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Celebrate New Beginnings with Lunar New Year Festivities at Kuda Villingili Resort

Lunar New Year Festivities at Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives

Kuda Villingili welcomes guests to ring in Lunar New Year 2025 with an extraordinary celebration. Embracing the spirit of the Year of the Snake, the resort offers a harmonious blend of vibrant cultural experiences and the serenity of island life. Guests can bask in the elegance and wisdom the snake represents while enjoying a festive atmosphere that perfectly complements the resort’s luxurious setting. This celebration promises to be a memorable beginning to the new year, merging time-honored Chinese traditions with the unparalleled offerings of this exclusive destination.

A Festive Celebration of Tradition

The Year of the Snake represents wisdom, grace, and intuition. To celebrate these qualities, Kuda Villingili has planned a series of engaging events. Guests will be captivated by the energetic Lion and Dragon Dances. They will also enjoy the rhythmic beats of Chinese Drummers and the beauty of Traditional Chinese Dance. Colorful mascots will make appearances, bringing extra joy to the festivities. Guests can also participate in snake-themed art workshops, designed for everyone to get creative and enjoy the festive spirit.

The resort’s culinary team will shine with an exclusive buffet dinner on 29 January 2025. The menu features traditional Chinese dishes like dumplings, whole fish, and tangyuan, each symbolizing good fortune and prosperity. For a more interactive experience, guests can enjoy a hot pot lunch at East restaurant, filled with a variety of sides and broths. It’s the perfect opportunity to reflect on the past year and share hopes for the year ahead.

Guests can also gather their loved ones at Mar-Umi or indulge in the art of Teppanyaki. Expert chefs will dazzle with their culinary skills, preparing fresh and flavorful dishes right before guests’ eyes. Sharing stories and laughter around the Teppanyaki table will create lasting memories, all while enjoying an interactive dining experience.

Island Adventures and Family Fun

Kuda Villingili also offers exciting activities beyond the cultural celebrations. Guests can explore the stunning Kaafu Atoll, setting sail on a traditional Maldivian dhoni and watching playful dolphins cruise alongside. Alternatively, they can try their hand at traditional line fishing under the glowing sunset, creating truly unique experiences. For those seeking more adventure, the resort offers thrilling water activities like jet ski tours and Seabob underwater exploration. Guests can also visit the dive center to pick up a new hobby or enhance their diving skills while exploring over 50 breathtaking dive sites around the atoll, where encounters with sea turtles and vibrant reef fish await.

Moreover, at Kuda Fiyo Kids Club, younger guests will enjoy a variety of curated activities designed to fully embrace the festive spirit of the Lunar New Year. Laughter and joy will fill the air as they engage in the special offerings.

Kuda Villingili’s Lunar New Year celebration combines the richness of Chinese traditions with the resort’s luxurious offerings. It promises an unforgettable experience, welcoming a new year filled with joy, prosperity, and adventure.

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Malaysia Boosts Tourism with Strong Links to Southern India

Tourism Malaysia: Key South Indian Cities Driving Growth

Malaysia is ramping up its focus on key South Indian cities such as Hyderabad, Bangalore, and Kochi to boost tourism, according to the latest data from the Malaysian Tourism Department. These cities play a pivotal role in Malaysia’s tourism strategy, contributing nearly half of the flights from India to Malaysia.

With 151 weekly flights offering 26,686 seats per week, direct connectivity from Southern India has become a cornerstone of Malaysia’s tourism growth plan. Moreover, Datuk Manoharan Periasamy, Director General of Tourism Malaysia, highlighted the importance of this region, stating, “India has been a key market for Malaysia for over 20 years, and with the upcoming Visit Malaysia Year 2026 (VMY2026), we are targeting 1.6 million Indian travellers. Southern India, with its robust flight connections, is crucial to our growth strategy. The 151 weekly flights and 26,686 seats per week reflect the high demand for travel between Malaysia and the Southern cities of India”

Expanding Malaysia’s Appeal

In addition to strong flight connections, Malaysia is positioning itself as a leading destination for MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibitions), wedding tourism, and leisure travel. Periasamy emphasized that Malaysia’s appeal lies in its world-class infrastructure and beautiful destinations, offering diverse travel experiences for all kinds of tourists.

One sector that is seeing particularly rapid growth is wedding tourism, with an increasing number of Indian couples choosing Malaysia for their dream weddings. Furthermore, this trend highlights Malaysia’s growing popularity among Indian travelers seeking unique experiences.

Hishamuddin Mustafa, the newly appointed Director of Tourism Malaysia Chennai, reinforced the strategic importance of South Indian cities like Hyderabad, Bangalore, and Kochi. He pointed out that the ease of access provided by 84 weekly flights and 12,395 seats per week makes Malaysia a highly attractive destination for Indian travelers. “Whether it’s for MICE, a dream wedding, or a family vacation, Malaysia has something for everyone,” Mustafa said, underscoring the wide range of experiences the country offers.

In 2024, Malaysia set a new record by welcoming over 1.1 million Indian tourists, marking a significant achievement in its tourism sector. This surge, he noted, reflects the strong relationship between the two countries and the rising demand for travel to Malaysia. Looking ahead, Malaysia aims to attract 1.4 million Indian tourists in 2025 and 1.6 million by 2026, as part of the Visit Malaysia Year 2026 campaign.

Supporting this growth, the visa-free entry policy for Indian travelers, which will remain in effect until 31 December 2026, has simplified travel to Malaysia. As a result, Malaysia has become even more accessible to Indian citizens, further encouraging visits to the country.

Feature image via Travel Weekly Asia

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