Each new year in the Chinese calendar is associated with an animal and one of the five elements, forming a 12-year cycle full of symbolism and traditions!<\/p>\n
In 2026, the Lunar New Year marks the start of a dynamic and energetic period: the Year of the Horse is here!<\/p>\n
The Horse <\/strong>symbolizes freedom, strength, speed, and adventure<\/strong>. It is an animal associated with optimism and action, bringing a year that calls us to move forward, take bold steps, and pursue our goals with passion!<\/p>\n We kicked off Chinese New Year 2026 by inviting you to join us on an exciting journey filled with flavor, surprises, and true Oriental Express experiences. Once again, Oriental Express has arrived at the start of the new year, bringing energy, creativity, and the promise of an unforgettable season! <\/p>\n From the Snake to the Horse: A Year in Motion This year, we invited you to enter a world full of puzzles and discoveries through an interactive puzzle game<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Our social channels were filled with hints, reveals, and moments of suspense, creating a community of players eagerly awaiting each night\u2019s next challenge!<\/p>\n The Game: Guess & Win<\/strong><\/p>\n A unique challenge full of mystery, speed, and\u2026 noodles arrived to test your observation skills and quick thinking!<\/p>\n Every night at midnight, new pieces of the puzzle were revealed, and participants had to carefully study the image and guess what lay behind it. The quickest and most perceptive players stood out and made it to victory. <\/p>\n The Solution<\/strong>: The puzzle revealed the Chinese New Year (Lunar New Year)<\/strong> and the transition from the wise Ori to the adventurous Orion, marking the arrival of the Year of the Horse.<\/p>\n The TOP 5 winners received:<\/strong> The next 50 winners received: Many Players, Even More Excitement<\/strong> If you missed out or want to try your luck again, stay tuned. New contests and even more surprises are coming soon! <\/p>\nChinese New Year & Oriental Express<\/h3>\n
The Arrival of the Horse: After the wisdom and strategy of the Snake, the Horse brings energy, momentum, and freedom. It\u2019s time to move faster, take bolder steps, and pursue our dreams with determination. <\/p>\nThe Game: Guess & Win<\/h3>\n
The Big Winners<\/strong><\/h3>\n
The fun came with plenty of rewards \u2014 and there were plenty to go around!<\/h4>\n
The Noodles of the Year \u2013 enjoying Oriental Express 3\u2019 Noodles in all their flavours
A Mystery Oriental Express Goodies Bag full of surprises<\/p>\n
-A collectible Oriental Express gift
-3\u2019 Instant Noodles in a unique surprise flavour specially selected for them<\/p>\n
The contest drew huge participation, with players returning each night to solve the mystery before anyone else. The thrill of the reveal, the fast-paced challenge, and of course the delicious prizes made the experience truly unforgettable. <\/p>\nThe Best Is Yet to Come!<\/h3>\n