Celebrate the New Year Your Way: Avani Hotels & Resorts Unveils Unique Festivities for Every Personality

Avani Hotels & Resorts is ringing in 2025 with celebrations inspired by its six Avani Tribes: Water Baby, Foodie, Wellness Wanderer, Adventurer, Romantic, and Creative. Guests can discover their Avani Tribe with an online quiz and find out which of Avani’s distinctive New Year’s experiences is perfect for starting the year in their way.

For Water Babies: Dive into a Bioluminescent New Year’s Eve at Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort

Guests who feel most alive in the water will find their paradise at Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort, where the spirit of adventure and the beauty of nature come together for a truly unforgettable New Year’s Eve experience. The festivities kick-off with a surreal Fluo Night Snorkelling adventure, where guests are guided through shimmering, blue-lit waters that reveal vibrant, glowing marine life in a dazzling underwater spectacle. After this enchanting moonlit swim, guests can gather at the Bioluminescent New Year Gala, an immersive celebration featuring an exquisite dining experience sure to tantalise the palate. Throughout the night, live performances will captivate the audience, and guests can take cosmic selfies with neon torches, all while surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the Baa Atoll. The evening culminates in a spectacular burst of fireworks over the Indian Ocean, illuminating the night sky and marking the arrival of the new year.

Stays are from USD 600 per room, per night, based on two adults sharing a Premium Beach Front Room, including breakfast, taxes, and fees. To book, please visit www.avanihotels.com/en/fares-maldives, call +960 664 4111 or email reservations.fares@avanihotels.com.

For Foodies: Skyline Dining & Rooftop Revelling at Avani+ Riverside Bangkok Hotel

Food lovers can elevate their celebrations at Bangkok’s most exclusive spots, SEEN and SIN at Avani+ Riverside Bangkok Hotel. Guests will dine in style at SEEN with a five-course meal paired with cutting-edge cocktails by award-winning mixologist Brian Gonzalez Fernandez. Afterwards, they can head up to SIN, the glamorous rooftop bar on the hotel’s 27th floor, where Bangkok’s fireworks meet inventive cocktails, contemporary bites, and beats from top DJs, all set against the city skyline.

Stays are from THB 39,882.65 (approx. USD 1,187) per room, per night, based on two adults sharing a River View Room, inclusive of a gala dinner at Skyline featuring a full banquet buffet and free flow beverages. The NYE experience at SEEN and SIN starts from THB 21,900 (approx. USD 650) per person, including a five-course set menu, free-flow beverages, and a bottle of Champagne. To book, visit: avanihotels.com/en/riverside-bangkok, email avaniplus.bangkok@avanihotels.com.

For Wellness Wanderers: A Restorative Start to 2025 at Avani+ Luang Prabang Hotel

Luang Prabang

Avani+ Luang Prabang Hotel provides an idyllic sanctuary for wellness seekers looking to start the new year with tranquillity and rejuvenation. Guests can start the celebrations by participating in a morning alms-giving ceremony, a cherished local tradition that fosters mindfulness and gratitude. Following this peaceful ritual, they can indulge in revitalising treatments at the Anantara Spa, choosing from soothing Himalayan salt massages and restorative Gua Sha facial treatments designed to rejuvenate both body and mind. As the day draws to a close, guests can embark on a serene sunset cruise along the Mekong River, allowing the gentle flow of the water to guide them into 2025. This enchanting experience combines relaxation, cultural immersion, and breathtaking natural beauty, setting the perfect tone for a balanced and fulfilling year ahead.

Stays are from USD 350 per room, per night, based on two adults sharing an Avani Deluxe Room, including breakfast, taxes, and fees. To book, please avanihotels.com/en/luang-prabang, call +856 71 262333 or email avaniplus.luang.prabang@avanihotels.com.

For Adventurers: Embrace Tradition and Take the Plunge at Avani Museum Quarter Amsterdam

Avani Museum Quarter Amsterdam invites thrill-seekers to kick-off the new year in an exhilarating style with the time-honoured New Year’s Dive, or Nieuwjaarsduik. Adventurous guests can join thousands of spirited locals at Zandvoort Beach or choose a more accessible dive spot closer to the city, plunging into the invigorating waters to embrace the excitement of 2025. This refreshing dive is a rite of passage for many Dutch people and a unique opportunity for visitors to immerse themselves in local culture while experiencing a rush of adrenaline. After the dive, guests can come together to celebrate their courage and warm up with hot drinks, pastries and local specialties at The Pantry, Avani Museum Quarter’s signature deli. This delightful post-dive gathering ensures a memorable start to the year, filled with camaraderie and the spirit of adventure.

Stays are from EUR 195 (approx. USD 210) per room, per night, based on two adults sharing a Standard Room, including breakfast, taxes, and fees. To book, visit avanihotels.com/en/museum-quarter-amsterdam call +31 20 573 8200 or email museumquarter@avani-hotels.com.

For Romantics: Celebrate in Madrid with Romance, Tradition and the Magic of Puerta de Sol

Avani Alonso Martínez Madrid Hotel is the perfect choice for a romantic New Year’s Eve getaway, offering couples an authentic taste of Madrid’s vibrant celebrations. Just a short 15-minute walk from the iconic Puerta del Sol, guests can join the city’s beloved “Twelve Grapes of Luck” tradition, where each chime at midnight marks a grape eaten for good fortune in the year ahead. Surrounded by fireworks, live music, and thousands of revellers, the square’s electric atmosphere carries on well into the early morning. After the festivities, couples can retreat to the hotel for a cosy night’s rest, waking up to a classic Madrid tradition: warm chocolate with churros, prepared by The Pantry at Avani using treats sourced from the city’s oldest and most beloved café, Chocolatería San Ginés.

Stays are from EUR 285 per room, per night based on two sharing an Avani Room. To book, please visit avanihotels.com/en/alonso-martinez-madrid, call +34 915940213 or email alonsomartinez@avani-hotels.com

For Creatives: Step into a Themed Celebration with Cultural Highlights at FCC Angkor by Avani

Angkor

FCC Angkor by Avani invites creative souls to embrace the spirit of the Roaring Twenties at its Golden Age Chronicles New Year’s Gala, a celebration steeped in glamour and imagination. Guests are encouraged to don their finest vintage attire, stepping back in time to experience the elegance and charm of this iconic era. The evening unfolds with a playful quest for a rare orchid, enticing attendees to engage in a whimsical adventure that sparks their creativity and sense of wonder. As they explore, guests can indulge in a delightful array of themed cocktails, each artfully crafted to reflect the essence of the night, alongside gourmet dishes that showcase the rich flavours of the region. The highlight of the evening is an enchanting Apsara dance performance that captivates the audience, immersing them in the rich cultural heritage of Cambodia. To capture the magic of the night, a photo booth filled with vibrant props invites guests to take playful pictures with friends and fellow revellers.

Stays are from USD 320 per room, per night, based on two sharing a Deluxe Courtyard Room, including breakfast, taxes, and fees. To book, please visit avanihotels.com/en/angkor-siem-reap, call +855 86 214 666 or email fcc.angkor@fccangkor.com.

Avani Hotels & Resorts offers a variety of distinctive New Year’s celebrations, each crafted to suit the personalities of its guests. Visitors can discover which of the six Avani Tribes they belong to at tribes.avanihotels.com and begin 2025 with a celebration that is uniquely theirs.