FESTIVE SEASON
CELEBRATE MEMORABLE MOMENTS
Create memorable moments and unforgettable memories this holiday season. This year, our Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome you and your loved ones to your island home at The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands. Embark on an island adventure and celebrate the festive season with traditional holiday activities for the family, attend extravagant gala dinners, find your sanctuary at The Ritz-Carlton Spa, explore underwater experiences by Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ambassadors of the Environment programme, learn about the Maldives and its indigenous cuisine at cooking classes and be awed by our Defining Moment ritual, where the sounds of the bodu beru welcome breathtaking sunsets. Browse our festive season booklet to learn more. Wishing you and yours, a very Merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year.
Renato de Oliveira General Manager The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands
THIS FESTIVE SEASON
22
DECEMBER
DINE
RITZ KIDS
Gingerbread House Decorating 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm La Locanda
Gingerbread House Decorating 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm La Locanda
Sangu Sundowner with Christmas Tree Lighting 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Eau Bar
Micro Plastic Hunter 5.00 pm – 6:00 pm Ritz Kids
Lobster Dinner Under The Stars* 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm Beach Shack
INDULGE
EXPERIENCE Sunrise Yoga 7:00 am – 7:45 am Mystique Garden Fit Boxing 11:00 am – 11:30 am Yoga Studio
MUST-DO Gingerbread House Decorating 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm La Locanda
*This event is chargeable, kindly contact your Aris Meeha to make a reservation. All events and activities require prior reservations.
Defining Moment At sunset Eau Bar
Face Gua Sha Workshop 10:00 am – 10:45 am The Ritz-Carlton Spa
EXPLORE Jet Ski Sandbank Tour* 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Dive Centre ‘Cities Under The Sea’ Snorkel* 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Dive Centre Dolphin Cruise by Traditional Dhoni* 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Dive Centre
23
DECEMBER
DINE
INDULGE
Maldivian Cooking Class* 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm La Locanda
Massage Technique Workshop 10:00 am – 10:45 am The Ritz-Carlton Spa
EXPERIENCE
EXPLORE
Sunrise Yoga 7:00 am – 7:45 am Mystique Garden
Turtle Snorkelling* 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Dive Centre
Yoga Therapy 9:00 am – 9:45 am Yoga Studio
Introduction to Marine Biology by Resident Naturalists 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Dive Centre *Ages 12 and up
Defining Moment At sunset Eau Bar Discover Cardio Tennis* 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm Tennis Court
MUST-DO Santa’s Workshop 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Ritz Kids
*This event is chargeable, kindly speak to your Aris Meeha to make a reservation. All events and activities require prior reservations.
RITZ KIDS Santa’s Workshop 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Ritz Kids
Night Snorkel* 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Dive Centre
24
DECEMBER
DINE
RITZ KIDS
Christmas Eve Cocktail Reception* 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Eau Bar
Marine Drifter Planktonology 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Ritz Kids *Ages 4 – 12
Christmas Eve Dinner* 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm La Locanda & Summer Pavilion
Children’s Christmas Eve Party 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Eau Bar
Christmas Eve Party* 9:00 pm onwards Eau Bar
INDULGE
EXPERIENCE
The Power Of Crystal Healing 10:00 am – 10:45 am The Ritz-Carlton Spa
Island Sunriser 7:15 am – 8:45 am Mystique Garden
EXPLORE
Muay Thai (Thai Boxing)* 11:00 am – 11:30 am Fitness Studio
MUST-DO Christmas Eve Dinner* 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm La Locanda & Summer Pavilion
*This event is chargeable, kindly contact your Aris Meeha to make a reservation. All events and activities require prior reservations.
