Outrigger Resorts has announced a festive program of beach activities for Christmas and New Year. The idyllic beach resort in the south of the Maldives has created an array of wonderful activities to take place from Dec. 19 to Jan. 2 at the resort.

Guests enjoying their holidays at the charming isle in the Ghaafu Daalu Atoll can enjoy sensations such as "Around the World" gourmet dinner, Santa visits, cocktails by the pool, DJ chill sessions, beach BBQs, open air movie nights, treasure hunts for kids, yoga on the beach, chocolate Santa and cookie decorating, sunset parasailing, semi submarine mermaid shows, trips to see authentic Maldivian island life, and more.

The activities fall under three festive themes:

For Little VIPs: Kids can enjoy activities such as sand sculptures on the beach, island treasure hunt, aqua gym, open-air movies, banana boat rides, secret garden picnics, making super hero capes, dance lessons, meeting Santa in his grotto and more.

For Adults: While the kids are playing (supervised), adults can enjoy complimentary yoga, guided snorkelling trips, morning meditation, fishing trips, beach barbecues, water polo, sushi making, a Southeast Asia culinary night, romantic sunset dinners, chilling by the pool (with in-house DJ), discovering nearby Castaway Islands, a Moroccan evening, Japanese night, Tai Chi on the beach, kayak racing, dolphin trips, snorkelling with a marine biologist, open air movies and more.

Out of the Ordinary Stuff: Guests can celebrate Christmas and New Year in style by renewing their vows on the beach, crossing the equator to the other side of the world, surfing (yes, surfing there are six reef breaks nearby), being castaway on their own island for the day (with nice food and drinks), visiting local islands, dining on the beach at a sunken table, and learning to cook Maldivian, Indian, Sri Lankan or Japanese cuisine.

The Outriggers festive experts include Matty Wainright (DJ from Bali), Christopher Long (executive chef), Roopesh Mohan (yoga and fitness trainer), Li Thy Thuy Bobby (spa treatments), Meliza Ricafrente (Kids Club), Dora Dzurjak (cocktails and wine), Don Sheehan (mixologist & cigars), and Santa Claus (dream maker).

Resting within the crystal waters of Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll, Outrigger Konotta Maldives Resort offers travellers complete privacy and intimate luxury. Guests are showered with uncompromising Outrigger hospitality, in the sanctuary of exquisite over-water bungalows, innovative Maldivian cuisine, rejuvenating Navasana Spa, reef adventure and stunning sea life. 21 Beach Pool Villas, 8 two-bedroom Beach Pool Villas, 21 Ocean Pool Villas, 2 Lagoon Pool Villas and the Grand Konotta Villa make the Maldives resort a one-of-a-kind destination for seclusion, romance, family holidays, and complete relaxation.

Outrigger Hotels and Resorts is a privately held leisure lodging, retail and hospitality company with corporate offices in Hawaii and operating globally in the Asia-Pacific, Oceania and Indian Ocean regions. From its Outrigger Signature Experiences to its Outrigger DISCOVERY loyalty program, the values-based company invites guests to escape ordinary with exceptional hospitality and authentic cultural experiences, incorporating local traditions and customs at each of its properties worldwide.

Check out the full program of festive season fun at Outrigger Konotta Maldives Resort here.