A Magical Festive Season Awaits at #Vakkaru #Maldives

Baa Atoll, Republic of Maldives, November 13th, 2023

With the holiday season approaching, Vakkaru Maldives is thrilled to announce an exciting array of events, exquisite dining experiences and holiday themed activities for guests to enjoy when visiting the resort this #festive #season. Located in the heart of Baa #Atoll on a secluded reef island with idyllic ocean views, powder soft white sand and unique marine biodiversity, the resort is an ideal destination for a holiday in the #sun.

From December 23rd, 2023, through January 2024 7th,, Vakkaru Maldives will host a series of programming available to guests of all ages, with activities carefully designed to make the most of the festive season including fun filled games, galas and live entertainment.

Island Noel: A Seaside Christmas Eve Celebration

This Christmas Eve, guests of Vakkaru Maldives can relish in a magical evening on the shoreline before Santa’s big arrival. The celebration starts with an island style cocktail party on Isoletta beach followed by a lavish gala dinner surrounded by the waves on Vakku Beach, with heartwarming carols and live entertainment by a saxophonist duo, a four piece band, fire dancer, DJ and more.

Santa’s Arrival: Christmas at Vakkaru

On 25 December, Santa will make a stylish arrival in paradise, bearing gifts for all the little islanders. Guests will meet Santa and the elves in the morning on Isoletta Beach, followed by exciting games, prizes and giveaways under the tropical sun. Later in the day, all #tennis enthusiasts are invited to compete to become Vakkaru’s tennis star of the year in the #Christmas Tennis Tournament hosted by the resort’s Resident Tennis Coach.

The Golden Eye Gala: A Bond style New Year’s Eve Soiree

The resort will welcome 2024 with a James Bond inspired celebration, The Goldeneye Gala, that promises to bring the timeless allure of 007 and its undeniable glamour. The celebration starts with a cocktail party at Isoletta Beach, followed by a Gala Dinner at Vakku Beach, and a midnight “Skyfall” of fireworks. The glamorous soiree will feature gourmet delicacies from around the world, an electrifying live band, and mesmerizing moves from fire and LED dancer, #DJ and more.

Orthodox Christmas Eve: Gala Dinner

On the evening of 6 January 2024, guests can experience an enchanting Orthodox Christmas Eve at Vakkaru Maldives with a sumptuous buffet spread and live stations, set against the backdrop of a magical beachfront. Throughout the night, guests can enjoy live entertainment by resident performers.

Other holiday themed offerings available to hotel guests include wreath making, coconut painting, wooden snowman crafting, Christmas card painting, and Santa sand art. Throughout the festive period, travelers will also have the opportunity to engage in various activities including #wellness workshops, evening yoga, eco friendly arts and crafts, treasure hunts, family style beach Olympics, padel tennis tournament and more.

Beyond the holiday festivities, the resort also provides engaging experiences suitable for all age groups, including daily programs at Parrotfish Club and Coconut Club for young guests, tailored spa journeys at Merana #Spa, invigorating sports at two flood lit tennis courts and a padel tennis court, as well as exhilarating immersive excursions and watersports by Splash. For those seeking world class wine experiences, the resort is home to one of the few hand picked wine cellars in the Maldives, Vakkaru Reserve. The cellar features a collection worth 700,000 US dollars extending to 680 labels from the Old and New World.

For further information on the line up of holiday activities and events or Vakkaru Maldives, check the e brochure or visit here.

About Vakkaru Maldives

Located in Baa Atoll, a #UNESCO #Biosphere Reserve renowned for its spectacular sea life, Vakkaru Maldives is a timeless sanctuary recently named the Indian Ocean’s Leading Resort in the World Travel Awards. An awe inspiring 30 minute seaplane ride from Velana International Airport takes you to this secluded #reef #island, shaded by coconut palms and blessed with calming ocean views and powder soft white sand beaches. Here 113 beautifully appointed Overwater and Beach Villas are elegantly designed to respect their surroundings, while exceptional dining experiences and amenities await in six restaurants, two bars and a wine cellar. Among our industry leading offerings is overwater Merana Spa, complete with an #Ayurvedapractice and a regular host to residencies by the world’s most inspiring wellness practitioners. Children and teens are generously catered for in the Parrotfish Club and Coconut Club respectively, while guests of all ages can play against world famous pros through a best in class coaching partnership with Tipsarevic Luxury Tennis or play each other on the padel tennis court. Splash offers a host of thrilling water sports, ocean excursions, private luxury yachts as well as coral adoption programs.