select this return Total time: 40hr 0min
Depart
10:00 AM
Male , Maldives
Male International Airport (MLE)
Stop 1
1:10 PM
Dubai , United Arab Emirates
Dubai International Airport (DXB) Terminal 3

Change of planes. Time between flights: 13hr 35min
Emirates 659
Economy Boeing 777
1,888 mi 4hr 10min
Seat map
Depart
2:45 AM
Dubai , United Arab Emirates
Dubai International Airport (DXB) Terminal 3
Stop 2
9:45 AM
Dallas, TX , United States
Dallas-Fort Worth Airport (DFW) Terminal D

Change of airlines. Time between flights: 4hr 0min
Emirates 221
Economy Boeing 777
8,024 mi 16hr 0min
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Depart
1:45 PM
Dallas, TX , United States
Dallas-Fort Worth Airport (DFW) Terminal B
Arrive
5:00 PM
Greenville, SC , United States
Greenville-Spartanburg (GSP)
Flight 3724 Operated by AMERICAN EAGLE AIRLINES
American Airlines 3724
Economy Embraer RJ145
859 mi 2hr 15min
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This is an overnight flight, which will arrive one (1) day later.

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Posted 19 November 2013 - 03:37 PM

JFK option is actually cheaper for me by quite a bit. It's cheaper to fly from PHX to JFK than DFW - go figure.... How does it look for you? Is it quite a bit more expensive thru JFK for you? JFK - MLE = $1332

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DepartFri, Mar 14JFK to MLE – 1 stop18h 35m
  • This flight leaves on Friday (Mar 14) and arrives on Saturday (Mar 15).
Posted Image Emirates – Flight 20412h 30m

Take-offFri 11:20aJFK New York, NY
LandingSat 7:50aDXB Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Airbus A380-800 (Wide-body Jet) | 12h 30m | 9+ seats remain

Change planesDXB Dubai, United Arab Emirates1h 45m
Posted Image Emirates – Flight 6524h 20m
Take-offSat 9:35aDXB Dubai, United Arab Emirates
LandingSat 2:55pMLE Male, Maldives
Boeing 777-300 (Wide-body Jet) | 4h 20m | 9+ seats remain

ReturnSun, Mar 23MLE to JFK – 2 stops30h 55m
  • This flight leaves on Sunday (Mar 23) and arrives on Monday (Mar 24).
Posted Image Emirates – Flight 6521h 30m

Take-off Sun 4:20pMLE Male, Maldives
Landing Sun 6:20pCMB Colombo, Sri Lanka
Boeing 777-200 (Wide-body Jet) | 1h 30m | 9+ seats remain

Change planesCMB Colombo, Sri Lanka8h 35m

Posted Image Emirates – Flight 3494h 30m
Take-offMon 2:55aCMB Colombo, Sri Lanka
LandingMon 5:55aDXB Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Boeing 777-300ER (Wide-body Jet) | 4h 30m | 9+ seats remain

Change planesDXB Dubai, United Arab Emirates2h 35m

Posted Image Emirates – Flight 20113h 45m
Take-offMon 8:30aDXB Dubai, United Arab Emirates
LandingMon 2:15pJFK New York, NY
Airbus A380-800 (Wide-body Jet) | 13h 45m | 9+ seats remain

Edited by Sqbagal, 19 November 2013 - 03:41 PM.

Instead of "SINGLE" as a marital status, I prefer "Independently Owned & Operated"

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Posted 19 November 2013 - 04:31 PM

Wrap it up! I'll take it. Will get booking info submitted asap. Might as well. It'll be a lower stateroom, d/o.

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Posted 19 November 2013 - 04:38 PM

+1, I'm working on airfare right now

Wrap it up! I'll take it. Will get booking info submitted asap. Might as well. It'll be a lower stateroom, d/o.

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Posted 19 November 2013 - 04:44 PM

Confirmed Flight Info

Departing
Flt 204
Fri 14 March 11:20 JFK
Sat 15March 07:50 Dubai

Connection 1Hr 45Min

Flt 652
Sat 15March 09:35 Dubai
Sat 15 March 14:55 Male

Return
Flt 653
Sun 23Mar 10:00 Male
Mon 24Mar 13:10 Dubai

Connection 20 hours

Flt 205
Mon 24Mar 9:05am
Mon 24Mar 19:00 JFK

Edited by jesterdiver, 06 January 2014 - 11:36 AM.



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