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THE BOBING BANQUET AT MARCO POLO XIAMEN

Marco Polo Hotels | Marco Polo Xiamen

Events, 16 September 2025
Xiamen, China, 15 September 2025 – Recently, As the Mid-Autumn Festival approaches, Marco Polo Xiamen has launched a series of promotions with the theme "Happy Mid-Autumn Festival and Win Gifts", combining the traditional Bobing culture of Minnan with the hotel’s exceptional services. This event offers guests a joyful and culturally rich festive atmosphere during the Mid-Autumn celebration. From now until 31 October 2025, guests who reach a specified spending amount at the hotel’s restaurants will have the chance to participate in the Bobing game and win various prizes, including complimentary dining vouchers and experience vouchers.

Bobing is a unique traditional Mid-Autumn Festival activity in Minnan, symbolizing reunion and good fortune. Every year during the Mid-Autumn Festival season, families in the region hold Bobing as a ceremonial event. Participants roll dice to draw auspicious symbols, using specially crafted cakes and prizes as a medium to convey blessings through the game. The lucky titles include Zhuàngyuán, Duìtáng, Sānhóng and more. Each roll of the dice carries hopes for good luck, and every sound reflects the warmth and joy of life within a vibrant community. Marco Polo Xiamen invites you and your loved ones to an elegant banquet where you can toss the dice, enjoy the game, and immerse yourself in a meaningful celebration —one that goes beyond entertainment to honor cultural heritage and the profound ritual of reunion.

Cherishing the longing for reunion during Mid-Autumn Festival season. we extend a cordial invitation to join in the Bobing feast and present our impeccable service as a heartfelt gift. May every guest immerse in the profound charm of Minnan culture while take home the most sincere blessings and unforgettable surprises during this festive season.

About Marco Polo Xiamen

Marco Polo Xiamen boasts 300 well-appointed rooms and suites, a Marco Polo ballroom and nine meeting rooms, which can cater to events of different sizes.  The hotel provides impeccable service and offers unrivalled views of Lake Yundang and the white egret protection zone. Located near the famous Coffee Street, Marco Polo Xiamen is within a 20-minute drive to the city’s International Airport and business district. Facilities include four dining outlets, a recreation complex with an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, sauna, billiards and kids’ club.

About Marco Polo Hotels

Marco Polo Hotels’ premium hotels in Hong Kong SAR, Mainland China and the Philippines reflect the adventurous ethos of their namesake – Marco Polo.  Located in key destinations, each property is active in their community, committed to sustainability, and a central hub for gatherings and meaningful local experiences.  The brand is part of Wharf Hotels’ portfolio and a member of Global Hotel Alliance, the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands.  For more information, please visit marcopolohotels.com, Instagram or LinkedIn.

About GHA and GHA DISCOVERY 

Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) is the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands with 45 brands and 850+ hotels in 100 countries.  Its award-winning loyalty programme—GHA DISCOVERY—provides 30 million members recognition, D$ rewards and exclusive experiences across its hotels and partners, both with and without a stay. GHA DISCOVERY generated US$2.7 billion in revenue and 11 million room nights in 2024.  Through membership in GHA, brands expand their global reach, drive incremental revenue and reduce dependence on third-party channels, all while maintaining management independence and individual positioning.

For more information, visit globalhotelalliance.com or ghadiscovery.com.
 
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