As the festive season swiftly approaches, Centara Hotels and Resorts in the Maldives presents the ultimate backdrop for celebrating the holidays with loved ones. Allowing you to experience the occasion like never before, each unique property blends the sun-soaked spirit of island living with timeless traditions. Choose from four stunning destinations – Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives and Centara Mirage Lagoon Maldives, both part of The Atollia by Centara Hotels & Resorts, alongside Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa Maldives and Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection – each offering something special for every kind of traveller.

Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives

A short speedboat ride from Malé International Airport, Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives offers a sanctuary of unparalleled privacy. Nestled within The Atollia, guests can explore a whole host of world-class dining, thrilling water sports or excursions, and holistic wellness at the tranquil SPA Cenvaree Retreat. Featuring an array of elegant beachfront and overwater villas, the resort ensures every guest enjoys a slice of paradise this holiday season.

This festive season, this stunning destination reimagines traditional holiday festivities with the theme ‘Crystal and Bubbles’, setting the tone for an elegant celebration. With each detail designed to evoke the glamour and sparkle of the occasion, the resort will be brimming with crystal-inspired décor. To match this dazzling setting, guests can expect a full calendar of thoughtfully curated experiences from December 22nd to January 7th.

Guests will find no shortage of magical moments, with little ones diving into holiday treasure hunts, festive cupcake decorating, and pyjama parties, all leading up to Santa’s grand arrival on December 25th. Thrill-seekers can race through island-wide challenges, while parents sip bubbly beneath the stars, indulging in elegant gala dinners and expertly paired grape tastings. With every sunrise comes a new wave of celebration, be it Boduberu masterclasses, themed feasts, festive workshops and immersive activities, or lively karaoke nights, offering something for families and couples.

As the countdown to 2026 begins, the energy crescendos into a glittering New Year’s Eve celebration, complete with pre-dinner cocktails and live entertainment. The following days continue the magic with island cinema nights, sandcastle competitions, and Orthodox celebrations featuring cultural performances and curated dining.

Centara Mirage Lagoon Maldives

Centara Mirage Lagoon Maldives is also located within The Atollia by Centara Hotels & Resorts, completing this multi-island wonderland. As part of Centara’s renowned Mirage brand, this underwater-themed resort presents a vibrant, family-centric escape filled with endless entertainment, diverse dining, a dedicated kids’ club, and the acclaimed SPA Cenvaree alongside a colourful Candy Spa for young travellers. At the heart of the resort is a spectacular outdoor water complex featuring a swimming pool, kids’ pool, lazy river, and playful splash zone, making it the perfect destination for families seeking an unforgettable festive experience.

Kicking off on November 3rd with a joyful cake mixing tradition and wrapping up on January 7th with a heart-warming Orthodox Day celebration, every moment of the resort’s festive calendar promises to delight. Designed with family enjoyment in mind, each day presents an exciting lineup of activities. Guests can stay active with the likes of sunrise yoga, water polo, beach fitness sessions, and exciting family competitions, or unleash your creative side with DIY crafts such as tote bag painting, festive cupcake decorating, and festive t-shirt designing.

Evenings carry a vibrant energy, with BBQs under the stars, themed dinners, Boduberu masterclasses, lavish festive spreads with all the trimmings, and live mixology competitions. Younger guests can also keep the fun alive with cosy pyjama parties, movie nights, gaming challenges at the E-Zone, and a special Kids’ Night Out. Finally, as 2025 comes to a close, families are invited to toast to the New Year with the Mirage Carnival celebration featuring a pre-dinner cocktail soirée, a hearty international buffet, and captivating performances.

Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa Maldives

Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa Maldives unveils an adults-only paradise, blending indulgence and tranquillity in equal measure for a holiday celebration to remember. Reconnect and rejuvenate in a private beachfront or overwater villa, lounge on the beach or overwater deck, and explore vibrant marine life, all while embracing the spirit of the occasion with a series of enchanting experiences that blend festive flair with island elegance.

At Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa Maldives, the festive season becomes a time for

you and yours to relish quality time as you unwind and indulge. Festive feasts are made from the freshest ingredients, island traditions are embraced, and even the decorations have been chosen with respect for the island’s surroundings.

Taking place from December 15th to January 6th, guests can ease into the holidays through daily wellness rituals, including morning sessions of yoga, meditation, and Pilates. The resort will also host an array of festive workshops, inviting guests to craft botanical body scrubs and organic face masks, or try something new with Coconut Leaf Origami. Additionally, fitness enthusiasts can look forward to days filled with Thai boxing classes, TRX training, beach volleyball, boot camps, and more.

As the sun dips below the horizon, the atmosphere shifts to celebration with the tree lighting ceremony, carol performances, karaoke nights, and Ras Fushi Cocktail O’clock, building excitement for the main event. Accompanying the festivities, culinary journeys unfold through group cooking classes, seafood barbecues, Kin Khao dinners, and traditional Maldivian feasts.

As the holidays reach their peak, guests step into festive eve dressed in red and white, surrounded by live music, carols, and the rhythms of Boduberu. To welcome the new year, the underwater-themed Gala Dinner sets the stage for an unforgettable evening filled with dancing, entertainment, and sparkling glasses raised beneath the stars. The celebrations come to a close with Orthodox Day, bringing everyone together for a final night of warmth and connection on the beach.

Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection

Located in South Ari Atoll, Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection is a living embodiment of the Maldivian lifestyle, where nature, house reef, and culture blend effortlessly. Inviting you to disconnect from the outside world and bask in the beauty of island living, it’s the ultimate destination to reconnect with loved ones and celebrate the warmth of the holidays. Choose from 112 chic beachfront and overwater villas, each offering panoramic views of the Indian Ocean and the UNESCO-protected marine reserve and make this festive season truly magical.

Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection welcomes you to celebrate the season sustainably, surrounded by nature’s beauty, immersed in mindful traditions, and inspired by a program that honours both the festive spirit and the island’s delicate ecosystem. Happening from November 7th to January 6th, the festivities begin with a heartwarming cake mixing tradition featuring festive snacks, spiced mocktails, and mulled grape, followed by a twinkling tree lighting ceremony with carollers. Santa then makes a splashy arrival on his jet ski, setting the holiday spirit in motion across the island.

Each day, guests will be spoilt for choice when it comes to things to do. Young guests can enjoy the holiday magic at Camp Safari with DIY ornament crafting, gingerbread house decorating, a mini pizza masterclass, and Rudolph’s festive scavenger hunt. While little ones play to their hearts’ content, adults can unwind with seaside pilates, meditation, yoga, and energising workouts.

Get the whole family involved in sandman building competitions, movie nights under the stars, bingo, karaoke sessions, and spirited games, including a friendly beach volleyball match against the Centara team. Alternatively, learn more about island life with cultural activities such as Maldivian folk tales. By night, the resort transforms with themed dinners and events such as the Fire & Ice pool party, grape pairing masterclasses, grilled seafood and bubbles with live entertainment, and DJ nights.

For festive eve, the resort goes all out, with joyful music, captivating performances, and two distinct dining experiences to choose from, including a mouthwatering buffet at Reef and a refined four-course menu at Mare Azzurro. Later on New Year’s Eve, begin the countdown island-style with an evening of music, dance, and culture. The season wraps up with one last hoorah on January 6th, bringing everyone together for a relaxed day of seasonal dishes, all the trimmings, and festive cocktails.