Every week, we sift through tonnes of activities, shows, art exhibitions and things to do. Here is our especially curated list of what's hot this week in Bangkok and beyond. Enjoy!
Activities
+ Come on, COMMONS
The COMMONS 2nd Birthday Bash! / The COMMONS / Feb 17
The COMMONS, one of our favourite food havens in Thong Lor, is celebrating its second birthday! Enjoy tonnes of good food and bevvies to the background music of Motown-themed Tune In session by Y.A.K & M.U.T from 7-10pm before DJ Fluke takes over with upbeat vibe until late.
7pm-1am / The COMMONS, Thong Lor 17 / http://fb.com/thecommonsbkk.
+ Coffees at COMMONS
Specialty Coffee for Home Brewers / The COMMONS / Feb 24
Another monthly specialty coffee workshop by Roots in collab with Yellow Stuff will happen soon. Learn how to bring the cafe experience to your home as you learn about the origins of specialty coffee, preparation methods and home brewing tools. We're telling you this now because you have to book a seat at least three days in advance before the workshop day. It will be conducted in Thai.
1-4.30pm / The COMMONS, Thong Lor 17 / book your seat at gatherings@thecommonsbkk.com / B3,000 per person includes one brewing guide and 150g of coffee beans, B3,800 per person include the aforementioned two items plus one cold brew tumbler and one mini digital scale.
+ Second IKEA
IKEA Bang Yai Opening / CentralPlaza Westgate / Mar 15
IKEA Bang Yai, IKEA's second store in Thailand, will also become the largest IKEA store in Southeast Asia with 50,278m² of area displaying more than 8,000 items. And you think IKEA Bang Na is already too big? With opening of this second store, comes with several firsts for IKEA. There will be two restaurants, one of which is on the mezzanine level overlooking the furniture showroom and it's the world's first for IKEA to serve Swedish-style healthy food. The overall design is said to allow more freedom for visitors to explore the store and make payment as cashiers are available on every floor. Have an interior euphoria as you walk through 41 room settings and check out special items only available at IKEA Bang Yai. Moreover, the store is the first in Thailand to be certified at the highest level for Green Building standards by LEED, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. New customers can apply for IKEA FAMILY membership for free at its booth in CentralPlaza WestGate or online until Mar 15 to receive a free zipper bag when you print out membership card at the new store.
IKEA Bang Yai, 109 Moo 6, Sao Thong Hin, Bang Yai, Nonthaburi / http://www.ikea.com/th.
+ Lost in Lhong
Ab Fab Market / Lhong 1919 / Until Feb 18
It's only fitting for Lhong 1919 to throw some fanfare to celebrate Chinese New Year. Ab Fab Market will take place until Sunday in case you want to find something to spend your ang pao money on. Please note that they announced new opening hours since Feb 1. The shuttle boat service between Saphan Taksin pier and Lhong starts from 12.45pm every day (go to its Facebook for the exact schedule). Chao Phraya tourist boat (blue flag) also stops at Wat Thong Thammachat pier, which is adjacent to Lhong.
Daily, Art & Craft Zone: 10am-8pm, Eatery Zone: 10am-10pm, Mazu Shrine: 9am-8pm (Mon 11am-8pm) / Lhong 1919, Chiang Mai Road, Khlong San / http://fb.com/lhong1919, 091-187-1919.
+ Put Film on Canvas
Your Favourite Film Scene : Oil Pastel Workshop / Tentacles N22 / Feb 24
Learn how to recreate a scene from your favourite film with oil pastels. Artist Jaruwat Normrubporn, aka LoveSyrup, will demonstrate his techniques and guide you step by step. Don't forget to bring the scene from your favourite movie and be ready to unleash your creativity. Newbies are welcome to sign up.
1-5pm / Tentacles N22, Soi Taweewattana (Narathiwat Ratchanakharin 22) / send a message to Tentacles N22 to sign up, http://fb.com/TentaclesN22 / B2,200.
Parties
+ Groovy tech house
German Brigante / Violett / Mar 2
Hailing from the south of Spain, German Brigante will be taking over the dance floor at Violett with his infectious, groovy tech house tunes. The DJ/producer has collaborated with other artists, releasing music in multiple labels including Get Physical, Dirty Bird and Monaberry. Rated #56 in Resident Advisor's Most Charted Artists in 2013, his use of percussion and basslines have put him on the map in clubs throughout the US and Europe. Supporting the event is DJ Dan Buri.
