2026 is the Year of the Horse, and a fun-filled festival across many countries in Asia. Here is a compilation of hotel and resort options offering a little something special on Feb. 17 as they mark Chinese New Year and Tet in Vietnam.

Feast & Fire on Koh Samui

Lunar New Year 2026 hotel celebrations Asia

The luscious beachfront resort of Banyan Tree Samui is hosting a feast fit for a king – or at least a Khan, with a Mongolian -Chinese menu and an international barbecue on the evening of February 17. The delicious banquet will be complemented by a fire show and live music on the beach under the palm trees and the light of the full moon. The cost is 3,372 THB nett per person, from 7pm to 10pm. For more information and reservations, contact: samui@banyantree.com or tel: +66 077 915 333.

Welcoming the Year of the Horse in Cam Ranh and Mui Ne

The Anam Group’s two beachfront resorts in Cam Ranh and Mui Ne will usher in Tet with an array of dining, cultural, entertainment, recreational, and spa experiences. In the lead-up to Tet on Tues., Feb. 17, 2026, The Anam Cam Ranh and The Anam Mui Ne will each stage a ceremony on Feb 10, 2026 to plant “Cay Neu”, a towering Lunar New Year bamboo pole to ward off evil spirits, followed by dragon dancing. From Feb. 16-22, 2026, both resorts will serve special family reunion Tet set menus that celebrate Vietnamese home-style cuisine at Lang Viet Restaurant, and host a series of lavish buffet dinners. In addition to dragon dancing and a calligraphy master writing lucky letters for guests, experiences at both resorts range from Chung cake making workshops to kids activities such as kite flying, traditional coconut leaf weaving and Pho pizza making. Tapas and cocktails at Saigon Bar and wellness experiences at The Anam Spa are also on offer. For further information or to make a booking, visit.theanam.com, email The Anam Mui Ne on info.mn@theanam.com and The Anam Cam Ranh on info.cr@theanam.com or telephone The Anam Mui Ne on tel. +(84) 252 628 4868 and The Anam Cam Ranh on +(84) 258 398 9499.

The Lunar New Year is Better Together with Family in Hong Kong

The Hari Hong Kong is marking the Lunar New Year with its “Better Together Family Package” replete with children-friendly in room amenities and a host of special touches. Featuring a Corner Room with a king bed with an adjoining Twin Room with twin beds, and daily breakfast for two adults and two children under the age of 12, package also features a “DIY Confetti Madeleines Set” for children in the room, “The Hari Puzzle Set” with The Hari branded tram, Star Ferry or The Hari mascot to keep the kids entertained, as well as early check-in and late check-out subject to availability. For further information visit https://www.thehari.com/hong-kong/, call +85221290388, or email askme@thehari.com.

Fusion of Thai and Chinese Cuisine in Chiang Mai

Meliá Chiang Mai’s signature restaurant Mai Restaurant & Bar on the 21st floor will welcome the Lunar New Year with a special a la carte menu accompanied by a selection of Chinese teas and vistas of Chiang Mai. Served from Feb. 17-23, 2025, from 6-11pm and priced from THB 220++ per dish, the “A Thai-Chinese Celebration Week” menu offers 12 items. Dishes include double-boiled chicken broth with dried mushrooms and wolfberries, steamed whole seabass with ginger-soy sauce, slow-cooked pork belly in soy sauce, wine and spices, grilled scallop with Shanghai chilli jam, and mango pudding. For more information or reservations, call +66 52 090 603 or email mairestaurant@meliachiangmai.com.

Family Celebrations on Cam Ranh Peninsula

Family resort Alma will usher in the biggest event on the Vietnamese calendar, the Lunar New Year, with a fun-filled program packed with cultural performances, hands-on workshops, wellness experiences, festive dining, and more. Encapsulating passion, freedom and unstoppable energy, the Year of the Horse sets the tone for Alma’s vibrant Tet celebrations that encourage guests to reconnect with loved ones and embrace new beginnings against the scenic backdrop of Cam Ranh peninsula’s Long Beach. From Monday Feb. 16 until Saturday Feb. 21, 2026, the 30-hectare beachfront resort will host daily Tet festivities spanning its Tet Village, Kids Club, Food Court, Alma Lounge, cinema, Le Spa and outdoor spaces. To contact Alma or to make a booking, please visit alma-resort.com, call +84 258 399 1666 or email info@alma-resort.com.

