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 Christmas Celebrations December 24th & 25th

Admiral’s Pub celebrates on Dec. 24th with a traditional Danish Christmas buffet, Christmas songs and Santa’s arrival. 600 baht net. For reservations call 756 390.

A sumptuous Christmas Eve Gala Dinner, December 24th, awaits you at the following outlets of the Amari Orchid Resort: Rim Suan, Red Baron and Orchid Grill for the price of 2720 Baht ++ per person. Children under 12 pay half price. December 25th from 19:00 hours onwards they will celebrate Xmas at the tropical garden with Christmas carols, an Elvis show and live entertainment by the Beatles Band. 2720 ++ per adult, children half price. Reservations at tel. 428 161.

Enjoy a Christmas Set Menu at the Balcony Restaurant on the evenings of the 24th and 25th for 990 baht net. Book your reservations at tel. 425 108.

Bruno’s Restaurant offers a very special Christmas Set Menu on the 24th for baht 1,900+. As usual, it will be terrific! Make reservations in advance at tel. 361 073.

Caf้ Kronborg will celebrate Christmas on the 24th, starting at 20:00 hours, in a traditional Danish style. Great Danish menu for only Baht 350 is offered, including the typical European hot, spicy wine. Soft background music gives you the meaning of a truly peaceful Christmas Eve. Call 423 203 for reservations.

Cafe New Orleans, Pattaya’s only authentic American restaurant specializing in imported steaks and barbecued baby back ribs, is offering another special holiday fare. On Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, as well as New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, a delicious U.S. turkey with traditional stuffing or a BBQ Baby Back Ribs dinner with all the trimmings will be offered for the low price of B595+. Your choice of soup, salad, the main course plus dessert will round out the meal. Or, you may order from the regular Cajun and Creole menu at our regular prices. Cafe New Orleans will be open on those days from 12 noon to 12 midnight and because it is a small and intimate restaurant with limited seating, advance reservations are suggested. Please call 710-805 for your booking. Cafe New Orleans is located in Soi Pattayaland 2, between the Royal Garden Plaza Mall and the Walking Street.

Captain’s Corner offers a special Christmas Eve Party, starting at 8:00 p.m. for only 590 baht per adult and 250 baht per child. Santa Claus will show up and the Seaboard Sound will sing Christmas carols. Reservations in advance at tel. 364 318.

Christmas carols by candlelight, with refreshments served afterwards, at Christ Church Ban Chang on Friday, December 24th at 6:00 p.m.

Delaney’s Irish Pub on Second Road in the Royal Garden Plaza will be holding a Christmas party open to all. Capturing the spirit of giving, which is what this holiday is all about, Delaney’s will not be raising its prices for the Christmas dinner or party. Christmas Turkey plus many other goodies will be on the dinner menu on December 24th, plus live music, entertainment, games and prices. A Carvery Lunch will be held on December 25th, also with a Christmas Turkey. On both days, enjoy the best Carvery in town for the always low price of 345 baht. Ay, come all ye faithful, and enjoy a wee bit o Irish cheer with yer Christmas.

The Diana Inn celebrates Christmas poolside with a gala dinner, Santa Claus, a Thai dance and a magic show, and a live band only playing Christmas songs and dancing music until the morning hours. Please book in advance at tel. 421 623-4.

Flamingo Hotel has a “Christmas Dinner Affair” at Renoir’s Restaurant, a chic European place, offering the five-course Xmas menu for 750 Baht ++. Enjoy a typical European Christmas without the noise but with quiet background music and stylish service instead. For reservations call 427 161-3.

Greg’s Kitchen, original English restaurant, has a special and traditional English Xmas lunch and dinner on the menu of December 25th for baht 750. Book now and you’ll feel like you’re back home! Please, get tickets in advance at tel. 361 227.

Le Caf้ Royal offers a five-course set menu for 1,400 net and a 4-course Thai set menu for 800 net on the 25th starting at 19:30. A children’s choir will perform Christmas carols, a pianist will play and at midnight a special performance by Noi & Ter. Make reservations at tel. 423 515.

“Dine with Dale” at Le Cafe Royale throughout the Christmas and New Year period. Dale Gutzman and Mike Welser, two international theatre personalities will be presenting short musical shows during dinner at 9:30 p.m. and 11:30 p.m. on Tuesday Dec. 28th, Thursday Dec. 30th, Sunday January 2nd, Tuesday January 4th, Thursday January 6th and Saturday January 8th. Don’t miss them, as their show is definitely unique in Pattaya! For reservation call 423515.

