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Bintan Resorts Welcomes First International Arrivals of 2026
- Bintan Resorts
- News
Bintan Resorts officially marked the start of 2026 by welcoming the first international arrivals of the year through a special First Arrival Ceremony held at Bandar Bentan Telani Ferry Terminal. The ceremony celebrated the arrival of guests traveling on the very first ferry trip of 2026, symbolizing a positive and promising beginning for the year ahead.
The inaugural visitors, comprising travelers from Japan, Germany, and India, were warmly received with Bintan Resorts’ signature hospitality. The occasion reflected the destination’s continued commitment to international tourism and its position as one of Southeast Asia’s most accessible and appealing resort destinations.
Speaking at the ceremony, Kristofer Gunara, Management of Bintan Resorts, expressed optimism for the year ahead, noting that 2026 will be filled with exciting developments and experiences across the destination. He invited travelers from around the world to enjoy Bintan’s natural beauty, diverse accommodations, and growing calendar of international events.
Throughout 2026, Bintan Resorts will host a series of flagship events that continue to attract global participants, including the Bintan Triathlon, the Bintan Marathon, and Brave Bintan. These events reinforce Bintan’s reputation as a premier destination for sports tourism and active travel.
Adding further momentum to the year, Bintan Resorts is set to welcome its newest hospitality offering, Mövenpick Resort & Spa Bintan Lagoon, scheduled to fully open in Q2 2026. The resort will introduce Mövenpick’s Swiss-inspired hospitality to Bintan, featuring 420 rooms and suites, a beachfront setting, multiple dining venues, extensive leisure facilities, and comprehensive meeting and event spaces, further expanding the destination’s accommodation portfolio.
As part of the First Arrival Ceremony, Bintan Resorts management extended a token of appreciation to the inaugural guests by presenting complimentary vouchers redeemable across selected resorts within the destination. The vouchers included a dining voucher from ANMON Desert Themed Glamping Resort Bintan, a dining voucher from Mövenpick Resort & Spa Bintan Lagoon, a stay voucher from Grand Lagoi Hotel, a stay voucher from Nirwana Resort Hotel, a stay and dining voucher from Four Points by Sheraton Bintan, Lagoi Bay, and a comprehensive package from Homm Bintan by Banyan Group consisting of a stay voucher, dining voucher, and a one-hour spa treatment.
This gesture of appreciation reflects Bintan Resorts’ commitment to delivering memorable experiences from the moment guests arrive and highlights the destination’s collaborative hospitality ecosystem.
With the successful welcoming of the first international arrivals, an exciting line-up of global events, and the introduction of new resort offerings, Bintan Resorts looks forward to a vibrant and impactful 2026, inviting travelers from around the world to experience the best of Bintan.