Sunday, October 20, 2013

#Island Wedding Event in Phuket, Koh Samui & Krabi

Island Wedding Event in Phuket, Koh Samui & Krabi

    Nestled in the Andaman Sea between Phuket and  the Malay Penninsula of Southern Thailand is a remarkable stretch of secluded islands, natural rock formations and marine waters known as Phang Nga Bay. A large part of the bay is protected under the Ao Phang Nga National Park and occupies a 400km2 area between Phuket and another popular Thai destination, Krabi island.

Limestone cliffs with caves, archeological sites, and even a James Bond island are among the many attraction that make the Bay one of Thailand's best kept secretes. Choose to convene on any one of the 42 islands that comprises shallow marine waters and forested wetlands, a teeming habitat to an array of exotic wildlife and lush greenery.

Among  the small island littered along the Bay, are Koh Phi Phi and Koh Lanta, paradise enclaves on the Thai isle where you can hold a beautiful and intimate wedding ceremony in the privacy of your party of loved ones.


Bring your dream island wedding to life with us . Walk down an aisle lined with seashells, with the sand between your toes and the sea as your witness. Your perfect day is not unattainable - through our planners' in-depth knowledge of the Bay and our affordable wedding packages on preferred islands, make your special day a truly magical event.

Religious Wedding Event in Phuket, Koh Samui & Krabi.

The island paradise of Phuket is perhaps most famous for its tranquil blues and white sands, making it the choice destination for vacationers seeking relaxation. Among these is a handful who retreat into yoga camps on and around Phuket Island. Steeped in traditional Buddhist practices, and coupled with the locals' charm and openness, Phuket really is the perfect spiritual respite for escapees of the modern world.

Likewise, for couples seeking a truly spiritual union, we offer wedding packages catered to any religious belief. From a chapel wedding overlooking the Andaman sea, to a colourful Buddhist wedding with your choice of Thai rituals - we can ensure you have a blessed event that truly celebrates your marriage of souls.



Chapel Wedding Event in Phuket, Koh Samui & Krabi.

The majority of Phuket's inhabitants are Buddhists and this fact can be seen in almost ever facet of daily life on the island, especially in the religious ceremonies held around the island all year-round. Historically, the Thai island has gone through the passing of many colonial hands, notably the French, whose signs of reign can hardly be seen except for two divine chapels on the island.

For couples who've envisaged a traditional wedding set in paradise, we offer event packages catered to bringing this experience to life. Our trained wedding planners are on hand to ensure that your dream wedding becomes reality. Choose between a chapel on the North West of Phuket island, a stunning structure built on stilts over a lagoon; or a South Westerly facing chapel set majestically up in the hills overlooking the cooing waters of the Andaman Sea, Whichever your choice, you'd be sure to have a spectacular view of the sunset when you say your vows.

Beach Wedding Event in Phuket, Koh Samui & Krabi.
beaches' Phuket has gained the reputation of being South East Asia's premier tourist destination. This mostly stems from the face that its beautiful beaches are incomparable in this region, and its bucolic setting, simply charming. The beaches of Patong, Kata, Karon and Nai Ham are particularly popular with the tourist crowd looking for their share of fun and relaxation.

Our organizers are privy to Phuket's more remote beaches like Kata Noi and Phromthep Cape - perfect quiet enclaves for the romantic beach wedding. The beaches' seclusion gives one the feeling for being marooned on an uninhabited island. And low human traffic means that these shores are unfettered in its splendour, alluring and arguably more beautiful than its more popular counterparts. Tie the knot in a sunset ceremony, witnessed by an intimate party of family and loved ones. Feeling like king and queen for the day doesn't come closer than this, when you're the only ones on the island.

A favourite beach wedding service includes a late afternoon blessing and certificate signing under an embellished ceremonial arch, followed by a celebratory glass of champagne, with the sun setting over the Andaman Sea in the horizon as backdrop - a most romantic way to say "I do".

Villa Wedding Event in Phuket, Koh Samui & Krabi.

These days, exclusivity and privacy are much sought-after commodities. Have an intimate event in one of Phuket's luxurious villas. With your dream wedding in mind, our planners have chosen a selection of private villas that are perfect for an intimate gathering of loved ones on your special day. These villas offer spacious layouts and unique locations that make them unparalleled venues for an elegant wedding ceremony, party and reception.

