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What is Happening In Phuket In February 2011?

1 Feb

If you are in Phuket in February 2011, you may be interested to know what events are . Below you will find a variety of exciting events and festivals coming up in February 2011;

1. Chinese New Year – Thursday 3rd February 2011

Come and celebrate the arrival of the, “Year of the Rabbit.” Celebrations will be taking place in Chinese Temples across Phuket. There will also be colourful processions and fireworks.

2. Old Phuket Festival – From Tuesday 8th February – Thursday 10th February 2011

The 12th Annual Old Phuket Festival, runs alongside the Chinese New Year Celebrations. This festival is filled with entertainment, colour and culture. Watch displays of Chinese folk dancing, Chinese opera performances and spectacular parades.

3. Wat Chalong Fair – Thursday 3rd February – Wednesday 9th February 2011

This historical fair has everything to capture your attention. There will be live concerts with appearances from Thai celebrities, Thai dancing, Thai boxing displays, stalls filled with goods from across Thailand and authentic Thai cuisine from all corners of the kingdom.

4. Punchline Comedy Show – Wednesday 23rd February 2011

2010′s sell out comedy show returns to Phuket on 23rd Fenruary 2011. Enjoy an evening of comedy with 3 of the top UK comedians – Nick Doody (“The Comedic Side of 7 Days”, “8 out of 10 Cats”, “Charm Offensive”), Josh Howie (“Chosen”, “The Movie Geek”) and Micheal Legge (“8 out of 10 Cats”, “Would I Lie To You?, “The Edinburgh Festival”, “The Clock Hour”).

5. Phuket Gay Pride Festival – Wednesday 23rd February 2011

The 10th Annual Gay Pride Festival runs for 4 night starting on Wednesday 23rd February 2011. There will be a host of events, parties, street performances, firework displays and parades. This is a spectacular festival filled with fun, colour and exciting events.

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Phuket Authentic Tours – February 2011

25 Jan

If you will be in Phuket during February 2011 and you are interested in taking part in some authentic Phuket tours, we have some ideas for you.

Chinese New Year – Thursday 3rd February 2011

Come and celebrate the arrival of the, “Year of The Rabbit” in Phuket. Chinese New Year, is a widely celebrated event in Phuket, due to the large Chinese population. Marvel at the colourful parades and performances going on around Phuket.

Read More About Chinese New Year

Old Phuket Festival – From 8th February – 10th February 2011

The Old Phuket Festival, is packed full with culture, entertainment and fun. Watch the “Phuket Baba Light Show”, performances of traditional folk dancing, acrobats and spectacular parades. The evening will culminate in an impressive firework display.

Read More About The Old Phuket Festival

Wat Chalong Fair – Thursday 3rd February – Wednesday 9th February 2011

Immerse yourself in Thai culture and local history. The Wat Chalong Fair, was traditionally organized by local farmers who were celebrating the end of the harvest. You will enjoy live music and appearances from Thai celebrities. There will also be displays of traditional dancing and a selection of Thai cuisine from around the Kingdom.

Read More About The Wat Chalong Fair

Hire A Local Tour Guide

Phuket Tour Guides, can pick you up from your hotel and take you to the festival. You will be transferred in private transport to and from your tour.

You may also like to hire a local tour guide, who will privately guide you throughout your tour. Your tour guide, will be happy to explain what is happening and help you to communicate with the local community.

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Phuket Gay Pride Festival 2011

22 Jan

The 10th Annual Phuket Gay Pride Festival, takes place over 4 nights starting on Wednesday 23rd February to Saturday 26th February 2011.

There are a host of events, parties, street performances, firework displays and parades going on throughout the festival. This spectacular festival is open for everyone to come and enjoy.

Wednesday 23rd February 2011 (9pm onwards)

Event -> The celebrations kick off with a pre-party, “The White Party”.
Dress -> The Dress code for this event is white.
Event -> 9pm: There will be a street party show with street performances

Thursday 24th February 2011 (Day & Evening Events)

Event -> 11.00am – 3pm: Gay Phuket Volleyball Tournament
Event -> 8.00pm – 11pm: Opening party for Phuket Gay Pride
Dress -> Colourful rainbow colours
Event -> 9pm: Street Party Show with fireworks and street performances

Friday 25th February 2011 (Day & Evening Events)

Event -> 11am – 3pm: Gay Phuket Volleyball Tournament (Semi Final/Final)
Event -> 11am – 7pm: Phuket Pride Party Night
Event -> 9pm: Night of Drag Queens.
Dress -> strong make up and amazing costumes.
Event -> Street Party Show with street performances and awards

Saturday 26th February 2011 (4pm Onwards)

Event -> 4pm – 6pm: The 10th Annual Phuket Gay Pride Parade
The parade starts at the junction of Absolute Sea Pearl Hotel ends at Patong Beach Soccer Field
Event -> 6pm – 9pm: Tea Dance after the parade (Paradise Complex)
Event -> 9pm: The closing party – Street Party Show with street performances

For More Information Please Visit The Gay Patong Website

Private Transport

Phuket Tour Guides, can provide private transport from your hotel to the festivities. We have vehicles available for all group sizes.

