Whether you’re escaping the family or bringing them with you, Christmas beach vacations are a fantastic way to experience the festive season in a new light. Create new vacation memories by building sandcastles instead of snowmen, and surfing waves instead of ice.

Alternatively, Christmas beach vacations are great for those who don’t celebrate but want a break from the cold season to enjoy some of the world's most luxurious destinations for winter sun.

No matter why you’re after a hot vacation at Christmas, here are some beach vacation destinations that are great to visit in December and over the Christmas period. Alternatively, speak to one of our travel specialists for more suggestions and to start planning your trip.

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Niyama Private Islands

Niyama Private Islands

Dhaalu Atoll, Maldives

Niyama Private Islands is a luxury 5* Indian Ocean resort set on two pristine islands on the Dhaalu Atoll in the Maldives. With an Explorers kids club, exceptional watersports and a sense of privacy, Niyama is perfect for both couples and families alike.

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Gili Lankanfushi

Gili Lankanfushi

North Male Atoll, Maldives

Gili Lankanfushi is an over-water resort which combines barefoot luxury with sophistication. It is a small island with an intimate feel to it, diverse and experiential dining options and extremely high levels of service.

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Baraza Resort and Spa

Baraza Resort and Spa

Zanzibar Coast, Tanzania

Located on the east coast of Zanzibar, Baraza is a luxurious, family-friendly hotel with a variety of one and two bedroom villas set on a beautiful stretch of beach. With only 30 villas in total, each with private pools, the feel is small and exclusive.

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Six Senses Laamu

Six Senses Laamu

Laamu, Maldives

Six Senses Laamu is the only resort on the virtually uncharted Laamu Atoll in the Maldives, deep in the Indian Ocean. The island is of outstanding natural beauty, powder white sand, lush tropical vegetation and crystal clear waters.

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Six Senses Yao Noi

Six Senses Yao Noi

Koh Yao Noi, Thailand

Six Senses Yao Noi is a fabulous luxury Six Senses property in a stunning location amongst the picturesque limestone pinnacles of Phang Nga Bay. This is a tucked away, private boutique resort, making it a real retreat.

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Soneva Fushi

Soneva Fushi

Baa Atoll, Maldives

Soneva Fushi is the ultimate in barefoot luxury with a range of secluded private villas all with their own beach gardens. Soneva Fushi is set in the remote Baa Atoll in the Maldives with access to some of the best dive spots in the world.

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The Datai Langkawi

The Datai Langkawi

Langkawi, Malaysia

With a stunning rainforest backdrop, this luxury, well established hotel is consistently one of our favorites. With its excellent service, unique rooms, exceptional restaurants and superior facilities, The Datai Langkawi is the perfect beach retreat.

Beach Golf Spa & health
Constance Halaveli Resort

Constance Halaveli Resort

Maldives

Constance Halaveli is an exquisite island retreat located in the North Ari Atoll in the Maldives. The hotel exudes an idyllic and tranquil atmosphere, and its very private beach and over-water villas blend Maldivian design with a contemporary flourish.

Beach Diving Spa & health
Calabash

Calabash

Grenada

Calabash Grenada is a small, informal, luxury hotel with an excellent reputation for high standards of personal service. Situated on a secluded, powdery sand beach, its relaxed and intimate atmosphere will ensure guests are welcomed as part of the family.

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Kaya Mawa

Kaya Mawa

Likoma Island, Lake Malawi, Malawi

Kaya Mawa is an intimate, beautifully designed lodge on a lovely beach on the tiny Likoma Island, situated in the middle of Lake Malawi. It is deemed to be one of the most isolated and unique destinations in Malawi, perfect for families or honeymooners!

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