Reflection and Resolve in Da Nang

The Year of the Horse is associated with passion, vitality and freedom, acting with purpose and pursuing our dreams. TIA Wellness Resort is embracing the spirit of the year ahead with a range of activities from reflection workshops to dragon dances. On February 16th the TIA team will host a “Reflection of the Year of the Snake” creative workshop where guests can reflect on the past year, express gratitude and move forward. That night an “Evening Wishing Lantern Ceremony” is on the agenda. Through the ritual at the resort’s lush tropical wellness garden, guests will set intentions. On February 17th there’s “Sunrise Beach Yoga and Gratitude Meditation,” set to the sound of the waves and the energy of nature. A traditional dragon dance will also be performed during the day. The age-old tradition is believed to drive away evil spirits and bring good luck. Visitors are invited to visit a local pagoda, a custom Vietnamese families practice each year as they pray for good fortune in the year ahead. On February 18th there’s a “TET Wish Calligraphy,” where guests can put their wishes on paper using traditional Vietnamese calligraphy, along with a “Vietnamese New Year Culture Sharing” session, where the TIA team and fellow guests will gather to explore traditional TET sweets & customs. There are also several dining experiences, from tasting menus to a seafood BBQ buffet, during the holiday.

Beach Barbecue Party in Krabi

With a spectacular location on tranquil Tubkaek Beach, Banyan Tree Krabi in Thailand provides an idyllic venue for an evening of barbecue, live music and a fire show on February 17 this year. Under the gentle sway of the palm trees and with majestic views across the Andaman Sea, the resort’s beachfront lawn plays host to a Chinese New Year BBQ Night, priced at 2,988 THB per person, including a complimentary welcome drink. Hotel guests also receive a 200THB voucher per booking. For more information or reservations, contact +66 075 811 888 or email krabi@banyantree.com.

Timeless Tet Celebrations in Hanoi

Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi, the 125-year-old luxury icon in the Vietnamese capital, is set to welcome the “Year of the Horse” with a host of special Tet celebrations, including a captivating programme of cultural activities and experiences. From a lively lion dance and puppet shows to a traditional painting exhibition and hands-on Chung cake and tea workshops, Metropole’s Tet activity programme, which runs from Feb. 6-8, invites guests to discover the richness and beauty of Vietnamese heritage, history and traditions, all while immersing themselves in a spirited Tet atmosphere. The “Reawakening Lien” series celebrates the revival of the calligraphy art of Hue, which had been lost for over a decade. This cultural tribute begins with an insightful opening talk on Feb. 6, followed by a curated showcase and interactive workshops with master artisans each afternoon.

Wellness and Luxury Across Vietnam

To mark the Year of the Horse, Fusion Resorts and Hotels has introduced a potpourri of promotions at its wellness-inspired venues across Vietnam. Fusion Resort & Villas Da Nang’s activities include festive cuisine, live music and family experiences. Guests are invited to join in traditional New Year celebrations, including fun for kids with lantern-making, coconut-leaf art, sack races and a monkey bridge challenge. For a complete holiday escape, the Fusion & Togetherness package includes a 20% savings on room rates, dining and spa treatments, and is available for stays between Feb. 15-21. Other Fusion properties with exclusive Tet festivities include Alba Wellness Valley by Fusion, Maia Resort Quy Nhon, The Ocean Resort by Fusion Quy Nhon, Fusion Resort Cam Ranh, Fusion Suites Vung Tau and others. Travelers are also encouraged to join Fusion’s customer loyalty program, Fusionlife, helps travelers find the best rates and other benefits, including discounts up to 25% off.

