The Lunar New Year ushers in a season of renewal, joy and togetherness across Asia. In 2026, the Year of the Horse—symbolising energy, freedom and forward momentum is being celebrated with thoughtfully curated experiences at luxury hotels and resorts, blending cultural traditions with contemporary hospitality.

Beachfront Feasts and Fire Shows in Thailand

On Koh Samui, Banyan Tree Samui hosts a festive beachfront celebration on February 17, featuring a Mongolian-Chinese feast, international barbecue, live music and a fire show under the full moon. The evening promises a vibrant blend of flavour, performance and seaside ambience.

Meanwhile, Banyan Tree Krabi offers a Chinese New Year BBQ Night on tranquil Tubkaek Beach, pairing live music and fire performances with sweeping views of the Andaman Sea, creating a relaxed yet celebratory atmosphere.

In Chiang Mai, Meliá Chiang Mai’s Mai Restaurant & Bar welcomes the festive week with a Thai-Chinese a la carte menu served alongside Chinese teas and panoramic city views, celebrating cross-cultural flavours from February 17–23.

Tet Traditions Come Alive in Vietnam

Across Vietnam, Tet celebrations take centre stage. The Anam Cam Ranh and The Anam Mui Ne mark the season with ceremonial Cay Neu bamboo planting, dragon dances, family-style Tet menus, calligraphy sessions, and cultural workshops ranging from Chung cake making to traditional crafts.

On the Cam Ranh Peninsula, Alma Resort hosts a week-long programme of Tet festivities featuring cultural performances, wellness experiences, kids’ activities and festive dining, encouraging families to reconnect against the backdrop of Long Beach.

In Da Nang, TIA Wellness Resort embraces the reflective spirit of the New Year with workshops, lantern ceremonies, beach yoga, dragon dances and cultural sharing sessions, combining mindfulness with tradition.

Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi, a heritage icon, presents a rich Tet programme featuring lion dances, puppet shows, traditional art exhibitions and hands-on workshops, celebrating Vietnam’s cultural legacy through immersive experiences.

Wellness-led celebrations continue across Fusion Resorts and Hotels, where Tet-themed dining, family activities and special stay packages blend festive cheer with rejuvenation across multiple destinations in Vietnam.

Family-Focused Festivities in Hong Kong

In Hong Kong, The Hari Hong Kong introduces its “Better Together Family Package,” offering family-friendly accommodations, creative in-room activities for children, flexible check-in privileges and curated touches designed to bring families closer during the Lunar New Year.

Timeless Luxury in Cambodia and Vietnam

In Phnom Penh, Raffles Hotel Le Royal welcomes the Lunar New Year with a special stay package featuring exclusive privileges, dining credits and elegant Raffles-style hospitality.

Across Vietnam, Azerai Resorts celebrate Tet with understated elegance—offering yoga sessions, cultural workshops, festive dining, market excursions and family-friendly activities at Azerai Ke Ga Bay and Azerai La Residence, Hue.

As the Year of the Horse begins, these luxury destinations across Asia showcase how Lunar New Year celebrations continue to evolve—honouring heritage while creating meaningful, immersive experiences for modern travellers seeking culture, connection and renewal.