InterContinental Halong Bay Resort Ushers in Tết 2026 With The First Spring, Unbridled
As the Lunar New Year approaches, InterContinental Halong Bay Resort invites guests to welcome Tết 2026 – the Year of the Horse with The First Spring, Unbridled, a thoughtfully curated festive journey celebrating renewal, togetherness, and the enduring beauty of Vietnamese traditions, set against the timeless backdrop of Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Marking the resort’s first Lunar New Year celebration, The First Spring, Unbridled reflects both a moment of new beginnings and a heartfelt homage to Tết as the most cherished occasion in Vietnamese culture. Rooted in tradition yet expressed through a contemporary lens, the programme unfolds across gastronomy, cultural rituals, family experiences, and restorative wellness—inviting guests to slow down, reconnect, and begin the year with intention. The festive experience begins with meaningful gestures of welcome. Upon arrival, guests are greeted with in-room Tết touches, including a symbolic five-fruit tray, representing balance, prosperity, harmony, and abundance for the year ahead. On the first day of the Lunar New Year, the resort comes alive with a vibrant Lion Dance of Fortune, blending rhythm, colour, and joyful energy to usher in luck and auspicious beginnings.
Dining takes center stage throughout the Tết period, offering moments of reunion around the table. At Marina Kitchen, guests are invited to savour Northern Vietnamese–inspired festive menus and lavish breakfast buffets, thoughtfully designed for sharing and togetherness. Vue presents a refined Vietnamese Tết Afternoon Tea, complemented by handcrafted seasonal beverages that capture the flavours and aromas of spring. Meanwhile, Roku & Star Bar marks the arrival of the new year with a celebratory toast— inviting guests dressed in traditional Áo Dài to raise a glass and welcome the year in style.
Families and multi-generational travellers are at the heart of the celebration. A series of cultural and creative activities allows guests of all ages to rediscover the spirit of Tết—from Chung cake–making workshops and traditional handicrafts to folk games, storytelling, and festive film screenings. These shared moments encourage connection, nostalgia, and the passing down of traditions in a relaxed, joyful setting by the bay.
For those seeking a quieter, more restorative start to the year, Hidden Lagoon Spa offers a gentle wellness ritual designed to welcome health and harmony. Featuring herbal foot therapy, traditional treats, and the symbolic gifting of red-thread bracelets, the experience reflects the belief that the year begins best when mind, body, and spirit are aligned.
With The First Spring, Unbridled, InterContinental Halong Bay Resort reimagines Tết not as a single moment, but as a flowing journey—one that honours heritage, celebrates renewal, and invites guests to begin the year with warmth, meaning, and connection. Set beside the majestic beauty of Ha Long Bay, the celebration reflects the resort’s commitment to thoughtful luxury, cultural respect, and memorable experiences that linger long after the festivities conclude.
For reservations or more information, please visit www.intercontinental.com/HalongBay or contact our Reservation department via email address: Reservations.ICHL@ihg.com, or call +84 (0) 203 382 8888.