Little Hill Restaurant & Clubhouse has a special set menu dinner on the 24th and 25th, starting with singing Christmas carols at 6:30. The price is 1750 net.

Ma Maison Restaurant offers a special French Christmas set dinner on the 24th with fireworks display afterwards. Price is 940 baht net. Get reservations at tel. 710 433-4.

Christmas Set Dinner at Montien Hotel’s La Mer Restaurant for 900 ++ for adults and 450 ++ for children, including Christmas carols, eggnog and Santa sledge dessert. Christmas Day Brunch (adults 450 ++, children 200 ++) with Santa Claus, live music and gifts for the children and Christmas carols singing on December 25th is on at the Verandah Coffee Shop, while a Christmas menu a la carte is available as well. Marco Polo serves a special Chinese set menu during the period of December 24th 99 - January 1st 2000. Make reservations at tel. 428 155 – 6.

Nova Lodge Hotel is having a poolside Christmas Party on the 24th starting at 7:00 p.m. Magic Show, Kung Fu Show and Christmas Carol singing during the Gala Dinner for Baht 1,000, children half price. Call 420 016.

Ocean Marina Yacht Club offers a special Xmas dinner at the Captain’s Table Restaurant incl. wine. The Duo Band will entertain you with live music and a group singing Christmas carols will give you the feeling of Christmas at home. Reserve in advance at tel. 237 310.

The Pig & Whistle Pub has a very exquisite English style Christmas Lunch and Dinner on the 25th to offer and all for only baht 650. Plus Carlsberg Draught Beer is being sold for 50 baht. That’s a real Christmas treat, isn’t it? Please make your reservations now at tel. 361 315.

Pinewood Condo’s Christmas Party 99 invites you to an exclusive, personal candlelit experience on the 24th at 19:00 hours. 500 Baht net per person and the package includes a delicious dinner and champagne, carols, games and lucky draws. The place is limited to 40 persons only, therefore make your booking now at tel. 361 403-8.

Royal Cliff Beach Resort has enchanting Christmas Eve Dinners at following outlets: Grill Room - baht 1,900; Rossini - baht 1,900; Tropical Island gala-dinner for baht 2,900, incl. incredible shows. A midnight mass will be held at the Lotus Pond and everybody is welcome to participate! On the 25th, a Christmas lunch will be available at the Coffee Shop for baht 550. Please make reservations in advance, tel. 250 421 ext. 2007 or 2037.

The soft opening of the new Spa at the Royal Cliff Grand Hotel is scheduled on December 24th! What we have heard, it should be an extraordinarily nice center! Call 250421-40 for more info.

On the evening of the 24th, Royal Garden Resort’s poolside Christmas celebration features fantastic shows, including Hawaiian dances, cabaret and more, plus a sumptuous gala dinner and a great fireworks display for baht 2500 for adults, baht 1,400 for children under 12. Starts at 7:00 p.m. Traditional Christmas Day lunch on the 25th at the Garden Caf้ for 850 baht net (children 400 baht net) from 11:30 onwards. Make your reservations at tel. 412 120-3.

Samsara celebrates in style and offers an excellent and special Christmas Dinner in a romantic candlelight atmosphere on December 24th and December 25th for 1,500 baht per person at 19:00 hours. Live music entertainment. Make reservations at tel. 710 822.

The Siam Bayshore Hotel has a traditional Christmas 5-course set dinner celebration, incl. champagne cocktail at the Camillo Restaurant on the 24th. Christmas carols plus Father Christmas will show up at the end of your meal, passing out gifts. 2,500 per adult, children 50 % discount. On the 25th a grand gala dinner buffet will start at 7:00 p.m. at the Bali Hai Terrace with live show, carol singing and a dance band - and Father Christmas will show up again. Price 2,500 per adult, children half price. Make reservations in advance at tel. 428 678-81 ext. 577.

Sher E Punjub takes the opportunity to celebrate Christmas together with its 1st Anniversary and the opening of their Beer Garden on December 26th. The chefs will prepare an exotic Indian buffet as has never been experienced before in Pattaya. Make reservations in advance at tel. 364 218.

Midnight Mass will be held at St. Nicholas Church at 11:00 p.m. on Friday, December 24th. Entertainment starts at 18:00 hours.

Thai Garden Resort celebrates Christmas in German style by the pool on the 24th. Great gala buffet and several performances with live band, incl. bird show, carol singers, crazy bartender show and prize drawing. Starts at 7:30 p.m. and will cost 1,100 baht ++. The 25th features a “Rockin’ Christmas Party” at the Moon River Pub with lots of surprises waiting. Reserve in advance at tel. 370 614-6.