Most of these villas offer stunning sea views and are equipped with gorgeous fixtures and furnishings. Polite and discreet staff are always at hand to make sure your needs and that of your party guests are always met. A gorgeous villa, a private setting, a beautiful island, and intuitive service - all centered round making your special day a truly charming affair.

Yacht Wedding Event in Phuket, Koh Samui & Krabi.

Surrounded by beautiful waters, Phuket's location in the heart of the Andaman Sea makes it a Mecca for water-sports enthusiasts. On the West coast of the island lies the wide expanse of the blue seas, while on the East coast we have Phang Nga Bay, quiet unchartered waters for those seeking the excitement of the open waters.

Phuket Weddings and Events has designed wedding packages aboard a yacht for a truly one of a kind experience. Tie your knot amidst crystal clear waters, against a stunning backdrop of the sun in the horizon and beautiful limestone karsts that rise up from the water. This remarkable natural phenomenon can be seen in many place throughout the bay, making yachting along Phang Nga a really magical experience. Moving southwards, and dotted along the bay, be amazed by little islands with secluded white beachs with waters in all shades of  greens and blues.

Choose from a variety of luxury yachts for your wedding event. We have wedding and party packages aboard various luxury yachts, each offering preferential rates for our clients. With access to most of the finest private yachts available in the region, and 30 years of experience in the yachting and event planning industries, we look forward to an opportunity in creating your perfect yacht wedding or party. Our expertise lies in customizing wedding packages to suit any budget, without compromising your dream wedding.

Hotel Wedding Event in Phuket, Koh Samui & Krabi.

As South East Asia's leading tourist destination, Phuket is not short of luxurious hotels. From five-star hotels under leading hotels chains, to more intimate boutique hotels, when considering your hotel wedding in Phuket, you'd have plenty to choose from.r

While many of these hotels and resorts offer their own wedding services planned by their own in house wedding organizers, most of them have limiting options. This is where we come in. We work closely with the hotel wedding planners to help offer options outside of the hotel. Whether this means having a having your hen party on a helipad, or having having lavish decorations with in the banquet hall - we make sure no concession is made at the expense of your dream wedding. coral reefs and sea life

Underwater Wedding Event in Phuket, Koh Samui & Krabi.

The Andaman Sea is as beautiful underwater as it is to look at. The Thai waters are teeming with coral reefs and sea life - making it a national treasure and a truly magnificent natural wonder. Popular diving spots litter the seas surrounding Phuket, with the turquoise marine waters being rich with fauna and fish life that all come protected under the region's conservation laws.

For a completely unique experience, tie the knot amidst billowing sea anemoues, colourful underwater blooms and curious marine onlookers. Certified scuba divers can enjoy the wedding package of your choice with a variety of dive boats at different locations around Phuket. Depending on the time of the year, you can choose from spots that offer the best conditions for your event. We have organized courses with full PADI certification for couples and members of their party who have not dived before. Learn necessary diving tips before having your underwater marriage, and leave with more than a commitment to each other!



Garden Wedding Event in Phuket, Koh Samui & Krabi.

Phuket is home to a deverse assortment of exotic wildlife on land and in the surrounding waters. Beach shrub and primary forest are not an uncommon sight on the main Phuket island as well as the lesser inhabited islands in the Andaman Sea. These forests are teeming with lush flora and fauna and a few rare species of insects and butterflies. Have a unique wedding garden party in the company of beautiful butterflies. With sunlight streaming through the foliage and grass at your feet, celebrate your marriage made in the heart of paradise. Our event planners have wedding packages suitable for any wedding party. Whether your dream of having a tea party in a butterfly garden as part of your reception, or a walk down the aisle in the shrub - your dream garden wedding can very much be a reality.

Cliff Wedding Event in Phuket, Koh Samui & Krabi.

Celebrate your marriage with a wedding, situated a little closer to heaven. While most of Phuket is comprised of low-lying lands, on Phuket as well as the surrounding islands are a handful of elevated headland, cliffs with spectacular views, and hilly ranges offering a 360 panorama of the surrounding seas. Our wedding planners have organized packages atop any one of these locations - from Karon Cliff, overlooking Karon beach on the west coast of Phuket island, to famous Kata View Point, a highland located midpoint between Nai Han and Kata beaches. Whichever your choice, be assured of the breathtaking views. There can be no more a dramatic and unforgetable way to begin your marriage than one with a vantage point such as this.