Lunar New Year Stay Package in Cambodia

Raffles Hotel Le Royal in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, invites guests to celebrate the Lunar New Year in timeless Raffles style with a special stay package available from Feb. 14 to March 13. Guests can enjoy luxurious accommodation, indulgent dining and special privileges designed to make their stay unforgettable, with a 15% discount off the best available rate. The offer includes daily breakfast for two, a $100 credit to be used for food and beverage and spa per stay, early check-in and late check-out (subject to availability) and a second room at 50% off (room only). For more information, visit the hotel’s Lunar New Year page here.

Celebrating the Year of the Horse in Style

Azerai Resorts in Vietnam usher in the “Year of the Horse” for Tet with a host of festive experiences that blend traditions with understated elegance. Azerai Ke Ga Bay, an all-suites-and-villas oceanside resort located east of Ho Chi Minh City, will offer revitalizing and fun-filled activities including yoga at dawn, beach football, Tet-themed coloring for kids, bodyboarding in the sea, a Tet-themed afternoon tea, and a Tet special traditional dinner, among other family-friendly activities. Meanwhile, Azerai La Residence, Hue, situated in the former imperial capital overlooking the fabled Perfume River, will offer a special excursion to vibrant local flower markets, activities to learn the art of making Banh Chung, special Tet dining, classic cocktails infused with Tet-inspired flavors, vibrant lion dances and much more.

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As we celebrate the start of the year of the dragon this February, TIA Wellness Resort in Danang, Vietnam is embracing the mythical creature’s traits with a one-of-a-kind lunar new year program for visitors.

“Our Tet [Lunar New Year] activities are inspired by the dragon’s symbolism for strength, good fortune and transformation,” said Ramon Imper, general manager of TIA Wellness Resort. “Given that the Lunar New Year is a time of renewal and new beginnings, we wanted all that we offered to cultivate prosperity, reflection and fresh starts.”

Mindful Activities to Start the Year of the Dragon

Year of the Dragon Wishing Lantern Ceremony

Guests can pick and choose what they’d like to join over the three days of Tet celebrations. The festivities begin on Friday, February 9th with “Reflection of the Year of the Rabbit” at 2:30pm. This creative workshop is designed to help participants reflect on the past year, express gratitude for all the experiences from the last twelve months and move forward afresh.

The evening brings a “Wishing Lantern Ceremony” at 7pm. Guests will come together for a mindful ceremony amidst the property’s lush, tropical wellness garden and set intentions for a prosperous year ahead.

On Saturday, February 10th the TIA team will host a 45-minute “Sunrise Beach Gratitude Meditation” at 6am. To nature’s soundtrack of waves against the shore, participants will cultivate positive energy through a gratitude meditation. Practicing gratitude is a science-backed way to help people feel more positive, improve health, and build stronger relationships.

At 9:30am rhythmic drums will be the background music for a traditional dragon dance, where performers will parade around the resort’s main pool and restaurant in a ritual that is believed to drive away evil spirits and bring good luck and blessings.

Guests also have the option to visit a local pagoda at 11am where they’ll pick their lucky number and receive a fortune for the year ahead. The pagoda visit, inclusive of transport, is complimentary.

On Sunday, February 11th an early morning excursion is planned for the Marble Mountains, a cluster of limestone hills named after the elements. At 6am guests will depart before the crowds arrive to explore the ancient caves, intricate pagodas, offer prayers for the year ahead and show thankfulness for the year that has passed.

Lunar New Year Nourishment at TIA

The “Sweet Tet Afternoon Tea” at 3pm on Sunday was designed to introduce traditional sweets eaten during the holiday, show the significance of sharing, and spark conversations about this important day in Vietnamese culture.

“Food is a quintessential element of celebrating Tet in Vietnam,” explained Ramon. “Many dishes hold significance and are often as much an offering as they are to be enjoyed.”

