5. Bangkok – Central World Plaza
Thailand’s version of the Times Square countdown in the Big Apple draws massive crowds to the heart of Bangkok across the street from the Amari Watergate. Revelry lasts well into the wee hours of the morning as throngs of people enjoy libations at a series of large beer gardens. Leave the kiddies at home for this one as the crowds can be intimidating at times.
4. Phuket – Patong Beach
This tourist haven near Amari Coral Beach Phuket lights up with festivities on New Year’s Eve with what seems like a competition between bars for the best party. The streets and beaches are jam packed with partiers all night long and the sky lights up with an impressive array of fireworks and lanterns at the stroke of midnight.
3. Chiang Mai – Nimmanhaeminda Road
The largest New Year’s celebration in Northern Thailand near the Amari Rincome Chiang Mai is a culinary paradise with different types of food from all over Thailand and the world represented. A kaleidoscope of cultural showcases, concerts, and craft merchants line Chiang Mai’s main road culminating in an impressive array of fireworks at midnight.
2. Pattaya – Walking Street
Perhaps the wildest New Year’s party in Thailand is on Pattaya’s Walking Street not far from Amari Orchid and Amari Nova Suites. This densely packed thoroughfare comes alive with huge crowds partying till the break of dawn. A seemingly endless array of pubs and open air bars provide revelers with non-stop action and memorable experiences.
1. Koh Samui – Chaweng Beach
A few steps from the Amari Palm Reef Koh Samui is our pick for the top party spot – Chaweng Beach. This chill expanse of shoreline plays host to throngs of revelers from around the world. As the sun drops the party starts with outdoor concerts and dance sessions on the beach that last well into the morning.