Festive escapes to inspire your holiday season

We invite you to plan your perfect holiday season escape with a choice of three extraordinary Anantara resorts – each situated on its own private island surrounded by cerulean seas. Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort offers a fun-filled festive line-up for families with Christmas tree lighting, a visit from Santa and enchanting dining occasions. For those seeking a more serene escape, the adults-only Anantara Veli Maldives Resort is perfect for couples, while Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas offers easy access to the astounding natural beauty and marine life of the Baa Atoll.

Sun-drenched relaxation and seafaring adventures await on the white-sand atolls of the Maldives. Immerse in a quintessential Maldivian escape – imagine overwater lounging, underwater dining, and spectacular snorkelling and dining – elevated by a rich array of festive events and activities. Explore coral reefs teeming with marine life by day, dine and dance beneath the stars at night.

Few cities feel quite as festive as Amsterdam. Whether it’s the warm glow of Christmas lights reflected in the canals, bustling markets or the centuries-old architecture, the winter wonderland magic is never far away. Eminently walkable, this is a yuletide destination that invites slow exploration – a morning browsing world-famous museums and galleries, an afternoon drifting on a canal boat sipping mulled wine, followed by an evening of festive flavour in one of the city’s celebrated restaurants.

At the heart of it all stands Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam, one of Europe’s most storied addresses, occupying a magnificent 19th-century building on Dam Square. Steps from the Royal Palace and the National Monument, it offers an incomparable base from which to discover the city at its most enchanting. This festive season, the hotel invites you to indulge in a Christmas Wonderland escape, with daily breakfast at the magical Wintergarden, Christmas dinner at Grand Café Krasnapolsky and a host of seasonal indulgences.

From captivating cities to verdant jungle to palm-fringed beaches, Thailand offers a wealth of choice for inspirational holiday season escapes. Walk among elephants in their natural habitat in the Golden Triangle, followed by a boat trip on the mighty Mekong River. Explore the rich Lanna heritage of Chiang Mai or experience the vibrant energy of Bangkok. Further south, a choice of irresistible island destinations await, with luxurious yacht cruises, diving excursions and carefree days by the beach all part of the holiday season itinerary.

Renowned as a dazzling destination year-round, Dubai shines even brighter during Christmas and New Year. Stroll through enchanting waterfront Christmas markets to find gifts for loved ones, hit the snowy slopes at Ski Dubai, savour sumptuous festive feasts or take in the breath-taking views from the towering Burj Khalifa. And don’t miss the grand New Year’s Eve celebration, where the city’s iconic skyline comes alive with a breathtaking fireworks extravaganza.