Oaga Art Resort has announced its three-day celebration of Eid al-Adha this year 2023. From June 27th to June 29th, guests will be able to indulge in a series of cultural events and experiences accompanied by a special plan with added benefits commemorating the special occasion.

The celebration starts on June 27th, with a cocktail party celebrating the hoisting of the “Gidige”, a celebratory decorative archway traditionally used as a sign of grandeur during similar festivities. Guests can enjoy refreshing beverages and mingle with fellow travellers as the colours of the setting sun paint the sky. Later in the evening, the bonfire at Raa Baa beach is set to create a cosy and enchanting atmosphere to welcome the auspicious night.

On the day of Eid-Al-Adha, early morning starts with the sound of the ‘Sangu’ or conch shell as per tradition, followed by Eid prayers and morning tea with the senior Rahvehin team extending their heartfelt Eid greetings. The day continues with a range of activities including creative expression sessions of palm weaving, take notes 101 sessions of Eid songs and a special lolly station to cool down at Raa Baa (the resort’s main pool and bar). An Eid special Maldivian lunch buffet is to be served at the main restaurant, Kaa Kada.

In the evening, guests can immerse themselves in the festive spirit with a ‘Maali’ parade accompanied by boduberu beats, followed by an Eid cocktail party at Raa Baa. The day concludes with an Eid Special Dinner Buffet and an unforgettable Eid Show featuring live performances by local talents.

On the following day, June 29th, the celebration continues with some fun in the sun; ‘fenkulhi’ or water fights and other festive activities combined with a pool party. The celebration ends with the opportunity for guests to showcase their talents along with the resort’s team, at the Fannuveri Rahvehin Talent show.

To make this celebration even more enticing, Oaga Art Resort is offering a special discounted plan for the occasion, that includes a range of exclusive benefits. The plan includes a warm Eid welcome greeting upon arrival, a Shisha Experience at Raa Baa, 20% discount on rejuvenating spa treatments at Hoba Spa in addition to accommodation in the beach villas and experiences offered by the greatest all-inclusive plan in the Maldives such as unlimited dining, premium beverages, complimentary return speed boat transfers and access to thrilling water sports activities or artful experiences.

For Maldives lovers searching for an all-inclusive holiday, Oaga Art Resort’s Greatest AllInclusive plan re-defines the limits of what All-Inclusive is all about; with inclusions such as Creative Expression (art) classes, Take Notes (music) experiences, Thashibari In-Villa Dining to a floating meal, choices of excursions, motorized water sports and many more.

Situated in North Malé Atoll, Oaga Art Resort is 45 minutes by speedboat from Malé International Airport. A small island with 60 villas with beach and overwater options, 4 dining venues and a spa-inspired by Maldivian traditional healing practices, Oaga Art Resort’s artistic and creative spaces offer an immersive experience curated by local and visiting artists and craftsmen from the Maldives.