Experience the unique Tet (Lunar New Year) atmosphere during your spring getaway at these accommodations.

Mövenpick Resort Waverly Phu Quoc

Tet (Vietnamese Lunar New Year) is a time for everyone, a time to return home and reunite with loved ones. It doesn't matter where you are; happiness is simply being together, so more and more families are traveling to celebrate Tet. Whether it's a sun-drenched beach or a peaceful suburban home, as long as you're surrounded by family and friends, those will be priceless memories. Of course, when deciding where to go during Tet, you can choose what to do to fill your holiday. Traditional food and familiar activities are common, but beautiful scenery, comfortable accommodation, and a sense of novelty will be some of the most enjoyable experiences for the whole family.

Located on the pristine and tranquil Ong Lang beach, Mövenpick Resort Waverly Phu Quoc is a 5-star resort offering a peaceful gift for you and your family at the beginning of the Year of the Rabbit, especially during the most beautiful time of the year. It's a time for warm moments filled with laughter amidst the festive atmosphere of Tet (Lunar New Year) celebrations, or for gathering together to count down the sacred moments of New Year's Eve on a star-filled beach.

In particular, going to the market during Tet (Vietnamese New Year) is a traditional custom of the Vietnamese people. Stepping into a traditional Vietnamese village market, you will clearly feel the flavor of Tet through the eye-catching food stalls, the warm and welcoming invitations, and the joyful atmosphere of traditional games such as bamboo pole dancing, stilt walking, blindfolded pot smashing, etc.

In addition, some unmissable activities for children throughout the Lunar New Year season include indoor and outdoor activities such as treasure hunts, swimming lessons, baking classes, bag decorating, and various creative art forms, along with many other fun activities at Little Birds Club. Parents can enjoy precious moments together, pampering themselves and refreshing their spirits at Elements Spa & Salon, or sharing rare romantic moments watching the sunset at Aura Beach Club.

The New Year's Eve BBQ Buffet at The Islander restaurant offers a special treat of fresh seafood and meats, while the unique five-continent travel adventure on the second day of Tet adds flavor and joy to your family's end-of-year meal. Tet is always magical, a time to spend with loved ones, and with new experiences, it becomes even more vibrant. Enjoy a spring trip to the pearl island with your family, visit Ong Lang beach, listen to the waves, and celebrate a peaceful Tet.

The Grand Ho Tram Strip

The year is drawing to a close in Ho Tram, a coastal area just over two hours' drive from the center of Ho Chi Minh City. Besides the beautiful scenery as spring approaches, the resort's activities are becoming more vibrant than ever, joining in the festive atmosphere of welcoming the Lunar New Year.

The family reunion meal is an indispensable part of every Lunar New Year celebration, creating a warm atmosphere and providing an opportunity for family members to reflect on the significant events of 2022 before embarking on future plans.

With the theme "Spring Festival Buffet," from January 22nd to January 28th, diners have a wide variety of culinary choices from countries such as Australia, China, and Korea, adapted to suit everyone's taste. In addition, if you are a fan of authentic Cantonese cuisine, Ju Bao Xuan restaurant, with its renowned dishes such as Peking duck, abalone, shark fin, and dim sum, is definitely a must-try.

In recent years, celebrating Tet (Lunar New Year) is no longer confined to traditional activities but has become increasingly open and modern. After a year of hard work, rewarding yourself with some time to unwind at a vibrant nightclub or enjoying a relaxing drink at a bar while sharing interesting stories are certainly great ideas to start the new year with renewed energy.

Tet (Vietnamese Lunar New Year) wouldn't be complete without traditional folk games that strengthen family bonds and nurture cherished memories for children. At The Grand Ho Tram Strip, visitors can experience many traditional activities, allowing them to feel the spirit of Tet and its warmth wherever they are. Visitors can stop to enjoy vibrant lion dance performances, participate in folk games, or receive a red couplet from a calligrapher to celebrate the new year.

In particular, this spring outing is also an opportunity for children to have fun, explore, and learn new things. At Kid's Quarter in Holiday Inn Resort Ho Tram Beach, instructors will introduce many traditional craft classes, helping children create lovely gifts for their loved ones.

Fusion Hotel Group

A spring getaway combined with celebrating the traditional Lunar New Year amidst the peaceful and romantic natural surroundings of Alba Wellness Valley by Fusion would be an ideal vacation for families and friends. Here, visitors can experience soaking in hot springs while enjoying the cool weather, bathing in onsen, experiencing spa treatments, or trying activities like ziplining and aerial acrobatics.

