Enjoy a dose of festive spirit, at Heritance Aarah Maldives, as the resort welcomes guests with a series of exciting events and activities specially curated for the holiday season. This December, the luxury property situated on the Maldivian island of Raa Atoll, takes time to be thankful for the year gone by and invites guest to welcome the new year with joy and hope.
From a traditional Christmas tree lighting ceremony to themed dinners and movie nights beneath a blanket of stars to food festivals, celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with your near and dear ones, ensuring an unforgettable holiday for everyone.
Set against the scenic backdrop of the Indian Ocean, Adults looking to enjoy in privacy, whether with their significant other or as a group, can make a reservation at the Adults Only Ocean Suites. Presenting guests with the most generous holiday experience, the Premium All-Inclusive Ocean Suites at Heritance Aarah elevates the conventional all-inclusive offering to new heights with superior amenities and facilities, exquisite cuisine and concoctions perfected by Olympic Culinary winners, a selection of premium spirits and wines, as well as complimentary spa treatments and excursions.
Please find below the lineup of this year’s holiday offerings:
December 01 – Festive Beach Party from 9:00 p.m. – 12:00a.m. at Ranba Beach
With bites, shisha, DJ music and games
December 10 – Street Food Festival from 7.30p.m. – 10:00p.m. at Ranba Beach
Japanese, Thai, Indian, Sri Lankan and Mexican Street Cuisine
December 15 – Festive Cocktail Fest from 6:30 pm – 11:00 pm at Bandhi Pool Bar
Signature concoctions with a seasonal twist
December 21 – Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony from 7:15 pm – 8:00 pm at Bandhi Beach
Tree Lighting with bubbly cocktails and corals
December 22 – Hookah Festival from 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm at Ranba Beach
Exotic shisha experience
December 24 – Pre-dinner Champagne Cocktails from 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm at Bandhi Pool Bar
Champagne and canapes to set the mood
Christmas Eve Gala Dinner from 8:00pm – 10:00 pm at Ranba and Ralu Restaurants
A dinner buffet celebrating the magical eve
Seven-course Christmas Eve Dinner from 8:00pm – 10:00 pm at Baani Restaurant
Exclusive festive dining for Ocean Suite & Residence guests
Christmas Party from 9:30pm – 1:30 am at Bandhi Pool Bar
Carols, champagne and entertainment galore
December 25 – Christmas Champagne Brunch from 8:00 am – 3:00 pm at Ranba Restaurant
Traditional Christmas brunch with all the frills and flare
Family Christmas Party from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm at Bandhi Pool Bar
Santa brings joy with a whole lotta fun for the family
December 26 – Boxing Day Special from 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm at Baani Restaurant
Six-course dinner with wine pairing
Maldivian Food Festival from 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm at Ranba Beach
Flavours of the island personified
December 28 – Hookah Festival from 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm at Ranba Beach
Exotic shisha experience
December 29 – Rum and Whisky Evening from 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm at Bandhi Pool Bar
20 labels of rum and whisky each with cocktails and flaming shot
December 31 – Pre-dinner Champagne from 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm at Bandhi Pool Bar
Champagne and canapes to end the year
New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner from 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm at Ranba and Ralu Restaurants
A dinner buffet with exquisite dishes and wine service
New Year’s Eve Seven-Course Dinner from 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm at Baani Restaurant
Exclusive festive dining for Ocean Suite & Residence guests
New Year’s Eve Party from 9:30 pm – 01:30 am at Bandhi Pool Bar
Champagne, firework and entertainment to herald 2023
January 01 – New Year Brunch from 8:00 am – 3:00 pm at Ranba Restaurant
First meal of the year with perfect flavour harmonies
Hangover Cocktail Evening from 6.30 p.m-11.00 p.m at Bandhi Pool Bar
Spirits to rid you off the blues
January 07 – Russian Christmas Lunch Buffet from 12.30 p.m-3.30 p.m at Ranba Restaurant
Celebrate a family Orthodox Christmas
Kids Party from 10.00 a.m-12.00 noon at Bandhi Pool Bar
Fun time galore for junior guests with games and surprises
Movie Night from 9.00 p.m-12.00 am at Bandhi Pool Bar
No better way to enjoy a movie than to cozy up by the pool
The all-inclusive offerings at the Ocean Suites include a bottle of Champagne on arrival, mini-bar replenished twice daily, two bottles of spirits selected by the guest added to the in-villa mini-bar daily, a fully stocked wine cellar encompassing an international selection of wines, signature dine around experiences and the 3Cs – Ice Cream, Candy and Cocktails from the Naughty Carts roaming the island.
Additionally, guests visiting with their family can also book a stay in one of the 56 Ocean Villas and 68 Land Villas, ranging from Beach Villas to Pool Beach Villas as well as Family Beach Villas and Family Pool Beach Villas.