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    Let’s make the Year of the Snake a little more playful

    Celebrate Lunar New Year with wisdom, transformation, and fun. Across the 15 days of festive celebrations, discover cherished traditions, exciting prizes, and exclusive offers to make this year truly unforgettable.

    Thank you for participating in our Lunar New Year Game Prize Draw

    The prize draw entry period has ended. All winners have been notified via the email provide. You can also check the list of winners on this page. Thank you for playing. Stay tuned to our website for more exciting offers and activities.

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    Grand Prize
    Grand Prize

    Two Business Class return flights

    Win a pair of Cathay Pacific return flights from London or Manchester to Hong Kong in Business Class. (1 winner)

    Cathay Edition Mahjong Set

    Take home a Cathay x Start From Zero wooden mahjong set, blending sustainability with rich cultural tradition. (1 winner)

    Cathay the Year of the Snake soft toy

    Win your adorable Year of the Snake soft toy, featuring a mother snake and her baby nestled in a detachable eggshell. (12 winners)

    LW Theatres | My Neighbour Totoro Theatre Tickets

    Enjoy a magical experience with a pair of tickets to the My Neighbour Totoro theatre show, sponsored by LW Theatre. (1 winner)

    Fortnum & Mason | The Lunar New Year Gift Box

    Take home a curated gift box includes decadent Chocolate Gold Coins, Lunar New Year Iced Biscuits, a Cup of Good Fortune Loose Leaf Tea. For a sparkling touch, enjoy Fortnum and Mason's non-alcoholic Rosé Sparkling Tea. (1 winner)

    Happy Lunar New Year!

    Celebrate the Year of the Snake with our exclusive offers

    January Sale
    The Cathay Pacific January sale

    Fly to Asia and Australia from £579*.

    Shhh… you’re in on a little secret. With our January Sale, you’ll find the prices a little lower than usual. But the experience as elevated as ever. 

    *Terms and Condition apply. Lunar New Year Flash Sale discount codes applicable for The Cathay Pacific Sale fares.

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    The Year of the Dragon
    Lunar New Year Flash Sale

    Save £88 per person

    Like the forked tongue of the snake, two paths await your next adventure. Claim your lai see now and save £88 per person with UK88SPRING or UK88AUTUMN.

    Ends at midnight 2 February or when all codes are used.

    *Terms and conditions apply.

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    Did you know?

    Discover the rich symbolism and cherished traditions that make the Lunar New Year unforgettable

    A red packet of fortune

    What is a Lai See?

    A lai see (利是, pronounced lai6 si6) is a red packet/ red envelope given during celebrations like Lunar New Year to bring blessings and good fortune. Traditionally filled with money, it’s a heartfelt gesture of sharing prosperity and happiness with loved ones.

    The luck of 8

    Why is 8 the luckiest number?

    In Chinese culture, the number 8 (八, pronounced baat3) is a powerful symbol of prosperity. It sounds like the word for "wealth" or "fortune" (發, pronounced faat3). A perfect number to bring good luck in the new year!

    That’s why we’re offering you £88 off - a double dose of good fortune to bring luck and success to your next adventure.

    Wisdom of the snake

    What does the Year of the Snake represent?

    The snake symbolises transformation, wisdom, and resilience. This year encourages shedding the old, embracing change, and seizing new opportunities. Let the spirit of the snake guide you towards new opportunities and meaningful journeys this year.

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