From February 9th – 13th the wellness resort is offering three special menus at The Dining Room along with themed buffets. On the 9^th, 11th and 13th they’re serving up a Traditional Vietnamese Family Style Tet tasting menu with dishes including an abalone and sea ginseng soup, fish cakes on sugarcane with fresh herbs and pickles, and a rich beef stew served in a clay pot. Guests can also choose between The Dragon Feast Tasting Menu and its plant-based equivalent. The first highlights local seafood with saffron snow fish soup and fresh lobster in a ginger scallion sauce on the menu. The plant-based option includes a coconut green soup with spicy chickpeas and a creamy vegetable risotto. The five course menus range in price and start at VND 1,600,000 ++ per person, VND 2,600,000 ++ inclusive of a curated organic wine pairing.

On February 10th there will be a seafood buffet and a piano performance for VND 1,250,000 ++ per person, with an array of freshly-caught seafood such as lobsters, oysters and prawns. An Asian BBQ buffet on the 12th offers an abundance of flavors from around the region and a Vietnamese band providing live music. Each day of Tet the Ocean Bistro is serving up an Oyster and Champagne feast with prices starting from VND 990,000 ++ for 2 people.

For more information visit https://tiawellnessresort.com/en/ or email Reservation@tiawellnessresort.com.

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A time of new beginnings, auspicious feasting and, most importantly, being together, Aman’s destinations across the globe celebrate the arrival of the Lunar New Year with meaningful ceremony and fanfare. As we bid farewell to the Year of the Tiger, Aman’s sanctuaries – from the heart of Central Java to France’s snowcapped peaks – anticipate all the peace and good fortune promised by the upcoming Year of the Rabbit, the fourth animal in the zodiac considered the luckiest of all.

AMANKILA, BALI

Amankila, Bali – View of Resort

Resting on a lush hillside beneath sacred Mount Agung, Amankila’s frangipani-lined walkways wind through the treetops, connecting stilted suites that offer unrivalled views of the Lombok Strait, while a three-tier infinity pool cascades at the property’s heart and the Beach Club leads to a private black-sand beach.

Capturing the elegance and serenity symbolised by the rabbit in Eastern cultures, celebrations begin on the eve of the new moon, the 21 January with guests invited to try their hand at drawing a rabbit on traditional lontar, a type of palm-leaf manuscript, at Amankila. Visit Bali’s first Chinese temple and later experience a Kang Hi Wei dance performance and a family-style banquet beneath the stars.

Enjoy a three-night stay on Bali’s breathtaking coastline filled with celebratory surprises and making memories with loved ones for a fulfilling start to the year ahead. Stays include roundtrip transfers, daily breakfast for two, in room refreshments, a delicious Lunar New Year dinner for two at The Main Restaurant and either a complimentary 60-minute spa treatment for two or an East Bali Tour, cycling or trekking.

AMANDARI, BALI

Amandari, Indonesia – Experience, Private Dining at sunset

Presided over by a sacred stone tiger, Amandari’s designed is inspired by a traditional Balinese village on the verdant lip of the Ayung River Gorge. Close to the artistic centre of Ubud, this place of peace invites both reflection and the exploration of Bali’s cultural heart this Lunar New Year.

To welcome the Year of the Rabbit, Amandari has designed an itinerary that includes daily wellness sessions, a series of cultural performances and distinctive culinary experiences including Chinese Afternoon Tea. On 22 January, guests are invited to receive a Balinese blessing at Amandari Temple, before enjoying a live Barong dance performance by the Youth Organisation of Kedewatan Village and a multi-course Peranakan Dinner.

AMANJIWO, JAVA

Amanjiwo, Indonesia – Prambanan Temple

Overlooking the ancient Buddhist temple of Borobudur and bordered by the mystical Menoreh Hills, Amanjiwo breathes with tranquillity and reverence of its surroundings, making it the perfect retreat for welcoming the Lunar New Year.

With anthropologist Patrick Vanhoebrouck in residence this year, guests will be treated to lectures and guided through the ancient temples around the region. The Rotunda Bar presents itself as an idyllic spot to admire the sun rising and setting through the peaks of the Menoreh Hills, where local drinks awaken the tastebuds and craft-making classes enrich the mind and soul. On 21 January, Lunar New Year’s Eve celebrations will twinkle with traditional Javanese dances and performances, while the awe-inspiring form of Candi Borobudur on the horizon is toasted for good fortune for the year ahead.

