FESTIVE Season 2017/2018
XIN CHAO! A warm welcome to Six Senses Ninh Van Bay. We wish you a wonderful festive season and a Happy New Year! We have lined up a series of memorable events for you, your loved ones and the whole family to enjoy, including family friendly activities, spa and wellness programs and delightful culinary experiences, all specially crafted to enchant the senses. On December 22, our guests will gather round for our traditional Christmas tree lighting ceremony. For our younger guests our air-conditioned children s Sub Club is open daily from Friday, December 22, 2017 until Tuesday, January 2, 2018 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm and 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm. It offers a host of games and activities based around our Six Senses culture of real life experiences more details inside this brochure. Babysitting service available on request, please contact your GEM. Another of our resort s festive highlights is our signature Santa GEMs. Appearing for one day only on December 25, they add a unique and memorable touch to Christmas at Six Senses Ninh Van Bay. And so the adults don t feel left out of the seasonal cheer, once a week our management team, together with our General Manager, invite you to join us for complimentary GM s cocktails. Please contact your GEM to make a reservation. 2 3
Join us for a CHRISTMAS TREE lighting ceremony as we kick off the festive season and enjoy some CANAPÉS and bubblies. Friday, December 22 6:00 pm At the Reception Himalayan Singing Bowls Class Himalayan Singing Bowls have been used for centuries for healing and meditation purposes. The sound from Himalayan Singing Bowls accompanied by chanting are chemically metabolized into endogenous opiates that act on the body as internal painkillers and healing agents. The Himalayan Singing Bowls aid physical, emotional and spiritual healing. A regenerative process with spiritual awakening that can have profound consequences on illness, disease, and all aspects of our lives. Friday, December 22 11:00 am At Six Senses Spa Friday, December 22 9:00 am Friday Shopper ($) 11:00 am Singing Bowl Class at Six Senses Spa (R) 2:00 pm Art Class at the Experience Center 4:30 pm Drinks Adrift ($) 6:00 pm Let There Be Light! Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Lobby. 7:00 pm A la carte & the Ninh Van Bay Wok Stars 7:00 pm Dinner Under the Stars at Dining by the Rocks ($) Kids ' Activities 9:00 am Into the Blue at the Experience Center (R) 10:00 am Quiet Time - Guided Meditation at Six Senses Spa 2:00 pm Get your Cluck on - Chicken Farm tour 3:00 pm Storytelling in the Sub Club 6:30 pm Kids Movie Under the Stars at Drinks by the Beach 4 5
Saturday, December 23 at Dining by the Bay 7:00 am Hike into the Wild (R) 11:30 am Aerial Yoga Demonstration at Six Senses Spa (R) 12:00 pm Master Banh Xeo Workshop in the Organic Garden (R) 3:00 pm Volleyball Competition at the Experience Center (Guests versus Hosts) 6:00 pm Wine Bar at Dining by the Jetty ($) 6:30 pm Floating Flavors! Cruise and Dine ($) 7:00 pm Seafood Paradise Buffet at Dining by the Pool ($) 7:00 pm A la carte Dinner & Sushi Bar at Dining by the Bay Guided Adventure Hike Channel your inner sense of adventure and hike a trail that leads to a mountaintop overlooking the entire panorama of Ninh Van Bay. At the crest you can explore the reservoir and possibly spot a monkey colony. Continuing further on the trail you ll reach a lovely unspoiled beach from where you can board a boat back to the resort. Saturday, December 23 7:00 am Cruise and Dine Enjoy a unique opportunity to cruise and dine around the secluded cove of Ninh Van Bay under a blanket of stars. This is a specially crafted experience for couples to enjoy a romantic evening in an unforgettable setting while savoring a delectable dinner of fresh seafood and grilled meats paired with bubbly. Saturday, December 23 6:30 pm 9:00 am Mini Christmas Show at the Sub Club 10:00 am Christmas Tree Decoration at the Sub Club 2:00 pm Build the Sandman 3:00 pm Christmas Card Making at the Sub Club 6:30 pm Kids Movie Under the Stars at Drinks by the Beach 6 7
