Atlantis Paradise Island is on fire this winter with exciting new offerings.

Atlantis’ blazing New Year and culinary festivities heat up the season and beat the winter chill.

As the winter chill sets in for most of us, Atlantis Paradise Island (atlantisbahamas.com) is just heating up, promising an array of events that blend high-energy entertainment with gourmet delights. The sweeping Bahamas resort, renowned for its dynamic festivals and concerts, offers a variety of ways to light up the new year with a series of dazzling experiences.

NEW YEAR’S CELEBRATIONS

The festivities kick off Dec. 27 with live performances, beginning with the electrifying beats of two-time Grammy-nominated music producer and DJ Steve Aoki at Aura Nightclub. The buzz continues to build with a live performance by the Grammy Award-winning R&B group 112 at Bar Sol, immersing guests in soulful melodies. As New Year’s Eve approaches, the excitement culminates in the grand “Party Like a Royal” celebration, hosted by the charismatic Adam Devine under the starlit sky of The Royal Deck. The night features a high-voltage DJ set by Grammy Award-winning artist Lil Jon, a surprise musical act and a dazzling fireworks display at midnight, ensuring the year ends with a bang.

CULINARY EXCELLENCE AT THE NASSAU PARADISE ISLAND WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL

From March 12 through 16, 2025, the Nassau Paradise Island Wine & Food Festival offers a warm respite from the cold, featuring a lineup of celebrity chefs like José Andrés, Bobby Flay and Katie Lee. Attendees will savor exceptional dishes, participate in culinary demonstrations and enjoy chef-led exclusive events. This gastronomic celebration not only entices the palate but also supports the Atlantis Blue Project Foundation, which is dedicated to preserving marine life. Tickets are available (npiwff.org) for those eager to indulge in this epicurean adventure.

HEY, BARBIE!

Atlantis has teamed up with Mattel to launch “Barbie Bahamas Beach Vacation: Where Atlantis Dreams Come True,” a two-year initiative that brings the iconic Barbie style to the resort. Guests staying at The Coral, a family-friendly hotel within Atlantis, can immerse themselves in a Barbie-themed paradise—think suites with vibrant pink walls, disco balls, and Barbie-inspired artwork and mirrors. Visitors can also relax in Barbie-themed cabanas at The Coral’s swimming pool and enjoy evening poolside screenings of Barbie movies, making for a truly magical Barbiecentric vacation experience.

the Barbie Bahamas Beach Vacation is sure to delight all ages.