Exclusive celebrations, exhilarating adventures and spiritual revelations enrich year-end getaways to the jewel of the Andaman Sea
4 December 2024 - Koh Yao Yai, Thailand: This festive season, travelers in search of an extraordinary end to the year are invited to break away from the crowds and escape to a sanctuary of luxury, just a 30-minute boat ride from Phuket. Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas is an idyllic retreat surrounded by the breathtaking vistas of Phang Nga Bay, where guests can revel in a programme specially designed for the sparkling season with exclusive dining soirees, barefoot beach brunches, family-friendly activities and joyful entertainment.
The celebrations begin on Christmas Eve with an oceanside buffet featuring exquisite Thai, Indian, Chinese and Mexican dishes, alongside a selection of the finest seafood. The soft glow of candlelight and the sound of the waves set the scene as local children serenade diners with classic Christmas carols. Price per person: Adult THB 3,200++ and Kid THB 1,600++.
Christmas Day promises indulgence with a beachfront brunch accompanied by live music. The island's stunning mountain and ocean vistas make a breathtaking backdrop for memorable moments as families enjoy delectable dining, thrilling beach games and appearances by a close-up magician and Santa Claus himself. Price per person: Adult THB 2,900++ and Kid THB 1,450++.
New Year's Eve arrives with an extraordinary gala night entitled Mystical Manohra, filled with captivating entertainment and delightful surprises. An exquisite international buffet banquet invites guests on a gastronomic odyssey around the world with dishes from the Indian Spice Bazaar, the treasures of Tokyo, the Texas Smokehouse and more as traditional Thai dancers mesmerise and enchant. Guests will be inspired by live music and a thrilling fire show to ring in the New Year with a midnight countdown and continue revelling as the resident DJ plays into the early hours. Price per person: Adult THB 25,000++ and Kid THB 12,500++.
Beyond the seasonal-specific activities, Anantara Koh Yao Yai enriches every stay with a selection of bucket-list escapades. Guests can embark on private, guided excursions to Hong Island, Koh Phi Phi Island, Phang Nga Bay and Krabi four Islands, find exhilaration in rock climbing and jet skiing, or linger over romantic moments with an immersive picnic.
For families, the Kids' Club features a carefully curated programme designed to engage and stimulate young travellers through exploration and activities such as nature scavenger hunts, sandcastle making, Muay Thai boxing and cooking classes.
For guests looking to unwind and rejuvenate, Anantara Spa offers indigenous Thai massages, ancient healing therapies and refreshing rituals. Signature wellness experiences include sunrise and flying yoga, aquatic aerobics, Muay Thai boxing classes and singing bowl sound baths. The resort's Mindfulness Centre is set in lush gardens and is home to the revered Buddhist relic, the ?ar?ra. One of only a few of these sacred artefacts in Thailand, the relic symbolises a profound spiritual connection to the land and sets the scene for quiet contemplation. Guests are invited to pay their respects, light a stick of incense and meditate on a New Year filled with blessings.
Make this holiday season extraordinary at Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas, where every moment becomes a cherished memory.
Room rates start from THB 23,000+++ for Deluxe Sea View Suite (90 sq.m)
For reservation and more information, please visit or contact:
Website: https://www.anantara.com/en/koh-yao-yai-phuket/festive-celebrations
Email: reservations.ayyr@anantara.com
Tel: +66 (0) 76 675 888