Journey of Joy: Celebrating a Magical Festive Season at New World Phu Quoc Resort

This year, New World Phu Quoc Resort invites travellers to embrace a festive season shaped by island charm, sunlit celebrations, and the warmth of togetherness. Set along the serene shores of Phu Quoc, the resort transforms into a tropical wonderland where twinkling lights dance against the palms, afternoons linger with the sweetness of holiday treats, and evenings unfold beneath a canopy of stars.

True to its theme, A Journey of Joy, the season is an invitation to reconnect, to slow down, and to savour meaningful moments with the people who matter most. From a Noël Afternoon Tea shared under the shade of lush gardens to the electric anticipation of a New Year’s Eve countdown by the sea, each experience is crafted to evoke warmth, nostalgia, and the simple pleasure of being together.

Throughout the season, The Lounge becomes home to The Sugar & Spice Lounge, an irresistible stop for festive treats available daily from 9am to 4pm. Here, guests discover a sweet world of yule logs, gingerbread creations, and beautifully crafted pastries that capture the whimsy of the holidays. As day turns to dusk, the resort’s energy shifts to Resort Square, where Starry Nights – held from 5 December to 5 January – brings the island to life with an abundant buffet of Asian and Western favourites, free-flow beverages, live music, and charming themed movie nights. With its relaxed open-air setting and glittering sky above, it becomes one of the resort’s most spirited celebrations of the season.

For those seeking serenity amid the festivities, The Zen offers a peaceful retreat with wellness experiences designed to restore balance. A Joyful Retreat at The Zen invites guests to unwind with complimentary enhancements to their treatments: a 30-minute body scrub added to every 90-minute massage, or a soothing express massage paired with every 60-minute facial. These rituals run throughout the season and offer a moment of quiet relief – the ideal pause between celebrations, family gatherings, and beachside adventures.

Christmas festivities begin oceanfront at COCO Beach House on 24 December, where Christmas Eve by the Shore offers a beautifully curated set menu framed by the sound of waves and live music. Highlights include Pink Pomelo Salad, Alaskan King Crab, and roasted pheasant elevated with wild pepper and lime butter sauce, followed by festive desserts that complete the evening’s warmth. The celebration continues on Christmas Day at LUA – Grill & Bar, where a Traditional Christmas Roast from 12pm to 3pm invites families to gather over tender roasted turkey, Australian Prime Rib, truffle mashed potatoes, and generous pours of red wine sauce – a comforting homage to holiday traditions.

The final nights of the year unfold across the resort with a trio of distinct culinary journeys on 31 December. LUA – Grill & Bar hosts La Dolce Notte, an elegant Italian-inspired dinner accompanied by sparkling wine and live performances, offering an intimate, indulgent welcome to the year ahead. At COCO Beach House, The Grand Beach Banquet presents a grander seaside celebration with an international buffet, free-flow beverages, live music, and a captivating fire dance show – a lively beach party beneath swaying palms. Meanwhile, Resort Square transforms into a global culinary stage with A Feast to Remember, a spirited buffet featuring premium roasts, festive favourites, and signature creations, all enhanced by live band performances that lend the evening a sense of jubilant festivity.

As midnight nears, the entire resort converges for Countdown by the Sea, Phu Quoc’s most vibrant New Year’s Eve celebration. With DJs, live performances, and fireworks illuminating the sky over Khem Beach, the moment captures the essence of Journey of Joy – a spectacular crescendo of shared excitement, hope, and island magic to welcome 2026.

Throughout the festive season, the resort ensures that joy extends to guests of every age. Children delight in cookie-making workshops and thrilling adventures at Aqua World, while couples and families savour quiet moments through spa rituals or romantic beachfront dinners. Every experience, whether spirited or serene, is crafted with intention: to inspire connection, laughter, and memories that linger long after the holiday lights fade.

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For more information and reservation, email phuquoc.newworldhotels.com or call +84 973716666.