Escape to paradise this winter for the ultimate sun-drenched getaway.

Exceptional weather, outstanding luxury resorts, immaculate beaches, an array of exhilarating experiences and untold fun for families, couples and solo travellers are all waiting for you to enjoy on your next holiday. This dream destination will provide excitement, relaxation, adventure and romance as well as enchanting celebrations unlike any other throughout the festive period. Feel rejuvenated from the top-class wellness facilities of your resort, be left awestruck by unparalleled views and discover dining venues offering scrumptious meals showcasing cuisines from across the globe. This destination’s high season occurs between December and February, meaning you’ll experience the warmest temperatures, clearest waters and cloudless skies. It’s all waiting for you on a once-in-a-lifetime winter holiday; can you guess where it is?

Discover our Maldives holidays.

Idyllic Weather

Guess where you can experience the festive season from a tropical paradise island, instead of the drizzly, grey UK? That’s right, it’s the Maldives. This enchanting Indian Ocean destination is a superb choice for a winter sun holiday, allowing you to soak up plenty of vitamin D as temperatures remain between a delightful 23 and 31℃ from December to April. This period of time is also the Maldives’ official dry season, when you can look forward to minimal rainfall, especially in January, the driest month of the year. You will also be treated to lots of sunshine, low humidity and warm, inviting lagoons around your island resort. The better weather also means wildlife enthusiasts are more likely to catch a glimpse of an exotic species, while those seeking an adventure will have the perfect conditions for water sports and island hopping experiences. Whatever you’re looking for on a winter getaway, a holiday in the Maldives will deliver.

Glorious Beaches

Guess where you can while away the hours this winter on a glorious sun-kissed sandy shore? The Maldives is absolutely right. Immaculate private expanses surround the luxury island resorts across this archipelago, making it a premier destination for a beach holiday all year round, but especially during winter, when you’re hoping to escape the cold of home. Villas are nestled on the waterfront and provide immediate access to the soft powdery sands, where you can relax and soak up the sunshine or enjoy family time by building sandcastles and combing for seashells. Get active with some water sports like paddleboarding, snorkelling, surfing and kayaking, with many resorts offering rentable equipment as part of your package. Evening times will be filled with cocktails, al fresco dining beneath the stars and pleasant walks along the shore feeling the sand beneath your toes.

Unmissable Celebrations

Guess where you can experience the most magical festive period ever? If you said the Maldives, then you’d be correct. Blend beach bliss with Christmas spirit for the ultimate winter holiday, with your wondrous resort organising amazing celebrations throughout December and January to make sure you experience Chirtsmas and the New Year in the best way possible. Jet off from the UK and dine on mouthwatering feasts and gala dinners, where exquisite international and local cuisines are showcased in spectacular dishes, while also sipping on an array of tantalising alcoholic beverages. Many resorts combine their tropical scenery and natural beauty with seasonal decorations and twinkly lights that create a breathtaking backdrop for taking unmatched holiday snaps. The sublime Maldives weather means that much of the celebrations will take place on the beach, so enjoy music, dancing and fireworks displays from your slice of paradise this winter.

One-of-a-kind Experiences

Guess where you can enjoy a winter escape that’s bursting with out-of-this-word experiences? Of course it's the Maldives. December and January are the best times for scuba diving. The Baa Atoll is home to an array of sea life during this period, and the crystal-clear waters makes it even easier to spot them. Ensure you look out for bottlenose dolphins, sea turtles, reef sharks and manta rays in the house coral reefs around your resort. Another unmissable experience that will launch your Maldives winter holiday to the next level is a catamaran cruise around the coast of your exclusive resort. Take in the beauty of this archipelago, admiring the varying landscapes of sand, sea and lush greenery, as well as spellbinding sunsets. The Maldives uniquely offers underwater restaurants for one-of-kind dining experiences. Sample delicious dishes with views of mystical marine life in the depths of the Indian Ocean.

