Immerse in the enchantment of the season with memorable experiences in the heart of nature
Dubai, UAE– – – This holiday season, Hilton Maldives Amingiri Resort & Spa welcomes GCC guests to celebrate with a festive program inspired by the beauty of nature. Themed “Nature’s Mystique”, the festivities commence on December 21 with carols and a Christmas tree lighting ceremony, followed by a cocktail reception. A short flight from the GCC region, the resort is easily accessible via a 20-minute premium speedboat from Velana International Airport.
On Christmas morning, Santa Claus arrives on the island to delight guests with gifts and joy, and on December 31, a vibrant New Year’s Eve gala dinner will take place beneath the glittering Maldivian skies. The evening will feature a bountiful festive buffet, live entertainment, and a captivating fireworks display to ring in the New Year in style.
Fun for All Ages
Little holidaymakers ages 4 to 12 years can dive into a world of excitement at Krakengiri Kids’ Club, one of the largest in the Maldives.
Budding artists can express their creativity with pottery workshops, sundown art competitions on the beach and jewelry making. Junior chefs can whip up pizza, gingerbread houses, and decorate holiday cupcakes. For a touch of cultural immersion, children can learn Dhivehi, or try their hand at Maldivian origami and T-shirt painting. Outdoor adventures await with pirate-themed cruises and island treasure hunts. After-hours entertainment includes evening pajama parties and a seaside fashion show.
Teenagers can engage in a variety of organized activities tailored to their interests, from zero-proof mixology classes to fun tubing and kayak competitions. They can compete in football matches, water polo, and the Beat the Pro badminton challenge, or participate in TRX training and high- intensity teen Tabata workouts.
Families can bond over milkshake workshops and movies under the stars, or take part in Frisbee matches, beach volleyball, and table tennis tournaments. A versatile multi-purpose court hosts outdoor workouts, tennis clinics, and pickleball sessions, while padel tennis enthusiasts can enjoy the brand-new padel court. For the more adventurous, there is the shared exhilaration of guided Snorkie Talkie tours led by the resident marine biologist, parasailing, and Jet Ski excursions to nearby sandbanks. Additional excursions include night fishing trips, dolphin quests, and sunset cruises with Santa Claus.
Nourishing Experiences to Savor
GCC holidaymakers can experience the magic of the holiday season with a series of delightful events to tantalize the senses. Sip Tea Lounge features sumptuous Christmas high teas and Art of Tea blending workshops. Beach Shack invites guests to enjoy seaside buffets with themes like Seafood Market and Street Food of the World. Aura Pool Bar promises entertaining pool parties, DJ Nights, and an exciting Bartender Competition. The Cocktail Lab, the first of its kind in the Maldives, offers an array of festive activities including Christmas-themed mixology masterclasses and cocktail pairings. Diners can pick up new skills at a kombucha workshop, or delight in a five-course omakase dinner.
The overwater specialty restaurant Origin presents a classic Christmas menu, while Eden Champagne & Gin Bar next door offers rum and chocolate pairings and Negroni flights. Habitat features themed buffets, showcasing diverse and delectable cuisines. Champagne tastings, curated wine dinners and the much-anticipated Chef’s Table themed “The Five Elements of Nature” enhance the holiday experience with unique and memorable culinary adventures.
Revitalizing Journeys at Amingiri Spa & Hammam
Spa enthusiasts can explore a range of nature-inspired treatments designed to renew and restore the spirit:
- Woodland Wonder: An herbal massage followed by a forest-scented steam bath.
- Ocean’s Embrace: A spirulina body wrap and salt stone therapy harness the sea’s healing
- Island Bliss: A luxurious hammam bath ritual and foamy massage, complemented by eucalyptus-scented steam
Regularly scheduled wellness activities are crafted to nurture well-being. Guests can participate in laughter and water yoga, sound healing baths, silent walk and soak sessions on the beach, and evening tea meditation ceremonies led by the resident yoga practitioner.
An extensive Sleep Wellness menu is designed to ease the mind and body into a state of deep and rejuvenating slumber. Options include a calming signature massage on the spa’s Skye deck; an evening hammam ritual in the modern hammam room; or an in-villa session incorporating guided meditation, yoga and breathwork.
The spa also welcomes back international holistic healer Coco Maruno from December 15. Coco specializes in life-transforming energy healing sessions, including Tibetan sound healing therapy, reiki and kundalini yoga.
