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Welcome to this, our guide to the upcoming celebrations at The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort – the exquisite Maldives retreat nestling in the aquamarine waters of the Indian Ocean. When we think of the festive season, perhaps conventional images spring to mind – wintry scenes with reindeer and sleigh-bells, robins and snowmen. But we believe we can keep these much-loved seasonal traditions while making the most of our beautiful setting – and deliciously warm climate… And that you can snorkel at sunrise or enjoy a barefoot stroll through Vommuli’s fine white sands – and then still enjoy ‘all the trimmings’ – followed, perhaps, by stargazing or a movie night on the beach. You’ll also discover how at the Maldives’ finest address, we bring a contemporary twist to the heritage of elegance and fine service that St. Regis has exemplified since the early 1900s. That was the ‘Gilded Age’, when John Jacob ‘Jack’ Astor IV opened his splendid hotel in New York – naming the hotel after Lake St. Regis – where wealthy New Yorkers of the era built elegant retreats. Spending delightful downtime by the waterside has always been part of the St. Regis story. But Jack was also building on that reputation for magnificent hospitality already established by the Astor dynasty – not least by his mother Caroline, the celebrated high society figure Mrs Astor, whose Midnight Suppers we still emulate – only transported from Fifth Avenue to the Indian Ocean. Join us for the celebrations – for ’tis the season to be jolly, Maldivian-style. For restaurant reservations please email stregis.maldivesvommuli@stregis.com or call +960 676 6333
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Magical, exquisite, indulgent... the festive season enjoyed in this Indian Ocean paradise is a memory you will never forget. 5
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DECEMBER
23 Christmas Tree Lighting VOMMULI HOUSE, 17:00 – 18:00
Start the Christmas celebrations in style – come and enjoy the lighting ceremony of the Christmas tree at Vommuli House.
DECEMBER
24 Magic Show VOMMULI HOUSE, 10:00 – 12:00
Children are invited to enjoy our fabulous magic show at the Kids’ Club. Children only.
Knockout Pool Tournament SOCIALITE, 16:00 – 17:00
Love pool? Show off your skills at our knockout tournament and win an amazing prize.
Sunset Welcome Reception WHALE BAR WITH DJ & SAX, 18:30 – 19:30
Enjoy delicious cocktails in the spectacular setting of our iconic Whale Bar, with sounds from our DJ and live saxophone.
Christmas Eve Dinner ALBA RESTAURANT AND BEACH, 19:30 – 22:30
A Christmas Eve feast that will delight all your senses with live cooking stations and the finest selections of wine to complement your favorite cuisine. Live performance on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day by Unoosha, our island nation’s much-loved leading vocalist.
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DECEMBER
25 Santa’s Arrival ALBA BEACH, 10:00 – 12:00
Santa Claus is coming to Vommuli. Don’t miss this golden opportunity to see Father Christmas. Head for Alba Beach and get a selfie with Santa!
Christmas Day Lunch ALBA RESTAURANT, 11:30 – 15:00
Enjoy a delicious three-course set contemporary Mediterranean menu with an Asian twist paired with the perfect wines.
Kids’ Fashion Show MEET AT VOMMULI HOUSE, 14:00 – 16:00
Our junior guests (aged 3 to 12 years) get to be supermodels for the day. Bring a selection of your own beachwear and casual clothes, then sashay down your very first runway show.
Christmas Wine Dinner DECANTER, 19:00 – 23:00
For the ultimate in gastronomy, indulge in a gourmet five-course dinner with an eclectic menu lovingly prepared by our Executive Chef Ayyoub Salameh, thoughtfully paired with exciting wines by our Sommelier, Khazan Singh. In the finest tradition of Astor hospitality, the Chef and Sommelier will host this dinner – and will introduce each course and the wine chosen to accompany it, leading a stimulating dinner conversation on the magical art of food and wine pairing. Limited availability.
