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One&Only Reethi Rah Maldives: Place to be this festive season
Set on one of the largest private islands in the Maldives, surrounded by crystal blue waters lapping against pure white sandy beaches, One&Only Reethi Rah is set to be the brightest destination in the Indian Ocean this December. This secluded paradise is the place to be for the holidays as the island comes alive with the festive spirit and an array of special events and activities for all ages.
From the middle of December through the New Year, One&Only Reethi Rah will host an abundance of celebrations that will be sure to delight every guest.
The festive calendar is filled with culinary extravaganzas, glamorous galas and flowing drinks. Joyful family activities will be an opportunity for loved ones to come together and for younger guests to explore and play, while the annual line up of seasonal sports activities is sure to keep everyone active and energised.
Beginning the Christmas cheer is the timeless Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony that marks the official start of the Festive celebrations. Guests are invited to follow a memorable tradition with an evening of cocktails and canapes around the beautiful tree.
The following days will be brimming with activities including wine tastings, cocktail masterclasses, gingerbread house decorating competitions, treasure hunts and the much-anticipated arrival of Santa Claus – a highlight for every guest.
The Ultimate Christmas Eve celebration takes place at Reethi Restaurant, followed by resort’s Christmas Champagne Brunch, an elegant affair overlooking the ocean at Rah Bar.
Children will revel in the varied activities, with a focus on exploration and creativity, they are sure to end each day filled with joy. The fun line-up includes the ever-important letters to Santa, which the resort team will ensure are delivered in time for his departure. After the excitement of his arrival, Santa will head off around the globe while younger guests can enjoy their gifts.
For families that want to get active together, there will be a host of seasonal sports activities, from the Beach Bonanza featuring water polo and 10-pin bowling on the sand, to the engaging and competitive Family Fitness Challenge.
The annual Reethi Rah Open is a great time for guests to show off their tennis skills, while the reimagined United Foosball Championship will see a life-size foosball table set up on the FIFA approved football field.
Other activities include an island marathon, family cooking classes and a teens Glow Party at One Tribe.
One&Only Reethi Rah offers an abundance of space and privacy, and those seeking relaxation can rejuvenate body and mind with a daily schedule of wellness activities hosted by One&Only Spa, from outdoor bootcamps to mindfulness sessions, or revitalise with targeted, restorative spa treatments from the resort’s team of expert therapists.
Guests will usher in the New Year with all the fun and glamour that One&Only Reethi Rah is famed for. On December 31, an unforgettable gala dinner will ring in the New Year at the ocean’s edge with an 11-piece band, impressive displays in the sky and a feast of foods paired with flowing wines and Champagnes.
New Year’s Day Brunch is the perfect toast to new beginnings, and the following days feature more experiences for all, including sandbank yoga, sunset sessions, cocktail masterclasses and jazz lunches at Fanditha.
Each and every day during this season will bring with it a time of celebration and exploration. Guests will be delighted by the unforgettable experiences that will leave them with everlasting memories of their time at One&Only Reethi Rah.
For more information and bookings, please visit www.oneandonlyresorts.com/reethi-rah, call +960 664 8800 or +960 664 8822, or email reservations@oneandonlyreethirah.com.
InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort has been nominated in the “Resort” category of the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2026, one of the travel industry’s recognised measures of guest preference and brand standing.
Located in Raa Atoll, the resort is continuing to build its profile through its all-Club concept, service model and guest experiences shaped by both location and programme. As the Maldives’ first all-Club InterContinental resort, the property includes a set of signature benefits with each stay, including daily breakfast, afternoon tea and evening aperitif.
The resort features 81 beach, lagoon and overwater villas and residences, along with seven restaurants and bars. Its guest offering combines private accommodation with a range of tailored experiences, including manta ray encounters in the Maamunagau lagoon, customised Dining by Design experiences, visiting wellness practitioners and its Artist in Residence programme.
InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort is also positioned to serve both couples and families, through its family offering and adults-only Retreat enclave.
The nomination reflects continued recognition for a resort that combines service, experience-led programming and a natural setting within one of the Maldives’ established tourism atolls.
The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort has introduced its Family Fun Summer offer, aimed at families seeking longer island stays built around shared activities and rest. The offer is available for booking from 15 April to 15 June 2026, with a minimum stay of four nights for travel through to 20 December 2026.
Located within Baa Atoll, the Maldives’ first UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort is positioning the offer around family wellness, marine experiences and time spent together in a natural island setting. Seasonal snorkelling with manta rays in Hanifaru Bay remains one of the area’s key attractions, while the resort’s collection of beach and overwater villas is designed to accommodate families looking for space and flexibility during their stay.
For larger families and groups, the resort also offers the two-bedroom Heavenly Beach Residence, which includes a living room, kitchen and dining area intended to support longer and more relaxed island stays.
The resort says the guest experience can be shaped around both activity and downtime, supported by Westin’s Sleep Well concept and Heavenly Bed. Children have access to the Westin Family Kids Club, which includes a children’s pool and pirate ship, while parents can make use of Heavenly Spa by Westin.
Away from the villa, the resort is also promoting shared family experiences through Good Travel with Marriott Bonvoy activities focused on the culture and environment of Baa Atoll. These include traditional lacquer craft workshops, visits to local islands and guided marine activities in surrounding waters.
The Family Fun Summer package includes three meals per day, with children under 12 dining free of charge. It also includes a one-time dolphin cruise for two adults and two children, a 30-minute photography session with one printed photo, and a USD 150 resort credit.
Reethi Faru Resort has been recognised at the 2026 Haute Grandeur Global Excellence Awards, receiving honours in four categories: Best Beach Villa in Indian Ocean, Best Pool Villa in Indian Ocean, Best Eco-Friendly Resort in Maldives, and Best Sustainable Hotel in Maldives.
The awards recognise performance across villa accommodation and environmentally focused hospitality, reflecting the resort’s emphasis on guest experience alongside sustainability and environmental stewardship.
According to the resort, the recognition supports its positioning within the Maldives market as a property that combines natural surroundings, accommodation standards and responsible hospitality practices.
Located on Filaidhoo in Raa Atoll, Reethi Faru Resort features 145 villas, including beachfront and overwater accommodation designed in a style that combines Maldivian elements with contemporary comfort.
The resort’s food and beverage offering includes six restaurants and six bars, while its leisure facilities cover watersports, diving, yoga, spa treatments and fitness activities. Surrounded by coral reefs, the resort also offers guests access to marine-based experiences in the Indian Ocean.
Sustainability remains a central part of the resort’s operations, with initiatives that include coral reef restoration and guest experiences linked to environmental awareness.
Through its recognition at the 2026 Haute Grandeur Global Excellence Awards, Reethi Faru Resort has added to its profile as a Maldives resort with a focus on both accommodation standards and sustainability.
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