February 10, 2025
Maldives Dream Vacation: Booking, Business Class & Insider Tips
Episode Description
In this episode, I’m sharing all the details of how I booked an unforgettable family vacation to the Maldives almost entirely on points. It may seem out of reach, but with some strategic travel hacking, you can turn that dream into a reality.
From finding award availability to navigating the unique transportation logistics of getting to and from the Maldives, I walk you through everything that went into planning this ambitious trip. I also share my honest review of the flights we took, what it was like staying at the luxurious Park Hyatt Maldives, and how I kept food costs under control at the resort.
If the Maldives is on your travel wish list, you won’t want to miss this jam-packed episode. With the right combination of points, creativity, and planning, you too can experience the unparalleled beauty of this island paradise.
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What You’ll Learn from this Episode
- How to find business class award availability for four to the Maldives.
- The differences between Hyatt’s two Maldivian properties and how to choose between them.
- What costs to expect when staying at a resort in the Maldives (and how to minimize them).
- A full review of Lufthansa business class vs. Condor business class.
- Why the Lufthansa First Class Terminal is an unparalleled pre-flight experience.
- How to keep kids entertained at a resort like the Park Hyatt Maldives.
- Essential logistics to be aware of when traveling to and from the Maldives.
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- Alila Maldives Rangali Island
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Point Me to First Class is the show for professionals and business owners with higher-than-average personal or business expenses, who want to learn to leverage these expenses into credit card points they can spend on travel.
Each week, I share valuable tips, tools, and strategies to help you uplevel your skills earning and redeeming credit card points, so you can expand your travel and expand your experiences.