AMANOI, VIETNAM

Amanoi, Vietnam – Aerial, Central Pavilion at sunrise

Claiming a spectacular stretch of Vietnam’s coastline within the verdant embrace of Nui Chua National Park and Unesco Biosphere Reserve, Amanoi is a natural paradise overlooking Vinh Hy Bay. From its remote location, the resort’s clifftop restaurants, lakeside Aman Spa and private golden sand beach offer limitless opportunities for cultural immersion and serene moments of reflection ahead of the Lunar New Year.

To celebrate Vietnam’s most important holiday, the team at Amanoi have designed an extensive itinerary that includes daily wellness sessions, traditional performances, cultural children’s activities, and local dining experiences. Begin New Year’s Day with a Buddhist blessing led by local monks at Vinh Hy Pagoda, before enjoying a seafood dinner menu in the Main Restaurant and traditional lion and dragon dance performances throughout the evening. Meanwhile, active hikes in Nui Chua National Park, private Cham sunset blessings and tennis tournaments set the tone for a healthy, prosperous year ahead.

AMANTAKA, LAOS

Amantaka, Laos – Resort, Main Swimming Pool, night time

Amantaka rests at the foot of sacred Mount Phousi amid the golden spired wats and quaint lanes of this charming Unesco World Heritage Site. A stroll from the banks of the mighty Mekong, the resort is set on an historic garden estate with a shimmering pool and serene Aman Spa.

Guests are invited to usher in the Year of the Rabbit in Luang Prabang, where the ancient capital’s slower pace encourages moments of reflection and an altogether restorative start to the New Year. Alongside a programme of specially curated celebrations – including a traditional Lao cooking class on our organic farm, a private sunset cruise on the majestic Mekong and excursions to the most sacred temples – daily dips into Amantaka‘s shimmering pool and rejuvenating wellness treatments in Aman Spa ensure the Lunar New Year is welcomed with peace and joy.

AMANSARA, CAMBODIA

Amansara, Cambodia – F&B, Khmer Village House, Twilight dinner candles setup

Set in spiritual Siem Reap, Amansara‘s manicured gardens, a tranquil spa, curvilinear pool and canopy of mature trees add to tangible tranquillity that inspired its name – ‘heavenly peace’. Khmer healing traditions and a programme of yoga and meditation certainly set the tone for peaceful and serene beginnings.

Amansara invites guests to welcome the Lunar New Year in the former residence of Cambodia’s king with a specially curated calendar of festive feasting, spiritual blessings, performances and cultural experiences to celebrate the Year of the Rabbit. Events range from a Lotus High Tea with traditional Khmer music to a Jasmine Blessing ceremony followed by a candlelight dinner under the stars.

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Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi’s popular annual Tet Market is back, along with a host of exclusive dining opportunities and a special staycation offer, as the hotel celebrates one of Vietnam’s most beloved holidays.

The traditional Tet market will run Jan. 15-16, featuring antique Hoi An-style houses and bamboo stalls offering Vietnamese delicacies and other fresh products, unique handicrafts and colorful traditional paintings in the Dong Ho style, as well as a special To He toy-making activity. Visitors can also meet a calligraphy master to bring home some good luck or participate in a Chung cake workshop in the hotel garden to learn how to make traditional Chung cake.

Ten vendors will participate in this year’s bazaar including Disa Tea, Three Tree Jewelry, Huong Jewelry, Warehouse and C-Brewmaster, and there will be a fashion show from Italian designer Maria Elena. The Metropole food corner, meanwhile, will serve up flavourful Tet dishes prepared from quality local ingredients.

Several extraordinary dining opportunities are also on offer throughout January, including an “End of the Year Sunday Brunch” on Jan. 15 and “Lunar New Year Extravagant Sunday Brunch” on Jan. 22, both served at the award-winning modern French fine dining restaurant Le Beaulieu. Both meals run from noon to 4pm and start from VND 2.5 million ++ per person.

