Celebrate the festive season in Thailand on the stunning islands of Phuket and Koh Samui this year. Spoil yourself, and your loved ones this Christmas and New Year with a decadent holiday in a luxury villa. Explore all the seasonal activities that Phuket and Koh Samui have to offer and get ready for a Thailand Christmas.
Holiday Happenings in Phuket
Phuket, known as the Pearl of the Andaman Sea, is the cream of the crop when it comes to tropical island getaways. Eclectic and diverse, the island truly has something for everyone. The festive season in Phuket is sure to please those looking for a bit of fun outside of their holiday rest and relaxation. This is the best of a Thailand Christmas.
Celebrations on the Beach
Phuket boasts a great variety of beach clubs that truly up the ante during the festive season. The iconic Catch Beach Club, located on Bang Tao Beach, was the island’s first beach club. Over the years, Catch has gained a reputation for hosting some of the most happening parties Phuket has ever seen. Make sure to check their events calendar to see what surprises the beach club is planning for Christmas and New Year’s Eve.
Kamala Beach’s Cafe Del Mar is its grown up cousin. Located on the absolute beachfront, Cafe Del Mar Phuket is a sundowner oasis. When the day turns to night, Cafe Del Mar hosts a variety of live entertainment and international DJs. If you are looking for the ultimate beach party in Phuket, Cafe Del Mar is sure to deliver.
Meanwhile, nestled amongst the coconut groves of Natai Beach, Baba Beach Club is ultra chic and glamorous. Designed in the local Sino-Portuguese style, Baba Beach Club is an ideal spot for music lovers. It’s the best place on Natai Beach to check out local musical talents as well as world-class DJs. Baba Beach Club is sure to have a stellar schedule of events during the festive season. Stay in the loop by visiting their events page.
Catch Beach Club
Phuket Christmas Market
If you’re looking for a more local experience, you can head over to Phuket Boat Lagoon for their annual Christmas Market. Expect to find a large variety of local arts and crafts for sale as well as delicious light bites from a variety of Phuket’s top dining venues. Additionally, there’s often live music from the Phuket Academy of Performing Arts as well as a donation drive to round up your Thailand Christmas.
The Christmas Market at Phuket Boat Lagoon brings the feel of a traditional holiday season market to Phuket. If you are staying at an elite haven in Phuket during the month of December, we cannot recommend this activity enough.
Festive Season Feasts
In addition to the festive menu offerings at Catch Beach Club, Cafe Del Mar and Baba Beach Club, if you are looking to venture out from the villa for a festive season feast, we have a few places to recommend.
Overlooking the Andaman Sea, the luxurious Kata Rocks, on Phuket’s west coast, is sure to put on a splendid holiday spread. With one of the most breathtaking views in all of Phuket, it is worth visiting the luxury resort to indulge in a drink at their open-air lounge and bar.
DAY & NIGHT of Phuket is a hip restaurant in the heart of Phuket Old Town. The interior design is well acclaimed and a fabled Instagram dream. Expect a large variety of events happening here during the festive season.
If you prefer to celebrate the festive season in your luxury rental villa, how about a private chef whipping up a feast for your group? Enjoy a delicious meal catered by Thailand’s famous Chef Noi and his highly talented team from SUAY. Notably one of Phuket’s most famous restaurants, SUAY is featured in the revered Michelin Guide. you can have the chance to sample a delightful array of decadent treats that blend traditional Thai ingredients into modern fusion dishes in the comfort of your villa.
Photo credit: SUAY
Seasonal Soiree in Samui
Koh Samui with its lush coconut groves and dense mountainous interiors is a cosmopolitan island that retains a local feel. The island is a favourite destination for families, couples and solo travellers. The festive season in Samui is sure to please with a large variety of options to suit all tastes.
Beach Club Celebrations
Samui is home to a variety of upscale beach clubs in idyllic locations across the island. These beach clubs combine the best of the festive season and a tropical island holiday.
Nikki Beach Club is a luxurious oasis and the perfect playground to celebrate Christmas or ring in the new year. With a full daily schedule of events throughout the year, Nikki Beach Club is the place to catch one of Samui’s sensational sunsets.
The retro chic design of SEEN Beach Club offers up beachside bliss in Samui. The beach club’s 1950s-inspired design only complements its two large swimming pools, three bars and retro-chic restaurant serving up a variety of delectable cuisine. SEEN Beach Club will host an enticing festive season lineup of outstanding food as well as live entertainment and quality DJs.
Chi is Samui’s premier beach bar and restaurant. Popular for its swim-up bar and 25m salt water infinity pool, Chi is an incredible venue to relax for the day. Chi is sure to offer up a sumptuous spread as well as an engaging atmosphere during the Christmas and New Year period.
Photo credit: Nikki Beach Club
In-Villa Festivities
Hoping for a more intimate festive celebration with family and friends? Our villa chefs can take care of your group and craft a feast like no other. If you want to invite some friends over too, you can take advantage of the outstanding catering services provided by Go Samui Catering. Whether you choose a traditional Christmas dinner or an unconventional holiday meal featuring authentic Thai cuisine, Go Samui Catering is able to come to your villa and tend to your every need.
What better way to celebrate a Thailand Christmas?
Isn’t that a handful of reasons to celebrate the festive season in Thailand? Book one of our magnificent Phuket or Koh Samui villas and look forward to a magical Thailand Christmas this year.