Bodu Beru Master Class 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Games Room
Aerial Drone X 8:30 am – 9:30 am Dive Centre *Ages 14 and up Christmas Eve Dive* 8:30 am – 12:30 pm 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm Dive Centre Luxury Sunset Cruise on S/Y Jolly Roger* 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Dive Centre
25
DECEMBER
DINE
RITZ KIDS
Santa’s Arrival Parade 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm Eau Bar & Mystique Garden
Letter to Santa 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Ritz Kids
À la Carte Dinner* 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm Beach Shack
INDULGE
Teppanyaki & Sake Dinner* 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm Iwau
EXPERIENCE Sunrise Yoga with Healthy Breakfast* 7:15 am – 9:00 am Mystique Garden HIIT Workout 11:00 am – 11:30 am Fitness Studio
MUST-DO Santa’s Arrival Parade 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm Eau Bar & Mystique Garden
*This event is chargeable, kindly contact your Aris Meeha to make a reservation. All events and activities require prior reservations.
Sunset Yoga 6:30 pm - 7:15 pm Recreation Beach Defining Moment At sunset Eau Bar
Sound Journey 10:00 am – 10:45 am The Ritz-Carlton Spa
EXPLORE ‘Cities Under The Sea’ Snorkel* 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Dive Centre Dolphin Cruise By Traditional Dhoni* 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Dive Centre Sub Aqua X Underwater Drone* 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm Lagoon Quay Entrance *All ages
26
DECEMBER
DINE Boxing Day Brunch* 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm La Locanda Festive Cocktail Masterclass* 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm Eau Bar Premier League Night Dinner* 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm Beach Shack Armand de Brignac / Ruinart Champagne Dinner* 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm Tasting Room
EXPERIENCE Sunrise Yoga 7:00 am – 7:45 am Mystique Garden
MUST-DO Family & Friends Beach Fun Games 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm Recreation Beach
*This event is chargeable, kindly contact your Aris Meeha to make a reservation. All events and activities require prior reservations.
30-min Fit Boxing with Personal Trainer* 11:00 am – 11:30 am Fitness Studio Aerial Yoga 4:30 pm – 5:15 pm Yoga Studio *Ages 16 and up Family & Friends Beach Fun Games 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm Recreation Beach *Ages 6 and up
Defining Moment At sunset Eau Bar
RITZ KIDS Eco Heroes 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Ritz Kids
INDULGE Face Gua Sha Workshop 10:00 am – 10:45 am The Ritz-Carlton Spa
EXPLORE Turtle Snorkelling* 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Dive Centre iAQUA Reef Tour 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Dive Centre Night Snorkel* 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Dive Centre *Ages 6 and up
27
DECEMBER
DINE
RITZ KIDS
Legendary Sandbank* 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm Sandbank
The Secret Life of Plants 10:00 am – 11:00 am Ritz Kids
Maldivian Night with Bodu Beru Performance* 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm Beach Shack
Ambassadors in our Green Kitchen* 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Ritz Kids
EXPERIENCE Sunrise Yoga 7:00 am – 7:45 am Mystique Garden Yoga with props 9:00 am – 9:45 am Yoga Studio Maldivian Lacquer Art 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Beach Shack
MUST-DO Legendary Sandbank* 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm Sandbank
*This event is chargeable, kindly contact your Aris Meeha to make a reservation. All events and activities require prior reservations.
Defining Moment At sunset Eau Bar
INDULGE Massage Technique Workshop 10:00 am – 10:45 am The Ritz-Carlton Spa
EXPLORE Shark Snorkelling* 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Dive Centre *Ages 6 and up Coral Regeneration Experience Snorkel 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm Dive Centre *Ages 6 and up
28
DECEMBER
DINE
RITZ KIDS
Dim Sum Brunch* 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm Summer Pavilion
Fashion Show Rehearsal 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm Ritz Kids
Maldivian Cooking Class* 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm La Locanda
INDULGE
Cocktail Reception & Festive Fashion Show 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm Beach Shack Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Champagne Dinner* 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm Summer Pavilion Private Dining Room
EXPERIENCE Sunrise Yoga 7:00 am – 7:45 am Mystique Garden
MUST-DO Marine Biologist Scuba Dive* 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm Dive Centre
*This event is chargeable, kindly contact your Aris Meeha to make a reservation. All events and activities require prior reservations.