Other special meals and drinks will be served at Le Club Bar, including a Grand Tet Buffet Dinner on Jan. 26, and angelina, the bar-lounge-restaurant renowned for its rustic New World cuisine, which will be serving a menu of distinctive Tet cocktails from Jan. 16-29.

To mark the Tet holiday, Metropole Hanoi is also offering an exclusive special room package, with rates starting from VND 8 million ++. The “Tet Holiday Indulgence” package includes daily breakfast at Le Club Bar, a credit of VND 1 million net per room per night for use at hotel restaurants and bars and L’Epicerie du Metropole, and other benefits. ALL members receive 5% off and Accor Plus members receive 10% off. For more information or to make a restaurant booking, please call 0243 826 6919 (ext. 8200) or email h1555-fb3@sofitel.com.

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Taking guilt-free indulgence to new levels this Lunar New Year, One&Only Desaru Coast is thrilled to invite guests to unwind and relax at its coastal paradise for a luxurious and celebratory affair. Join the bountiful beginnings over a sumptuous gourmet feast and an exciting lineup of activities for a special weekend from 21^st – 22^nd January 2023. 

Embark on an ultra-luxury family getaway to One&Only Desaru Coast, just a 90-minute ferry service from Singapore, where a breathtaking collection of expansive suites await guests to treat as their home away from home. Guests can look forward to embracing the festive spirit with Chinese cultural traditions such as ceremonial lion dance performances, firecracker lighting, and a visit from the prosperity buddha (Dai Tou Fat) himself. Among many other fun-filled family activities, guests are invited to unleash their creative side with an interactive calligraphy workshop guided by a skilled master demonstrating the ancient Chinese art of spring festival couplets and pen down poetic good wishes for the year ahead.
Synonymous with the Lunar New Year, the iconic glutinous dessert, tang yuan, is a quintessential treat and a favourite among many Singaporeans. One&Only Desaru Coast’s very own Ambara restaurant will be hosting a class teaching guests how to recreate their very own rendition and the recipe for this delicious treat. Specially curated for the little ones, the Kids Only club will offer daily activities for children, such as long-observed traditions of paper craft classes, a prosperity treasure hunt, and a petting zoo where kids can get up close with baby bunnies during their festive getaway.
Food and beverage aficionados can head over to savour the Flavours of Spring Reunion Dinner on the eve of the Lunar New Year, boasting a selection of thoughtfully curated auspicious dishes to signify great prosperity. Look forward to an abundance of festive dishes, from Toro Fish Yee Sang with avocado, crispy fish skin and wasabi dressing, Double Boiled Fish Maw Soup with matsutake mushrooms and 10 Head Abalone, and Braised Money Bags with dried oyster and wok-fried garden greens. Held at Ambara Restaurant, the dinner set menu is priced at RM380+ per adult and RM 108+ per child, inclusive of Yusheng (prosperity toss) and live entertainment.“We are excited to welcome a bountiful Year of the Rabbit with our guests in 2023,” said Jerome Pichon, General Manager of One&Only Desaru Coast. “From relaxing and leisurely educational activities to gastronomic delights, we hope to provide exceptional experiences that are perfect for adults and little ones alike. Our incredible list of engaging activities will ignite a sense of wonder for the whole family.”

Below is the list of Lunar New Year experiences guests can look forward to at One&Only Desaru Coast:

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Family resort Alma will ring in the Lunar New Year with a six-day program filled with merriment, and transform its vast lobby into a traditional “Tet Village” to honour the most important time in the Vietnamese calendar. The celebrations, to be held from Mon. Jan. 31 until Sat. Feb. 5, will be anchored by the lantern-adorned “Alma’s Tet Village” featuring six huts brimming with traditional snacks and drinks that will come to life from 4pm-8pm daily.

