Unforgettable Festive Fun at Soneva

Luxurious private villas, rare seasonal experiences and one-of-a-kind culinary journeys with visiting Michelin-starred chefs promise spectacular stays at Soneva Fushi and Soneva Jani in the Maldives and Soneva Kiri in Thailand throughout the month of December.

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A December to Remember

Don’t miss out on the magic of the festivities at Soneva’s family of resorts in the Maldives and Thailand, where rare experiences promise a lifetime of precious memories. This December, an unforgettable holiday programme awaits once again at Soneva Fushi, Soneva Jani and Soneva Kiri, with visits from Santa, Michelin-starred chefs, sporting legends and iconic culinary journeys to ring in the New Year. Book your stay for December 2023 now and enjoy exclusive offers on luxurious over-water and island villas.

Live the Magic

A festive season unlike any other, our December holiday programmes in the Maldives and Thailand will offer indulgent family experiences; festive feasts and exquisite dining with renowned chef Maria José San Román; transformative wellness programmes at Soneva Soul; one-on-one sessions osteopath Hortensia Corredoira and football freestyler Marcel Gurk; and a fun-packed daily programme for children of all ages at The Den.

An Evening with Lior Suchard

Lior Suchard’s mind-blowing performances of miraculous predictions, influencing thoughts and startling mind reading have made him the most sought-after mentalist in the world. While at Soneva Fushi last year, he performed one intimate show on Christmas Eve 2022, and took guests on an incredible journey through the wonders of the human brain.

What’s On

Our Soneva Stars calendar features exclusive experiences with visiting Michelin-starred chefs, wellness specialists and sporting legends.

November 25, 2023 – December 5, 2023

Maria José San Román

María is a Michelin-starred Spanish chef and restaurateur, renowned for her celebration of iconic Spanish ingredients, refreshingly authentic culinary style and exceptionally high standards. Her signature approach is founded on the low-key evolution of the natural flavours found in the best ingredients that Spain has to offer. Based in Alicante, she is the proprietor of Grupo Gourmet Alicante, a collection of six restaurants and an artisan bakery workshop that sets a new paradigm in Spanish gastronomy. With her Michelin-starred restaurant Monastrell, this high-energy, highly creative visionary has returned to her roots to explore natural foods and healthy approaches to world-class cuisine. Her menu pays homage to its Mediterranean location, showcasing a bounty of locally sourced ingredients from extra virgin olive oil, local rice varieties, seafood and saffron, to vegetables grown in her own “huerta”, and artisan breads created in her bakery workshop. She is a frequent speaker and instructor for various international events and forums around the world such as Madrid Fusión, the Culinary Institute of America in California, Food and Fun in Iceland, and the Congress of Gastronomy and Neuroscience at Valencia.

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December 10, 2023 – December 26, 2023

Marcel Gurk

Hailed as one of the best football freestylers in the world, Marcel Gurk is the current German champion, holds ten Guinness World Records and is the author of the world’s first book on football freestyling. He made it to the semifinal of Germany’s Got Talent, Das Supertalent, and travels around the world sharing his unique skills. Having studied sport and media management in Dusseldorf, Marcel also specialises in working with children and has designed his own unique concept to help take his students’ skills to the next level. While in the Maldives, he will be hosting football freestyling workshops for Young Sonevians at Soneva Fushi and Soneva Jani.

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December 15, 2023 – December 26, 2023

Dr Ryuki Hyodo

Dr Ryuki Hyodo is a planetary scientist at Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) as an International Top Young Fellow and spends several months per year working at Institut de Physique du Globe de Paris (IPGP). He specialises in planetary formation theory and planetary exploration, actively contributing to the development of next-generation planetary missions within JAXA. Previously having participated in planetary missions of the European Space Agency (ESA), NASA, and JAXA, with the contribution of optimising mission design for the most significant scientific insights and discoveries. His research interests are focused on understanding the formation and evolution processes of various planetary systems, small celestial bodies, and rings, using computer simulations and theoretical methods. He is known for his notable work on the formation of Saturn’s rings, and his research on Phobos, one of Mars’ moons, has suggested the possibility of finding traces of past Martian life on its surface. Dr Hyodo’s research has been published in esteemed scientific journals, including Science and Nature Geoscience.

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Enjoy personal CIP service for a hassle-free arrival and departure experience and exclusive lounge access in the Maldives and Thailand. Advanced bookings are recommended.

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Choose Your Perfect Villa

With one to nine bedrooms, private pools and home-away-from-home details such as fitness suites and wine cellars, our expansive private villas have room for families and groups of all sizes. Choose to stay in an island villa, surrounded by jungle and just steps from the beach, or in the largest over-water villas in the Maldives, with spectacular views over the azure ocean.

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1 Bedroom Beach Villa

Beach Hideaway

A secluded beachfront villa, hidden amongst the mangroves for the ultimate escape.

2 Bedroom Sunrise Villa

2 Bedroom Crusoe Suite with Pool

A playfully indulgent villa suite across two floors, offering an outdoor bathroom, wine fridge, upper terrace and living area.

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2 Bedroom Water Reserve

2 Bedroom Water Reserve with Slide

The master bedroom includes an ensuite bathroom and a retractable roof, while the second bedroom is upstairs and features a roof deck.

2 Bedroom Beach Villa

2 Bedroom Junior Beach Pool Retreat

A retreat just steps from the beach offering an outdoor bathroom, seating and dining areas, a spa treatment area and a TV lounge.

3 Bedroom Sunrise Villa

3 Bedroom Beach Retreat with Pool

Our 3 Bedroom Beach Retreat with Pool is a spacious island villa fit for a family or group of friends.

4 Bedroom Island Reserve

4 Bedroom Island Reserve with Slide

Your own luxurious beachfront mansion. Frolic in the sea or the shade. Refresh your soul in the sauna or with sundowners from the cellar.

Personalise Your Stay

Contact our Reservations Team today to tailor-make your stay or discover our special offers. Best rates guaranteed on Soneva.com.

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Unique Tropical Destinations

Soneva Fushi

The original Soneva in the Maldives’ Baa Atoll. Soneva Fushi inspires the imagination with 53 beachfront villas and eight Water Reserves, ranging from one to nine bedrooms

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Soneva Jani

Uninterrupted ocean views create a unique castaway experience. The overwater and island villas offer the ultimate in privacy and laid back luxury.

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Soneva Kiri

Located in tropical rainforest, on an unspoiled island with some of the best beaches in Thailand, Soneva Kiri offers an unparalleled blend of luxury and eco-friendly design.

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Soneva in Aqua

Soneva in Aqua offers the freedom to explore the Indian Ocean. This luxurious two cabin yacht has elegant spacious interiors, multiple levels of decks and an outdoor Jacuzzi.

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Soneva Fushi

The original Soneva in the Maldives’ Baa Atoll. Soneva Fushi inspires the imagination with 53 beachfront villas and eight Water Reserves, ranging from one to nine bedrooms

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Soneva Jani

Uninterrupted ocean views create a unique castaway experience. The overwater and island villas offer the ultimate in privacy and laid back luxury.

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Soneva Kiri

Located in tropical rainforest, on an unspoiled island with some of the best beaches in Thailand, Soneva Kiri offers an unparalleled blend of luxury and eco-friendly design.

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Soneva in Aqua

Soneva in Aqua offers the freedom to explore the Indian Ocean. This luxurious two cabin yacht has elegant spacious interiors, multiple levels of decks and an outdoor Jacuzzi.

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