Discover Five Festive Holiday Destinations with Anantara

An unrivalled holiday experience lies waiting to be discovered in each of our mesmerising destinations. Cruise by night along Vietnam’s lantern-lit Thu Bon River. Frolic in the azure waters of the Indian Ocean. Or simply allow Anantara’s luxuriously festive occasions to sweep you off your feet. This year, reunite with the ones you love the most on a festive adventure that will take your breath away. 

Maldivian Moments 

Create life-long festive memories with family and friends at Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort, where our dedicated team will ensure that your every wish comes true. This year you can gift your loved ones not only with carefully wrapped gifts but also with exhilarating moments that they will remember for the rest of their lives. Embrace your inner child on the sparkling waters of this enchanting island playground and ride the waves with Tropicsurf, the resort’s very own surf centre.  
  
If a more intimate holiday season is calling your name, nothing spells romance like Anantara Veli Maldives Resort’s open-air cinema. Allow yourself to be whisked away by an unforgettable programme of indulgent culinary quests, captivating entertainment and soothing wellness treatments in the blissful spa. 
  
A sense of home resides in the serene seclusion of Naladhu Private Island Maldives. From slow sunrise-tinted mornings on the shores of sapphire seas to exciting afternoons frolicking in the untouched underwater paradise, our home from home provides endless opportunity for fantastic holiday fun.   

Mauritius, Naturally

Give in to your wanderlust and embark on an unrivalled journey this New Year. Anantara Iko Mauritius Resort & Villas lies on the sun-drenched sands of La Chaland beach. Stretching inwards from the coast, a web of hiking trails weave beneath the dappled canopy of La Vallee de Ferney Nature Reserve. Follow in the wake of our trekking guide and listen to the orchestra of the forest. 
  
If you crave days packed with adventure, we offer a choice destination from where your every moment can be easily filled with pulse-racing activities. Take to the road on a speedy quad, glide over the rainforest on a zip wire or delve into the depths of the ocean with a scuba diving lesson. 
  
For those in search of a calmer adventure, the time-honoured traditions of Mauritius Hammam Spa Rituals are sure to invigorate and restore even the weariest traveller. 

Majestic Mozambique

Where better to retreat from the day-to-day hustle and bustle than to a tropical African island paradise. Truly indulge this Christmas and allow Anantara to transport you luxuriously through the holidays with a programme which makes the best of every moment. Open your eyes and find equilibrium each morning with a festive yoga flow for balance before the lavish buffet breakfast entices you from the dining room. 
  
As the sun beams through the window of your beach villa the crystalline hues of the ocean beckon you to join a remarkable adventure at one of the world’s premier snorkelling and diving destinations. Explore the protected megafauna of Bazaruto Marine National Park before cruising over tranquil oceans to Pansy Island for a day of family fun. Whether it is water sports, paragliding, sunbathing or sampling a delicious Mozambican barbeque picnic that tickles your fancy, Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort offers a gateway to an unforgettable festive season for all the family. 

Immerse in Emirati Splendour 

The holiday season holds a different meaning for each and every one of us. With this in mind, Anantara offers three distinct destinations on the magical island of Sir Bani Yas. The grandeur of an iconic fortress-style hotel holds the key to a wealth of Emirati splendour. On the expansive plains of the savannah, Anantara Al Sahel villas nestle into grasslands rich with free-roaming wildlife. Meanwhile, on the sparkling shores of the dazzling Arabian Gulf the barasti-style villas of Anantara Al Yamm offer mesmerising views of the far-reaching horizon. 
  
In Abu Dhabi, Anantara Eastern Mangroves Hotel brings the very best to their guests this holiday season. Young and old are invited to adorn the Christmas tree with baubles and gifts. And as the evening draws in, the holidays will officially kick off in style as the countless coloured lights awaken on the Christmas tree.  

Seasonal Celebrations in Vietnam

With the New Year comes an opportunity for myriad new experiences. Journey into novel surroundings this holiday season and revel in the seasonal charms that Anantara Hoi An Resort will provide. Brunch in lush gardens on the bank of the Thu Bon River by day, then let the evening sweep you into another world on a festive cruise. Epicurean delights lie in store as the table is laid for extravagant gala dinners accompanied by enticing entertainment and festive cheer. Later, wander amid the lanterns of this magical heritage town. 
  
If you envision your dream festive escape by the sea, you can collect unforgettable moments  on the beachfront at Anantara Quy Nhon Villas. Indulge in mouth-watering culinary escapades with festive-style afternoon teas, and make sure the little ones keep their eyes on the skies on Christmas Eve as a special guest might just appear to deliver fun, games and Christmas cheer. And as 2022 draws to a close, luxuriate with a glass of mulled wine under the stars and join in with our special countdown to ring in a fresh year.