Meeru Island Resort Forum Index » Trip Reports from anywhere else in the world! » next best thing to Meeru? Goto page 1, 2, 3  Next    View previous topic :: View next topic  next best thing to Meeru?   Posted: Wed Jan 20, 2010 1:05 am bigbroondug Joined: 29 Jun 2009 Posts: 63 As prices for Meeru are so expensive at the moment does anyone have a cheaper alternative? We are both totally beach people and not into any kind of sight seeing or city hols. bad but true Things we loved the most about Meeru(cause everything was great!) 1 the warm clean, clear sea and the soft sand 2 the weather 3 the choice of quality food 4 the spa(not a must) 5 we could go AI 6 water sports centre 7 The fact we could be lying on the beach and not see anyone around for ages was such a big bonus and added to the whole island feel. Bars and nightlife is not at all important to us as we dont drink and would rather get up early and make the most of the day. The golf,tennis,gym on Meeru was nice to have the option but again not a requirement. All advice appreciated   Posted: Wed Jan 20, 2010 11:32 pm maggie Joined: 28 Sep 2005 Posts: 4823 Location: northwest uk if you want to go back to the Maldives what about a smaller less starred island ...........like eryaido (sp)? there are some smaller less starred islands out in the maldives or plum for somewhere NOT in the Maldives Egypt.........Thailand..........Phuket.etc etc hope you find what you are looking for maggie _________________ [url=http://www.TickerFactory.com/] [/url] bear with me as I am blonde,and am awaiting next vacation [/url]   Posted: Thu Jan 21, 2010 2:41 am bigbroondug Joined: 29 Jun 2009 Posts: 63 Hi Maggie Have you been to any of the less starred islands?   Posted: Thu Jan 21, 2010 10:47 am maggie Joined: 28 Sep 2005 Posts: 4823 Location: northwest uk bigbroondug wrote: Hi Maggie Have you been to any of the less starred islands? being honest NO we have been to Sun island and that was beautiful.............but it didn't have the nio shoes no news sand floors that we like we ourselves.probably now won't be able to return to meeru with the prices as they are and so will probably look to other less starred islands if needs be at the end of the day ALL of the islands are Paradise islands as the Maldives is a beautiful country all the best on your search let us know how you get on maggie _________________ [url=http://www.TickerFactory.com/] [/url] bear with me as I am blonde,and am awaiting next vacation [/url] Re: next best thing to Meeru?   Posted: Thu Jan 21, 2010 1:31 pm Ganymede Joined: 31 Jan 2009 Posts: 262 bigbroondug wrote: As prices for Meeru are so expensive at the moment does anyone have a cheaper alternative? We are both totally beach people and not into any kind of sight seeing or city hols. bad but true Things we loved the most about Meeru(cause everything was great!) 1 the warm clean, clear sea and the soft sand 2 the weather 3 the choice of quality food 4 the spa(not a must) 5 we could go AI 6 water sports centre 7 The fact we could be lying on the beach and not see anyone around for ages was such a big bonus and added to the whole island feel. Bars and nightlife is not at all important to us as we dont drink and would rather get up early and make the most of the day. The golf,tennis,gym on Meeru was nice to have the option but again not a requirement. All advice appreciated What's your budget? _________________ [url=http://www.TickerFactory.com/] [/url]   Posted: Mon Jan 25, 2010 9:19 am bigbroondug Joined: 29 Jun 2009 Posts: 63 under £4000 would be good   Posted: Mon Jan 25, 2010 4:21 pm Chas & Maxi Joined: 11 Dec 2005 Posts: 407 Location: Greenford, Middx. The only way to do this is to book last minute. You can pick up bargains flying last minute or when certain travel companies have offers or sales. Like Maggie, I would love to return to Meeru, but sadly can no longer afford the extortionate prices (especially as I have kids who can only travel during school holidays). Alternatively, I can also suggest Goa, Egypt & Phuket .... I have been to all 3 especially for the diving for the later 2. Egypt ..... try Taba (staying at either the Hyatt Regency or the Intercontinental). Both are superb 5* hotels .... lovely beach, snorkelling, gardens & weather. Goa ..... it's no where as clean as the Maldives, but it's lovely if you love curry. There some beautiful beaches a 30 minute taxi ride away. Phuket .... try the Cape Panwa. Recently went there & it was lovely. PM if you need more information. _________________ Chas & Maxi www.djchassummers.com [url=http://www.TickerFactory.com/] [/url]   Posted: Tue Jan 26, 2010 9:41 am Mark Jones