Unrivalled Luxury

Guess where you can relax in unadulterated luxury surrounded by exceptional facilities? We’re sure you know by now that it’s the Maldives. Unrivalled comfort and seclusion awaits in the beach and overwater villas, where you can have access to turquoise lagoons, a private pool, floating breakfasts and room service. In your resort, you’ll also discover outstanding opportunities to feel truly pampered. Visit the spa for a serene treatment, melt away in the sauna and steam rooms or feel centred with some wellness activities like beach yoga and pilates. Holidaymakers looking to get active and break a sweat can enjoy the state-of-the-art fitness suites or get competitive on the sports courts that provide unmissable views of the Indian Ocean. The Maldives also promises delectable dining venues, innovative cocktails and tantalising wines, beers and spirits. Those on a once-in-a-lifetime family holiday can expect kids’ clubs, child-friendly entertainment, playgrounds, inflatable waterparks and slides among the features in their luxury resort.

“It’s pretty evident that this luxury destination is no other place than the Maldives.

“Escape cold winter days by swapping the UK for the sunny Maldives and enjoy unparalleled holiday experiences found nowhere else on earth.

“The Indian Ocean is a haven for exotic wildlife, and there’s no better time than winter to spot elusive marine life like dolphins, rays and turtles. Seek them out on a boat trip, or dive beneath the waves yourself for a snorkelling or scuba diving adventure.

“The luxury island resorts promise superb service as well as amazing amenities that will leave you feeling well and truly pampered. Spas, gyms and wellness centres are available, as well as unforgettable overwater villas and one-of-a-kind restaurants to make your winter holiday truly magical.

“Whatever your holiday needs are, let the Maldives ensure they are all catered for this winter, with the chance to experience a beachy Christmas and New Year’s Eve unlike any other.”

The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort

Begin each day in this tropical paradise with awe-inspiring views and the sound of waves lapping onto the powdery white shores. Fill your hours with outdoor pursuits, soaking up the sunshine. Kayaking, snorkelling, scuba diving and much more are available in this 5-star haven, as well as wellness activities and serene spa treatments. Perfect for romantic holidays and family getaways, everything you could need for an unforgettable experience is waiting for you.

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Kandima Maldives

Island bliss awaits at the luxury 5-star resort, Kandima Maldives. Picturesque villas promise views of the cerulean ocean, where you can explore the marine world with some water sports. Relax on the sugary white sands, topping up your tan and feeling well and truly rejuvenated, spend an afternoon in the spa or get active with some tennis. Evenings will be spent dining on delicious cuisines from around the world, as well as enjoying the live music and DJ performances.

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Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa

This crescent-shaped eden promises unspoilt views of the Indian Ocean and turquoise lagoons, as well as untold entertainment and relaxation for guests of every age. Jet off for an unrivalled family holiday, with a kids’ club, swimming pools, catamaran cruises and water sports available to ensure no moment in a dull one. For couples seeking romance, enjoy joint spa treatments and date nights in the aromatic restaurants. Stay on an All-Inclusive basis for even more amazing perks.

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Le Meridien Maldives Beach Resort & Spa

Pure luxury awaits in this 5-star island resort, and you’re guaranteed a once-in-a-lifetime holiday thanks to all of the exceptional amenities found here. Blend family fun with an idyllic retreat to paradise. The children’s hub, swimming pools and games room will keep little ones entertained, while the grown ups can enjoy the spa, fitness centre and a few cocktails. For special date nights, dine in the multitude of restaurants, where the views will wow you just as much as the flavours.

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OBLU NATURE Helengeli

Spend lazy days in the tropical sunshine on this jaw-droppingly natural Maldivian island. Wade in the adult-only infinity pool for a moment of bliss before heading to the spa for a divine treatment. For those seeking a more active holiday, there’s water sports aplenty, with an amazing house reef that goes all the way around the island to explore, as well as a host of superb dive sites nearby. You can also take advantage of yoga, aerobics and a gym, while children are more than welcome at OBLU NATURE Helengeli too, with hours of fun to be had in the fabulous family pool located right beside the beach.

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RAAYA by Atmosphere

Stay in the luxury beach and overwater villas that are synonymous with the Maldives at the 5-star RAAYA by Atmosphere resort. Spend your days in bliss on the beach, explore the lush mangroves, get active with some water sports or soar through the sky on the zipline. There really is a host of fun-filled activities to keep you entertained, as well as exceptional wellness facilities to ensure you go home feeling truly restored.

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