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“Loy Khratong” in Thai, one of the most beautiful, colourful and lively festivals across Thailand is enthusiastically celebrated throughout the country over the full moon in November, the end of the lunar year. Celebrations take place over 3 nights, the most important night being the night of the full moon (21st of November this year) when folks pay homage to the river goddess a time to show one’s appreciation and give thanks to the life giving river.
Offerings are made to the river goddess in the form of “Khratong” which are small floats made from a slice of banana tree stem, 3 incense sticks, a candle and a flower arrangement (in times gone by a small amount of money would also have been added), these are offered up with a prayer and floated off into the stream creating a wonderful river of flowers and lit candles flowing downstream – quite a sight. The whole event is accompanied by the staccato cacophony of fireworks let off throughout the night by locals and the local authorities alike, truly a night like no other.
Today it is also seen as a time for ridding one’s bad fortune from the previous year as you symbolically float away all your bad fortune from the year past in either a Khratong on the river or up into the sky in a Lanna Lantern: for lovers it is also an important time to make overtures to the one you love, to float a Khratong together is quite a personal statement, a statement of intimacy.
The 3 nights also see parades through the cities main streets of decorated vehicles and processions of girls, students from local universities and staff members from local companies, all dressed in traditional dress carrying candles in procession, or dancing or beating drums following vehicles dressed in wonderful floral displays. From personal experience it is great to be on the street amongst the festival, watch the parade and wander down the streets with the locals.
To celebrate the beauty of life, the 5 Thai Relais & Chateaux properties offer you a uniquely Thai experience with the “Siam Hideaways"
2 consecutive nights in deluxe/suite in any Thai Relais & Chateaux property inclusive of :
Return airport transfers
A vip "wai" (a unique welcome from each property (welcome drink, tea ceremony...)
Daily breakfast
for 15,000THB – net (single or double occupancy)
valid between September 1 and December 20, 2010
We recommend you to follow our “Route du Bonheur” and visit 2 , 3 or all our 5 properties or simply relax and stay 4, 6, 8…. nights at the same property by combining the offers.
For details and reservation, contact:
Rachamankha Hotel and restaurant in town Rachamankha, an Oasis of Charm, the home of and designed by Mr. Ong-ard Satrabhundu and Mr. Rooj Changtrakul, two of Thailand's top architects and designers. Unique for a city centre hotel - perfectly located in the center of the ancient moated city of Chiang Mai - Rachamankha is renowned for its peaceful and private atmosphere and its architecture. The hotel, just 22rooms and 2 suites, is set in 2acres of manicured grounds and the architecture pays homage to Chiang Mai’s golden age, the Lanna period, offering guests a unique stay in a unique property with a true sense of place. ...Read more Thailand, Chiang Mai
The Eugenia Hotel and restaurant in town “Peace of mind, a classic atmosphere of a by-gone era and a home feeling” are the proclaimed values of this hotel located in the very heart of Bangkok. When you return from exploring the “City of Angels”, you will appreciate the truth in this motto as you relax in the calm atmosphere, enjoy the attentive and personal service and admire the period decoration of this large colonial house. The delicious Western gourmet cuisine with an Asian influence will surprise you. The emerald swimming pool invites you to relax while watching the swaying palm trees or to enjoy reading a book chosen from the private library. ...Read more Thailand, Bangkok
The Pavilions, Phuket Hotel and restaurant in the country Absolute privacy in the luxuriously proportioned villa, whether overlooking the Andaman Sea or lush valleys. Every detail in your villa is designed for your indulgence and intimacy - from the in-villa spa with an oversized bath, to the private vanity area, the high ceiling in the room, the well-equipped kitchenette, and the outdoor sala surrounded by lush tropical foliage. So whether you choose to work on your perfect no-line tan by the pool, cuddle up for a movie, or enjoy a Champagne dinner under the stars in the outdoor sala, your villa is the ultimate place for private pleasure. ...Read more Thailand, Phuket
The Scent Hotel Restaurant and hotel on the seafront Located on the island of Koh Samui, The Scent Hotel simply overflows with aromas, beauty and serenity. The atmosphere here bears testimony to the ancient community of perfumers from Indochina who worked with natural fragrances. In this property, everything is designed to awaken the senses: the fine sandy beach, a sublime setting, tasty local cuisine combining contemporary and traditional creations skilfully… You won’t be the same person after a stay at the The Scent Hotel. All you have to do is shape your days in tune with your emotions. Enter the secret world at the Scent hotel and be swept away into another, more nostalgic era. ...Read more Thailand, Koh Samui
Return airport transfers
Thailand, Chiang Mai 
