Where to Celebrate Loi Krathong Festival 2008
Loi Krathong & Candle Festival
November 10-12, 2008 At Sukhothai Historical Park,
Sukhothai It is believed that the Loi Krathong Festival originated in Sukhothai, the first Thai capital. It is therefore appropriate that this captivating event is held on the full-moon night of the twelfth lunar month amid the breathtaking ruin of this glorious ancient city. Activities include Krathong floating, a fireworks display, cultural performances and a amazing light and sound show.
Northern Lantern Festival & Yi Peng Loi Krathong
November 11-13, 2008 Chiang Mai Municipality Office and citywide, Chiang Mai
Creating a memorizing sight, an unusual ritual of this northern capital’s Loi Krathong Festival is the launching of Lanna-style hot air balloons, which is considered by locals to rid them of their troubles. Traditionl floats (Krathongs) are also set adrift on the Pin River. In addition, there are various other forms of fun and a glamorous beauty pageant.
Tak Loi Krathong Sai
November 8-12, 2008 Tak Municipality Office, Tak
Loi Krathong, the elegantly beautiful annual Festival of Light, is held on the full moon in November. In Tak, Thai event is celebrated in a rather unique manner whereby local people thread together their krathongs which are launched simultaneously and appear as lighted necklaces on the Ping River.
Celebrate the magic of Loy Krathong at Bangkok Marriott Resort & Spa
Gather your friends and family around you to celebrate this year’s Loy Krathong festival in style at Bangkok Marriott Resort & Spa. This spectacular event to honor the river goddess Phra Mae Kongkah is a favorite with Thai people as well as people from around the around.
Loy Krathong Dinner at Coco’s Café, Novetel Lotus Bangkok
Novotal Lotus Hotel invites you to celebrate “Loy Krathong Festival” Dinner on Wednessday 12th November. Celebrate “Loy Krathong” – The Full Moon Festival in The traditional way at Coco’s Café just for Baht 625++ per person. For more information please contact 0 2610 0111 ext. 4900
With a prime location along the Chao Phraya River, these is nowhere better to experience the grandeur of Loy Krathong than at Shangri-La Hotel, Bangkok. Be enchanted by the magic of the moonlight and the charm of the River of Kings. For more information please contact 0 2236 9952
Nai Lert Park Bangkok, A Raffles International Hotel invites you to celebrate the authentic Thai traditional Loy Krathong Festival on Wednesday, 12th November 2008, from 6.30 pm onwards. This special event takes place at the hotel’s pool area, where many great spectacular show. For more information please contact 0 2253 0123 ext. 8056
Celebrate Loy Krathong at the Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel & Towers
Loy Krathong festival is celebrated all nationwide but the Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel & Towers is the place to go if you want to escape unbelievable crowd around the Chao Phraya River. Celebrate Thailand’s most beautiful festival in an Ayutthaya theme on Wednesday 12th, November 2008 For more information please contact 0 2266 9214
Float Away with Loy Krathong at The Millennium Hilton Bangkok
Mark this year’s Loy Krathong festival with your friends and loved ones in spectacular surroundings. Throughout the Millennium Hilton Bangkok’s stunning dining and entertainment venues, they promise you a night to remember. For more information please contact 0 2442 2000