Woodland’s Resort features incredible Kung Fu, Harley and Tiffany shows in between the gala dinner poolside on the 24th. Santa Claus will visit as well! The price is 1,500 for adults and half price for children. Book in advance at tel. 421 707.


New Years Events: Celebrate in style the beginning of a new Millennium and welcome the Year 2000!

Amari Orchid Resort celebrates in spectacular style from 7:30 p.m. onwards with a “World Party” in the tropical garden. Extravaganza shows from every corner of the globe, with lots of prizes to be won. Swing to the sounds of a Big Band and greet the new Millennium with a complimentary glass of champagne. Magnificent Gala Buffet and great fireworks display - all for 5,120 baht ++, half price for children. Reserve at tel. 428161.

Ambassador Hotel welcomes in the year 2000 with “One Night to the Millennium” on their Sunset Lawn. An international buffet, Pongland Band, Cabaret Show, Polynesian Dance, games and many door prizes, plus a Big Band will entertain. Colorful fireworks display at midnight. Price is 2000 per adult, half price for children. Reserve at tel. 255501-40. On January 1st 2000, the hotel is holding a Buddhist Ceremony, offering food to monks at the Foyer of the Convention Center. Tickets available at the Ocean and Tower Wing lobbies for 60 Baht.

Bruno’s Restaurant celebrates the entrance into the New Millennium in style with an exclusive and superb festive dinner in a relaxed, elegant and quiet atmosphere. Bruno’s festivities are always very stylish - so if you would like to enter 2000 in great style, book with Bruno’s now! Reserve at tel. 361073.

Caf้ Kronborg has prepared a very special BBQ, Danish style, starting at 250 baht, with background music playing. Prizes for guests and lots of fun provided in a home style atmosphere! Reserve at tel. 423203.

Caf้ New Orleans has a daily festive menu until the 1st of January: “The Millennium Holiday Special” from 12:00 noon to 12:00 midnight for only 595 + baht. Very limited seating, please reserve at tel. 710805.

Captain’s Corner starts with free beer, draught beer and other drinks between 7:00 and 8:00 p.m. and carries on with a “Eat all you can” buffet dinner. Fun and games are guaranteed! Music and dance brings you in the right mood for the new Millennium. After the fireworks a light night meal will be prepared. 900 baht net per person. Reserve at tel. 364 318.

Central Festival has a special Beer Festival with Heineken, Singha and Carlsberg, to celebrate the New Year 2000. Fun and games and live band at the beer garden! Just drop in!

Delaney’s has a party every day, and will continue to party straight into the New Millennium and beyond. No major changes - still with great music and great food for the always low prices, along with prizes and lots of fun to entertain those who like to celebrate in the familiar atmosphere! Reservations not necessary, but you can say hello to Kim at tel. 710641.

Dusit Resort will hold a New Millennium Gala Celebration “Love is all around” at the Napalai Convention Hall. “Venus 2000”, the crowned Miss Thailand World, Tanya Suesuntisook will host the event. Impressive Gala Buffet, various prizes with one surprising grand prize, champagne, music, dancing and a grand fireworks display. 5,179 baht net, half price for children. Reserve at tel. 425611-7 ext. 2270-2.

Flamingo Hotel at its outlets My Thai and Auguste Renoir, offers a “New Year’s Eve Affair” - “without loud bangs, colorful hats and silly surprises”, but instead a gourmet buffet & all-night snacks, excellent background music in a very romantic, quiet and pleasant atmosphere from 19:00 hours onwards. Reserve at tel. 427161-3.

Green Bottle Pub & Restaurant has a Millennium Celebration from 22:00 hours until 06:00 hours, with live music all night long. Great price, great games, great fun, great food and great drinks - and champagne, of course! At the end of the party, at 6:00 a.m., offering to the monks will be made! Reserve at tel. 429675.

Henry J. Bean’s says “Let’s party like it’s 2000" from 17:00 hours until whenever... They insist on starting the Millennium the way you want to go on... Going wild with three crazy themes: Island of Dreams; Latino, Latino; and Pirates Ahoy! Games, prizes, great food, live music and lots of friends! Hank says, “See ya there”! Reserve at tel. 428 162.

At Le Caf้ Royal, let Dale Gutzman and Mike Weiser from Milwaukee, USA tell you “Just You, Just Me”. With those great musical comedians, a welcome champagne cocktail, a choice of hors d’oeuvres, a gala buffet extravaganza, live music until the early morning hours and a great party style atmosphere, nothing can go wrong at the start of the New Millennium! 2000 baht per person. Reserve at tel. 423515.

