Where To Go for Beach Vacations During the Holiday Season

Christmas Beach

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 holiday 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 holiday 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.

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.

Soneva Fushi

Soneva Fushi

Baa Atoll, Maldives

Soneva Fushi is where barefoot luxury, family adventure, and marine wonder meet immersive dining, jungle exploration, and a deep commitment to sustainability.

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.

Gili Lankanfushi

Gili Lankanfushi

North Malé Atoll, Maldives

Gili Lankanfushi is an over-water resort that combines barefoot luxury and unparalleled relaxation. Perfect for couples looking for an intimate ambience with incredible personalized service, experiential dining, holistic and aquatic adventures.

Six Senses Laamu

Six Senses Laamu

Laamu Atoll, Maldives

Six Senses Laamu is the only five-star resort on the virtually uncharted Laamu Atoll, boasting remote barefoot luxury. Known for its marine conservation initiative and experiences, outstanding natural beauty, powder white sand and pristine coral gardens.

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.

The Sarojin

The Sarojin

Khao Lak, West coast beaches and islands, Thailand

The luxury Sarojin is a stunning beach property designed in a contemporary Asian style on the quiet coastline of the unspoiled Thai province of Khao Lak, ideally located an hour north of Phuket on the west coast of Thailand.

The Oberoi Beach Resort, Mauritius

The Oberoi Beach Resort, Mauritius

West Coast, Mauritius

The Oberoi Mauritius is a resort that combines abundant natural beauty with refined luxury. Winding paths and Balinese style statues guide you to beautifully appointed villas and terrace pavilions offering panoramic views of the ocean.

Milaidhoo

Milaidhoo

Baa Atoll, Maldives

A tiny tropical slice of paradise, Milaidhoo is the perfect antidote to the bling of many Maldivian resorts, bringing back-to-basics, barefoot luxury to the Baa Atoll.

Niyama Private Islands

Niyama Private Islands

Dhaalu Atoll, Maldives

Set across two pristine islands, this luxury 5* resort offers double the fun for active families. Along with our Explorers Kids Club for younger children, sublime watersports, and a sense of seclusion, it’s the perfect escape for both couples and families

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