Northern Thailand's cool winter months may be the coolest novelty for landlocked travellers longing for a wintry Christmas this year, and Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort has all the bells and whistles to ensure that it's the most wonderful time of the year.
Unfolding across 160 acres of Northern Thailand's mystical ancient jungle, Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort is perched on a hill overlooking the Mekong and Ruak rivers. The secluded location is exclusively positioned to take in majestic three country views over the confluence of Thailand, Laos and Myanmar, and grazing elephants in the most stunning of natural settings below.
For those who seek a superior holiday experience that can be as spirited, laidback or personalised as their heart and soul desire, Anantara Golden Triangle's curated Christmas programme offers the young and young-at-heart all the thrills and frills that one expects from a luxury resort in a secluded location. Here guests can participate in unique and once-in-a-lifetime elephant experiences, including the Walking with Giants signature experience that provides an optimum way of getting to know the elephants and develop a deeper emotional connection with them. And, in a world first, guests can spend the night observing Thailand's majestic elephants in their natural habitat while staying in unique transparent Jungle Bubbles. Beyond the borders of the luxury resort and Asia's premier elephant camp, guests can explore Thailand's fabled Golden Triangle or take a drive to the mystical mountainous area of Doi Tung in Royal Enfield sidecars.
All the traditional Christmas festivities are exquisitely catered for, albeit with a few three-ton twists. Guests can participate in a Christmas tree lighting ceremony on Monday, 21 December 2020 and delight in festive cheer during the Christmas Eve gala dinner, accompanied by an indigenous hill tribe Christmas choir. On this night, Santa Claus is also confirmed to swing by the resort, though his deer and sleigh will be replaced by a parade of the resort's resident elephants to help carry his load of gifts. Christmas Day in the Golden Triangle is relaxed affair over a leisurely brunch with a delectable selection of fresh seafood, Italian charcuterie, sumptuous turkey, local live cooking stations, Christmas cakes and puddings and lots of festive spirit.
Round off the year on a dazzling note with a New Year's Eve Masquerade Ball by the pool. A fusion of Western traditions and traditional Thai rituals including a local cultural show, traditional craftsmanship stalls - all rounded off with a delicious buffet and live music. Ring in the New Year in jungle style under the stars with a beautiful lantern releasing ceremony.
Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort's staycation package is available for Thai residents and expatriates living in Thailand and starts from THB 18,000 net per night for up to two people staying in a Three Country View Room and THB 26,500 net per night in a Three Country View Suite this holiday. A surcharge for one child aged four to twelve years staying with parents is applicable at THB 2,500 net per night, or THB 6,000 net per night for a third adult staying in the same suite. Family suites that can accommodate up to six guests are also available. This special offer includes accommodation; sumptuous daily breakfast; one elephant experience per person; and highspeed Wi-Fi throughout the resort.
Additionally, guests can purchase an activity bundle at THB 6,000 net per person that affords a choice of any three activities from the Walking With Giants and Elephant Learning Experience signature experiences; 60-minute spa treatment; 60-minute private yoga or Pilates session; Royal Enfield Classic 500 sidecar tour; 60-minute longtail boat trip on the Mekong River; 60-minute Muay Thai boxing class; and Thai cooking class. Children can partake in activities under the supervision of qualified staff while parents enjoy other excursions.
Christmas Eve Gala Dinner:
THB 2,900++ per adult including free flow soft drinks
THB 4,200++ per adult including free flow soft drinks, selected house beers and house wines
THB 1,400++ per child aged between 4 - 11 years of age
Christmas Day Brunch:
THB 1,200++ per adult including free flow soft drinks
THB 2,500++ per adult including free flow soft drinks, selected house beers and house wines
THB 600++ per child aged between 4 - 11 years of age
New Year's Eve Masquerade Ball Poolside:
THB 4,900++ per adult including free flow soft drinks
THB 6,500++ per adult including free flow soft drinks, selected house beers and house wines
THB 1,500++ per child aged between 4 - 11 years of age
For more information about this special holiday offer or to make a reservation, please visit www.anantara.com/en/golden-triangle-chiang-rai/offers or contact Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort on email goldentriangle@anantara.com or telephone 053 784 084.