Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts around the world invite family travelers to experience holiday magic with its festive programming. From afternoon tea with Santa to a New Year’s Eve disco, there is something for every type of family traveler.
Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul
Delight in Turkish and international flavors on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day menus. Book the New Year, New You offer at the on-site spa, which includes a massage, Hammam, facial and special gift.
Shangri-La Toronto © Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts
Celebrate the season in Sri Lanka at Shangri-La Colombo. Attend the hotel’s tree lighting at the end of November. Guests and locals alike may take part in a Christmas Goodie Hunt starting Dec. 1.
Shangri-la Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi
Escape to the Middle East for the holiday season. Enjoy afternoon tea with Santa in the lobby lounge. Chi, The Spa offers weary travelers an array of winter-inspired treatments.
Book a three-course Festive Feast at on-site restaurant TĪNG, available now through Jan. 6. For guests ringing in 2026 in London, check out the fabulous Shangri-La Disco New Year’s Eve Extravaganza.
Shangri-La The Shard, London © Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts
This property’s An Enchanted Stay package invites guests to decorate their own in-room Christmas tree. Throughout the season, guests may enjoy special holiday meals and a Nutcracker Afternoon Tea, in partnership with National Ballet of Canada.
Learn more about festive programming.
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