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Escape from the traditional blue Christmas to a bright and sunny one surrounded by crystal blue waters and cloudless skies stretching to the infinite horizon. If you are one of those who shun away from tiresome family gatherings and flamboyant Christmas celebrations and looking for the perfect get-away, why not head over to Maldives? Though Maldives is not a Christian country, the locals celebrate Christmas with much vigor and color and is bound to offer a memorable Christmas vacation. Christmas celebrations in Maldives begin about a month early with a colorful procession on the main island and to which native Christians add Christmas carols to jazz it up. Whole of Maldives put on a colorful robe during this season and the whole of the archipelago will be bursting with joy and energy. Houses are decorated with shades of vibrant colors and hundreds of twinkling to lights to bring about a magnificent brilliance accentuated by the dark waters of the Indian Ocean. Pine branches and little fir trees are wrapped in bright streamers and adorned with little trinkets and placed inside the houses. Santa figurines and other traditional Christmas decorations spread the Christmas cheer to the rest of the household. The most important aspect of Christmas is to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ and amid all the celebrations the locals do not forget this as they gather around in the local churches dressed in new clothes in the morning hours on the 25th to sing praises and thanks to God. It is Maldivian tradition to offer present to Jesus and are placed on a table next to the altar. These beautifully wrapped presents are then exchanged among loved ones after the service. Later they gather around to cook and eat a delicious dinner or an al fresco lunch with family and friends. Join with the locals for a taste of an international festival with a local touch on the golden sandy beaches of Maldives. Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas like most other luxury hotels offer special offers during the Christmas season to bring the best Maldivian Christmas experience ever. In addition to the jet skiing, surfing and diving Maldives luxury hotel resorts put on a festive air during December and this Christmas will be an unforgettable one.
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