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Pulse Hotels & Resorts is targeting the GCC market with a range of unique and exclusive experiences curated for the regions’ avid traveller base, available across its luxury resorts for the festive season. Working with its partners at dnata, the hospitality group is unveiling exclusive offers and a range of experiences across its resorts – Kandima Maldives, Nova Maldives and The Nautilus Maldives – for a tropical festive season on Maldivian private isles for 2023/24.
Highlights include:
Nova Maldives: Exclusive winter offer with dnata Travel
In partnership with dnata Travel, the UAE’s longest serving travel provider, Nova has launched an all-inclusive holiday package with exclusive benefits for dnata’s travellers across the GCC, available this winter. In addition to the extensive range of activities and dining available to guests at Nova, dnata guests can enjoy the following, complimentary benefits: a VIP arrival experience with Manta Comfort Lounge Access, a Sunset Cruise, and enhanced in-villa minibar, to make the most of the stylish and spacious overwater and beach villas included in their stay.
Nova’s ‘Aqua Utopia’-themed festive celebrations begin on 22 December 2023 with a Christmas Tree Lighting and Barefoot White Party. On December 24, a Christmas Eve Cocktail Party and Gala Dinner are included in a guests’ stay. Festivities continue through to December 31, with highlights including a Full Moon Dinner & Party (26 December) and a New Year’s Eve Cocktail Party (31 December).
GCC travellers can make the most of up to 26% savings applicable on stays over five nights starting from 24 December 2023 to 10 January 2024. Rates start from AED 3,573 per accommodation per night. For bookings, access www.nova-maldives.com
Kandima Maldives: ‘Holoworld’ events starting from 22nd December
A festive wonderland, ‘Holoworld’ will transform the game-changing island resort of Kandima into a dreamscape of holographic lights and a kaleidoscope of colours for the festive period. The holiday celebrations will run from 22 December 2023 to 7 January 2024 with family-friendly offerings including a Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony leading up to the arrival of Santa Claus on Christmas Day, music performances, beach parties, an art fiesta, glamorous New Year’s Eve Gala, and so much more – for guests of all ages.
A highlight includes a mouthwatering outdoor buffet with cooked-to-perfection steaks and grilled dishes on New Year’s Eve at SMOKED, followed by an eclectic Asian brunch buffet spread to kick off the first week of 2024 at Sea Dragon.
GCC travellers can make the most of up to 55% savings applicable on stays over three nights starting from 24 December 2023 to 10 January 2024. Rates start from AED 3,106 per accommodation per night. For bookings, access www.kandima.com
The Nautilus Maldives: An ultra-luxury Festive Season Escape
This festive season, ‘Glistening Sojourn’ at the ultra-luxury private island resort The Nautilus is a must-do experience for travellers who enjoy bespoke luxury experiences and celebrating at their own pace. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner can be served at any time of the day for guests at this ultra-luxe bohemian hideaway, including a bespoke festive-themed breakfast feast on Christmas Day. This is followed by a glamorous Christmas Eve gala dinner, and a vibrant cocktail party and tantalising New Year’s Eve gala dinner, both included in a travellers’ stay. Embrace holistic wellness sessions and participate in sustainability-focused activities to begin 2024 on a positive and impactful way.
Each of the ultra-luxury private island resort’s houses and residences comes with the benefit of a dedicated butler service, granting guests the freedom to craft a world of their own making. They can partake in activities of their choice, on their own schedule. Additionally, The Nautilus offers a wealth of marine and water activities, from diving with the resident marine biologist to luxury private yacht excursions. Families can also enjoy local crafts and cinematic experiences. Travellers can book a stay at The Nautilus for a minimum of seven nights from 23 December 2023 to 10 January 2024 from AED 18,600 per accommodation per night. Find out more at www.thenautilusmaldives.com.
