Santa makes his way around the world with family travelers this year to discern the best ways to celebrate with Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas.
Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort
As the only resort in the United Arab Emirates with overwater villas, the resort hosts a Cresendo Christmas Day Brunch featuring dishes from around the world as carolers sing classic Christmas songs. New Year’s Eve celebrations take place at The Beach House.
Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas
Watch Santa scuba dive by as your family dines underwater at SEA restaurant here, alongside Christmas Eve cocktails and dinner on the beach; and pool parties with food stations, DJs and live entertainment. Celebrate New Year’s on the resort’s Ocean Whisperer yacht.
Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort
The resort’s famous Jungle Bubbles transform into giant snow globe bedrooms with decorations, traditional Christmas trees and presents. At A Gift of Mother Nature Christmas Day Brunch, resort chefs join guests for a feast made with local, fresh ingredients. A sumptuous six-course dinner awaits Christmas Eve to New Year’s Day.
Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Rome Hotel
Wake up on Christmas morning to ornate decorations and candlelit displays, including a Christmas tree by renowned porcelain designer Rosenthal. A tasting menu from new Executive Chef Heros de Agostinis includes themed cocktails, while New Year’s celebrations include a Gran Gala dinner on Dec. 31 and brunch on Jan. 1.
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