Private Tour Guide

If you would like to have a local tour guide accompany you throughout the festival we can make this happen for you. Please contact us for more information.

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Phuket Festivals – February 2011

19 Jan

If you are in Phuket during February 2011 and are looking for an authentic Phuket tour you may be interested in the upcoming festivals. Take the chance to experience and learn about Thai culture. This will be a unique chance to be involved with the local Phuket community as they celebrate some very special festivals.

Chinese New Year – Thursday 3rd February 2011

Chinese New Year is a very popular festival, this is due to there being a large Chinese population in Thailand and also as many Thai’s are of Chinese descent.

Celebrations will be taking place across the many Chinese Temples in Phuket. Experience the new year celebrations in the heart of Phuket.

Read More Information On Chinese New Year

Old Phuket Town Festival – Begins Thursday 3rd February 2011

The Old Phuket Town Festival runs alongside the Chinese New Year celebrations. If you would like to see and experience Phuket culture, this is a perfect opportunity for you. You will have a chance to mix with the local people in a major Phuket festival.

Read More Information On Old Phuket Town Festival

Wat Chalong Fair – Begins Thursday 3rd February 2011

Steeped in history this fair is a mixture of shopping, cuisine and entertainment. At the fair you will find many vendors selling everything you can imagine from electrical items to clothing to souvenirs to locally produced goods.

Read More Information On Wat Chalong Fair

How Can Phuket Tour Guides Help You?

Phuket Tour Guides can provide you with your very own local tour guide. Your tour guide will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the festival in private transport. You will be guided throughout your time at the festival. Your guide will explain what is going on and ensure you do not miss anything.

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Authentic Phuket Tours – Wat Chalong Fair

11 Jan

The Wat Chalong Fair, is a key event in Phuket’s event calandar. It is considered to be one of the biggest festivals attracting people from all over Thailand.

The festival and fair takes place this year from Thursday 3rd February – Wednesday 9th February 2011 at the Wat Chalong Buddhist Temple.

Historically, the Wat Chalong Fair, was enjoyed by the hard working local farmers. Once the harvest had been completed, the farmers would create a funfair on the temple’s grounds. The fair was a chance for the farmer’s to celebrate their hard work.

The Wat Chalong Fair, runs at the same time as the Chinese New Year celebrations. The local farmers, organize this so that the Phuket residents of Chinese heritage could be included in the celebrations.

The fair is a mixture of shopping, cuisine and entertainment. At the fair you will find many vendors selling everything you can imagine from electrical items to clothing to souvenirs to locally produced goods.

There will also be vendors from all over Thailand, setting up restaurants in the grounds of the temple. You will be able to enjoy an array of Thai food for a reasonable price.

For the entertainment there will be live concerts, appearances from Thai celebrities, Thai dancing, Muay Thai displays and much more.

Visit The Wat Chalong Fair With Phuket Tour Guides

This is an excellent chance to experience Thai culture and to interact with the local community.

Phuket Tour Guides, can provide you with a local tour guide who will take you to the fair. You will be picked up by private transport and guided throughout the fair by an experienced tour guide. Our guides are all local and are fluent in both English and Thai.

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Authentic Phuket Tours – Chinese New Year

8 Jan

If you would like an authentic Phuket tour and would like to immerse yourself into Phuket’s culture; you should experience Chinese New Year.

Chinese New Year, traditionally begins on the first day of the first lunar month. This year the Chinese New Year falls on 3rd February 2011.

Chinese New Year is a very popular festival, this is due to there being a large Chinese population in Thailand and also as many Thai’s are of Chinese descent.

Celebrations will be taking place across the many Chinese Temples in Phuket. Running alongside the New Year celebration is the, “Old Phuket Town Festival”.

There are lively celebrations and colourful dragon and lion processions taking place in Phuket Town. The dragon and lion dances are traditionally performed to ward off evil spirits.

You may also enjoy local entertainment, ending in a firework display. If you are in Phuket around 3rd February why not come and celebrate the “Year of the Rabbit” and the Old Phuket Town Festival?

Enjoy A Guided Tour - Chinese New Year & Old Phuket Festival

If you are unsure of where the processions and entertainment are taking place, Phuket Tour Guides can help you. We can assign you to a local tour guide who will pick you up in private transport and guide you through the celebrations.

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