Star-Studded Christmas at Sirru Fen Fushi with NASA Astronauts

NASA Astronauts Light Up Sirru Fen Fushi for Christmas

Sirru Fen Fushi – Private Lagoon Resort in the Shaviyani Atoll will host a celestial celebration this Christmas. In partnership with SpaceCat astrotourism, the resort will welcome retired NASA astronaut Dominic A. Antonelli and Analog Astronaut Anisa Qureshi for exclusive events under some of the planet's most transparent, light-pollution-free night skies.

Due to its remote location and unspoiled surroundings, Sirru Fen Fushi is one of the few destinations in the Maldives that offers guests a truly night sky, where the stars shine with brilliance. This unique feature makes it a dream destination for astronomy enthusiasts and anyone seeking a deeper connection with the cosmos. This holiday season, guests will enjoy sparkling champagne and be mesmerized by the dazzling night skies of Sirru Fen Fushi—and inspired by astronauts who have travelled beyond our planet.

The stellar festivities begin on December 24th with a special Meet & Greet during the resort’s Christmas Cocktail Party. Guests can mingle with Dominic "Tony" Antonelli, a veteran NASA Space Shuttle pilot, and Anisa Qureshi, who shares her inspiring experiences as an Analog Astronaut.

On Christmas Day, Antonelli will present a lecture titled "Seeing Home from Space," where he will share insights on how viewing Earth from space transforms one’s perspective of home and humanity.

The excitement continues on December 26th when Qureshi delivers her lecture, "My Analog Astronaut Mission Experience." She will illuminate the training and exploration involved in preparing for space challenges. Later that evening, she will lead a mesmerizing stargazing experience, "Beyond Exploration," guiding participants through constellations and cosmic wonders while reflecting on humanity’s enduring quest to explore the unknown.

The grand finale occurs on December 27th, with Antonelli returning for his captivating talk, "Journey of a Space Shuttle Pilot." In this presentation, he offers an insider’s account of piloting the Space Shuttle and the technical marvels of human space exploration.

This collaboration with SpaceCat Astrotourism marks another extraordinary chapter for Sirru Fen Fushi. It highlights the resort’s commitment to sustainability and connection with nature while providing guests with transformative moments under the stars. The resort’s pristine night skies have already become a hallmark of its unique appeal, and this Christmas promises to enhance that connection with the cosmos through the stories and expertise of two remarkable astronauts.

Guests at Sirru Fen Fushi are invited to look beyond the horizon and into the universe this holiday season, making this Christmas an unforgettable blend of luxury, exploration, and awe-inspiring stargazing.