Coco Bodu Hithi, part of Coco Collection, is welcoming the 2026–2027 festive season with Island Glow: Moments Made to Remember, a programme centred on togetherness, shared experiences and the relaxed beauty of a Maldives island escape.
Running from 22 December 2026 to 7 January 2027, the festive programme combines seasonal dining, Maldivian culture, live entertainment, wellness experiences and ocean adventures. For travelers planning a Christmas or New Year holiday in the Maldives, Coco Bodu Hithi offers a festive experience designed for families, couples and friends alike.
Island Glow Begins with Festive Traditions
The celebrations begin with the resort’s Annual Festive Tree Lighting, bringing guests together with sparkling lights, live music and a celebratory toast.
Throughout the festive period, guests can experience a blend of international holiday traditions and authentic Maldivian touches. Activities include local handicraft experiences, underwater coral planting, cocktails, Christmas carols and live performances.
On 24 December, Christmas Eve takes centre stage with a Gala Dinner accompanied by live music, creating an elegant evening surrounded by the island’s tropical setting.
Christmas morning begins at a more relaxed pace with brunch before Santa makes his festive arrival at the Main Jetty. Later in the day, guests can enjoy Maldivian flavours, traditional music and island-inspired celebrations.
Experiences for Families, Couples and Friends
A key part of the Island Glow programme is the opportunity to spend quality time together.
Families can explore Coco Bodu Hithi’s house reef or take part in a playful cook-off. Couples can enjoy a private escape to a Maldivian sandbank or create lasting memories with an underwater photoshoot.
For friends, the programme includes interactive experiences such as sushi making, local cooking and cocktail workshops. Sunset cruises and relaxed evenings beside the ocean add to the laid-back festive atmosphere.
These experiences allow guests to discover different sides of the Maldives beyond the traditional beach holiday, combining recreation, culture and connection.
Festive Dining and Wellness by the Ocean
Food and wellness are also central to the festive programme. Guests can enjoy freshly grilled dishes by the beach, as well as intimate Wine & Dine experiences.
For those looking to slow down during the holiday period, Coco Spa offers coconut-infused treatments, Ayurvedic therapies and restorative experiences designed for two.
Younger guests are also included in the celebrations, with nature walks, marine-inspired crafts, movies, karaoke and hands-on activities providing opportunities for fun and discovery.
Welcoming 2027 in the Maldives
New Year’s Eve begins with a cruise across Maldivian waters, giving guests the opportunity to toast the final sunset of 2026.
The evening continues with an elegant Gala Dinner, followed by live performances, DJ entertainment and the Festive Raffle Draw. The celebrations build towards the midnight countdown and the arrival of 2027.
For international travelers and travel partners planning festive Maldives holidays, experiences such as these demonstrate how island resorts continue to combine destination appeal with carefully curated seasonal programming.
Festive Celebrations Continue into January
The Island Glow programme continues into the new year with leisurely dining, underwater activities and evenings by the sea.
The resort will also mark the Orthodox Christmas period with an Orthodox Christmas Eve Gala Dinner. On 7 January, Orthodox Christmas Day, the festive season concludes with a relaxed Breeze Beach BBQ, featuring freshly grilled favourites and live entertainment beside the ocean.
A Festive Maldives Experience Built Around Togetherness
Set among turquoise waters and surrounded by the natural beauty of the Maldives, Coco Bodu Hithi brings together private pool villas, island experiences and warm Maldivian hospitality for the festive season.
The Island Glow: Moments Made to Remember programme reflects a simple idea: holidays are about the moments shared with the people who matter.
Coco Bodu Hithi has also received recognition at the Condé Nast Johansens Awards for Excellence, being named Best Service in 2025 and Best Waterside Hotel in 2026.
Lets Go Maldives Perspective
At Lets Go Maldives, we see festive programmes such as Island Glow as an important part of the Maldives’ appeal during the Christmas and New Year travel period. For international travel partners, the combination of festive dining, cultural activities, wellness and marine experiences provides opportunities to create varied holiday itineraries for couples, families and groups.
As a leading travel company in the Maldives and experienced Maldives DMC, our team connects international travel partners and travelers with carefully selected Maldives resorts and island experiences.
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