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DECEMBER
26 Aqua Gym at Blue Hole IRIDIUM SPA, 08:00 – 09:00
Head to the Iridium Spa Pool where our experienced fitness trainers will host this invigorating cardio workout accompanied by energizing music.
Moonlight Meditation JETTY DOCK, 18:30 – 19:15
Join our Yoga Master to experience a wonderful moment of relaxation with restful breathing techniques – while enjoying the sunset.
Five-Course Dégustation Dinner DECANTER, 19:00 – 23:00
Another opportunity to experience a sublime gastronomic five-course dinner showcasing an appetising range of dishes prepared by our Executive Chef Ayyoub Salameh – expertly teamed with complementary wines by our Sommelier, Khazan Singh. The Chef and Sommelier will once again host this event, explaining how and why the individual bottles were selected to accompany each dish. An unmissable experience for any lover of fine wines and exceptional cuisine. Limited availability.
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DECEMBER
27 Table Tennis Knockout Tournament SOCIALITE CENTER, 17:00 – 18:00
We are delighted to welcome table tennis talents to join a knockout tournament at the Socialite Center. The winner receives a gift.
Mediterranean Souq ALBA RESTAURANT, 19:00 – 22:30
Enjoy the wonderful ambience at this ‘live cooking’ evening, combining the merits of buffet and à la carte dining, with grilled seafood and meat specialties, matched with some of the most sought-after wines from around the world. An interactive and entertaining offering, with a wide variety of preparation methods deployed to draw out the rich flavors of the ingredients.
DECEMBER
28 Knockout Air Hockey SOCIALITE CENTER, 15:00 – 16:00
Join us for a knockout Air Hockey tournament at the Socialite Center. Winners receive a gift.
Exquisite Asia ORIENTALE RESTAURANT, 19:00 – 22:30
In this serene and idyllic setting right beside the lagoon, you will be seated around the show kitchens where you can watch our chefs preparing Japanese, Indian and Chinese cuisine – while the waves lap gently on the beach beside you.
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DECEMBER
29 Moonlight Meditation J E T T Y D O C K , 18 : 3 0 – 19 : 15
Join our Yoga Master to experience a wonderful moment of relaxation with restful breathing techniques – while enjoying the sunset.
White & Black Truffle Dinner ALBA RESTAURANT, 19:00 – 22:30
Truffles are a superb delicacy, which lend themselves deliciously to the ingenuity and creativity of our Executive Chef Ayyoub Salameh. Enjoy a gastronomic five-course dinner with dishes created from white and black truffles, paired with the best wines from both the old and new worlds by our Island Sommelier, Khazan Singh.
DECEMBER
30 Volleyball ALBA BEACH, 16:00 – 17:00
Join our friendly and talented staff for a fun volleyball match.
Maldivian Fisherman’s Night ALBA RESTAURANT, 19:00 – 22:30
The ocean around us brings forth a true treasure trove of delights, with this dinner offering a mouthwatering introduction to Maldivian heritage. Alongside a buffet, expect ‘live cooking’, freshly-caught seafood and the wonderful Maldivian flavors. Enjoy!
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DECEMBER
31 Guest Cocktail Hour WHALE BAR WITH DJ & SAX, 19:30 – 20:30
Begin your New Year’s celebration at our iconic Whale Bar – to the party sounds of our DJ, accompanied by live saxophone.
Alba Beach Dinner ALBA BEACH, 20:30 – 23:30
Join us for a unique New Year’s Eve dinner, celebrated in style – in the finest tradition of Mrs Astor’s legendary Midnight Suppers, with the all élan of America’s Gilded Age transported to the Indian Ocean. Enjoy tastes from all around the world to be savored under the starry Maldivian evening sky, including an oyster bar, a cornucopia of seafood on ice and exceptionally fine wines.
