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Festive Season at The Residence Maldives

Celebrate the Joy of the Festive Season at The Residence Maldives

Soak in views of brilliant blues and the crystal-clear lagoon at The Residence Maldives this holiday season 16th November 2022 - Part of the Cenizaro Hotels & Resorts portfolio of bespoke luxury hotels across the world’s most desirable locations, 

The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah & Falhumaafushi has announced an exclusive line-up of holiday festivities, specially crafted for guests to revel in the festive spirit with an unforgettable Maldivian holiday escape. 




Home to some of the best beaches in the world, the Maldives offers an assortment of unrivalled white sandy beaches, and a spectacular underwater world, making it the perfect choice for the trip of a lifetime. 

The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi and The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah have been designed in harmony with the natural environment and seamlessly blend traditional Maldivian architecture with contemporary elegance and modern comforts. Tropical Celebrations at The Residence Maldives This festive season, a tropical carnival of celebration awaits at both Dhigurah and Falhumaafushi islands, and guests can look forward to a multitude of celebrations and festive experiences from 23rd December to 2nd January 2023. 




Guests can reconnect with loved ones and enjoy the magic of the season with family-friendly activities and dining experiences – From the Christmas gala dinner, Gingerbread house-making to Santa’s arrival at The Residence Maldives and more: On Friday, 23rd December 2022, indulge in a true Maldivian Sensation with the family-friendly activities to delight the children, from Hermit Cab Race to Bashi Ball which tributes an ancient Maldivian game and traditionally played with a hand-woven ball made from coconut palm leaves. 

Come night-time, guests can indulge in a magical evening of Maldivian Flavours, with a feast of local flavours that spotlight the culture of the archipelago.

On Saturday, 24th December 2022, guests can celebrate their Christmas Eve with Glam Luau Night, with a range of activities from Morning to Night such as the Santa Dive where the magic of Christmas begins with Santa Claus personally leading the dive, and the Christmas Eve Gala in the evening to indulge in a joyous feast. On Sunday, 25th December, start the Christmas day in festive spirit where the scenic view of sunset is set to mesmerize onboard a traditional Maldivian dhoni boat for a Sunset Dolphin Cruise and experience an evening filled with delectable experiences, relishing in the BBQ flavours or a lavish Seafood extravaganza dinner paired with fine wine for a sumptuous dining experience.


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The seasonal celebrations continue through boxing day as guests will experience a taste of the tropics at the Tropical Night Market and days leading up to New Year’s Eve. Embark on a Snorkelling Treasure Hunt on the 27th December and thereafter on the 28th December, set sail to explore the untouched beauty on an desert island adventure and begin the evening of enchanting music paired with exotic cocktails at a Tiki Tropical Party, where guests will be treated to a thoughtfully curated menu that evokes a tropical atmosphere.

Following this, The Residence Maldives is set to celebrate and welcome the New Year with a spectacular 2023 Countdown party, where guests can dance the night away and be dazzled
by the fireworks display lighting up the sky to signal the start of a new year. Ensuring a restorative start, guests can look forward to greeting the new year with a session of Aqua Yoga With Float followed by a snorkelling expedition to explore the coral reefs in one of the unique dive sites near the resort.

General bookings at The Residence Maldives Dhigurah & Falhumaafushi can be made at [email protected] / + 960 6820088

About Cenizaro Hotels & Resorts

The hospitality arm of Bonvests Holdings Limited, Cenizaro Hotels & Resorts is a leading international property and hospitality company with a portfolio of independent luxury hotel properties in some of the world’s most desirable locations. From exotic beach destinations for The Residence by Cenizaro properties in Mauritius, the Maldives, Tunis, Zanzibar, and Indonesia, to enchanting cultural havens with Morocco’s first boutique riad hotel, La Maison Arabe, Marrakech and the charmingly intimate Riad Elegancia, Marrakech, to city properties with the Sheraton Towers Singapore and Four Points by Sheraton Perth; each hotel reflects a distinct individual personality and sense of place. Dedicated to providing enriching experiences, Cenizaro’s commitment to excellence is evident across every element of its business, from exceptional hospitality products to intuitive and personalised services.

About The Residence by Cenizaro

The Residence by Cenizaro properties are located in some of the world’s most beautiful destinations, each with a stunning beach setting. The portfolio is inspired by its mission to enrich every guest experience and create a relaxing environment that reflects the destination.

Each resort strives to create long lasting memories, from the food to the wellness offering, to the commitment to the local communities in each destination. Launching the first property in 1996, The Residence Tunis, the established hospitality brand followed with The Residence Mauritius, The Residence Zanzibar, The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi, The Residence Bintan and finally The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah in 2019. Further expansion is planned with three hotels in Tunisia, including the group’s first city and desert properties – The Residence Douz, The Medina of Tunis and Djerba Island – alongside The Residence Mapur in Indonesia.

THE RESIDENCE MALDIVES AT FALHUMAAFUSHI

Nestled on the unspoilt island of Falhumaafushi in Gaafu Alifu atoll, one of the largest and deepest atolls in the world, this 94 beach-front and over-water villa resort is an intimate retreat in the heart of a marine oasis. The beauty of the island’s house reef and its resident sharks and turtles is accessible right from the over-water villa deck. 

Designed to complement its tropical surroundings and provide a sense of place, the villas have been created using natural materials and are decorated with local artefacts. The Spa by Clarins on both Falhumaafushi and sister resort on adjacent Dhigurah island is exclusive to The Residence in the Maldives and offers a range of treatments created exclusively for the resort – an ideal place to escape as it sits directly on the lagoon. 

The resort boasts three restaurants and four bars, water sports, a fitness centre, kids club and excursions to nearby islands. The romantic Falhumaa restaurant is located at the end of a 230m jetty, right on the reef facing the Indian Ocean. The diving surrounding the hotel is exceptional and the hotel’s PADI 5* Dive Centre offers all level of snorkellers and scuba-divers the opportunity to discover the un- spoilt coral reefs and rich marine life.

THE RESIDENCE MALDIVES AT DHIGURAH

Located on the island of Dhigurah in an idyllic setting of Gaafu Alifu Atoll, one of the largest and deepest atolls in the world; renowned for unrivalled diving, the 2km long island is home to lush vegetation of over 2500 coconut palms, soft, white-sand beaches and a beautiful 1km bridge – the longest private bridge in the Maldives which connects it to its sister property on the island of Falhumaafushi. An all-inclusive resort, guests also have access to all nine restaurants and six bars across both islands, including Cantonese dining at Li Bai and Mediterranean tapas at Café del Sol at The Beach Club. The 173 Beach, Lagoon and Water Villas overlook the dappled turquoise waters, with both sunrise and sunset views, each with their own pool. 

The Spa by Clarins offers 10 over-water pavilions, each suited for singles and couples, offering an array Ayurvedic and holistic treatments, a fitness centre, yoga pavilion, beauty salon and nail spa. Pick your own harvests at the resort’s Earth Basket, our vegetable garden on a discovery of local edible plants and fruits with our chef and learn how to whip up a delicious and nutritious meal and enjoy the fruits of your labour at the Earth Table. Guests can also enjoy floating fitness classes at the Beach Club pool. The Kids Club is one of the largest in the southern atolls with plenty to keep children entertained from nature walks and beach games to arts and crafts. Experience the Maldivian sunset on a cruise on board a traditional dhoni and encounter pods of playful dolphins.

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