IN A MALDIVIAN PARADISE
WARM HOLIDAY WISHES. Welcome to the Maldives there s no better place to spend the festive season than our beautiful lagoon. This year we offer a holiday programme that will delight guests of all ages, with fun activities for families and endless opportunities for couples to celebrate romance. No matter where you re staying, you can get into the festive spirit with our NYE themes: Anantara Dhigu will take inspiration from Alice in Wonderland, Anantara Veli will feature a masquerade theme, and Naladhu Private Island Maldives celebrates the New Year with a Caviar & Pearls motif. From all our team members, we wish you all the best for the holiday season. Coetzer Deysel Cluster General Manager Anantara Dhigu Resort, Anantara Veli Resort and Naladhu Private Island Maldives
CHILDREN S ACTIVITIES AT ANANTARA DHIGU RESORT THE LITTLE ONES There are countless surprises for our young VIPs this season, with daily special activities in the lead up to Christmas Day. Young adventurers between ages 3 and 11 can head to Dhoni Kid s Club to join little Hermie and his friends for fun and games. To find out exactly what we have in store for littlies, just stop by Dhoni Kid s Club for a full programme of activities and more details. Thursday 6 December SAINT NICHOLAS DAY Ready for a little Christmas magic? Take part in this German tradition by leaving a shoe outside your door overnight. In the morning, you may just find it filled with goodies delivered by Saint Nicholas. You might also discover stockings full of treats waiting for you at your villa when you return at the end of the day. BABYSITTING Enjoy some couples time these holidays. To book a babysitter just call 0 at least 24 hours before your date. To find out more about our babysitting services, contact Dhoni Kid s Club. Monday 24 - Tuesday 25 December LITTLE ELVES FESTIVE BUFFET Little elves won t believe their eyes. A scrumptious festive buffet breakfast awaits them on the 24th and 25th of December. Pancakes, waffles, pastries, colourful tropical fruits and more the perfect holiday spread for kids. Saturday 22 December FULL MOON FESTIVE PARTY Get into the festive spirit as you dance under the moonlight at Gulhifushi. This unforgettable evening features a set by our in-house DJ DJ Betto a magical experience under brilliant constellations. Time: 8.00 pm 12.00 am Price: USD 100++ per person, including free flow of Champagne Sunday 23 December TREE-LIGHTING CEREMONY Our resorts take on extra luminosity at this time of year as we light up our over- and underwater Christmas trees. Carol singing and seasonal refreshments with a Maldivian twist enhance the festive mood. DHIGU at 5.30 pm VELI at 6:30 pm NALADHU at 7.15 pm
Monday 24 December CHRISTMAS S EVE POOL PARTY Celebrate Christmas with a big splash at Anantara this year. Dance to the beats of in-house DJ Betto and join in exciting competitions including the Giant Swan Race and Water Balloon War. SEASONAL ACTIVITIES AT OUR RESORTS Time: 11.00 am 1.30 pm Price: Free of charge Venue: Aqua Pool CHRISTMAS EVE AT FUSHI CAFÉ All your favourite festive dishes served by the beach under the stars. This lavish buffet features tender roast turkey with all the trimmings, flame-grilled fresh seafood and succulent cuts of meat. Indulge with made-to-order specials from our live cooking stations, and top off the night with some traditional Christmas desserts. Price: USD 145++ per person, included for guests on Half Board and Full Board meal plans Venue: Fushi Café on Dhigu Island Tuesday 25 December CHRISTMAS DAY BBQ Celebrate the day with a delicious BBQ lunch. This Christmas Mini-Buffet on the beach features all your favourite BBQ dishes everything from steak grilled your way to fresh, succulent seafood. Time: 12.00 pm 4.00 pm Price: USD 75 ++ per person, included in Full Board meal plan Venue: Aqua Bar on Dhigu Island CHRISTMAS DINNER AT 73 DEGREES A Christmas feast to remember. Prepared by Chef Mo, this spectacular dining experience features traditional festive favourites alongside expertly prepared Maldivian specialties. Enjoy succulent roast turkey, or sample our selection of daily fresh catches. Our selection of fresh local fish, with chefs serving up dishes to order, followed by a tantalising array of homemade desserts. Price: USD 145++ per person, included in Half Board and Full Board meal plans Venue: 73 Degrees on Veli Island
