Four Seasons Resorts of Asia Welcomes the Year of the Horse with Grace, Warmth and Wonder

As the moon turns its luminous face toward a new year, Four Seasons Resorts of Asia invites travellers to move forward with intention, courage and heart. Across mountain valleys, tropical shores and island sanctuaries, ancient Lunar New Year traditions are carried gently into modern journeys – where warmth is felt not only in ritual, but in the soul. From mindful wellness rituals to festive feasts and multigenerational celebrations, each destination interprets the essence of the Horse – strength, freedom and renewal – through moments of connection, reflection and joy.

Chiang Mai, Thailand: A Valley Awakening to Strength and Serenity

Cradled in the emerald Mae Rim Valley, Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai welcomes the New Year with a rhythm that balances vitality and serenity. At KHAO by Four Seasons, a celebratory Lunar New Year dinner brings together Chinese, Thai, Korean and Japanese specialties in a generous buffet designed for abundance and togetherness. Drum performances and a vibrant lion dance usher in prosperity, while afternoons unfold with a strawberry-infused afternoon tea crafted from locally harvested fruit.

At Wara Cheewa Spa, renewal takes centre stage. Thai Herbal Compress rituals blend heat and movement to restore energy flow, while the Head to Soul therapy combines nourishing touch with crystal sound healing to clear the mind and uplift the spirit.

Younger guests delight in dragon parades, treasure hunts and hands-on hong bao crafting — ensuring Lunar New Year traditions are joyfully passed on to the next generation.

Tented Camp Golden Triangle, Thailand: A Gentle Gallop into Mindfulness

In the misty stillness of the Golden Triangle, the New Year arrives softly, inviting reflection and gratitude. Guests begin the year at Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle with a traditional Monk Blessing Ceremony, welcoming peace and good fortune. Thoughtful culinary touches throughout the day — mandarin baskets, pass-around dim sum breakfasts and evening orange roll cake — symbolize prosperity and new beginnings.

At The Spa, the Rose Crystal Lymphatic Facial uses rose quartz and acupressure to awaken circulation and restore a natural glow, echoing the Horse’s quiet strength and inner radiance.

Koh Samui, Thailand: Meetings by the Tides

On an island where the sea meets sky, Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui celebrates the Lunar New Year with festive energy and barefoot elegance. Fisherman’s Night welcomes the Year of the Horse with ocean-inspired feasting, Chinese favourites, live music, fire shows and traditional dances — a celebration as dynamic as the tides themselves.

Wellness rituals draw on lunar magic, from beachside sound baths to deeply restorative spa journeys. Families enjoy island-inspired crafts and playful Year of the Horse creations, while adventurous spirits set sail to Koh Tan and Koh Madsum for snorkelling and exploration.

Bali, Indonesia: Fire and Flow

At Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay, Taman Wantilan hosts a lavish Chinese New Year buffet celebrating generosity and shared joy, with highlights including Peking duck, suckling pig, fresh seafood and indulgent desserts.

Above the Ayung River, Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan welcomes the New Year with a bountiful Lunar New Year buffet featuring dim sum, roast duck, lobster and regional delicacies. Symbolic mandarins and chocolate coins for in-house guests add a playful note of prosperity.

Langkawi, Malaysia: Courage by the Sea

Surrounded by rainforest and the Andaman Sea, Four Seasons Resort Langkawi welcomes the New Year with bold flavours and vibrant tradition. Festivities open with dramatic lion dance performances, followed by fisherman nights, grilled ikan bakar feasts and cosy in-villa hot pot experiences. At Lutong Kids Club, young guests explore Lunar New Year customs through crafts, batik painting and festive play. As evening falls, moonlit sound healing rituals and starlit spa journeys invite guests to slow down, breathe deeply and welcome renewal.

The Nam Hai, Hoi An, Vietnam: The Horse’s Harmony

Along Vietnam’s central coast, Tet unfolds as a heartfelt celebration of balance, family and community at Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai, Hoi An. Garden soirées, temple blessings and lion dances mark the turning of the year, complemented by festive dining experiences ranging from family-style feasts to beachside barbecues.

At The Heart of the Earth Spa, a month-long Lunar New Year Rebalance Retreat focuses on releasing the old and welcoming the new through bodywork, breathwork and sound healing. Younger guests celebrate Tet through games, crafts and joyful movement at the Kids Club.

Maldives: Traditions That Travel Across the Ocean

At Four Seasons Resorts Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru and Kuda Huraa, Lunar New Year is celebrated through culinary craftsmanship, island vitality and the spirit of reunion. For the first time in the Maldives, Beijing’s Michelin-recognized Baiweiyuan Dumpling Restaurant arrives for an exclusive pop-up at both resorts, serving handcrafted dumplings that symbolize abundance, generosity and togetherness.

Landaa Giraavaru hosts an elegant lantern-lit poolside celebration featuring a Dragon Dance, Yu Sheng prosperity toss and live culinary stations, while Kuda Huraa offers a week-long program of family feasts, beach barbecues and playful festivities for all ages, including Fire Horse-inspired activities at the Kids Club.

Over at Four Seasons Private Island Maldives at Voavah, the Year of the Horse is welcomed with complete privacy. Reserved exclusively for one party at a time, Lunar New Year here unfolds through bespoke island feasts and unhurried moments shaped entirely by the rhythm of those gathered. In this sanctuary, renewal is personal; freedom is absolute, and the New Year begins with deep connection and the luxury of stillness.

Palau: Horizons of Discovery

Aboard Four Seasons Explorer, Palau, the Year of the Horse is welcomed through exploration and a deep sense of freedom. Surrounded by the raw beauty of the western Pacific, guests mark the Lunar New Year while drifting between emerald lagoons, limestone islets and untouched coral reefs.

A New Year in Motion

As the Year of the Horse dawns, Four Seasons Resorts of Asia invite guests to honour where they have been, and to embrace where they are going. From quiet valleys to open seas, from candlelit rituals to joyous celebrations, each experience becomes a step in a greater journey. In every destination, the Horse runs free — carrying with it hope, renewal and the promise of what lies ahead.