Festive Program 2018 / 2019
Season s Greetings, and Welcome to Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu! We are delighted to host you and your loved ones this holiday season at our tropical getaway. Our team has planned every detail of your holiday within the beauty of our island and its peaceful surroundings, sharing with you a host of festive activities, unforgettable experiences, and gastronomic delights that are sure to make this holiday one of a kind. Let us spread warm cheer and joyous tidings against the backdrop of pristine waters, breathtaking sunsets, and lush greenery as you create wonderful memories with us to last you a lifetime. Thank you very much for spending this special time of the year with us. Happy Holidays! SIRAJ WASEEM GENERAL MANAGER
Friday, 21st December LAUNCH OF LOCAL VILLAGE OPENING DAY MALDIVIAN NIGHT Join us for the opening of our kids camp which will be filled with toys, art supplies, and board games to keep the little ones Wander through a traditional Maldivian home, right on the beaches of our resort. Watch as some local ladies prepare a few Maldivian delicacies for you to try. 6:30 PM BETWEEN WATERSPORTS BEACH AND BEACH Our chefs will be putting on a feast with traditional Maldivian dishes and locally-inspired flavours. 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM MALDIVIAN HISTORY AND CULTURE Learn more about the history and culture of our beautiful country through this interesting presentation. BODU BERU Join our Maldivian associates as they sing and dance to traditional Bodu Beru drums. 10:00 PM
Saturday, 22nd December Sunday, 23rd December 10:00 AM 6: 00 PM BEACH RELAY GAMES SIRAJ S CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVE SEAFOOD BBQ TURTLE TIME THE ART OF WINE We ll be playing some classic relay games on the beach, such as Egg and Spoon Race and Water Relay. Everyone over the age of 5 is welcome to join the fun. Enjoy some festive cocktails as you join our General Manager and his team to turn on the lights of their Christmas Tree, made on the island out of recycled materials. Dine under the stars at our special Festive Seafood BBQ on the beach. A live band will be performing as you enjoy perfectly grilled seafood. Our Veterinarian from the Olive Ridley Project invites all the kids to come meet our turtle patients at the rescue centre and learn turtle facts followed by some fun activities. Our guest sommelier will teach you all about the art of wine tasting, followed by a blind tasting competition between the guests. Join us for a drink and prepare to be merry this festive season! 6:45 PM 7:30 PM 3:00 PM MARINE TURTLE RESCUE CENTRE 6:45 PM $125++ PER PERSON RESERVATION IS REQUIRED. BUFFET DÎNATOIRE DIVE OCEAN NIGHT RAFFLE ASIAN TWIST RAFFLE BONFIRE AND LIVE DJ Come join us for this cocktail party-style buffet dinner, with delicately-prepared canapés, petit fours, and shooters. Learn about the underwater world with Dive Ocean, as they take you on an aquatic journey through this presentation. Raffle on Christmas Day. Feast on dishes from across Asia, with Japanese, Chinese, and South East Asian specialties on offer. Raffle on Christmas Day. Gather around a soothing bonfire and enjoy a few drinks as our resident DJ spins some tunes. BEACH
Monday, 24th December CHRISTMAS EVE BREAKFAST Start off the day with a decadent and festive breakfast. 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM CHRISTMAS CAROLS Sing-along with our associates as they don their Santa hats to serenade you with Christmas carols. UNDERWATER CHRISTMAS SANTA S WORKSHOP Explore our house reef on this snorkelling adventure. You never know what festive treasures might be hiding under the sea 8:30 AM MEET AT RECEPTION $85++ PER PERSON RESERVATION IS REQUIRED. Kids can have fun making their own creative Christmas cards for their friends and family. 3:00 PM CHRISTMAS EVE GALA DINNER We will be merrily preparing an extravagant spread to celebrate Christmas! Join us for a festive feast as our live band performs. SANTA S ARRIVAL OPENING GINGERBREAD HOUSE WELCOME DRINKS RAFFLE Santa s here, and he s got presents! Take photos with Santa near our Christmas Tree. 6:00 PM Marvel at our gingerbread house, lovingly prepared by our chefs and beautifully decorated with all sorts of sweet treats. 6:30 PM Enjoy some pre-dinner wines, cocktails, or mocktails before the gala dinner buffet. 6:45 PM Raffle on Christmas Day.
Tuesday, 25th December CHRISTMAS BREAKFAST Get into the festive spirit with a special hearty breakfast in our festively decorated restaurant. 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM Merry Christmas CHRISTMAS GIFT GIVING LUNCH CORNER FOR KIDS Gather around the Christmas Tree to find out what Santa has brought for you. 10:30 AM Our buffet lunch will have a special kids corner that is sure to delight the little ones. 12:30 PM 2:30 PM LIVE DJ Our resident DJ will be spinning the latest hits as you dance the night away. X MARKS THE SPOT BEACH VOLLEYBALL BELLO ITALIANO GRAND RAFFLE Come dig under the sand and see if you can find any buried treasure. If you are seeking some fun under the sun, join our associates for a friendly game of beach volleyball. 5:30 PM BEACH VOLLEYBALL COURT Discover the simple yet delectable flavours of Italian cuisine. All previous winners of the raffle will be entered into the Grand Raffle. Three lucky winners will be announced, and the last name to be drawn will win a special Grand Prize.