Wednesday 26 December MICHELIN STAR REVISITED A handcrafted five-course culinary journey complete with wine pairing. Live music by our saxophonist for that added touch of magic. Indulge in style in a spectacular setting at The Living Room. Price: USD 195++ per person, includes five course set menu paired with wines USD 155++ supplement applies for guests on Half Board and Full Board meal plans Thursday 27 December TASTE OF SIAM Spice up your evening with Thai cuisine. A contemporary journey through the flavours of Thailand, reinterpreting classic dishes in exciting ways. A dining experience not to be missed. Price: USD 145++ per person, included for guests on Half Board and Full Board meal plans Venue: 73 Degrees on Veli Island Friday 28 December LOBSTER DINNER AT AQUA BEACH An indulgent evening showcasing the finest lobster to be found in the Indian Ocean. This exclusive event includes a four-course set menu with wine pairing with lobster the hero ingredient of every course A must for seafood lovers. Time: 6.00 pm 10.00 pm Price: USD 175++ per person, including glass of Champagne USD 135++ supplement applies for guests on Half Board and Full Board meal plans Venue: Aqua Beach on Dhigu Island CHASE A SANTA FESTIVE FUN RUN Burn off those festive season calories by chasing the in-house Santa around Dhigu Island. The whole family can join in this fun run with exciting prices to win. Registration Time: 4.00 pm Warm Up: 4.30 pm Race Start: 5.00 pm Price: Free of Charge Saturday 29 December Venue: Aqua Bar FOOD & WINE FUN FAIR This festive food and wine fair at Anantara Veli Resort spans three venues: 73 Degrees, Dhoni Bar and Origami. Treat your palate to a premium selection of red and white varietals as you learn the secrets of wine-pairing. Demonstrations by our Wine Gurus reveal how they match different wines to different cuisines. Price: USD 175++ per person, included for guests on Half Board and Full Board meal plans Venue: Veli Island
Sunday 30 December FESTIVE MALDIVIAN NIGHT Take your palate on an adventure through local flavours with this Maldivian themed buffet. Sample the best Maldivian seafood, spice and sweet treats as we showcase the archipelagos traditional dishes. Price: USD 145++ per person, included for guests on Half Board and Full Board meal plans Venue: 73 Degrees Veli Island Monday 31 December ALICE IN WONDERLAND NEW YEAR AT FUSHI CAFÉ Fushi Café transforms into a fairy-tale setting for this decadent festive feast. With fresh seafood, international dishes and a bounty of kids favourites, this family friendly buffet has it all. There s special children s entertainment to keep young VIPs enthralled. After dinner, follow the celebrations to Aqua beach, where resident DJ Betto will lead the New Year countdown and enjoy a dazzling fireworks show lighting up the midnight sky. Venue: Fushi Café on Dhigu Island GASTRONOMIC DELIGHTS AT SEA.FIRE.SALT. For an exclusive culinary experience on New Year s Eve, join us at our signature restaurant on Dhigu Island. This fine-dining event entails five courses showcasing fresh seafood and premium grilled meats. Our Executive Chef Christof has gone out of his way to prepare a menu of delectable surprises, complete with indulgent desserts. Venue: Sea. Fire. Salt. on