Festive Breaks & Limited-time Year-End Offers for the Holiday Season
With the year coming to a close and the holiday buzz in the air, it’s the perfect time now to start thinking about your annual getaway to celebrate Christmas and the New Year. Whether you’re craving sun for the whole family on a sandy beach, unconventional resorts with a trip full of surprises, or a long-haul holiday to decompress, below are some exciting offerings handpicked from destinations that are all about making your holiday dreams come true to get your holiday spirit flowing. Whether you choose to go solo or share the adventure with close friends and loved ones, there’s no wrong way to travel—just your way!
Sleighing Winter Blues: Unwrap a Tropical Christmas in Jamaica
This festive season, swap your winter coat for a swimsuit and embrace the spirit of Jamaica, where stunning beaches, vibrant culture, and warm weather offer a memorable alternative to a traditional UK Christmas.
Celebrate Christmas Day with your toes in the sand at Seven Mile Beach or Doctor’s Cave, listening to the soothing sounds of the ocean. Swapped hot mulled wine for a refreshing ice-cold glass of Sorrel, a traditional drink made from hibiscus petals, ginger, and spices served chilled.
Experience the thrill of bobsledding at Mystic Mountain, inspired by Jamaica’s legendary team, or embark on a magical horseback adventure along the coastline, where you can ride into the crystal-clear waters for a swim. Instead of traditional Christmas pine trees, explore the majestic Blue Mountains, hiking through this UNESCO World Heritage Site to enjoy vast views and its world-famous Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee.
Immerse yourself in Jamaica’s friendly vibe, where “Yeah Mon” captures the island’s warm hospitality and festive cheer. This Christmas, let the reggae beats and tropical warmth create an unforgettable holiday experience filled with adventure and cherished memories.
A seven-night all-inclusive stay at Royal Decameron Club Caribbean in Runaway Bay, Jamaica costs £1,939 per person saving a total of £291. Flights from London Gatwick depart on 19 December 2024 with TUI. For more information visit TUI.
Kandima Maldives Ignites Holiday Spirit with Dazzling FIRE & ICE Festivities!
Get ready to be dazzled this holiday season at Kandima Maldives with an unforgettable FIRE & ICE celebration! Merging the warmth of fire with the cool allure of ice, with a musical line-up featuring DJ Akram, the acoustic talents of K’Twins & K’Trio, and the festive beats of The Algrs Band and D2 Entertainment.
Kicking off the festivities with an enchanting Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on the beach, accompanied by carol singing and a vibrant Glow Party at Breeze Bar, featuring oysters and prosecco. Join guests for an festive evening at a Christmassy White Party, with live DJ and fun-filled shows to light up the night, complemented by a kid-friendly hot chocolate station at Breeze Bar to keep the little ones smiling.
Indulge in our Christmas Eve Gala Buffet, Christmas Day Brunch and Fiesta Party with the chance to decorate your own gingerbread house. Treat yourself to exclusive Fire & Ice facial treatments and body wraps, or roll up your sleeves and get crafty in DIY natural soap and Maldivian organic scrub making workshops.
Adventure awaits at the resort with an annual Christmas Scavenger Hunt, exhilarating go-kart races, sunset snorkelling and fishing, and even coral adoption for the whole family. Don’t miss the “Art & Bubbles” Solo Exhibition at Kula Art Studio, which is part of the ongoing initiative of the KULA Art Festival to support local artists.
Details of Kandima’s festive programme here. Click here to find out more about the festive offer at Kandima, featuring discounts up to 45% off for stays taking place between 27 December 2024 and 10 January 2025, with special inclusions and supplements.
Discover the Joy of the Cosmos at Nova’s Supernova Lineup
This year, Nova Maldives is leading celestial celebrations full of cosmic spirit at for the travellers to celebrate the end of the year in wholesomeness and wonderment. Running from 21 December to 7 January, the resort is inviting travellers to reflect on the year well spent and look on to the year ahead amid Nova’s beautiful surroundings and underwater sea life.
With themed snorkelling and diving excursions, outdoor daily sandback dining experience, Stellar Spa Rejuvenation programme and stargazing tours, Nova invites all to come stay at this place of beauty, to end the year/start the new year with a bang!
In response to the enthusiasm received on planned festive season activities, Nova will also be adding stargazing viewing tours with the ‘naked eye’ to the events program. Available only between 26-31 December, guests can choose between options to admire the galaxy on a sunset cruise with free-flowing prosecco for 2 hrs, or to opt for stationary stargazing from the sandbank with free-flowing prosecco and a dinner.
Details of Nova’s festive programme here. Find out more about festive discounts at Nova here, featuring 25% off meal plans and all room types to celebrate Christmas and the start of the new year with an epic getaway to embrace the beauty of the cosmos.
For further information visit visitjamaica.com and visitmaldives.com/en.