New Year’s Eve Welcome the New Year with celebrated Maldivian singer Unoosha and dance your way into 2018 with our Resident DJ spinning your favourite tracks. Don’t miss the fireworks show at midnight and watch the glorious colors lighting up the night sky.
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JANUARY
01 Be a Master Chef MEET AT VOMMULI HOUSE, 12:00 – 16:00
We are delighted to invite all talented junior chefs to join in with this fun and engaging competition at the Kids’ Club.
Tennis Knockout Tournament TENNIS COURT, 16:00 – 17:00
Meet our tennis pro at the tennis court and join our knockout tournament. Winners receive a gift.
White Truffle Wine Dinner DECANTER, 19:00 – 22:30
White truffles have long been considered among the most delectable of foodstuffs, and this five-course gastronomic journey offers another opportunity to savour these wonderful delicacies, with a menu prepared by Executive Chef Ayyoub Salameh and paired with exquisite wines by our Sommelier, Khazan Singh. To help guests fully enjoy these mouthwatering flavour combinations, The Chef and Sommelier will host the dinner and offer their thoughts on the fascinating subject of food and wine pairing. Limited availability.
Full Moon Lobster and Champagne ALBA, 19:30 – 22:30
Savor an exquisite five-course Champagne and Lobster dinner seated next to the gently lapping waves and watch the full moon over the Indian Ocean.
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JANUARY
02 Bella Notte Five-Course Italian Menu ALBA WITH LIVE SAX, 19:00 – 22:30
Celebrate life, friends, family and culture on an Italian journey from Milan to Sicily, with specially crafted Italian dishes, from mouthwatering Mushroom Ravioli with Hazelnut & Sage Sauce to Saffron Risotto and Braised Veal Cheeks. This truly is La Dolce Vita!
JANUARY
03 Mediterranean Souq ALBA RESTAURANT, 19:00 – 22:30
Enjoy the wonderful ambience of this live cooking supper, combining the merits of buffet and à la carte evening. Expect grilled seafood and delicious meat specialties, matched with some of the most sought-after wines from around the world. An interactive and entertaining offering, where watching the preparation of your meal is part of the pleasure – alongside the wealth of extraordinary flavors.
JANUARY
04 Exquisite Asia ORIENTALE RESTAURANT, 19:00 – 22:30
In this serene and idyllic setting right beside the lagoon, you will be seated around the show kitchens where you can watch our chefs preparing Japanese, Indian and Chinese cuisine – while the waves lap gently on the beach beside you.
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JANUARY
05 Maldivian Fisherman’s Night ALBA RESTAURANT AND BEACH, 19:00 – 22:30
The ocean around our island offers up a treasure trove of delights – and this dinner is a mouthwatering celebration of the fruits of the sea and of Maldivian heritage and traditional cooking, with both a buffet and ‘live cooking’. Meeruokon’ kaalacchey!, as the locals say, or Bon Appetit!
JANUARY
06 Russian Christmas Eve Barbecue ALBA RESTAURANT AND BEACH, 19:00 – 22:30
Experience all the warmth and exuberance of a Russian Christmas celebration – brought to you in style on the beach at Alba. Starting with Oscietra Caviar enjoyed with Champagne, live music from Unoosha, and of course, fireworks.
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Villas & Suites
• Garden Villas with Pool • Overwater Villas with Pool • Beach Villas with Pool • Sunset Overwater Villas with Pool • Overwater St. Regis Suites • Two-Bedroom Family Villas with Pool • Knickerbocker Villa • Cesar Balsa Villa • Caroline Astor Estate • John Jacob Astor Estate Experience 1. Iridium Spa
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2. Vommuli House: Kids’ Club, Fitness Center, Anti-Gravity Yoga Studio, Hair & Beauty Salon 3. Socialite 4. Tennis Court
Cesar Balsa Villa
5. The Library
Arrival Jetty
6. Vommuli Dive & Water Sports Center 7. Water Amphitheater
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8. St. Regis Boutique 9. Infinity Pool
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