(Credited by Patrick Way a truilliamson and Sripanwa.com, http://www.phuketemagazine.com)  

Sunday, August 4, 2013

#Why Samui Thailand is a Wonderful Destination-Travel-Destinations

Why Samui Thailand is a Wonderful Destination-Travel-Destinations

 People who have already been to Thailand or know a bit regarding the country are likely to have heard about the lure of Koh Samui [http://www.thailandmusings.com/koh-samui/]. This 3rd largest Thai island in the south of the country is well known for its beauty and tropical perfection. Quite a few visitors have been seduced by Samui Island in the past, but if you've never visited you probably question what all the fuss is about and need help deciding if it's worth making the trip to Samui Thailand.

Well, not only is Samui Thailand truly worth a visit - it is 1 of those destinations in the world that's once seen and always remembered. In fact, a great deal of people who visit Samui Island once are hooked forever and a few never depart. There are also in expanding amount of Western expatriate retirees relocating to live in Thailand and Samui Thailand is a popular location because not only is it surprisingly affordable, but it offer up and excellent standard of living. (by Steve).




















Koh Samui 

Even if your goal is not to move to Samui Thailand it is a fantastic place to visit. You will learn that the people on the island are incredibly friendly, there are so many things to do and see and the weather is simply ideal if you like the tropics. And if your intention is to relocate then you will also be impressed with the superior quality of medical care and schooling on the islnad in the conjunction with an affordable excellent lifestyle and beautiful natural surroundings. If you want to experience  the best of Thailand in a great environment and just moments away from all the amenities and facilities you could possibly want then Samui island is the destination for you. Koh Samui is a wonderful place to take in natural beauty like waterfalls and virgin jungles, visit a coconut plantation, learn to drive in the clear warm waters around the island or simply relax and work on your tan on one of the amazing white sand beaches. In addition, it is a perfect base for visits to the nearby smaller islands such as Koh Katen, Koh Ma or Koh Wua Talep. And if spa's are your thing then consider taking some time for yourself in one of Samui's refreshing spa's?

You will find that Samui is home to many luxury spa's and you can have almost any type of treatment you wish. The excellent spa's on Samui will permit you to release yours stress and rejuvenate your energy before you head back out into reality. Let yourself be taken care of all day at the spa and later head by great nightlife at the bars of Samui Thailand. Or just add to your relaxed state by chilling on the beach with drink in hand.
If you are with me in believing that this is a perfect way to spend your vacation then why not give Samui Island a try. I am going to bet it will get into your bones just as it has mine and will have you craving to return as much as you can, perhaps for good.
(Source: www.besttourism.com)

Wednesday, July 24, 2013

#Bangkok 'World's Best City' again

Bangkok 'World's Best City' again

Bangkok will be honoured for the fourth year in a row as the "World Best City" by Travel & Leisure magazine with the award formally presented to the governor on July 18 in New York City.



                       A foreign tourist zooms in on a statue at the Grand Palace. Photo by Patipat Janthong.

The magazine sent out questionnairs to its readers between Dec 1, 2012 and April 1,2013. When the responses were complied, Bangkok topped the list with a score of 90.42%. The Thai capital was followed by Islanbul at 89.96%, Florence at 89.84%, Cape Town at 89.57% and Tokyo at 89.31% Chiang Mai ranked 10th with a score of 88.15%. Other cities in the top 10 were Rome, Charleston, South Carolina in the US, Barcelona in Spain and Paris in France. Besides the World's Best City award, Bangkok also was judged Asia's Best City for the fourth year running.The magazine said each city was rated with scores of 1 to 5 for each of six criteria: sights, culture/arts, restaurants/food, people, shopping and value. Bangkok Governor MR Sukhumbhand Paribatra said the award indicated that tourists truly liked Bangkok. He urged all people in the capital to help take care of the city to make it an attractive place worth a visit in all aspects, even though Bangkok may not win the award every year.

 (www.bangkokpost.com)