Where to Celebrate Christmas & the New Year in Phuket

It’s the festive season, and you want to indulge – either by feasting on mouthwatering dishes, or partying hard till the wee hours of the morning. Here’s a roundup of some of your best options in Phuket:

Bimi Beach Club, Surin

Salad bar & light lunch BBQ

20th December, 12:00 – 15:00. 890++ THB (50 percent discount for individuals between the age of 6 – 16 years). Tuck into a spread of barbecued seafood and meat delights, and add a wholesome note to your meal by going for the quality offerings at the salad bar. Enjoy your feast along the paradisiacal coasts of Surin Beach, with plenty of great tunes to keep you grooving to the beat.

New Year’s Eve Beach BBQ Buffet

31st December, 20:00 – 23:00. 7,500++ THB (50 percent discount for individuals between the age of 6 – 16 years). Look forward to sampling a variety of specialty cocktails and tasty buffet items, free flow alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages from 20:00 – 22:00, and international DJ acts. Includes free access (standing only) to the countdown beach party at Catch Beach Club.

Palm Seafood Phuket

Palm Seafood, Surin

Christmas Eve Dinner

24th December, 19:00 – 22:00. 2,900++ THB (50 percent discount for individuals between the age of 6 – 16 years). Dine on an array of delectable festive delights, such as honey-glazed ham, Valencia orange duck confit and truffle-stuffed goose. Prices include a bottle of house wine for each couple.

New Year’s Eve Seafood & BBQ Buffet

31st December, 20:00 – 24:00. 10,000++ THB (50 percent discount for individuals between the age of 6 – 16 years). Look forward to a fun-filled night at Palm Seafood. Apart from a delicious BBQ spread, guests will enjoy a cocktail reception (20:00 – 21:00), international DJ acts, live saxaphone music and a fireworks display. A bottle of champagne will be given to each couple. Includes free access (standing only) to the countdown beach party at Catch Beach Club.

La Gritta Italian Restaurant, Patong 

Christmas Gala Dinner

24 December. 3,000++ THB (Children below the age of 12 years will receive a 50 percent discount). La Gritta presents a decadent four-course dinner. Guests will enjoy a glass of homemade mulled wine, and receive a visit from Santa and his helpers.

New Year’s Eve Gastronomic Dinner

31st December. 4,900++THB (Children below the age of 12 years will receive a 50 percent discount). Tuck into a scrumptious five-course meal dished out from the kitchen of La Gritta. Look forward to a poolside party and stunning fireworks display after your meal.

Mom Tri's Kitchen

Mom Tri’s Kitchen, Kata

Christmas Eve Dinner

24 December, 3,800++ THB per guest. Take your pick from a range of traditional festive dishes, or try out one of the innovative fusion dishes with a tangy Thai twist.

New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner

31 December, 19:30 – 00:00. 7,400++ THB per guest. A fine feast of rock lobster, salmon tourt, barramundi fillet, wagyu rossini, tiramisu and parfait awaits. End the night on a sensational note with a striking fireworks display. All guests will receive a New Year’s kit.

Oriental Spoon, Surin

Christmas Day Brunch

25 December, 12:00 – 15:00. 2,900++ THB per guest (50 percent discount for individuals between the age of 6 – 16 years). A sumptuous feast of foie gras, smoked salmon, seafood, chocolate fountain and fruit platters await. Free flow of house wines included.

New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner Buffet

31st December, 20:00 – 23:00. 10,000++ THB (50 percent discount for individuals between the age of 6 – 16 years). Kickstart a lovely night with cocktails at the Twinpalms lobby, before proceeding to the Pool Bar & Oriental Spoon for dinner. Free flow alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages from 20:00 – 22:00. Entertainment includes DJ and live music acts.

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Catch Beach Club, Surin

Countdown Beach Party

31st December, 21:00 till early morning. 5,000THB – 7,500 THB per adult (depending on choice of beverage) & 2,500 THB per child. Look forward to partying hard in a riveting atmosphere with acts from international DJs.

XANA Beach Club, Bang Tao

Boxing Day Party

26th December, 18:00 – 1:00. Missed your chance to party like a rockstar on Christmas Day? Make it up by having a blast on Boxing Day. At XANA, you’ll have DJs Dassana, De Wachtkamer and Wii spinning the decks.

Pullman Arcadia Phuket

Pullman Phuket Arcadia, Naithon 

New Year’s Eve Countdown Party at Azur Pool Bar

31st December, 21:30 – 1:00. 1,500++ THB per guest (inclusive of one beverage). Party by the pool at Azur Pool Bar! Get your fill of drinks from three sleek bars, look forward to mesmerising performances in the pool, and make a toast to the new year when the clock strikes twelve. Dress code: stylish circus black and white.

Private party in your villa

Party up a storm in your private villa! For a tame dinner party, have a look at our selection of villas with gorgeous, party-perfect dining rooms. If you’ve got plans for a wild night, here are some of the best villas for throwing a poolside bash or beachfront party.

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