Dhigu Island MASQUERADE BALL AT 73 DEGREES This adults-only soiree transforms 73 Degrees into a decadent Masquerade Ball. An expansive buffet serves up an indulgent array of rich flavours, encompassing local and international delicacies. The party atmosphere continues late into the night, as revellers celebrate under the stars awaiting the countdown to the New Year. Venue: 73 Degrees on Veli Island NEW YEAR S EVE How will you see in the New Year? Ring in the New Year in decadent style at Anantara Dhigu, Anantara Veli and Naladhu Private Island Maldives. Celebrate new beginnings as the sky lights up with a special fireworks show. Join in the family-friendly fun with an Alice in Wonderland-themed party on Dhigu Island, or opt for a sophisticated adults-only dining experience on Anantara Veli to usher in 2019. PEARLS AND CAVIAR AT THE LIVING ROOM A celebration of the senses at The Living Room as we commemorate the New Year with a six-course epicurean journey. Enjoy a bottle of fine wine or Champagne while our in-house saxophonist provides the music. Venue: The Living Room, Naladhu Private Island Maldives
Wednesday 2 January COCKTAIL PARTY AT AQUA BEACH Stylish sundowners continue the festive mood in the new year. This complimentary event begins as the sun dips below the horizon, with chilled cocktails and spectacular views at Aqua Bar. Light gourmet bites and live cooking stations showcase our executive chef Christof s signature creations. Time: 5.30 pm 6.30 pm Complimentary for all guests Venue: Aqua Beach on Dhigu Island Sunday 6 January MICHELIN STAR REVISITED AT THE LIVING ROOM The Living Room sets the scene for unforgettable culinary experiences, and this exclusive five-course event is no exception. Enjoy inspired wine pairing and dine to the soulful sounds of our live saxophonist. An intimate dining event in elegant old-world surrounds. Price: USD 195++ per person, includes a five course set menu paired with wines USD 155++ supplement per person applies for guests on Half Board and Full Board meal Plans Thursday 3 January FLAVOURS OF JAPAN AT ORIGAMI Enjoy some romance under the stars with a selection of Japanese specialties. The delicate flavours of handcrafted sushi and sashimi meet the smoky infusions of slow charcoal-grilled robatayaki skewers. Choose from freshly caught seafood or premium imported meats. Time: 6.30 pm 10.30 pm Price: USD 165++ per person, included in Half Board and Full Board meal plans Venue: Origami on Veli Island Sunday 7 January ORTHODOX CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION DINNER AT FUSHI CAFÉ A sophisticated festive dining experience with unrivalled views. This memorable dinner features gourmet Western dishes, made-to-order specials cooked up at live stations, tender grilled meats and the finest, freshest seafood. Price: USD 145++ per person, included in Half Board and Full Board meal plans Venue: Fushi Café on Dhigu Island
NEW YEAR, NEW YOU EMBARK ON A WELLNESS JOURNEY WITH ANANTARA SPA Start the new year with renewed vitality. Anantara Spa invites you on a transformational journey of personalised programmes designed to rejuvenate body, mind and soul. ANANTARA SPA, DHIGU Family Package (family of three) Full-body massage for mom and dad (60 mins) Chocolate body wrap and bubble bath for son or daughter (45 mins) Price: USD 400++ Holiday Package (single treatment) Salt glow scrub (30 mins) Back, neck and shoulder massage (30 mins) Mini facial (30 mins) Wash and blow dry (60 mins) Mini-manicure and pedicure shape and polish (60 mins) Price: USD 410++ BALANCE WELLNESS BY ANANTARA SPA, VELI Couple s Treatment Chocolate and salt scrub with wrap (30 mins) A relaxing antioxidant wine-infused bath with flower petals (30 mins) Full-body massage (60 mins) Price: USD 800++