Yoga Therapy 9:00 am – 9:45 am Yoga Studio Body Balance Core Strength 11:00 am – 11:30 am Yoga Studio
The Power Of Crystal Healing 10:00 am – 10:45 am The Ritz-Carlton Spa
EXPLORE Aerial Drone X 8:30 am – 9:30 am Dive Centre *Ages 14 And Up Fly Board* 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Dive Centre Marine Biologist Scuba Dive* 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm Dive Centre Sandbank Visit* 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Dive Centre
29
DECEMBER
DINE Maldivian Cooking Class* 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm La Locanda Festive Cocktail Masterclass* 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm Eau Bar Lobster Dinner Under The Stars* 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm Beach Shack
EXPERIENCE Sunrise Yoga 7:00 am – 7:45 am Mystique Garden Traditional Flow Yoga 9:00 am – 9:30 am Yoga Studio
MUST-DO Sound Journey 10:00 am – 10:45 am The Ritz-Carlton Spa
*This event is chargeable, kindly contact your Aris Meeha to make a reservation. All events and activities require prior reservations.
Mat Pilates 11:00 am – 11:30 am Fitness Studio The Grand Slam Tennis Tournament 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Tennis Court
Defining Moment At sunset Eau Bar
RITZ KIDS Little Conservationist 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Ritz Kids Micro Plastic Hunter 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm Ritz Kids
INDULGE Sound Journey 10:00 am – 10:45 am The Ritz-Carlton Spa
EXPLORE ‘Cities Under The Sea’ Snorkel* 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Dive Centre Dolphin Cruise By Traditional Dhoni* 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Dive Centre
30
DECEMBER
MUST-DO Wine Tasting* 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm Tasting Room
*This event is chargeable, kindly contact your Aris Meeha to make a reservation. All events and activities require prior reservations.
DINE
INDULGE
Wine Tasting* 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm Tasting Room
Face Gua Sha Workshop 10:00 am – 10:45 am The Ritz-Carlton Spa
EXPERIENCE
EXPLORE
Sunrise Yoga 7:00 am – 7:45 am Mystique Garden
Fun Tube / Banana Ride* 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm Dive Centre
Table Tennis Tournament 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Games Room
Marine Biology Presentation 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Dive Centre *Ages 12 and up
Aerial Yoga 4:30 pm – 5:15 pm Yoga Studio *Ages 16 And Up
Sunset Fishing* 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Dive Centre
Defining Moment At sunset Eau Bar
Night Snorkel* 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Dive Centre
RITZ KIDS Whipped Cupcake Decoration 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Ritz Kids
31
DECEMBER
DINE
INDULGE
Welcome Cocktail* Celebrate the last sunset of 2022 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Massage Technique Workshop 10:00 am – 10:45 am The Ritz-Carlton Spa
New Year’s Eve Dinner* 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm New Year’s Eve Countdown Party* 11:00 pm onwards
EXPERIENCE Island Sunriser 7:15 am – 8:45 am Mystique Garden Muay Thai (Thai Boxing) 11:00 am – 11:30 am Fitness Studio
RITZ KIDS MUST-DO New Year’s Eve Celebration* 7:00 pm onwards
*This event is chargeable, kindly contact your Aris Meeha to make a reservation. All events and activities require prior reservations.
Marine Drifter Planktonology 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Ritz Kids Junior Tennis Camp 4:30 pm – 5:00 pm Ritz Kids
EXPLORE Aerial Drone X 8:30 am – 9:30 am Dive Centre *Ages 14 and up Last Dive of 2022* 8:30 am – 12:30 pm 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm Dive Centre Luxury Sunset Cruise on S/Y Jolly Roger* 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Dive Centre
1
JANUARY
DINE New Year’s Day Brunch* 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Summer Pavilion Japanese Whiskey Dinner* 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm Tasting Room
EXPERIENCE Yoga with Healthy Breakfast* 7:15 am – 9:00 am Mystique Garden HIIT Workout 11:00 am – 11:45 am Fitness Studio Sunset Yoga 6:30 pm – 7:15 pm Recreation Beach
MUST-DO New Year’s Day Brunch* 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Summer Pavilion
*This event is chargeable, kindly contact your Aris Meeha to make a reservation. All events and activities require prior reservations.