Family resort Alma will ring in the Lunar New Year with a six-day program filled with merriment

Kite flying competitions, performances by the resort’s resident pianist and singer Ben and Engie, lively singalongs with the Alma Choir at Alma Lounge, and Tet movies at an outdoor cinema on Long Beach are also among the program’s daily fixtures. On Lunar New Year’s Eve, Jan. 31, guests have the opportunity to try their hand at concocting the quintessential Tet staple “Banh Chung” (Chung cake), wrapping the sticky rice, pork and green bean inside Dong leaf.

Dragon dancing, calligraphy giving, and Tet games including pick the lucky envelope and bamboo dancing will be staged at the lobby to mark the first day of the Year of the Tiger, Tues. Feb. 1. The following day’s festivities include competitions such as walking on stilts and watermelon-smashing.

Dragon dancing, calligraphy giving, and Tet games including pick the lucky envelope and bamboo dancing will be staged at the lobby to mark the first day of the Year of the Tiger, Tues. Feb. 1

Cupcake making and cocktail and mocktail classes in the lobby, aerobic dance classes on the sand, and blowing rainbows on the resort’s hill, with spectacular views overlooking Long Beach, will also be held throughout the program. The kids club will also stage activities across the six days including making lucky envelopes, smashing lucky balloons, dancing, and crafting fruits such as dragon fruit, mango, custard apple, coconut and papaya out of Play-Doh.

On Fri., Feb. 4, Alma’s beachfront restaurant Atlantis will host a Tet buffet from 6-10.30pm complemented by dragon dancing, fire twirling and live music. Afternoon and evening snacks and drinks will be on offer at the Beach Bar and Amphitheater daily. Alma Garden will serve a buffet breakfast from Thurs. Feb. 3 until Sun. Feb. 6. Atlantis, which specialises in fresh, local seafood, will serve a la carte lunch and dinner daily, as well as breakfast from Jan. 31 until Wed. Feb. 2. The huts at Alma’s Tet Village will offer food such as banh mi, meat and seafood skewers, banana fritters, shrimp rolls and beverages including milk tea, fresh juices and draught beer. The village’s “Whiskey Corner” will serve cocktails and fine whiskeys as well as cheese.

Alma’s beachfront restaurant Atlantis will host a Tet buffet on Fri., Feb. 4 from 6-10.30pm complemented by dragon dancing, fire twirling and live music

Alma is offering two Tet packages for stays in its oversized one-, two- and three-bedroom suites and pavilions. Both the two-night and the three-night Tet packages include daily breakfast for two per bedroom, welcome drinks and fruit on arrival, one lunch or one dinner for two per bedroom per stay, 20% off food and beverage at all of the resort’s dining outlets and a complimentary spa treatment for two per bedroom.

The two-night package also comes with either a coupon for two drinks (choice of soft drinks or cocktails) at Beach Bar or a complimentary jet ski ride for two per bedroom. The three-night package also features two coupons totalling four drinks at the Beach Bar, a complimentary jet ski ride and a five-minute banana boat ride for two per bedroom.

“After eight months of being temporarily closed due to the global pandemic, we cannot wait to reopen Alma on January 15 with gusto in readiness for Tet, and ring in Year of the Tiger that symbolises strength and courage in this brave new world we now live in,” said Alma’s managing director Herbert Laubichler-Pichler.

About Alma

Situated on Vietnam’s emerging Cam Ranh peninsula fronting Long Beach, Alma resort commands some 30 hectares of inspiring ground. Emblematic of Vietnam‘s maturation as a destination, the bold and spacious integrated resort offers 580 oversized suites and pavilions that all afford sweeping vistas of the ocean, including contemporary three bedroom oceanfront pavilions each totalling 224sqm with a living room, four bathrooms and a private pool. Alma features a broad spectrum of restaurants helmed by top chefs, a food court with an array of local and international cuisine, as well as a sports bar, pool bar and beach bar. Other highlights include 12 swimming pools cascading down to the beach, a waterpark, 13-treatment room spa, 70-seat cinema, convention centre, amphitheater, art gallery, science museum, gymnasium and yoga room, 18-hole mini golf course, a youth centre with virtual reality games, a kid’s club, water sports centre and even an ‘Alma Mart‘ mini supermarket.

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