Gallop Into Lunar New Year 2026 at Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives

This February, Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives invites guests to welcome Lunar New Year 2026 with a vibrant island  celebration honouring the Year of the Fire Horse. Running from 16 to 21  February, the programme blends festive dining, restorative wellness, and family friendly fun set against the breathtaking natural beauty and stunning sunsets of  the Maldives.

In Chinese culture, the Horse symbolises energy, confidence, freedom and  forward momentum, qualities intensified by the Fire element, which represents  passion, renewal and bold new beginnings. At Kandooma, this spirit comes to life  through a thoughtfully prepared celebration that balances relaxation with  movement, and time-honoured traditions with the freedom of a private island  escape. 

Festive dining sits at the heart of the celebrations. Guests are invited to share in  a Prosperity Yu Sheng (Lo Hei) experience, where fresh fish, vibrant shredded  vegetables and condiments are tossed together to invite abundance, unity and  good fortune. Traditionally, the higher the toss, the greater the luck. Interactive  Hot Pot evenings at The Asian Kitchen on the beach include the Yu Sheng set, a choice of two savoury broths, fresh vegetables, chewy noodles, premium Angus  beef slices, juicy Tiger prawns, pork belly and an assortment of tasty fish balls. (US$99++ per person available 16-21 February except 19 February). Seafood lovers will be delighted with the Seafood Fiesta at The Asian Kitchen on 19  February where an indulgent spread will welcome guests, including fresh sushi  and sashimi, sand lobster, Norwegian salmon and more. Meat lovers are catered  for too, with a choice of grass-fed beef sirloin, succulent lamb cutlets, roasted  Beijing Duck, crispy pork belly and more. (US$99++ per person).  

The Lunar New Year also invites renewal and reflection. Throughout the week  (16-21 February), guests can unwind with special offers on spa rituals focused  on balance and gentle rejuvenation. Refresh the skin and spirit with the  Kandooma Spa’s Express Facial using SUNDARI skincare products (US$45,  normally $70). Rejuvenate the body with a gentle Full-body Exfoliation  (US$40, normally US$80). Beyond signature treatments at Kandooma Spa by  COMO Shambhala, a programme of wellness and movement activities  encourages reconnection and vitality, including sunrise and sunset yoga, ‘Float  & Flow’ SUP yoga, and the immersive new ‘Salt & Sound’ healing sessions,  ensuring you begin the year feeling refreshed and aligned. 

Designed as a family-friendly celebration, Lunar New Year at Kandooma offers  added value with IHG’s Kids Eat & Stay Free (for up to two children under  13). On Lunar New Year’s Day, 17 February, younger guests are welcomed at  Kandoo Kids’ Club for hands-on festivities including wishing tree creations,  red-envelope treasure hunts, crafts and festive games, creating fun memories  for the whole family. 

Surrounded by turquoise waters, vibrant marine life and white-sand beaches  fringed with palms, guests are free to shape their celebration their own way. For  some, the New Year begins with adventure: snorkelling, jet-ski safaris, scuba  diving and ocean excursions. For others, it’s about slowing down and simple  pleasures: spa time, hammock lounging with a good book, or a refreshing swim  in crystal-clear waters. 

Accommodation options cater to couples and families alike, from lush garden  villas and beachfront villas to the resort’s popular two-storey beach houses.  Among the most sought-after are the spacious overwater villas featuring a  signature hammock suspended above the lagoon and direct ladder access into  the water below, presenting an array of opportunities for the perfect selfie.  

Throughout the festive period, guests are supported by Chinese-language menus  and the resort’s multilingual team, with Mandarin-speaking colleagues available  to ensure comfort, ease and a seamless stay.  

Welcome Lunar New Year 2026 at Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives, where  island beauty, meaningful traditions and fun for all ages come together to usher  in the Year of the Fire Horse. The resort’s Lunar New Year programme is available online at https://holidayinn.aflip.in/HIRKMChineseNewYear2026.html  

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