Another year another festive season. Question is, how are you planning on celebrating this holly jolly season? Whether you plan on going to the mountains, spending time in the city, or heading to the beach, we know you’ll have a grand ol’ time. But just in case you can’t seem to make up your mind, why not go for a Christmas in Maldives?
To help you along, we’ve put together a list of top resorts in the dreamy Maldivian islands where you can celebrate the holidays in style. From Christmas tree lighting ceremonies, and lavish buffets to live performances and fun activities with the kids, browse through some of the best festive offerings across the plushest Maldivian resorts that will leave you spoilt for choice.
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Christmas in Maldives – 6 Resorts Worth Considering
JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa
Leaving the hustle and bustle of the city life behind, JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa welcomes all guests for a magical experience in the middle of the Indian Ocean with a 20-day festive event. With an array of family-friendly activities including movie nights with popcorn and hot chocolate, decorating a gingerbread house, creative art sessions, and a surprise visit to Santa’s house, kids will have their hand-full all through the festive period.
Additionally, with a curated and indulgent Christmas Eve Gala dinner on 24 December, guests can feast on a wide selection of the finest cold cuts to salads packed with freshness, Indian tikkas and curries to Arabic chicken shawarmas, dimsums bringing in a flavor of Asia, a barbecue station, a variety of desserts and much more, including traditional stuffed Turkey.
To end the year on a high note, the resort will also host the ultimate celebration with a special Moulin Rouge Gala Dinner. Experience a night of romance, glitz, frills, and intense emotions as you spend an unforgettable New Year’s Eve with a scrumptious gastronomic dinner and a timeless, outstanding program.
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W Maldives
Embark on a Christmas in Maldives voyage that is fueled with fabulous over-the-top festive feasts and parties with the extra frills for the big days – Christmas and New Year’s. With a mission to drive guests’ lust for life, W Maldives kicks off the festive season on 21st December with a fun-filled Carnival Parade culminating in a tree lighting ceremony. To keep your energy levels high, the resort will also be providing pass-around festive bites, refreshing beverages with slushy shots at FUEL spots.
A gastronomical journey awaits with an extensive selection of local nibbles, healthy greener foods, fresh Japanese seafood, for a Beach Style Christmas eve with live performances followed by the ultimate beach party with Santa himself on Christmas Day. As the year comes to end, spoil yourself with a celebration like no other; as W Maldives gears up with a vibrant and glowing carnival theme to captivate its guests. A Grand Rio Parade followed by a Mix & Mingle at overwater specialty restaurant – FISH, influenced by a W Maldives vibe with an in-house Music Curator, a live band, dance, and fire show performers. A continued New Year’s Day pool party promises to immerse its guests in bubbly beverages through the afternoon.
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Velaa Private Island
Starting 20th December, the extravaganza kicks off with Velaa’s 8th birthday celebrations. Legendary artist Pixie Lott will be on stage to ensure the merriment begins on a high note as guests enjoy a lavish cocktail party and gala dinner on the beach with breathtaking views across the Indian Ocean.
Throughout the festive season, children will be immersed in an Alice in Wonderland fantasy, while also being captivated by the opening of the grand Gingerbread House, a visit from Santa, and wonderful gifts for the young ones, creating a fun-filled atmosphere with festive joy and goodies for the whole family.
For Adults, Christmas Eve offers a magical gastronomical experience with canapés and cocktails combination at sunset where Avi Bar plays host to the flavors of the day before the evening’s gala dinner, where cuisines from across the globe and live music await.
To end the year, the world’s most exclusive private island invites its guests for a Cocktail Party on New Year’s Eve followed by a Gala Dinner, while being mesmerized with the performance ‘Melody Of Your Imagination’, a theatrical performance and celebrations that will captivate the audience. Ensuring an epic start to the New Year, guests can indulge in a decadent brunch and an evening of musical and culinary experience with international pop-up stations and a ‘Night at the Oscars’ performance by Maryana Holovko and the Noble Singers Band.
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Heritance Aarah
An all-inclusive luxury resort, Heritance Aarah, in the Maldives will bring on the holiday cheer starting with its Christmas Tree lighting ceremony alongside a complimentary glass of bubbly cocktail and the sweet voice of carolers on 21st December.
With a live Cuban band, fiery dance and LED shows, champagne by the pool, and pulsing music to keep you dancing all night, guests can enjoy a magical Christmas Eve Party on 24th December as well as New Year’s Eve festivities on 31st December.
Adaaran Select Hudhuran Fushi
Enjoy an exciting calendar of events at the Maldivian haven Adaaran Select Hudhuran Fushi as the season opens with a special red dress dinner on December 11. Guests can indulge in a lavish seafood and fusion buffet, a bottle of wine as well as some with smooth jazz music.
Traditional mulled wine, eggnog, Christmas cookies, and carols will be the order of the day at the magical tree lighting ceremony on December 12 before a Wild West-themed Christmas approaches this special island getaway. For the big festive days – Christmas and New Year, the resort will host gala dinners, sparkling brunches with special cocktail counters, making it an unforgettable feast.
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Adaaran Select Meedhupparu
Known for its premium all-inclusive offering, Adaaran Select Meedhupparu is an absolute paradise in the Maldives and an ideal resort for couples and families. Starting from 21st December, guests can witness a traditional tree lighting ceremony, cozy movie night with mulled wine and eggnog as well as join the melodious Christmas carolers as they weave in the true festive spirit.
Rock around the Christmas tree with DJ Shane as he spins some electric tunes and you pop the champagne toasting to a wonderful year gone by with the hope of a fabulous new year.
That said, if it’s not Christmas in Maldives, where are you planning on spending this jolly season? Beach, mountains, city, or it doesn’t matter as long as you are with your loved ones? Feel free to share in the comments.
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- Esther Lackie
- Aesthetics enthusiast, in love with running; marketing and PR pro during the day, an amateur chef and wine taster behind closed doors.