Defining Moment At sunset Eau Bar
RITZ KIDS Mixologist Class* 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Ritz Kids
Marine Drifter Planktonology 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Ritz Kids *Ages 4 – 12
INDULGE The Power Of Crystal Healing 10:00 am – 10:45 am The Ritz-Carlton Spa
EXPLORE Aerial Drone X 8:30 am – 9:30 am Dive Centre *Ages 14 and up ‘Cities Under The Sea’ Snorkel* 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Dive Centre Dolphin Cruise by Traditional Dhoni* 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Dive Centre Sub Aqua X Underwater Drone* 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm Lagoon Quay Entrance
2
JANUARY
DINE
INDULGE
Festive Cocktail Masterclass* 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm Eau Bar
Sound Journey 10:00 am – 10:45 am The Ritz-Carlton Spa
Levantine Night* 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm Arabesque
EXPLORE
EXPERIENCE
Jet Ski Sandbank Tour* 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Dive Centre
Sunrise Yoga 7:00 am – 7:45 am Mystique Garden Coral Project Workshop 10:30 am – 11:30 am Beach Shack Fit Boxing Class 11:00 am – 11:30 am Fitness Studio
MUST-DO Coral Project Workshop 10:30 am – 11:30 am Beach Shack
*This event is chargeable, kindly contact your Aris Meeha to make a reservation. All events and activities require prior reservations.
Defining Moment At sunset Eau Bar
RITZ KIDS Eco Heroes 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Ritz Kids
Introduction to Marine Biology by Resident Naturalists 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Dive Centre *Ages 4 – 12 Luxury Sunset Cruise on S/Y Jolly Roger* 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm Dive Centre Night Snorkel* 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Dive Centre
3
JANUARY
DINE
RITZ KIDS
Maldivian Night with Bodu Beru Performance* 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm Beach Shack
The Secret Life of Plants 10:00 am – 11:00 am Ritz Kids *Ages 4 – 12
EXPERIENCE Sunrise Yoga 7:00 am – 7:45 am Mystique Garden Yoga with Props 9:00 am – 9:45 am Yoga Studio HIIT Workout 11:00 am – 11:30 am Fitness Studio Bodu Beru Masterclass 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Games Room
MUST-DO Bodu Beru Masterclass 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Games Room
*This event is chargeable, kindly contact your Aris Meeha to make a reservation. All events and activities require prior reservations.
Ambassadors in our Green Kitchen* 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Ritz Kids
INDULGE Face Gua Sha Workshop 10:00 am – 10:45 am The Ritz-Carlton Spa
EXPLORE Traditional Sunrise Fishing* 7:00 am – 9:00 am Dive Centre Coral Regeneration Experience Snorkel 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm Dive Centre *Ages 6 and up
4
JANUARY
DINE Dim Sum Brunch* 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm Summer Pavilion Maldivian Cooking Class* 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm La Locanda Festive Cocktail Masterclass* 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm Eau Bar Billecart Salmon Champagne Dinner* 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm Summer Pavilion Private Dining Room
EXPERIENCE Sunrise Yoga 7:00 am – 7:45 am Mystique Garden
MUST-DO Turtle Snorkelling* 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Dive Centre
*This event is chargeable, kindly contact your Aris Meeha to make a reservation. All events and activities require prior reservations.
Discover Cardio Tennis* 8:30 am - 9:30 am Tennis Court Yoga Therapy 9:00 am – 9:45 pm Yoga Studio Body Balance Core Strength 11:00 am – 11:30 am Yoga Studio
Defining Moment At sunset Eau Bar
RITZ KIDS Treasure Hunt & Pirate Safari 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm Ritz Kids
INDULGE Massage Technique Workshop 10:00 am – 10:45 am The Ritz-Carlton Spa
EXPLORE Turtle Snorkelling* 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Dive Centre Marine Biologist Scuba Dive* 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm Dive Centre
5
JANUARY
DINE
RITZ KIDS
Legendary Sandbank* 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm Sandbank
Dream Catcher Making 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Ritz Kids
Maldivian Cooking Class* 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm La Locanda
Micro Plastic Hunter 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm Ritz Kids *Ages 4 – 12
Lobster Dinner Under The Stars* 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm Beach Shack
INDULGE
EXPERIENCE
The Power Of Crystal Healing 10:00 am – 10:45 am The Ritz-Carlton Spa
Sunrise Yoga 7:00 am – 7:45 am Mystique Garden
EXPLORE
Traditional Flow Yoga 9:00 am – 9:45 am Yoga Studio
MUST-DO Maldivian Cooking Class* 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm La Locanda
*This event is chargeable, kindly contact your Aris Meeha to make a reservation. All events and activities require prior reservations.
