Experience Songkran Festival this April
After the long winter months of UK frost and drizzle, book a well-earned trip to Thailand to coincide with the annual fun-filled Songkran Festival, running from 13th-15th April 2013. With hotel packages from £169 for two nights based on two sharing a room, Amari is offering the perfect opportunity to plan an escape to warmer climes and join in with the festivities, but pack the waterproofs.
Possibly the only festival where getting wet is a good thing, Songkran traditionally marks the beginning of the solar New Year. Locals and tourists alike gather in the streets across the country to playfully soak each other with water.
The festival is an ideal excuse to share a fun and carefree day out with family or friends, whilst a cool water shower is a welcome refresher in the warm temperatures.
Remember, if getting wet isn’t high on the holiday wish-list, the water symbolically represents a fresh start to the New Year and is a period of great celebration for local people. It is a time for family reunions, 14th April is National Family Day and many families visit temples whilst some towns hold gatherings or beauty pageants.
As the days draw to a close and the last water is thrown, head to an Amari base to dry off and unwind. Both Amari Boulevard Bangkok and Amari Emerald Cove Koh Chang are offering Songkran packages, including celebratory dinners, fun games for all the family and even complimentary water pistols to really get into the festival spirit.
Amari Boulevard Bangkok offers a tranquil contrast to the lively city, situated on Sukhumvit Road, a popular base from which to explore Bangkok whether for shopping or sightseeing. An oasis of calm away from the city buzz, head to the outdoor pool for more water fun or sample authentic Thai food at Season Thai restaurant.
If an island location is preferred, escape to Amari Emerald Cove Koh Chang. Situated on sandy and secluded Klong Prao beach, the hotel offers a laid back atmosphere complete with both sea and jungle views as well as some of the best cuisine in the area, including Italian cuisine at Sassi and Thai delights at Just Thai.
Songkran Festival is a great time to visit Thailand and share the joy of the locals, but be prepared to end up more water-drenched than sun-drenched.
Songkran Splash Package, Amari Boulevard Bangkok (amari.com/boulevard)
A two night stay at Amari Boulevard Bangkok starts from approximately £169 (7,700 Thai Baht), based on two people sharing a room. Offer is valid from 10th to 17th April 2013, and includes:
Two night stay in a superior room on a bed and breakfast basis
Late check out until 18.00
Thai set dinner at Season Thai restaurant
Songkran activities including a traditional Thai New Year Celebration
Approximately £11 (500 Thai Baht) ice cream credit
Songkran Splash Package, Amari Emerald Cove Koh Chang (amari.com/emeraldcove)
A three night stay at Amari Emerald Cove Koh Chang starts from approximately £353 (16,065 Thai Baht), based on two people sharing a room. Offer is valid from 10th to 17th April 2013, and includes:
Three night stay in a superior room on a bed and breakfast basis
Round trip airport transfers from Trat airport
Complimentary water pistols
15% discount on food and beverages
15% discount on Breeze Spa treatments
Songkran Buffet Dinner on 13th April 2013
Songkran Activities including a parade on 13th April 2013, activities and games
Please Note: Package deals are hotel only and subject to availability. Book now at amari.com
EVA Air flies daily from London Heathrow to Bangkok, with return flights from £595 per person in economy class (including taxes). For more information visit evaair.com
Destinology is offering a complete multi centre trip staying at Amari Boulevard Bangkok and Amari Emerald Cove Koh Chang from £1,039 per person, based on two adults sharing a room. Price includes international flights with Emirates from London Heathrow to Bangkok, three nights in a superior room at Amari Boulevard Bangkok on a room only basis, four nights in a superior room at Amari Emerald Cove Koh Chang on a bed and breakfast basis, and domestic flights to Trat Airport. The offer is available between 4th April and 31st May 2013, subject to availability. To book visit destinology.co.uk
