LUX* Resorts and Hotels has unwrapped a series of festive packages for Christmas and New Year holidaymakers at its exclusive properties in Mauritius, the Maldives and China.
“Across our properties, we’re committed to helping people enjoy ‘a lighter, brighter’ luxury holiday experience where every stay is extraordinary,” said Dominik Ruhl, Chief Operating Officer of The Lux Collective. “The Christmas season is the ideal time to showcase our boutique brand’s creativity and attention to detail, whether in festive feasts, family-friendly activities or Santa celebrations on the sand.”
LUX* North Male Atoll – Maldives
Fresh from its recent recognition at the 2019 Conde Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards, where within its first year of operation LUX* North Male Atoll was named among the ‘Top 30 Resorts in the Indian Ocean’, the property has revealed a lively schedule for the forthcoming celebratory season.
An intimate resort featuring 67 dual-storey designer residences, each with private pools and Sky Lounges, LUX* North Male Atoll is setting the standard for jet-set island living with its international fine dining, overwater spa, swimming pools, yoga, snorkelling safaris, cooking classes, beach volleyball, private yacht charters and high-octane watersports.
Festive highlights at LUX* North Male Atoll include a Christmas tree lighting ceremony on the beach, arts and crafts in Santa’s workshop, gingerbread house decorating at Glow Bar, Christmas cake decorating, seasonal-themed kids’ activities, a special Santa welcome on the sand on Christmas Day, and a White Christmas Gala Dinner.
A one-bedroom water villa at LUX* North Male Atoll is priced from AUD$4,905 per night, while a one-bedroom deluxe water villa is priced from AUD$5,395 per villa per night. Prices are valid from 24 December 2019 to 7 January 2020, and domestic round-trip transfers start from $575 per adult.
LUX* South Ari Atoll- Maldives
Set on the picture-perfect island of Dhidhoofinolhu, and home to 193 private villas, a 5-star PADI dive centre offering easy access to resident whale sharks, turtles and manta rays, two infinity pools, an indulgent spa and multiple eateries and bars, LUX* South Ari Atoll will blend desert-island chic with a spirited schedule of activities this silly season.
Highlights include family-friendly favourites such as chocolate and Christmas-tree making, beachside carol singing, art workshops and festive-themed bingo and quiz nights, as well as a choice of multi-course dinner or laidback buffet dining on Christmas Day, and a New Year’s Eve gala dinner and party under the stars.
A beach pavilion villa at LUX* South Ari Atoll is priced from AUD$2,530 per night. Prices are valid from 24 December 2019 to 8 January 2020, and domestic round-trip seaplane transfers start from AUD$565 per adult.
LUX* Belle Mare – Mauritius
Epitomising idyllic island life, LUX* Belle Mare puts a fresh twist on high-end hospitality, with interiors designed by Kelly Hoppen, an indulgent LUX* Me Spa perfect for pampering, cosmopolitan dining options and the island’s largest swimming pool.
This year’s curated Christmas activity program will include a Christmas magic show, Christmas Eve surf-n-turf feast, family cupcake bake-off, gingerbread-making competition, Christmas classics cooking classes, horse-riding, a colourful beachfront carnival to celebrate Santa’s arrival on December 25th, and New Year’s Eve festive fireworks.
Between 22nd December 2019 and the 3rd of January 2020, a Junior Suite at LUX* Belle Mare starts at AUD$2,050 per night for two guests. For the same dates, on Ocean View Villa starts at AUD$5,225 per night for two guests. Bookings are subject to availability.
LUX* Grand Gaube – Mauritius
A clever balance of contrasts and fresh design on the island’s northern coast, LUX* Grand Gaube delivers a pioneering vision from designer Kelly Hoppen and an eclectic retro-chic lifestyle that’s effortlessly sophisticated, yet blissfully informal. Amidst lush tropical gardens, LUX* Grand Gaube is enveloped by undulating coves, the calmest of lagoons and is blessed with tranquil beaches and spectacular swimming pools.
Festive highlights at LUX* Grand Gaube include Christmas markets and tree lighting ceremony, a fabulous Great Gatsby themed evening soiree, tree designing and decorating at Junk Art gallery, a family-friendly Christmas cooking baking competition, and the arrival of Santa on the beach.
During the festive period (22 December 2019 – 3 January 2020) a superior room on half board at LUX* Grande Gaube starts at AUD$1,535 per night, while a Prestige Junior Suite starts at AUD$2,305 per night. Both rates are for two people sharing and are subject to availability upon booking.
LUX* Tea Horse Road – China
On the other side of the world, LUX* Tea Horse Road is a series of properties in majestic locations along one of China’s most epic ancient caravan trading routes. Home to local wineries, magnificent mountains, ancient monasteries, untouched villages, raging rivers and endangered wildlife – including clouded leopards, Himalayan blue sheep and snub-nosed monkeys – LUX*Tea Horse Road will celebrate Christmas and New Year in serious style.
Festive events at LUX* Tea Horse Road hotels include a warm welcome to Santa on Christmas Eve, a ‘tree of wishes’ ceremony, paddock-to-plate Christmas Eve dinner, cultural performances and mulled wine to set the mood. Visit between late December and early January to catch a one-of-a-kind performance at the Cham Dance Festival, when masked monks dance to traditional Tibetan music.
On New Year’s Eve, enjoy heartfelt Chinese hospitality with a gala dinner, official countdown, performances and fireworks, or choose to stay for Chinese New Year later in January and experience the ‘God of Fortune’ welcome, cultural performance, a divine dinner and fabulous fireworks.
A five-day stay at LUX* Tea Horse Road including full-board, airport transfers and immersive excursions is AUD$1,890 per guest, with an additional AUD$220 per guest payable for stays over Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve or Chinese New Year’s Eve.