Fit Boxing 11:00 am – 11:30 am Yoga Studio Defining Moment At sunset Eau Bar
‘Cities Under The Sea’ Snorkel* 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Dive Centre Dolphin Cruise by Traditional Dhoni* 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Dive Centre
6
JANUARY
DINE
INDULGE
Wine Tasting* 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm Tasting Room
Sound Journey 10:00 am – 10:45 am The Ritz-Carlton Spa
Orthodox Christmas Cocktail Reception* 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Eau Bar
EXPLORE
Orthodox Christmas Celebration Dinner* 8:30 pm – 11:00 pm La Locanda & Summer Pavilion Orthodox Christmas Party* 9:00 pm onwards Eau Bar
EXPERIENCE Yoga with Healthy Breakfast* 7:15 am – 9:00 am Mystique Garden
MUST-DO Orthodox Christmas Cocktail & Dinner* 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm Eau Bar, La Locanda & Summer Pavilion
*This event is chargeable, kindly contact your Aris Meeha to make a reservation. All events and activities require prior reservations.
Table Tennis Tournament 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Games Room
RITZ KIDS Whipped Cupcake Decoration 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Ritz Kids
Turtle Snorkelling* 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Dive Centre *All ages Marine Biology Presentation 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Dive Centre *Ages 12 and up Night Snorkel* 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Dive Centre *All ages
7
JANUARY
DINE
INDULGE
Spanish Gastronomic Dinner* 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm Mystique Garden
Face Gua Sha Workshop 10:00 am – 10:45 am The Ritz-Carlton Spa
EXPERIENCE
EXPLORE
Island Sunriser 7:15 am – 8:45 am Mystique Garden
Aerial Drone X 8:30 am – 9:30 am Dive Centre *Ages 14 And Up
Muay Thai (Thai Boxing)* 11:00 am – 11:30 am Fitness Studio
iAqua Reef Tour* 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Dive Centre
Defining Moment At sunset Eau Bar
Luxury Sunset Cruise on S/Y Jolly Roger* 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Dive Centre
RITZ KIDS MUST-DO Luxury Sunset Cruise on S/Y Jolly Roger* 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Dive Centre
*This event is chargeable, kindly contact your Aris Meeha to make a reservation. All events and activities require prior reservations.
Marine Drifter Planktonology 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Ritz Kids *Ages 4 – 12 Junior Tennis Camp 4:30 pm – 5:00 pm Tennis Court
8
JANUARY
DINE
INDULGE
Japanese Whiskey Dinner* 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm Tasting Room
Massage Technique Workshop 10:00 am – 10:45 am The Ritz-Carlton Spa
Bollinger Champagne Dinner* 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm Mystique Garden
EXPLORE
EXPERIENCE
‘Cities Under The Sea’ Snorkel* 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Dive Centre
Yoga with Healthy Breakfast* 7:15 am – 9:00 am Mystique Garden
Dolphin Cruise By Traditional Dhoni* 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Dive Centre
HIIT Workout 11:00 am – 11:30 am Fitness Studio
Sub Aqua X Underwater Drone* 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm Lagoon Quay Entrance
Sunset Yoga 6:30 pm - 7:15 pm Recreation Beach
MUST-DO Dolphin Cruise By Traditional Dhoni* 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Dive Centre
*This event is chargeable, kindly contact your Aris Meeha to make a reservation. All events and activities require prior reservations.
Defining Moment At sunset Eau Bar
RITZ KIDS Gymnastic 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Ritz Kids
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