Joined: 14 Jun 2005 Posts: 3408 Can't go wrong with Thailand, we have stayed in Phuket and Hua-Hin and both places were fantastic. _________________ www.roxytheblacklabrador.co.uk "If you lend someone £20 and you never see them again, it was probably worth it"   Posted: Fri Jan 29, 2010 5:20 pm sid407 Joined: 17 Oct 2009 Posts: 79 Location: Doncaster Hi,,, we (my wife and i) went to a little known Island called Aruba. We booked with First choice and enjoyed a brillant holiday in the carribean. The Island is out of the hurricane belt, so you can go whatever time of year and the average temp is 30*.... There is a great water sports centre there were we passed our open water diving course.... The Island is completley different to other caribean islands in that you feel 100% safe no street traders etc... The cost for this was £3000 however we upgraded our seats and it cost another £400..... The flight time is approx 10hrs and are 5hrs behind gmt..... a fantastic place,,,, If my friend wasnt having his wedding blessed on Meeru i ould have been going back there this year... _________________ [url=http://www.TickerFactory.com/] [/url]   Posted: Fri Jan 29, 2010 7:07 pm Jeanette Joined: 16 Nov 2008 Posts: 471 Location: South Yorkshire I totally agree with sid407 about Aruba We went several years ago and had a great holiday. The hotel we stayed in was right on the beach and was one of the best AI's we have been in. Saying that, all the islands in the Caribbean we have visited have been great _________________   Posted: Wed Feb 24, 2010 8:32 am Travel girl Joined: 23 Feb 2010 Posts: 3 If you're beach people Aruba is your island! Their beach is voted one of the top 10 beaches in the world. We stayed in Bucuti (adult only hotel). Bucuti is right on the beach, where the beach is at its widest. The breakfast was very nice, you can choose to have it indoor or at the beach. There's a pizza shop right behind the hotel that is very popular for their food, and they serve great cheap drinks and you can buy a bucket full of Corona beer. When you're on the beach you can stick your red flag in the sand, and the waiter will come and take your order. Recommended!   Posted: Wed Feb 24, 2010 11:20 pm 1983_Sarah Joined: 17 May 2009 Posts: 764 Location: Southampton We booked Meeru last June 6wks in advance - we paid 1850 for a week AI in a BV, with Emirates flights, I know it was only a week, but it was only about 800 more for 2, we just didn't have 2wks booked at that point! Last minute you can get late deals, we always book late and have had some fab holidays doing that If you are not too fussy about what you want (exact resort/etc) it can really work in your favour _________________   Posted: Mon Mar 08, 2010 7:54 pm Billy Joined: 23 Jan 2009 Posts: 751 1983_Sarah wrote: We booked Meeru last June 6wks in advance - we paid 1850 for a week AI in a BV, with Emirates flights, I know it was only a week, but it was only about 800 more for 2, we just didn't have 2wks booked at that point! Last minute you can get late deals, we always book late and have had some fab holidays doing that If you are not too fussy about what you want (exact resort/etc) it can really work in your favour Yep, did this for the last two holidays to the Maldives. The more flexible you are the more choice.   Posted: Tue Mar 09, 2010 6:56 pm ivorfatarse Joined: 12 Oct 2006 Posts: 570 We have gone for langkawi this year the hotel is called casa del mar sounds fantastic just waiting for mark to get back so he can tell us all about it, have a look on TA gets a big thumbs up!!! _________________ url=http://www.TickerFactory.com/] [/url] My name is not earl   Posted: Sat Mar 13, 2010 4:51 pm bigbroondug Joined: 29 Jun 2009 Posts: 63 Langkawi looks lovely. Mark was kind enough to send me some info on it. Looking forward to hearing how he got on Thank you everyone for your suggestions. Great forum with great members! next best thing to Meeru?     Meeru Island Resort Forum Index » Trip Reports from anywhere else in the world! You cannot post new topics in this forum You cannot reply to topics in this forum You cannot edit your posts in this forum You cannot delete your posts in this forum You cannot vote in polls in this forum All times are GMT + 1 Hour   Page 1 of 3   Goto page 1, 2, 3  Next All Posts1 Day7 Days2 Weeks1 Month3 Months6 Months1 Year Oldest FirstNewest First  Select a forum Meeru Island Resort----------------AnnouncementsGeneral Meeru DiscussionTrip ReportsTrip Reports from anywhere else in the world!Diving and SnorkellingPhotographyFAQLinksSay Hello!"The Lounge"   Powered by phpBB© 2001-2004 phpBB Group Designed by Vjacheslav Trushkin