TROPICSURF Learn to surf on turquoise waters. Glide effortlessly across the Maldives best waves with lessons led by our team of expert instructors. Or opt to drift across the lagoon on a stand-up paddle board. You can enjoy a stand-up paddle board excursion night or day head out at sunset for unbeatable views, or enjoy a night paddle with LED lights. Activities offered at Tropicsurf: LEARN TO SURF PROGRAMME BEGINNER, INTERMEDIATE AND ADVANCED SURF TRIPS BY BOAT STAND-UP PADDLE BOARD RENTAL OR GUIDED SESSIONS Visit the team at the Tropicsurf shack to enquire on timings and pricing. AQUAFANATICS Sunday 23 Wednesday 26 December Explore the Indian Ocean with Santa this year. He has travelled all the way from the North Pole to lead excursions over and underneath the waves. Join scuba-diving Santa or ride alongside him on a jet ski for this fun festive experience. Advance reservations are essential and charges apply; please enquire through the Aquafanatics team. Monday 24 December This Bubble Maker activity leads kids over 8 years on an underwater adventure to search for presents from Santa. A unique experience they ll talk about for years. Price: USD120++ per child Tuesday 25 December Sail into the sunset on a magical dhoni trip. This spectacular Sunset Cruise includes a glass of bubbles and a selection of gourmet canapés. Time: Price: 5.30 pm 6.30 pm USD 85++ per person (combined trip - minimum 4 persons) USD 450++ private excursions on request
CHRISTMAS PROGRAMME FOR OUR YOUNG VIPS AT DHONI KIDS CLUB 23 DECEMBER - 27 DECEMBER 2018 CHRISTMAS PROGRAMME FOR OUR YOUNG VIPS AT DHONI KIDS CLUB 28 DECEMBER - 31 DECEMBER 2018 Date 23 December 24 December 25 December 26 December 27 December SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY Date 28 December 29 December 30 December 31 December FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY 10.00 am - 11.00 am Spray Bottle Nature Art Christmas photo props Santa s arrival Gift stacking games Snowman slam 10.00 am - 11.00 am Mystery stocking Smell Guessing game Balloon dart painting My holiday journal 11.00 am - 12.00 pm Make your own Christmas ornament* Christmas T-shirt painting* Santa s sharing gifts Snowman pizza cooking class* Ping pong twerk 11.00 am - 12.00 pm Create your bottle of sand* Spring Roll Making* Pizza cooking class* Canvas painting competition* 12.00 pm - 1.00 pm Lunch Break Sushi making class* 12.00 pm - 1.00 pm 1.00 pm - 2.00 pm Make a Christmas stocking Lantern making Christmas card making Darling deer (arts & craft) Lunch Time 1.00 pm - 2.00 pm Balance beam game Water balloon dodge ball Corrugated paper necklace Star making 2.00 pm - 3.00 pm Twig Christmas tree Snowball fight Gift wrapping relay Snowman drawing games Marshmallow chopstick 2.00 pm - 3.00 pm Fishing for marbles Pool noodle target throwing Three in a row game Elephant March game 3.00 pm - 4.00 pm Oreo ball making* Brownie Christmas tree* Candy cookies cones* Christmas tree cookie decoration* Christmas cupcake decoration* 3.00 pm - 4.00 pm Christmas chocolate cake decoration* Soft pretzel making* Fruit filled crescent cups* Baked donuts* 4.00 pm - 5.00 pm Beach frisbee golf (until 5.30 pm) Water bucket relay (beach) Beach treasure hunt Crab Race Beach limbo 4.00 pm - 5.00 pm Beach mini golf Watch your step Cat & mouse Face your cookies 5.00 pm - 6.00 pm 5.00 pm - 6.00 pm 6.00 pm - 7.00 pm 6.00 pm - 7.00 pm 7.00 pm Kid s movie night (until 8.30 pm) Kid s Disco Night (until 8.30 pm) 7.00 pm Kid s movie night (until 8.30 pm) New Year s Eve Night (until 9.00 pm) * Charged activities are USD 15 per child * Charged activities are USD 15 per child
LIFE IS A JOURNEY. Anantara Dhigu Resort, Anantara Veli Resort & Naladhu Private Island Maldives Dhigufinolhu, South Male Atoll, PO Box 2098, Male, Republic of Maldives T +960 664 4100 F + 960 664 0009 E reservations.maldives@anantara.com anantara.com