Celebrate the Festive Season at Lily Beach Resort & Spa, where unforgettable tropical luxury awaits from December 23, 2024, to January 5, 2025. This year’s celebration features captivating performances by renowned painter Elvira Carrasco, magician Adrian Chong, and the dazzling fire dancer Ihor, all set to create magical moments throughout the festivities.

The extensive program is designed for both adults and children, ensuring a truly memorable holiday for everyone. Festivities begin on December 23rd with early morning yoga and meditation, followed by exciting snorkelling excursions. In the evening, the enchanting Christmas tree lighting ceremony will take place, accompanied by traditional carols—a must-see for guests of all ages. 

On December 24th, the day will start with sunrise yoga at Tamara Spa, followed by an island and snorkelling excursion. The evening will feature a sumptuous Christmas Gala Dinner, which Lily Beach is known for. As the award-winning All-Inclusive resort, Lily Beach most recently won the Wine Spectators Award for Excellence 2024 for the exquisite selection of more than 80 premium wines available at the resort. The dinner will be followed by a lively bingo game and a live band and DJ performances, creating a fun-filled evening for dancing the night away.

Christmas Day, December 25th, brings an artistic touch with a live painting session by Elvira Carrasco, who will captivate guests with her distinctive style. Guests can participate in her art sessions, have their portraits painted, or simply marvel at her talent. Elvira will be on the island through January 1st, concluding with an art exhibition. The day’s festivities will continue with snorkelling, a lagoon-side Champagne toast, and an Asian Street Food dinner, followed by live music and karaoke to celebrate Christmas night.

From December 26th onward, the festive spirit continues with daily activities, including yoga, meditation, snorkelling, and island excursions. Art, dance, and creative workshops will be available for both adults and children, ensuring fun for all as the year draws to a close. 

On a very jam-packed December 31st, magician Adrian Chong will amaze guests with his mind-bending illusions, and as the evening unfolds, Ihor the fire dancer will astound with his spectacular fire and LED performances. As midnight approaches, guests will gather to reminisce about the good times and bad that happened in 2024 whilst participating in the resort’s annual tradition of burning away regrets at the Bon Voyage Bonfire. Then, they will join in the celebratory countdown to the New Year, jubilant with joy and blessings, and culminate in a night of dancing.

The celebrations continue on January 1st, 2025, with a relaxing start to the year through yoga, meditation, and the art exhibition by Elvira Carrasco. The festivities will continue through January 5th, featuring games, live music, cultural events, and exciting excursions for all guests.

As the first-ever all-inclusive resort in the Maldives, now celebrating its 30th anniversary, Lily Beach Resort & Spa promises an exquisite and unforgettable festive season for all. For more details on the timings of events, click here.

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