Wednesday, 26th December Thursday, 27th December COCONUT PAINTING COCKTAIL O CLOCK FESTIVE SEAFOOD BBQ MASTERCHEF COCO PALM SANDCASTLE BUILDING Turn a coconut into your canvas and get creative as you paint and decorate it however you like. 3:00 PM Learn how to shake up perfect cocktails during this mixology session. 7:00 PM $25++ PER PERSON RESERVATION IS REQUIRED Dine under the stars at our special Festive Seafood BBQ on the beach. A live band will be performing as you enjoy perfectly grilled seafood. $125++ PER PERSON RESERVATION IS REQUIRED. Compete against your fellow guests in this exciting cooking competition. Grab some hidden ingredients from the mystery box and race against the clock to finish your signature dish! 3:00 PM CORNUS GARDEN RESERVATION IS REQUIRED. Kids and grown-ups alike are invited to join us on the beach to build sandcastles. TASTE OF INDIA LIVE BAND RAFFLE SAVEURS DE FRANCE KARAOKE NIGHT RAFFLE Enjoy the finest delicacies India has to offer. Have a few drinks in our bar as you listen to some tunes performed by the live band. Raffle on New Year s Eve. Indulge in classic French gourmet and flavours from across France. Pick your favourite song and sing your heart out, or watch your fellow guests perform some hits. Raffle on New Year s Eve.
Friday, 28th December Saturday, 29th December MALDIVIAN GAMES DHIVEHI KAANAA BEACH SPORTS SUNSET FISHING COMPETITION THAKURUFAANU BEACH BBQ Let our Maldivian associates show you some of the traditional games that they used to play when they were little. Local ladies from nearby islands will show you how to whip up some classic Maldivian delicacies. 6:30 PM LOCAL VILLAGE DISPLAY (BETWEEN WATERSPORTS BEACH AND BEACH) We ll be playing some classic relay games on the beach, such as Musical Chairs, Sack Race, and Egg and Spoon Race. Everyone over the age of 5 is welcome to join the fun. Compete against your fellow guests to see who s a true fisherman and manages the greatest number of catches. 6:00 PM MEET AT RECEPTION $65++ PER PERSON RESERVATION IS REQUIRED This special beach BBQ is named after the Maldivian hero and it is a celebration of local food and culture. MALDIVIAN NIGHT BODU BERU RAFFLE DIVE OCEAN NIGHT ORIENTALE DINNER RAFFLE Our chefs will be putting on a feast with traditional Maldivian dishes and locally-inspired flavours. Join our Maldivian associates as they sing and dance to traditional Bodu Beru drums. Raffle on New Year s Eve. Learn about the underwater world with Dive Ocean, as they take you on an aquatic journey through this presentation. Savour a delectable feast of oriental delights. Raffle on New Year s Eve.
Sunday, 30th December JUNIOR MARINE BIOLOGISTS TUG OF WAR All the kids are invited to join our resident Marine Biologist to learn more about the wonders of the sea. 3:00 PM Team up with your fellow guests and compete against our associates in this game of Tug of War. 5:30 PM BEACH VOLLEYBALL COURT COCINA MEXICAN NIGHT MOVIE NIGHT BONFIRE AND LIVE MUSIC RAFFLE Try out some fresh Mexican flavours combined with favourites from the American South. Chill out in our bar with some drinks and snacks as you watch a movie on the big screen. Gather around a soothing bonfire and enjoy a few drinks as our live band plays some tunes. Raffle on New Year s Eve.
Monday, 31st December NEW YEAR S EVE GALA SWIMMING INTO 2019 KIDS CRAFTS Our chefs will be preparing a grand buffet to celebrate the end of the year. Indulge in this sumptuous culinary affair where an array of dishes with Western and Eastern influences will be on offer, complete with a dessert buffet! A truly delectable experience. 7.30PM 10.00PM Join our Marine Biologist for the last guided snorkelling session of the year. 8.30AM MEET AT RECEPTION $85 PER PERSON RESERVATION IS REQUIRED 10.00AM 6.00PM Get creative as you make fun photo frames out of recycled materials. Perfect for your holiday snaps! 3.00PM NEW YEAR S EVE PARTY FESTIVE COCKTAIL PARTY Enjoy a selection of wine, cocktails, and mocktails as you watch the sunset, before heading off for dinner. Watch your fellow guests strut their stuff in traditional Maldivian attire in the Coco Fashion Show. A local group of dancers will showcase Bandiyaa Jehun, a classic Maldivian dance. This will be followed by our associates showing off their hidden talents in the Talent Show. As midnight draws nearer, we ll conduct the Grand Raffle before we begin the Countdown to 2019 with our resident DJ. 6.45PM BEACH BAR 10.00PM
Happy Tuesday, 1st January 2019 FIRST SUNRISE YOGA Start off the year with a calming yoga session at sunrise, led by our resident yogi. FIRST SNORKELLING OF 2019 Kick off 2019 with a refreshing snorkelling session around our house reef. New 8:30 AM SPA RESERVATION IS REQUIRED. 8:30 AM MEET AT RECEPTION $85++ PER PERSON RESERVATION IS REQUIRED. Year! FESTIVE FOOTBALL LUNCH CORNER FOR KIDS Our associates are challenging all the kids on the island to a game of football! Pick a team and watch as these two sides battle it out. Our buffet lunch will have a special kids corner that is sure to delight the little ones. 12:30 PM 2:30 PM CHEF S FAVOURITES OLIVE RIDLEY PROJECT PRESENTATION LIVE DJ Enjoy a splendid feast featuring some of our Executive Chef s favourite dishes. Our Veterinarian from the Olive Ridley Project will be giving an interesting talk about the charity and its turtle rescue efforts. Our resident DJ will be spinning the latest hits for you to dance the night away.
Note: All prices are in United States Dollars (USD) and subject to 12% GST and 10% Service Charge. Experiences and/or activities may move location, be postponed or cancelled depending on the weather and/or sea conditions.
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