Christmas Eve Buffet This features a lavish buffet of Christmas delicacies with a Vietnamese twist, specially prepared by the Dining by the Bay team. Embrace the beautiful atmosphere accompanied by a live music band performance, while enjoying a spectacular buffet spread of fresh seafood, tuna ceviche, beef tartar, live cooking stations of grilled meats and a carving station of traditional Christmas dishes with all the trimmings. Make sure you leave some room for a huge array of desserts that are nutritious and delicious. Sunday, December 24 7:00 pm At Dining by the Bay Sunday, December 24 10:00 am Bamboo Dance at the Experience Center 3:00 pm Aqua Yoga at the Main Pool (R) 2:00 pm Badminton Competition at the Experience Center 5:30 pm Christmas Gathering by the Boutique 7:00 pm Christmas Eve Buffet with live music at Dining by the Bay ($) 7:00 pm Christmas Special set menu Dinner at Dining by the Rocks with a Violin and Guitar Performance ($) 9:00 am Yoga Class at Six Senses Spa (R) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Ninh Van Junior Master Chef ($) 2:00 pm Bash the Balloon at the Sub Club 8 9
Monday, December 25 at Dining by the Bay 9:00 am Back to Tradition trip ($) 11:00 am Chakra Balancing Workshop at Six Senses Spa (R) 12:00 pm Master Nem Cuon Workshop in the Organic Garden (R) 2:00 pm Bike Polo at the Experience Center (R) 6:00 pm Wine Bar at Dining by the Jetty ($) 7:00 pm A la carte Dinner & Vietnamese Hotpot at Dining by the Bay 7:00 pm Pho-nomenal Street Market Buffet with Traditional Music at Dining by the Pool ($) Wine Tasting at Dining by the Jetty Enjoy a wine tasting session with our sommelier as you sample wines from different wine regions around the world with a panoramic view of Ninh Van Bay. Monday, December 25 6:00 pm At Dining by the Jetty Vietnamese Street Market Buffet Savor an authentic large buffet spread of Vietnamese cuisine with many live cooking stations while enjoying a live traditional music performance. Monday, December 25 7:00 pm At Dining by the Pool 9:00 am Paper talk! Vietnamese Origami at the Sub Club 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Welcome Santa! 2:00 pm Be a Farmer at Ninh Van Bay Garden ($) 6:30 pm Kids Movie Under the Stars at Drinks by the Beach 10 11
Tuesday, December 26 10:00 am Reef Discovery (R) 11:00 am Singing Bowl Class at Six Senses Spa (R) 2:00 pm Piñata Games (R) 4:30 pm Drinks Adrift ($) Kids Activities 9:00 am Water Dance at the Main Pool 10:00 am Plant the Future - Seed Sowing ($) 2:00 pm Beachside Architecture - Sand Castle Building (R) 3:00 pm Xin chao! It s Vietnamese Class 6:30 pm Kids Movie Under the Stars at Drinks by the Beach 7:00 pm A la carte Dinner & Cibo Italiano ($) 7:00 pm Dinner Under the Stars at Dining by the Rocks ($) Dining by the Rocks An intimate natural setting overlooking the picture perfect Ninh Van Bay. A contemporary dining performance that showcases local produce, top quality meat and seafood and creates dishes at the culinary forefront a fusion of modern Asian and Western cuisine. Tuesday, December 26 7:00 pm Cinema Paradiso There s no better way to enjoy a movie with your loved ones than in a spectacular outdoor setting under a blanket of stars. Complimentary popcorn will of course be provided! Tuesday, December 26 9:00 pm At Drinks by the Jetty *Dining by the Rocks is also open on some other days during the festive season. Please contact your GEM for further information. 12 13
