Experience A Grand Thai New Year And Christmas Party

If you are looking forward to a festive vacation away from home, but not a wintry holiday, somewhere unique, warm and affordable, check out Thailand and its many happening spots this year.

The holidays are coming and so is the excitement of Christmas and New Year celebrations. It is that time of the year when friends and families come together and join in the season spirit, together bid goodbye to the old year and grandly welcome the New Year. Some would like to enjoy this season in the comforts of their home, many would be quite enthusiastic about spending Christmas and New Year in a far away destination. If you are looking forward to a festive vacation away from home, but not a wintry holiday, somewhere unique, warm and affordable, check out Thailand and its many happening spots this year. A tropical land filled with countless choices of attractions, escape to this enchanting destination the entire festive season and explore its stunning temples, palaces, white sandy beaches and verdant forests. Delve in the warmth of Thai ambience, treat yourself to an assortment of Thai delicacies, haggle and shop in vast street galore and have an ideal Christmas and New Year holiday in leisure as per your pace and desire. Here’s a selection of places you can include in your Thailand festive holiday itinerary.

1.Bangkok

Of course, no visit to Thailand is complete without visiting Bangkok. Being the capital city of Thailand, travelers usually pause and go at Bangkok and prefer it mostly as a stopover or short stay destination. However, Bangkok is the place to be if you are in Thailand during December. Though Bangkok doesn’t guarantee a white snowy Christmas, it creates vibes and festive flair enough for you to enjoy Christmas in its true spirit. Start off with exploring the many ornate Buddhist temples and grand oriental pagodas of Bangkok, later walk through the bustling streets adorned in Christmas decors and Xmas trees where you can shop for gifts at very reasonable prices. The vibrancy and verve of the city peaks as the sun goes down and the whole city turns into a shimmering spectacle. Explore the city’s magnificent collection of roof top bars and lounges for amazing views of the gleaming city and firework displays during Christmas and New Year eve. Wander around the lanes and dine around the street stalls or in your choice of restaurants. Head to Khao San Road, one of the most happening places in the city and join in on a Christmas bash or New Year countdown party.

2.Krabi

Soak up in the tropical sun during the day and explore the lively night scene after the sun goes down – Christmas in Krabi is all about being in bliss and serenity. If you desire for hushed moments for your new year, set foot in to the paradisiacal island of Krabi. Perfect for an idyllic holiday away from the customary festive crowd, Krabi invites you to have a serene tropical Christmas at its picturesque beaches surrounded by turquoise waters where you can have a bit of holiday adventure with snorkeling and scuba diving to explore the immensely beautiful Thai aquatic life. Explore the island on long boat rides which take you to remotes caves, hidden waterfalls and lush forests along the shoreline. Extend your stay and have a rocking time on New Year’s Eve, enjoying excellent seafood, partying on a beach side venue throughout the New Year night.

3.Chiang Mai

The Northern side of Thailand is blessed with vast verdant forested mountain, one among its scenic spots is Chiang Mai where nature's splendor would blow your mind away. Chiang Mai gives you a different experience than rest of Thailand. The charming destination is filled with cliff side temples, paddy terraces, rolling hills, verdant rainforests and traditional tribal villages. Though this mountain haven feels like a bland idea to celebrate Thai New Year and Christmas party and celebrations, you have to witness the celebration to believe that it's a great place to unwind for the seasonal holidays and pep up for the coming new year. You can allot yourself time to wander around the lush mountainous terrain, may be go hiking in the national parks or spend some time at elephant camps. Once the festive mood sets in, join in and enjoy partying at the largest street party in Thailand or go clubbing at trendiest pubs and bars, idle around cozy lounges and dine at fancy restaurants. During Christmas and New Years, the food scene explodes with special holiday menus that will tantalize your taste buds. Treat yourself to scrumptious local cuisine, later gaze in amazement as thousands of illuminated floating lanterns soar up into the midnight sky to grace the New Year with good luck.

4. Koh Samui

Lush greenery, white sunny beaches, shimmering teal waters – the scene in imagination itself is awe inspiring. Teemed with upscale resorts, beautiful tropical beaches and a great nightlife, Koh Samui has all the right ingredients for a tranquil yet thrilling holiday. For a tropical Christmas and New Year vacation, Koh Samui offers opulent resorts bordering heavenly beaches where you can splurge a little, luxuriate in blissful spas and fine dine in some of Thailand’s best restaurants. During the sunny days, just relax and feel at peace for the last few days of the year or enjoy scuba diving, snorkeling and many more water activities if you are feeling adventurous and celebrate Christmas in style till it is time to rev up your zeal to party hard all night and enjoy impressive gala dinners. The best way to join in on a vivacious party is by taking a short ferry ride to the Full Moon parties of Ko Phangan where the exuberance is contagious and you would find yourself grooving to the music beats till it is time for the final countdown to bring in the New Year.

5.Phuket

The next destination after Bangkok that pops into anyone’s mind when you say a Thailand holiday is Phuket which lives up to its hype and offers guests with unrivalled nature vistas as well as attractions that assure a worthy holiday. An all year around destination, Phuket spruces up its vigour during Christmas and New Year season. Head to Patong Beach in Phuket which is the most happening place to catch all the entertainment and action for the festive season. Don’t miss to add in some adventure to those lazy days with Dive Safaris and scuba diving sessions that take place on various scenic spots in Phuket. You can even go explore the islands on a cruise ride. During Christmas and New Year’s Eve, steps onboard a boat for a delectable dinner and party, celebrate new year at countdown parties and enjoy a stunning firework display as you bring in the new year.

Though Thailand is predominantly a Buddhist country, the destination reflects the festive spirit of Christmas in a commercial way and welcomes new year with ardour. Unlike European and American destinations, Thailand gives an Asian twist to the seasonal holidays and lets you feel the festive vibe quite distinct from the western world and in a different tropical and pleasant ambience where you could easily laze around on the beach, swim in warm azure waters, which is not possible if you were to visit wintry snowing Christmas destinations. Christmas in Thailand is wonderfully cozy, the climate is perfect for sightseeings and it is easy to roam around without worrying about feeling cold and chilly. To make sure that you have a great time enjoying New Year in Thailand, you need to pre plan your holiday for smooth memorable moments.

The main priority is to get your visas in order and for the same you need to be aware of the visa requirements for Thailand. Thailand offers visa on arrival services for 19 countries where they are granted visa and entry at the point of immigration and need not apply for visa before flying into Thailand. For getting visa on arrival, your purpose of travel has to be for tourism and you must possess a paid return ticket showing that you are exiting Thailand within 30 or 15 days of entry, a recent photograph, application fees of 1000 Baht and enough fund to get through your Thailand vacation – approximately expenses 10,000 Baht per person and 20,000 Baht per family. If you are exempt from this list, then you will have to arrange for your visas before you start your travel and need to submit the application form, required documents and fees to the Thailand Consulate. Before your tour departure, you will have to get the visa stamped on your passport. Get your visa sorted and then just enjoy a stress free and thrilling holiday that captures an extra ordinary festive spirit.