Until the end of the month, Wat Tha Luang has been turned into an entertainment venue as the Luang Pho Phet Worship Ceremony and the Muang Phichit Celebration returns to the northern town of Phichit with a wide range of traditional rituals and cultural performances that showcase the beauty of local culture.
Throughout the day, visitors can worship a sacred statue of Luang Pho Phet and ask for success, safety and good health in the Year of the Dragon. As dusk approaches, a parade of flower-decorated vehicles from 12 districts will be on display and the ubosot will be lit up with a spectacular light and sound show paying homage to Luang Pho Phet and the sword of Muang Phichit.
Other highlights include a Thai fabric fashion show on Saturday and a stunning illuminated boat procession on Jan 31. A troop of famous artists will take the stage for a concert and the market offers a wide selection of quality OTOP and handcrafted souvenirs as well as local food.
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Bangkok tops list of Lunar New Year travel destinations
To celebrate the forthcoming Lunar New Year, Agoda's booking data between Jan 1 and Jan 15 showed that Bangkok was the most popular destination, followed by Tokyo, Seoul, Osaka and Taipei.
According to the most recent report, the main inbound markets to Thailand are Malaysia, China, South Korea, Singapore, and Japan. Notably, China is back among the top five markets for the first time since 2019. The top five destinations for foreign visitors are Bangkok, Phuket, Hat Yai, Pattaya, and Chiang Mai.
Journeys from the mainland peak during the Lunar New Year holiday, which is prolonged to a lengthy celebration in China; Japan during spring break; and Vietnam during Tet. China is back in the picture for the first time since 2019, ranking third worldwide and in the top five inbound lists for Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, South Korea, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Meanwhile, Thai tourists are visiting other countries, and their top picks are Japan, Taiwan, South Korea, Hong Kong, and Vietnam. Their top cities of choice include Tokyo, Taipei, Seoul, Osaka, and Hong Kong.
Regionally, the trend shows a similar picture, with the bulk of outbound tourists from South Korea, Singapore, China, Hong Kong, and Japan. Their most popular travel destinations are Japan, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Vietnam, all of which provide a wide variety of cultural and recreational experiences. Bangkok, Tokyo, Seoul, and Osaka are among timeless cities that showcase the region's rich cultural diversity.
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Rosewood Bangkok offers bonus night deal
Until March 31, Rosewood Bangkok is offering a bonus third night when guests book a two-night stay from now until Dec 31. In addition to free high-speed WiFi and daily breakfast at Lakorn European Brasseries, guests can enjoy a complimentary third night following every two consecutive paid nights.
Throughout the year, Rosewood Hong Kong provides hotel credits that can be used for dining or spa treatments. Along with complimentary access to the Asaya Fitness Center and Infinity Pool, guests staying in rooms will receive US$150 (5,400 baht) credit, while those in suites will receive a $250 credit, and guests in manor suites will get a $500 credit.
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