Fishing in the bay Cruise the scenic bay with a local fisherman on a traditional wooden boat. All catches can be either released back into the waters or our chefs will be delighted to cook them for you as per your preference for a small extra fee. Wednesday, December 27 Wednesday, December 27 7:00 am Fishing in the Bay ($) 11:30 am Meditation Class at Six Senses Spa (R) 2:00 pm Pingpong Class (R) 4:00 pm Vietnamese Coffee Brewhouse at Drinks by the Beach (R) 6:00 pm Wine Bar at Dining by the Jetty ($) 7:00 pm A taste of the Mediterranean at Dining by the Pool ($) 7:00 pm A la carte Dinner 9:00 am The Greenery Things 10:00 am Xin chao! It s Vietnamese Class 2:00 pm Junior Mixologist ($) 3:00 pm Discover how natural oil is made! 6:30 pm Kids Movie Under the Stars at Drinks by the Beach 14 15
Thursday, December 28 9:00 am Discover Real Vietnam ($) 11:30 am Hatha Yoga at Six Senses Spa (R) 3:00 pm Beach Soccer (R) 7:00 pm Dinner Under the Stars at Dining by the Rocks ($) 7:00 pm A La Carte Dinner & Seafood Paradise (R) Coral Reef Restoration Program Six Senses Ninh Van Bay is committed to launching a coral reef restoration program to protect and preserve the pristine and yet fragile marine ecosystem surrounding the resort. The coral project will take place in various stages. The main objective at this stage is to establish swimming/ snorkeling pathway through the reef, create an inventory of our marine life and protect the reef from further damage. The marine biologists will also train our team about the reef s precious residents, which would enable our hosts to take guests for snorkeling trips safely inside the bay. EARTH LAB Earth Lab is a place where we showcase our sustainability efforts to reduce consumption, produce locally, and support communities and ecosystems. Guests can join a tour to visit the organic gardens, mushroom hut, chicken farm, water treatment plant and solar panel. In addition, guests can learn about making a natural essential oil at the Alembic using the ingredients we grow on site. Earth Lab also displays scientific yet practical facts and figures, raising awareness and sharing information to persuade people to modify their daily behavior and incorporate more sustainable practices. 9:00 am Plant the Future - Seed Sowing ($) 10:00 am Beach time! Let s have fun in the sand 2:00 pm So you think you can dance! 3:00 pm Into the Art of Vietnamese (R) 6:30 pm Kids Movie Under the Stars at Drinks by the Beach 16 17
Drinks Adrift Savor the alluring glow of the horizon while enjoying tasty canapés and sipping cocktails. Connect with loved ones as the golden sun retires behind the archipelago. This is a memorable experience like no other. This sea voyage will take you past floating lobster farms, pristine beaches and towering mountains swathed in lush flora. Friday, December 29 9:00 am Friday Shopper ($) 2:00 pm Chinese Chess Lesson at the Experience Center (R) 4:30 pm Drinks Adrift ($) 3:00 pm Aqua Yoga at the Main Pool (R) 7:00 pm A la carte Dinner 7:00 pm Thrills from the Grill - BBQ Night at Dining by the Pool with Passion live band performance ($) 9:00 am Into the Blue at the Experience Center (R) 10:00 am Quiet Time - Guided Meditation at Six Senses Spa (R) 2:00 pm Get your Cluck on - Chicken farm tour (R) 3:00 pm Story telling in the Sub Club. 6:30 pm Kids Movie Under the Stars at Drinks by the Beach 18 19
