So you’re in Thailand this season of festive feasting and partying. Maybe you’re away from your family or loved ones, but besides that there’s no reason to get the holiday blues. Even if Thailand is a predominantly Buddhist country, the kingdom today celebrates the holiday season with as much fervor as their Christian counterparts do in the West. They say that for Thais, anything can be an excuse to celebrate and have fun and certainly – this is one thing they wouldn’t just pass off without a bang, especially the New Year’s countdown. Whether you’re in Bangkok or Pattaya, Chiang Mai or Samui, Phuket or Hua Hin, you are sure to enjoy the holidays here as much as back home. If you don’t believe us, just check out some of these hotels – not ranked in any order, and emphasis on “just some,” please) — mentioned here:
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On Christmas Day, Don Giovanni will serve a 3-course set with Italian wine pairing for lunch (Bt1,200++ per person), and a 4-course set dinner with Italian wine pairing (Bt 1,600++ per person), Christmas lunch at Chatuchak Café is Bt1,500++ (adults) and Bt750++ (children) with free soft drink, while for dinner, it’s Bt1,300++ per person (International buffet with free flow gluhwein) and Bt650++ (with free flow soft drink). The 4-course Christmas set dinner at Blue Sky: Bar & Restaurant is Bt2,000++ per person.
For New Year Eve, Don Giovanni serves a 5-course Italian set dinner with champagne pairing (Bt 2,200++ per person), Chatuchak Café serves International buffet served with unlimited soft drink at Bt 2,500++ (adults) and Bt 1,250++(children). Blue Sky will serve a 5-course set dinner of international cuisine at Bt 4,100++ per person.
For more information, menus and reservations, contact 02- 541-1234, ext. 4178
[/wptabcontent] [wptabtitle] Mantra Restaurant & Bar (Pattaya Beach Road) [/wptabtitle] [wptabcontent]
For the Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dinners, a 6-course dinner including welcome mulled wine and canapés, traditional carol singing and a visit from Father Christmas awaits, ideal for any size of gathering of family or friends. Adults at Bt2,999 and children Bt1,500 per person. The Christmas Day Brunch price is Bt1,999 per person, children at Bt999 per person.
And nothing less than an outrageously extravagant feast and plenty to celebrate await for the New Year’s Eve Glitz & Glamour Celebration on Dec. 31. Price is Bt4,299 (adults); children at Bt:2,200 per person. From 11 p.m. onwards, entrance is Bt550 per person Inclusive of two drinks vouchers.
Call 038-429-591 for more details and reservations.
[/wptabcontent] [wptabtitle] Ambassador Hotel Bangkok (Sukhumvit 11) [/wptabtitle] [wptabcontent]
On ChrIstmas Day, enjoy a sumptuous International Lunch Buffet featuring traditional Christmas Specialties, while being entertained by the resident pianist. Bt850 per person.
For reservations, call 02-254-0444, ext. 1582.
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[wptabtitle] Crowne Plaza Bangkok Lumpini Park (Rama 4 ) [/wptabtitle]
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Start your feast as early Dec.5 at Crowne Plaza Bangkok Lumpini Park where you can enjoy a fabulous Father’s day brunch for only Bt1,899++ per person at Panorama Restaurant. Dinner buffet is Bt1,000++ per person. On Christmas Eve, enjoy a sumptuous buffet with all the trimmings. Price of Christmas Eve dinner is Bt1,000++ per person; Bt99 for children. For New Year’s Eve, a lavish buffet dinner awaits – to ensure an evening of fabulous dining and entertainment. Celebrate in style with the New Year extravaganza, a perfect way to end the year. Unlimited free flow of drinks will make your night even better! During dinner be entertained by our live band, cabaret shows and be amazed when we celebrate the countdown and bring in the New Year with style. Dinner is Bt3,999++ per person, with open bar at Bt5,499++ per person. Cabaret shows throughout the night, live band and New Year’s countdown.
For the complete festive program and reservations, call 02-632-9000, ext. 4158
[/wptabcontent] [wptabtitle] Amari Orchid Pattaya (Beach Road Pattaya) [/wptabtitle] [wptabcontent]
For more details and reservations, call 038-429-591.
[/wptabcontent] [wptabtitle] Millennium Hilton (Charoen Nakron Rd) [/wptabtitle] [wptabcontent]
Enjoy a “Festive Dinner” on Dec. 28, 29, 30, and Jan. 1 (and “Festive Buffet Brunch” on Dec. 30) at Flow at Bt2,800 per head. The excitement continues with the New Year Buffet Indulgence; Bt6,500 per person, including Korean entertainment); and at ThreeSixty (5-course dinner at Bt10,000 per person). Maya will serve a set dinner ( Bt4,999 per person); and Prime, a festive a la carte menu with New Year’s Eve Champagne Menu. And check-out their package including fireworks on the river, and all-inclusive drinks package at ThreeSixty at Bt5,000 per person. Free shuttle boat from River City and the Sathorn pier.
