For Year of the Snake, Okada Manila, famously known as “Manila’s Grand Icon” is pulling out all the stops, offering Forbes 5-star experiences in dining, entertainment, and even gaming, to bring luck, prosperity, and joy to the year ahead.

From Jan. 6 to Feb. 12, 2025, enjoy a Feast of Good Fortune at the hot Shanghainese dining spot, Yu Lei. Try their seasonal offering, “Banquet of Bountiful Blessings," priced at P8,800. This limited-edition menu will offer expertly crafted dishes like prized sea cucumber, savory noodles, and sweet rice balls.

For a more casual affair, head to Red Spice for their Fortune-Filled Feast, a menu rich in symbolism. Start with the Prosperity Toss Salad to invite abundance and enjoy wintery mains like Braised Fish Maw, Sea Cucumber, Mushrooms, and Seasonal Vegetables, believed to usher in endless luck.

End your meal on a sweet note at the Lobby Lounge & Pastry Shop, where limited-time desserts mark the season. Indulge in the Mandarin Orange Entremet, bursting with vibrant citrus flavors, or savor the Milk Chocolate Iris Macadamia Petit Gateaux for a decadent treat to share with loved ones.

Kickstart the year with holistic treatments at The Retreat Spa and The Sole Retreat. Enjoy Yin and Yang Therapy with a complimentary 30-minute scalp or hand treatment for P2,888, or opt for a Deep Sleep Wellness Therapy at The Sole Retreat, paired with a Gua Sha Back Treatment for a special rate of P1,688. These treatments promise to revive you, your mind, body, and soul for the year ahead.

For those seeking excitement, Thrillscape offers endless fun and adventure, and the chance to win big at a Lucky Numbers Challenge. Plus, the indoor facility PLAY is open to guests of all ages, guaranteeing a fun time.

Location: Okada Manila, New Seaside Drive, 1701 Parañaque, Metro Manila

Opening hours vary. For more information or the latest updates, visit Okada Manila on their website, or follow them on Instagram and Facebook.