At Maia Resort Quy Nhon, guests will be treated to a lavish dinner at the stunning Vi restaurant on Phuong Mai beachfront starting from January 21st (New Year's Eve). Following this, the culinary journey will continue throughout the week, featuring dishes that celebrate traditional Vietnamese cuisine, while also highlighting the rich culture and specialties of Binh Dinh province. Guests can also relax at Vela Spa – the heart of the resort – with spa treatments, yoga, fitness, and meditation to balance their physical and mental well-being and recharge for their goals in the new year. Children accompanying their families can participate in and enjoy lion dance performances, painting, origami, and more.

If you prefer a more relaxed spring getaway, Fusion Resort Cam Ranh offers a completely different experience. Fusion Resort Cam Ranh also provides many traditional activities such as decorating the New Year's tree by the sea and making Tet cakes at the Fresh restaurant. In addition, guests can enjoy Bamboo Coffee under the cool shade of coconut trees, visit the organic vegetable garden, and collect eggs in the morning at Fusion Farm.

Picking lucky charms at Fusion Suites Saigon will be a fun activity for guests visiting on the first day of the year. The hotel also prepares dishes so guests can still experience the traditional Tet (Lunar New Year) flavors during their trip. In particular, the breakfast buffet will have a special counter serving banh chung (sticky rice cake), spring rolls, bitter melon soup, century eggs, and flower-shaped pork sausage, along with Tet set menus such as shrimp-wrapped pork sausage, stuffed winter melon soup, and pan-fried grouper with pepper sauce...

Melia Ho Tram

Melia Ho Tram Resort will celebrate the Lunar New Year of the Rabbit with a series of diverse culinary events and many exciting entertainment activities to provide guests with relaxing moments with family and loved ones.

Located on Ho Tram beach, a 2-hour drive from Ho Chi Minh City, Melia Ho Tram will celebrate the traditional Lunar New Year with many activities such as bonfires on the beach with grilled marshmallows, outdoor movie screenings, kayak races, and traditional activities like lion dance, calligraphy, lantern making, and visiting Truc Lam Chan Nguyen Zen Monastery (Monkey Pagoda)... The children's play area also has many activities specifically for kids such as trying on traditional Vietnamese dresses or playing hopscotch, hopscotch, shuttlecock, and tug-of-war.

Regent Phu Quoc

Escape the hustle and bustle of life and celebrate a happy Lunar New Year reunion with family and loved ones at Regent Phu Quoc. Here, you'll find pristine beaches, exquisite culinary experiences at restaurants and bars, relaxing spa treatments, and luxurious cruises to welcome the new year and spring in a truly fulfilling way.

The traditional Lunar New Year celebration at the resort will feature activities such as lively lion dances, a calligrapher's corner offering meaningful wishes to welcome new beginnings filled with happiness, prosperity, good fortune, and peace.

On New Year's Day, children will have the opportunity to learn more about Vietnamese cultural traditions, participate in craft activities, listen to folk tales, play games, or have fun on the beach.

Spend time making New Year's greeting cards, paper firecrackers, handmade conical hats, and red envelopes; listen to age-old stories like the legend of sticky rice cakes and glutinous rice cakes, and the story of "eating starfruit and repaying with gold" to better understand the rich cultural heritage of the nation. And of course, don't miss traditional folk games like O An Quan (a board game), Dragon and Snake game, lion dance performances, and beach activities like kite flying, can throwing, and pot smashing – all incredibly fun.

TUI BLUE Nam Hoi An

Located on the southern axis of Hoi An, conveniently accessible from Da Nang and Chu Lai airports, TUI BLUE Nam Hoi An connects domestic and international tourists with the heart of Quang Nam's heritage. Tet (Lunar New Year) is fast approaching, and the spring atmosphere is already filling TUI BLUE Nam Hoi An with activities such as lion dance performances, calligraphy demonstrations, temple visits, morning yoga sessions, cycling, and fitness activities. There are also fun experiences for children: making bracelets and necklaces from seashells, painting, face painting, making fishing rods, treasure hunt games... And outdoor games that parents can join their children in, such as bamboo pole dancing, tug-of-war, jump rope, sack racing, and pot smashing...

If you have the chance to visit Quang Nam this Tet holiday, TUI BLUE Nam Hoi An will be the ideal destination to start the new year with many memorable moments with your loved ones.

Phuong Thao is an editor at Travellive magazine. She is passionate about traveling and enjoys capturing moments with her camera in every place she visits. Travel, art, and lifestyle are Phuong Thao's favorite writing topics.

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