Whether you’re seeking a tranquil escape from the Chinese New Year festivities or simply craving a luxurious long weekend retreat, we’ve got you covered. Discover enchanting retreats just moments from Singapore’s shores for your next long weekend.
HOTEL INDIGO BINTAN LAGOI BEACH
Just a 60-minute ferry ride from Singapore, the newly opened Hotel Indigo Bintan Lagoi Beach offers the perfect retreat. While Bintan is often celebrated for its tranquil beaches, this new resort invites travellers to dive deeper into its rich heritage and natural beauty. Drawing inspiration from Bintan’s seafaring heritage and spice-trading legacy, Hotel Indigo Bintan Lagoi Beach is thoughtfully design to reflect this heritage. Every detail tells a story—from vintage pendant lamps to headboards recalling pirate lore.
Unwind at SugarBEATS Beach Club at Hotel Indigo Bintan, where poolside daybeds, ocean views, and live DJ sets create the perfect island atmosphere. Savour fresh seafood at Ocean Kitchen, enjoy flame-grilled delights at Stix Satay Bar, or sip tropical cocktails at The Tiki Bar – three distinct venues that showcase both local flavours and international cuisine.
Step beyond the resort to discover Bintan’s natural wonders and hidden gems. Marvel at the surreal desert-like landscape of Gurun Pasir Busung, unleash your creativity at Rumah Imaji’s mesmerizing 3D illusions, or take a leisurely stroll along the pristine shores of Lagoi Bay. In Bintan, every moment offers a perfect blend of adventure and serenity – an ideal sanctuary to celebrate meaningful connections with loved ones away from the festive rush.
AYANA BALI
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In just under 3 hours, you can swap the Lion City for the “Island of the Gods”, where lush landscapes and ancient temples meet vibrant beach culture. Nestled along Bali’s stunning coastline, AYANA Resort elevates this experience to new heights of luxury. The 90-hectare resort is home to four award-winning hotels:
- AYANA Resort Bali, whose 294 rooms and suites blend classic elegance with traditional Balinese aesthetics, with each featuring marble bathrooms, furnished balconies, and interconnecting doors
- AYANA Segara Bali, whose 197 rooms and suites bring a contemporary indoor-outdoor twist to the legendary Balinese-inspired AYANA experience
- AYANA Villas Bali, whose 78 luxurious villas feature private plunge pools and spectacular ocean backdrops
- RIMBA by AYANA Bali, a 403-room family-friendly resort
This Lunar New Year, AYANA Bali celebrating it with cultural performances and new dining experiences. One of the key highlights this year is the introduction of a special Hot Pot Set Menu at the renowned Ah Yat Abalone Seafood Restaurant, available exclusively during Chinese New Year, offering guests a truly unique dining experience in a festive setting.
In addition to the hot pot experience, Ah Yat also offers Chinese New Year lunch and dinner, featuring an array of Cantonese delights perfect for family-style dining, including dim sum, crispy duck, and an assortment of flavourful seafood options.
On Lunar New Year’s Eve, guests are invited to the iconic Rock Bar for the Spirit of the Serpent Countdown Party, a vibrant celebration to ring in the Year of the Snake. From 4 PM to 1 AM, the bar will come alive with music, cocktails, and stunning ocean views, providing the ideal atmosphere for both locals and visitors to welcome the new year.
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Guests celebrating Chinese New Year at AYANA Bali can take advantage of the Perfect Family Getaway offer, which is valid for minimum three-night stays until June 30, 2025. Benefits include a 25% discount on room rates including breakfast across all properties within AYANA Bali; resort credit worth IDR 300,000 for AYANA Resort, AYANA Segara, and The Villas at AYANA, and IDR 200,000 at RIMBA by AYANA; plus, a wide range of other benefits and discounts.
AVANI+ RIVERSIDE BANGKOK
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Escape the festive rush at the stylish Avani+ Riverside Bangkok Hotel, located on the banks of the Chao Phraya River. Take your time to float in their infinity pool with awe-inspiring river views, then indulge in their skyline dining experience. SEEN Restaurant and Bar offers delicious international cuisine with stunning city vistas, and afterwards, you can enjoy a tipple or two at SIN, their newest rooftop bar, perfect for ushering in the Year of the Snake!
For those who prefers non-alcoholic drinks, SIN’s award-winning Head Mixologist, Brian Gonzalez Fernandez, has crafted an inspired “Sober Sips” alcohol-free cocktail menu. Executed with a mature dimensionality, Sober Sips are non-alcoholic versions of the rooftop bar’s signature cocktails, each inspired by themes of sin and desire. Brian uses natural, healthful ingredients for Sober Sips, ensuring guests can enjoy a sophisticated mixed drink sans alcohol whether on a romantic night out or celebrating with friends. Priority is given to high-quality sober spirits and dealcoholised wines, like the sparkling French Bloom Le Blanc.
Accompanying the cocktails is a curated menu of light, contemporary bites designed to pair perfectly with the drinks. Highlights include Gillardeau oysters, served with mignonette or topped with Hokkaido uni and wasabi mayonnaise, gourmet sashimi, wagyu beef tartare made from Miyazaki A5 grade beef and the ever-popular katsu sando.
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