For more information, contact 02-442-2000; or news.hilton.com/Bangkok
[/wptabcontent] [wptabtitle] Novotel Bangkok on Siam Square (BTS: Siam) [/wptabtitle] [wptabcontent]
For more information, contact Tel: 02-209-8888, ext. the Square/Lok Wah Hin; or visit www.novotelbkk.com
[/wptabcontent] [wptabtitle] Windsor Suites (Sukhumvit 20) [/wptabtitle] [wptabcontent] On the evening of Dec. 25 to enjoy the delicious menu filled with traditional Christmas spread with all the trimmings, plus a Christmas band and special gifts from Santa Claus — only at Windsor Suites Café for Bt729 ++ per person (with a glass of wine).For more information, call 02-262-1234, ext. 1407
[/wptabcontent] [wptabtitle] Eastin Hotel Makkasan Bangkok (Makkasan Road) [/wptabtitle] [wptabcontent]
For more holiday happenings on the hotel or reservations, call 02-651-7600.
[/wptabcontent] [wptabtitle] Banyan Tree Bangkok (South Sathorn Road) [/wptabtitle] [wptabcontent]
On New Year’s Eve, Vertigo is bringing yet again something truly spectacular. Indulge in a world-class 7-course degustation menu Price: Bt18,000 inclusive of a welcome glass of Champagne. Meanwhile, Bai Yun offers a window into a bygone era and a bird’s eye view of the fireworks from its vantage point on the 60th floor, along with a delectable 7-course menu, a jazz band, and a surprise live — all for Bt4,200.
For more of the festive program, call 02-679- 1200
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For the complete festive offerings, contact 02-100-6255.
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On Dec. 31, The Peninsula Bangkok is a spectacular location in which to welcome the New Year, and guests will be able to give the old year a thunderous send-off as they welcome 2013 with a dazzling fireworks display above the majestic Chao Phraya River. At The Peninsula Lawn and River Cafe and Terrace a gala dinner buffet will be accompanied by delightful live music from a 23-piece orchestra. Dining is priced at Bt15,990 for adults and Bt,995 for children under 12. At Thiptara, a six-course Thai set menu will be enlivened by contemporary Thai dance performances, priced at Bt13,990 per person. The Lobby Terrace will offer a six-course.
For the complete holiday festivities’ program of the hotel, call 02-626-1919 or E-mail: cvisith@peninsula.com
[/wptabcontent] [wptabtitle] Shangri-La Bangkok [/wptabtitle] [wptabcontent]
On New Year’s Eve, a Poolside Gala Dinner under the “Blast from The Past” theme, features a gala buffet dinner and a welcome flute of champagne, entertainment by a live band and special performances. Guests can join the countdown to 2013 while watching the grand fireworks display and have fun with all-night dancing. (Adult: Bt9,800); NEXT2 Café will serve a special international buffet including a welcome cocktail and watch the live entertainment that is taking place on the main stage from the large television screens, plus a fireworks display. (NEXT2 Terrace: Adult Bt6,800/ NEXT2 Café: Adult Bt5,800); Salathip presents a Thai set menu to celebrate the special day and the holiday mood is enhanced (Adult: Bt5,800) and at Angelini, Italian Chef Ugoletti creates a gourmet set dinner complemented with views of the fireworks by the river. (Adult: Bt7,200). The Horizon Cruise New Year’s Eve dinner is at Bt6,200 (adults).
For more on their festive happenngs, call 02-236-9952 or 02-236-7777, ext. 6205-6, e-mail restaurants.slbk@shangri-la.com
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For more details and related information on the hotel’s holiday happenings, call 02 216-3737.
[/wptabcontent] [wptabtitle] Conrad Bangkok (Wireless Road) [/wptabtitle] [wptabcontent] This festive season, Conrad Bangkok offers you and your family all that is traditional and fun. On Dec. 24, Café@2’s (Tel: 02-690-9211) Christmas Eve dinner features a sumptuous buffet feast: Christmas turkey with traditional stuffing, lavish Asian and Western favorites, including festive desserts. Price is Bt2,890++ per person (including a glass of prosecco). The Christmas Dinners at Liu (02 690-9255) features an eight-course set dinner prepared in the finest of Chinese traditions at Bt 1,980++ per person. At KiSara (02-690-9233) , enjoy a Christmas Eve Premium All-You-Can-Eat Dinner at BT4,800++ per person (inclusive of a glass of wine). On Dec. 31, a seven-course dinner rings in the New Year at Liu (Bt2, 380++ per person), while exceptional food and great company at KiSara (Bt 4,800++ per person (inclusive of a glass of wine). On Jan. 1, you are invited to experience “Osechi,” the Japanese New Year feast that is enjoyed in special obento-style boxes for lucn and dinner (Bt1,550++ per person).For the complete details of festive happenings at the hotel, call 02-690-9999.
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[wptabtitle] Indus (Sukhumvit 26) [/wptabtitle]
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Every year, Indus puts on a really grand celebration to ring in the New Year. This year will be extra specials as Bangkok superstar DJ Xunny Dey, who has performed along Bollywood’s biggest names: Atif Aslam, Juggy DJ, and DJ Speed will be the star of the night from 11:30 p.m. till the wee hours. Featured are an international buffet alogn with live cooking stations, free flow beverages, a midnight countdown, a dazzling fireworks display and more. Lucky draw prizes include two roundtrip tickets to Europe. Tickets at Bt2,900 for buffet, free flow drnks, countdown and party (Bt1,500 for kids) from 8 p.m. onwards; and Bt1,200 for free flow drinks, countdown and party from 11:30 p.m. upwaards.
For more details and reservations, call 02 342-1765// indus@indusbangkok.com
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