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Songkran Blessing Water at Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Nai Yang Beach

To celebrate Thai New Year 2018, the team at Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Nai Yang Beach hosted an authentic Songkran water blessing event for resort’s guests.

This activity helped guests get to know the local culture and traditions surrounding Songkran, Thailand’s annual water festival, while also ensuring a memorable experience during their stay.

Phuketindex team by — April 17, 2018 in Art, Culture & Entertainment 0
Angsana Laguna Phuket and XANA Beach Club celebrated Thai New Year “Songkran Festival”

Songkran Festival, one of Thailand’s most anticipated and celebrated annual festivals on 13th April each year.

The festivities led by Michal Zitek, Area General Manager and management team together with associates and guests gathered for a celebratory religious session, followed by a water blessing ritual at the Poolside Garden. The pouring of fragrant water over the hands of elders is a symbol of paying respect and giving blessings for the New Year. Then activities continued with a long drum parade to the XANA Beach Club where hosted the event highlights from noon till midnight which includes “Get Wet”, a water fight with foam to cool down in the summer heat and an all-star lineup of DJs to keep the beach party grooving. Specials on food and drinks, along with plenty of extra beachside entertainment alongside the serene waters of Bang Tao Bay.

Phuketindex team by — April 17, 2018 in Art, Culture & Entertainment 0
AKSARA Collection team member do the public service to maintain the cleanliness of Kata Temple

PHUKET: This morning (on April 11, 2018) at Kata Temple, Volunteer team member from AKSARA Collection collected garbage and clean the Kata temple to prepare the upcoming of Songkran celebration.

In the first day of Songkran Festival, Thai people begin the morning with merit making, visiting local temples and offering food to the Buddhist monks. After that they will perform water pouring on Buddha statues and elderly.

AKSARA Collection help local community to keep the cleanliness of the temple and to preserve Thailand local festival to be with Thai people long-lasting.

The SIS Kata, Phuket, on April 12, 2018, invite you to celebrate The Songkran Festival with an authentic Thai dish “Khao Chae” and various choices of food demonstration with modern Thai dance sho, live duo band and Thai boxing show for 1,200 THB nett.

During 13th – 17th April 2018, the SIS Kata, Phuket will offer the special authentic Thai dish “Khao Chae” The rice soaked in iced jasmine water served with assorted side dishes. Khao Chae set provide for a couple at only 350 THB nett.

Kata Sea Breeze Resort on April 13, 2018 haas set Sonkran Festival 2018. Amused with Songkran parade and fun Temple fair games. Refresh your day with our cold drinks at special prices from 12pm – 3pm at Seasoning Garden.

Phuketindex team by — April 11, 2018 in Art, Culture & Entertainment 0
‘#Dancewithme’ EDM Party by ibis Styles at ibis Styles Phuket City the BEST Songkran party in Phuket Town

April 2018 – To celebrate the Thai New Year festival, Novotel Phuket Phokeethra and ibis Styles Phuket City is hosting several dinners and parties, where guests can indulge in seafood delights, accompanied by live musical entertainment.

On Saturday, 14 April Enjoy party ‘#Dancewithme’ , party will be held from 5:30-9pm. you can enjoy free-flow drinks beer wine cocktails and snacks at Harmony Garden, with live band and EDM music provided by popular DJ “RPG1”, we go deep with the hippest music, dynamic decorations and electronite activities like never before!

Date: Saturday, April 14th, 2018
Time: 5.30 PM – 9 PM
Venue: Harmony Garden
Tickets: THB 555.- net (Children 0-12 FREE!)
Be sure! to be one of the first to secure a table at the party, be fast as they’re limited!

For more information and reservation, give us buzz at:
Call: 076 397 777
Email: h9932@accor.com

Phuketindex team by — April 6, 2018 in Art, Culture & Entertainment 0
Experience thai during the songkran festival at Amari Phuket

Phuket, 3 April 2018 – To celebrate the traditional Thai New Year, or Songkran (Water) Festival, when Thai people splash water on each other in the belief that the water will wash away bad luck for the upcoming year, Amari Phuket invites guests to journey through the culinary delights of the world-famous Thai cuisine, created by the talented chefs at Rim Talay Restaurant on 13 April 2018 from 18:30 to 22:00. Popular dishes from the north to the south of Thailand, including many street dishes and local barbecue favourites, will be presented on the buffet, together with dessert and seasonal fruits. Moreover, guests will experience a truly Thai evening, with wow decoration provided by models representing Thai culture, such as the shadow play or Nang Talung, a public entertainment in the south of Thailand; the King of Nagas, which is the legend of holiness and sanctity of the Kong River in north-eastern Thailand; and the Royal Barge Suphannahong, which is a blend of craftsmanship and traditional Thai art, this model is usually on show only during the most significant cultural and religious events. On this special day, guests will be able to relax at the beachside seating area reserved for this special dining event while enjoying the cool sea breeze and the fantastic views of Patong Bay.

The price for the buffet dinner is 1,190 THB++ per person. Children between 5 and 12 years old will receive a 50% discount and children under 5 years old will be free of charge.

All prices are subject to a 10% service charge and 7% VAT. Terms and conditions apply.

For more information and reservations, please contact +66 (0) 7634 0106-14, email rimtalay@amari.com or visit the Rim Talay Facebook page at www.facebook.com/RimTalayPhuket.
Address: Amari Phuket, 2 Muen-ngern Road, Patong Beach, Kathu, Phuket 83150

Phuketindex team by — April 3, 2018 in Art, Culture & Entertainment 0
Children’s Songkran Festival at Sofitel Krabi Phokeethra Golf and Spa Resort

March 2018, Krabi – Songkran is one of the biggest festivals of the year, and Sofitel Krabi Phokeethra Golf and Spa Resort is hosting an epic event to celebrate! On Friday 13 April, guests can come join the fun at Maya Garden, as no Songkran celebration is complete without a show. Wearing elaborate costumes, dancers will enthral Guests with traditional Thai dancing, a sight not be missed. Other highlights of the night include a monk ceremony, and live entertainment from a talented musical duo, as well as fun activities for guests to participate in.

For more information please contact h6184-th2@sofitel.com or call 075-627-800
www.sofitelkrabiphokeethra.com

Phuketindex team by — March 29, 2018 in Art, Culture & Entertainment 0
Enjoy an enchanting dining experience this Loy Krathong

Loy krathong is one of Thailand’s most beautiful and enchanting festivals. Phuket Marriott resort & Spa, Nai Yang Beach would like to invite all of our guest to join in the magic of this occasion with a traditional night bazaar-themed Thai buffet dinner at The Andaman Kitchen. Come together with your family and friends in a charming atmosphere, under the light of the fullmoon.

Date: 3rd November 2017
Time: 18.00 – 22.00 hrs
Venue: The Andaman Kitchen
Price: THB 1,600++ per person

To book your place at this exquisite event,
Please call: 076 625 555
Email: hktnb.restaurant@marriott.com
Website: www.phuketmarriottnaiyang.com

Enjoy an enchanting dining experience this Loy Krathong

Phuketindex team by — November 2, 2017 in Art, Culture & Entertainment 0