Thailand serves up a tempting summer and autumn
Upcoming events from fast-paced tennis to enchanting jazz are set to thrill and entertain visitors and locals alike over the next few months. This coupled with brilliant accommodation packages from Amari, means there really hasn’t been a better time to pack the swimwear and head for the picturesque surroundings of Thailand.
Amari provides the perfect base to discover the authentic Thailand magic. Choose from an array of properties scattered across the countries hot spots for that city chic or beach bronze experience.
With packages starting at £599 per person, the only question left will be where to go? So here’s a few festivities install to tantalise the Thai taste buds:
Quicksilver Thailand Surf Competition, Phuket, 1st to 31st August
Grab a spot on Patong beach as surfers from around the world descend for the fourth annual Quicksilver Thailand Surf Competition. The event will also have a five-day fiesta including live music, beach parties, and even fashion shows.
Amari Coral Beach Phuket is situated right on Patong bay, and provides an ideal base for attendees to soak up the swell. Hayes & Jarvis is offering seven-nights on B&B basis at the Amari Coral Beach Phuket from £1,249 per person (saving £300 per person). Package includes accommodation in a Superior Room (including three bonus nights), Thai Airways flights from London via Bangkok and transfers. Travel in August 2012. To book visit hayesandjarvis.com.
H.M. the Queen’s birthday celebrations, Bangkok, 12th August
Help the locals celebrate the birthday of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, a public holiday and a day of much merriment in Thailand. Bangkok will be hosting a number of free celebrations across the city including an afternoon festival at Sanam Luang, in front of the Grand Palace. Thai artists will perform traditional and British inspired routines whilst a variety of other entertainment and displays will be available for guests to enjoy.
PTT Thailand Open, Bangkok, 24th September to 2nd October
Mix sport with pleasure and coordinate holiday plans around the PTT Thailand Open. From 24th September to 2nd October Bangkok will host this event as part of the ATP World Tour. With past winners including Roger Federer and Andy Murray and played on indoor hard courts, this will be a fast paced competition set to thrill spectators.
15th Amari Watergate and BMW Thailand Charity Midnight Run, 20th October
Over 5,000 runners are expected to knot-up their laces for the Amari Watergate and BMW Thailand Charity Midnight Run to take place in Bangkok on 20th October. In its 15th year, the event will aim to raise needed funds for a number of charities including Chalerm Prakiat School, which supports children affected by HIV. For more information, visit amari.com.
Amari Watergate Bangkok is the ideal base, enabling quick access to much needed sleep after the event and to make the most of the numerous attractions located close by. Travelbag is offering six nights from £599 per person (saving £150 per couple). Package includes accommodation in a deluxe room on a room only basis and flights with Vietnam Airlines from London Gatwick. Book by 30th June. Travel until end of October 2012. To book, visit travelbag.co.uk.
International Jazz Music Festival, Koh Samui, 14th to 20th October
For those that prefer to kick back and relax, head to the paradise island of Koh Samui to sample the destination’s International Jazz Music Festival. The line-up is set to include international and Thai jazz musicians performing in various styles across the Jazz spectrum and offering something for all ears.
Amari Palm Reef Koh Samui is the perfect place to rest in between sets. Spend the day soaking up the white sands of Chaweng beach and crystal clear waters of the Gulf of Thailand followed by dinner at Prego restaurant, before relaxing with a spot of jazz and cocktail as the sun sets. Hayes & Jarvis is offering an eight-night break on a B&B basis from £899 per person (saving £330 per person). Package includes accommodation in a superior room (including four bonus nights), Thai Airways flights from London Heathrow via Bangkok and transfers. Travel in October 2012. To book, visit hayesandjarvis.com.