Saturday, December 30 7:00 am Hike into the Wild (R) 11:30 am Singing Bowl Class at Six Senses Spa (R) 12:00 pm Master Banh Cuon Workshop in the Organic Garden (R) 3:00 pm Volleyball Competition at Experience Center (Guests versus Hosts) 6:00 pm Wine Bar at Dining by the Jetty ($) 6:30 pm Floating Flavors! Cruise and Dine ($) 7:00 pm A la carte Dinner & Noodle bar 7:00 pm Seafood Paradise at Dining by the Pool ($) Vietnamese Massage, 60/90 minutes Improve circulation and rejuvenate the body with this traditional massage incorporating pressure point techniques with invigorating movements to warm and relax your muscles. Heated suction cups are gently placed along your back to aid this process; and pure coconut oil infused with blanda and penduliflora essential oils enhances the overall benefits. 9:00 am Chocolate and mint pot ($) 10:00 am Beach time! Let s have fun in the sand 2:00 pm Zero waste: Recycled arts and crafts (R) 3:00 pm Ninh Van Junior Master Chef (R) 6:30 pm Kids Movie Under the Stars at Drinks by the Beach 20 21
New YEAR S Eve Gathering Sunday, December 31 6:30 pm At Dining by the Bay beach front Beach countdown party Sunday, December 31 10:30 pm At Dining by the Bay beach front Visiting Practitioner Trayl Aitken Traly has developed a unique style of exercise and massage that taps into the parasympathetic system and allows you to rediscover the joy of movement and well-being. His philosophy is strongly based on getting back to basics and using the natural environment on offer at our beautiful property. Boot camp: Boxing and Ball Drills with VP, Trayl Aitken, used in a circuit to improve speed, coordination and recovery times. This is a very challenging workout for the core in a dynamic primal survival mode fighting for your life! Sunday, December 31 11:00 am At Six Senses Spa Sunday, December 31 9:00 am Tube-fly on the Bay ($) 11:00 am Boot camp: Boxing and Ball Drills at Six Senses Spa (R) 2:00 pm Water relay (R) 3:00 pm Traditional coconut oil making Class at Six Senses Spa (R) 6:30 pm New Year s Eve Gathering: Follow the call of Dragon at DBB s beach front 7:00 pm New Year s Eve Special set menu Dinner at Dining by the Rocks ($) with an acoustic performance 8:00 pm Till the Midnight Feast - Buffet Dinner with Music performance and pop up surprises at Dining by the Bay ($) 10:30 pm Beach Countdown Party 9:00 am Yoga Class at Six Senses Spa 10:00 am Be a Farmer at Ninh Van Bay Garden ($) 2:00 pm So you think you can dance! 3:00 pm Let s purify the water! (R) 22 23
Monday, January 1 7:30 am Rise and Shine it s Breakfast time 10:00 am Lobster farm visit ($) 2:00 pm Chakra Balancing at Six Senses Spa (R) happy new 2:00 pm Trap-in-the-bag Racing Tournament (R) 6:00 pm Wine Bar at Dining by the Jetty ($) 7:00 pm Pho-nomenal Street Market Buffet with Traditional music at Dining by the Pool ($) 7:00 pm A la carte Dinner & Hotpot Night YEAR 2018 9:00 am Paper talk! Vietnamese Origami 10:00 am New Year s Dancing Party 2:00 pm Ninh Van Junior Master Chef ($) 3:00 pm Be a farmer at Ninh Van Bay Garden (R) 6:30 pm Kids Movie Under the Stars at Drinks by the Beach 24 25
Wellness Screening This personal consultation uses advanced technology which analyzes key physiological biomarkers of health, including body composition, metabolism, oxygen distribution, and heart function and circulation, as well as stress parameters. The results are used to prepare a wellness program specific to your individual needs. Tuesday, January 2 10:00 am Reef Discovery (R) 11:30 am Tai chi Class at Six Senses Spa (R) 12:00 pm Jam of the day! in the Organic Garden (R) 2:00 pm Bamboo Dance at the Experience Center (R) 4:30 pm Drinks Adrift ($) 7:00 pm Chef Alex Live at Dining by the Rocks ($) 7:00 pm A La Carte Dinner & Thrills from the Grill - BBQ night ($) 9:00 am Water Dance 10:00 am Plant the Future - Seed Sowing ($) 2:00 pm Beachside Architecture - Sand Castle Building (R) 3:00 pm Xin chao! It s Vietnamese Class (R) 6:30 pm Kids Movie Under the Stars at Drinks by the Beach 26 27
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