Against the mesmerizing backdrop of the Indian Ocean, Villa Resorts adventurous collection of Maldives resorts unveiled a host of spectacular festive and new year’s celebrations for the joyous season. A cornucopia of magical experiences and unrivalled celebrations set in spectacular settings transformed the beach resorts into glittering festive playgrounds.

The luxury eco-conscious resorts kick-started the wondrous Christmas celebrations at the resorts with traditional Christmas tree lighting ceremonies followed by an assembly of sparkling parties leading up to Christmas Day. Highlights include the glamourous White Party held at the iconic Club Nautica on the opulent shores of the chic island retreat, Villa Nautica and the fluorescent color party held at Villa Park’s Mekunu Bar with a live DJ and vibrant tropical ambiance setting the scene for an exciting night. Gastronomical feasts from around the globe, cultural Maldivian experiences, creative workshops, aqua-themed parties and the ultimate New Year’s Eve parties with an electric line up of live sets by world renowned DJ’s.

Exhilarating experiences on the line up at Villa Park included expert mixology classes, fashion shows, a pool party, and an off the hock seafood island BBQ to name a few. While at Villa Nautica, remarkable experiences included Olympics themed activities, a kite festival, treasure hunts, Bachata lesson and a Maldivian cultural show. At Royal Island, guests were immersed in a variety of authentic Maldivian experiences designed to offer unparalleled connections with nature. A traditional Maala Fai, Bodu Mas Mali Parade and Bodu Beru performances that crafted an authentic festive season like no other.

Guests ushered in the New Year 2023 with unforgettable glitz and glamour as the collection of resorts prepared incredible nights to remember with Gala feasts of seasonal favorites, epicurean delights and flowing champagne, a countdown and a mesmerizing show of fireworks followed by live DJ sets by DJ Olly Esse at Villa Nautica, DJ’s Friktion and Balzar at Villa Park and DJ Angie at Royal Island. Guests experienced an electric New Year’s night with iconic and memorable performances by these top artists in the Maldives.

After a night of celebrating into the early hours, what better way to dive into 2023 than with a decadent brunch? Indulge in a champagne buffet filled with international cuisines and nutritious options for those commencing the new year with a detox resolution. In the theme of wellbeing, sunrise yoga sessions on the beach and competitive Olympic themed activities made for exciting fitness adventures.3

For ocean lovers, this festive season was an enlightening and educational insight into the resorts conservation and sustainable initiatives with the opportunity to take part in planting coral in the Villa Nautica house reef or joining island and lagoon clean ups immersed in nature in the Maldives UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll, home to Royal Island and South Ari Marine Protected Area, home to Villa Park.

Guests reconnected with nature during unforgettable encounters with the local marine and wildlife, with a mirage of opportunities for the young ones to be educated on the importance of caring for the natural environment for the future. To ensure sustainability is a priority throughout the impressive lineup of events, the resorts maintained an environmental focus with the use of clean and renewable energy from an advanced solar energy system to power the performances. What better way to celebrate the New Year than with the affirmative intention to support a greener and brighter future?

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