Montien Hotel’s “New Year Spectacular” promises to be an event you’ll never forget! A gala buffet dinner, dance shows, games, spot prizes and grand draw prizes, not to mention the climatic firework countdown to 2000! Adults pay 3000 net, children half price. Reserve at tel. 428 155 - 6.

Moon River Pub promises: “We Will Rock You Into The New Millennium”, open from 6:00 p.m. until ????? No entrance fee of course, free snacks, free welcome drink, BBQ-Buffet (NOT FREE!), Mr. Bozo-Balloon, special dance presentation by Daisy & Friends, the Soulhouse Band & Friends will entertain you all night! Reserve at tel. 370 614-6.

Nova Lodge Hotel features various shows with ‘lions’ and ‘tigers’ and ‘magic’ all around. Prizes and a grand buffet as well. Live music and dancing with the ‘Bamboo Band’ and a Disco Floor offers a lot of entertainment. Price is 2000 baht net. Reserve at tel. 420 016.

Ocean Marina Yacht Club’s party takes place open-air at the seaside. Buffet dinner, prizes, prizes, prizes and shows, amongst them some look-alike-star imitators, will lighten up the event, as well as a fabulous fireworks display. Price is 3,500 baht net. Reserve at tel. 237 310.

Pinewood Condo celebrates the “End of Century - Start 2000” party from 18:00 hours until very late at the Oasis Restaurant. The theme of the night is: Fun, Fun, Fun! Super buffet and FREE bar, super live band, super draw prizes, super fun games, super great shows and super fireworks - all for 2000 net. Reserve at tel. 361403-8.

Royal Cliff Beach Resort has a “Night of 2000 Stars” at the Sukhothai. Stars will show up to make this event the sensation of the old and new Millennium! Be surprised by what all the Royal Cliff has to offer! Be a star yourself at this event and enjoy the night of the nights! Ticket price is 9,600 baht net. Reserve at tel. 250 421 ext. 2007 or 2037.

Royal Garden Resort will have a heavenly Millennium celebration at the poolside at 20:00 hours, called “The Turning Point...2000”. Graceful angels welcome you at Heaven’s Gate, where you can write down your Millennium wishes. Heavenly exciting games and riddles, heavenly dances - mythology and folklore, heavenly prizes, heavenly buffet dinner in a heavenly ambience filled with heavenly flowers - and dancing into heaven with the live band - this is all on the program before the countdown and the grand firework display. 5,900 Baht net, children 3,000 Baht. Reserve at tel. 412 120-3.

Samsara starts the “Millennium Dinner” at 19:00 hours with aperitifs, an exclusive 6-course dinner, accompanied by musical entertainment, lucky draws, games & many surprises in a festive atmosphere. At 23:00 hours, FREE entrance for the public to celebrate the rest of the night with friends! Price is 2000 baht net, exclusive of drinks. Reserve at tel. 710 822.

Sher E Punjub offers a Candlelight Dinner a la Maharaja! Be spoiled like a King and Queen in an elegant and exotic ambience to await the arrival of the New Millennium! Reserve at tel. 364 218.

Siam Bayshore Hotel has a “Count Down...2000”, starting at 7:00 p.m. at the Bali Hai by the sea. The festive event starts with a grand Gala Buffet with International Favorites, followed by traditional cultural shows, dancing to the music of a live band and a grand final of colorful rockets, shooting into the sky, and starburst fireworks. 3500 baht ++, children half price. Reserve at tel. 428678-81 ext. 577.

Thai Garden Resort takes leave of the old Millennium and welcomes the New Millennium at the poolside with “The Millennium Edition”, a grand Gala Buffet Dinner, Midnight Buffet and with reminiscence of the best shows during the past ten years. A unique Millennium souvenir, music, dance, fireworks and super prizes are waiting for the guests, who can celebrate under the stars in an enchanting decorated ambience. 2,200 net for adults. Reserve at tel. 370614-6.

The Pig & Whistle Pub throws a Millennium Party in a typical pub style with music and lots of fun! Reserve at tel. 361 315.

Woodland’s Resort celebrates the beginning of the New Year 2000 at the poolside with a Gala Buffet Dinner, Tiffany show and many other shows, incl. a 45 performer marching band and all that makes an event such as this successful and entertaining! Baht 2000 net, children half price. Reserve at tel. 421 707.

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