End 2020 on a high note by indulging in these fun activities at the secluded beachfront haven
This hasn't been a great year so why not bid it farewell by giving yourself a well-deserved treat? In fact, One&Only Desaru Coast has got that all sorted for you. From festive epicurean delights to seasonal sports events and lively family activities, you can expect nothing but fun and laughter with those near and dear during the holidays here.
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Have yourself a jolly Christmas
Kick the Christmas festivities into high gear by spending it with an indulgence of holiday tipples, elaborate feasts, masterclasses and even a festive bonfire. Miss dancing with friends? Ember Beach Club (think Potato Head in Bali but along the idyllic Desaru beach) is partying up with live DJ entertainment and al fresco dining right on the sand. Here's what the line-up of activities at the luxury resort throughout the season look like:
Dates
December 19
11am-1pm: Gingerbread House Decorating, maximum eight children, aged four to eleven
3pm-6pm: Ornament Painting (kids only)
4pm-6pm: Family Basketball Tournament at Club One, maximum eight guests
7.30pm: Cosy Movie Night outside Essential pool cafe
December 22
2pm-4pm: Malaysian Lost Tales Masterclass at Ambara, RM500 per guest (maximum six guests)
December 23
2pm-4pm: Festive Gourmet Masterclass at Ambara, RM500 per guest (maximum six guests)
7.30pm: Cosy Movie Night outside Essential
December 24
7pm-8pm: Christmas Carol at Dusky Monkey
7.30pm: Christmas Eve Cocktails with general manager Jerome Colson at Dusky Monkey
8pm: Christmas Eve Feast at Ambara, RM600 per adult (complimentary for children aged eleven and below)
December 25
10am-11am: Santa's Visit at Dusky Monkey
12.30pm-4pm: Christmas Day Brunch* at Ember Beach Club, RM550 per adult (excluding beverage)
8pm: The Ultimate Christmas Dinner* (four-course menu) at Ambara, RM520 per adult (excluding beverage)
*Brunch and dinner complimentary for children aged eleven and below
December 26
4.30pm-6.30pm: Soccer Tournament at Club One
7.30pm: Cosy Movie Night outside Essential
(Time to be advised): Sandcastle Building Competition at Ember Beach Club
December 27
11am-1pm: Festive Hunt (for children aged four to eleven)
2pm-4pm: Pastry Workshop at Ambara, RM300 per guest (maximum six guests)
December 28
4pm-6pm: Shaken & Stirred Masterclass at Dusky Monkey, RM300 per guest (maximum eight guests)
7.30pm: Cosy Movie Night outside Essential
December 29
10am-1.30pm: Glitz & Glam T-Shirt Making at Creative Studio, maximum eight children, aged four to eleven
11am-5pm: Caricature Wonders at Dusky Monkey
December 30
11am-1pm: Soaring High at Ember Beach Club, maximum eight children, aged four to eleven
4pm-6pm: Padel Tournament at Club One, maximum 20 guests
9pm: Festive Bonfire at Ocean Lawn
