Avani Launches 'Travelling Traditions' Tying Festive Stays to Local Ritual

Avani Hotels & Resorts has unveiled its “Travelling Traditions” campaign for the 2025 festive season, inviting guests to immerse themselves in authentic local celebrations across Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Indian Ocean.

Highlights of “Travelling Traditions”
This initiative encourages travelers to go beyond typical holiday routines and experience the unique customs of each destination. Here’s a glimpse of what’s on offer:

- Madrid, Spain:
Celebrate New Year’s Eve by eating twelve lucky grapes at midnight in Puerta del Sol, and join the San Silvestre Vallecana 10K race on December 31.

- Fares, Maldives:
Join Boduberu drumming circles, enjoy Maldivian cuisine cooked over coconut husks, and participate in artisan workshops and storytelling under the stars.

- Luang Prabang, Laos:
Witness the centuries-old alms-giving ritual at dawn and explore vibrant night markets filled with lanterns, crafts, and traditional music.

- Khao Lak, Thailand:
Take part in morning monk offerings and release paper lanterns on the beach during candlelit picnics.

- Bangkok, Thailand:
Visit temples for merit-making, enjoy festive markets, and indulge in a themed afternoon tea at Avani Sukhumvit.

- Victoria Falls, Zambia:
Experience carol singing in local languages, shop for handmade crafts, and enjoy family braais with the thunder of the Falls in the background.

About the Campaign
“Travelling Traditions” is designed to blend cultural immersion with festive joy, offering guests a deeper connection to the places they visit. It’s part of Avani’s broader mission to deliver meaningful, locally inspired travel experiences.