From abundant culinary experiences to deep cultural activities, from exhilarating parties to restful retreats, from traditional Tet celebrations to creative fiestas for all ages, Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai Hoi An have them all to open up a “Year Of The Cat” with a Smile on each visitor’s face, welcoming a new year full of possibilities and wellness ahead.
Tet will not be complete without a belly-full of fabulous feasts. Four Seasons’ expert team of international chefs is bringing a really vibrant atmosphere with diverse choice of culinary during Tet. The Street Food Fiesta includes over 50 aromatic stalls featuring Vietnamese delights like Lobster Banh Xeo and Whole Roasted Pig; as well as entertains the eaters’ eyes with high energy street dance performance.
You can also taste the Tet specialties at A Tet Feast Fit For The Family- a sharing party with friends and family, mingling in a mesmerizing live acoustic music. Meanwhile, the Lavish Lobster Night will bring your celebration to a high note, as you dive into a kingdom of marine magic fit for the most discerning of palate – a sumptuous four-course set menu featuring palatial platters of Lobster Carpaccio, Risotto, Thermidor and more.
An exhilarating blend of traditional and creative cultural celebrations
Considered as the most important celebrations for Vietnamese, Tet is when the Vietnamese practice and appreciate the beautiful traditions. At Four Seasons The Nam Hai, a well-preserved 19th century Thanh Hoang temple is the place for commemorating the ancestors and praying for health and happiness, inviting blessings to your new year.
You can also set your intentions for a healthy and happy New Year for all as we float handwritten ‘Love Letters to the Earth’ on the spa lagoon; or join the resort’s ‘Candle Lighting Ceremony’ to light up a candle as offerings to the ancestors, and shine a light into your heart with this magical Vietnamese ritual.
Traditional games like Beat The Pot, Walk The Bamboo, Calligraphy Master Class are also happening throughout the nine days of Tet, besides a set of creative cultural adventures such as making pretty lanterns, magical masks, silk flowers, hydrating coconut oil, and more.
For the young visitors, the Chuon Chuon Kids Club is surely the place they-can-not-miss. Various activities will take place during the period, including both traditional crafting & gaming and creative fun. The “Meow-meow” Party is specially designed to have your little ones ‘feline’ fabulous. Feast on cat cookies and enjoy a range of kitty-inspired games, from Cat and Mouse to Pin the tail on Cat, as well as ‘purr-fect’ face painting.
‘Feline’ Fresh For A New Year at The Best Luxury Wellness Resort Of The Year 2022
In 2022, Four Seasons The Nam Hai Hoi An is voted by Robb Report as The Best Luxury Wellness Resort Of The Year, thanks to its exclusive care for the body and mind. This year, let’s catwalk into a fresh start with a heartfelt collection of nourishing treats at the resort’s The Heart Of The Earth Spa, from refreshing facials to balancing bodywork.
The newly created Five Elements Bodywork is a top-to-toe treatment balancing five elements (Water, Earth, Fire, Metal, and Wood) through an artful combination of stretching, palm effleurage, and thumb slide, improving circulation, metabolism, and both mental and physical wellbeing.
Meanwhile, the Golden Radiance Facial is a powerful rejuvenation treatment that combine sonic wave therapy and lymphatic bodywork techniques unite with hyaluronic acid, frankincense, and three types of gold to increase collagen, reduce inflammation, and leave skin supple and replenished.
Besides, you can also deep dive into a wide range of energising, uplifting and balancing complimentary wellness activities while staying at the resort, from deeply soothing Cocooning Meditation to invigorating Power Yoga.
Other Tet’s Specials
‘A Traditional Tet Photo Shoot in Hoi An’ - Ensure this Tet celebration is one you never forget with an exclusive 2.5 hour photo shoot in one of the world’s most picturesque cities. Dressed in exquisite traditional costumes, pose for the camera at iconic sites – including aboard a boat on the beautiful Thu Bon River – and hidden locations loved by locals. The perfect memory-making excursion for individuals, couples and families.
Besides, there are plenty of daily celebrations that visitors can catch up at any time of the day, from the very traditional Dragon Dances & the Vietnamese Instrument performances to Hallyu feast with K-pop inspired music and food, to the Oceanic Bounty with abundantly sumptuous seafood treats and an euphoria DJ sound afterward.
Marcel Oostenbrink, General Manager of Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai shared: “An iconic Vietnamese festival, Tet is one of our favourite times of the year. Celebrate the start of the Year of the Cat with us through a magical array of tantalising feasts, heartfelt rituals, and inspired activities. Said to represent intuition, intelligence, and flexibility, cats are symbolic of all that we stand for here at The Nam Hai – as well as always making time for a well-earned rest! We hope you enjoy our dazzling fiesta of fun, felines, and togetherness.”.
