Joanna James
While Thailand being a Buddhist country does not officially celebrate Christmas, it does like to get into the festive season with gusto. From fun cruises and day trips to some great festivals, discover everything that the city of smiles has to offer discerning travellers from around the globe.
If you are after something wintery, especially like snow, make your way to Dream World. Its special attraction - Snow Town features arctic sledges and fake snow and is a great place to have ample fun. Dream World also offers plenty of fun water rides, roller coasters and plenty of other amazing activities one can enjoy with the whole family. The theme park can be reached by many a hotel in Sukhumvit Bangkok including the likes of Gardina Asoke Hotel & Residence with ease as well
Planning on shopping till you drop this December? Then do make your way to Central World which happens to get very festive every Christmas season. Apart from shopping, the front area of this fantastic shopping mall is famous for hosting a top New Year's countdown party with some great live bands performing. The mall also hosts a few beer gardens with their own themes and good food. To get to Central World take the Skytrain to Chidlom Station and cross the skywalk right over to the mall.
A real holiday-style market, Sansiri Winter Market is a big open-air event where the local artists get to display and sell their arts and crafts. One can also check out a range of food offerings by local food vendors and artisans. It's a great spot to check out with your family. Some great Christmas culinary delights to keep an eye out for include homemade mulled wine, delicious Christmas cakes, breudher, and craft beer, roast pork and much more!
There is nothing quite like seeing Christmas lights on display to get one into a holiday mood – and to check out Bangkok's best Christmas lights display simply make your way along Rajadamri Road located in close proximity to Central World Shopping Center. Here one will be able to take in an outstanding display of holiday lights all complete with Snowmen and Santa Claus.
The magnificent Choa Phraya River is a top spot to congregate to during the holiday season. Many tour operators and hotels traditionally run special Christmas and New Year's dinners during this time. Why not take it up a notch by opting for a river cruise? Consider electing for a romantic sunset cruise with Champaign or cocktails served with canapes which usually lasts for an hour. Alternatively, one can opt for a delicious six-course meal with champagne -which would run for around two hours. There is no doubt that the amazing presentation, locale and cuisine all come together to make it Bangkok's most attractive dining and holiday attraction.
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A travel writer who has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.