Violett, Thonglor 10 / http://fb.com/violettbkk.
+ Deep house + Afrobeat
Culoe de song / Beam / Feb 17
Beam will be welcoming South African deep house producer Culoe De Song tomorrow night, where he will be performing in the club's main stage. His latest album Exodus (2013) has won him the Best Male Artist for the 2014 Metro FM Awards, as well as earning a spot in the Top 500 Albums of 2013 in Rolling Stone South Africa. Supporting acts include Funkygangster, with Patty Yourvillian and Forresto taking over in the Dalmation room.
9pm-2am / Beam, Sukhumvit 55 / http://fb.com/beamclubbkk / B300.
+ Get Loco
Retox sessions presents Loco Dice & Yaya / Glow / Feb 17
Loco Dice, the "house and techno kung fu master", will be making his return to Bangkok at Glow tomorrow night. Rooted in hip-hop, the Desolat label founder has performed all over the world across multiple music festivals, including Timewarp, BPM and Sonar. Joining him is Yaya, a producer who is also a part of the Desolat family whose tracks have been released in vinyl and digital formats through various music labels.
9pm-3am / Glow, Sukhumvit 23 / http://goo.gl/5SXiKc / B750.
+ Elevated pool party
Westin pool party anniversary special / The westin Grande Sukhumvit / Feb 17
Get your pool party gear ready as The Westin Grande will be celebrating its 2nd anniversary with eight hours of poolside entertainment featuring dance shows, live DJ sets and pyrotechnics. An open bar will be served within the first hour of the party, so come early for free drinks.
1-9pm / The Westin Grande, Sukhumvit 19 / http://goo.gl/cGWMhN / Entrance fee at B400 (incl 1 drink), VIP packages from B2,900 - B5,800.
+ Back in white
Sensation Thailand / Bitec / Jul 29
After a four-year hiatus, Sensation returns to Thailand later this year! The famed electronic dance event will see fans dress their best in white and be dazzled by performances and stage design. Originating in the Netherlands, Sensation is an indoor music festival where everything is in white -- the attendees, the DJ's, the dancers, even the entire set design. The event solely focuses on trance music, however, in recent years it has leant towards house music. Sensation Thailand first took place back in 2012 at Impact Arena with the theme "Ocean Of White", followed by a second "Wicked Wonderland" theme at Bitec in 2014. Those who are interested in this upcoming third iteration can register at the website for pre-sale tickets.
6pm-2am / Bitec Bangna / http://goo.gl/vCyMx7, http://fb.com/sensation.th.
+ Go mental with indecent noise
TLT presents indecent noise / Whiteline / Feb 23
Trance lovers unite! Coming to Bangkok from Warsaw is trance DJ Indecent Noise, founder of digital label Mental Asylum. Fans will recognise him for his weekly mixes in Mental Asylum Radio. Having performed at major festivals including Tomorrowland, EDC and A State of Trance, this is one night trance aficionados are sure not to miss.
From 9pm / Whiteline, Silom 8 / http://fb.com/officialTLT / Phase 1 tickets at B600, tickets at door B700.
Shows
+ Asian indie pop
The lucky black sunset / Voice space / Feb 24
Get ready for an unforgettable night of indie pop sounds from four bands all within Asia. Headliners include The Black Skirts (South Korea), Sunset Rollercoaster (Taiwan), Lucky Tapes (Japan) and Plastic Plastic (Thailand). Early bird tickets are available for the first 500 attendees so don't wait up.
5-11pm / Voice Space, BBD Building, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road / http://goo.gl/nz2UWF / Early bird tickets at B1,600, regular tickets at B1,800.
+ Japanese indie rock night
The Fin. + Yogee new waves / Voice space / Mar 25
Two Japanese indie rock bands, The fin. and Yogee New Waves, are heading to Bangkok for one night in March. The fin. will be performing as part of their 2018 Asia tour, having sold out shows throughout China. The Thai artist Somkiat, from Smallroom music label, will be opening for the two bands.
6-11pm / Voice Space, BBD Building, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road / http://goo.gl/dVTF81 / Early bird tickets at B1,200, regular tickets at B1,500.
+ Cheer for Omi
Omi live in Bangkok / Levels / Feb 21
Jamaican singer Omi will be making his Bangkok show debut at Levels Club next Wednesday. He is best known for a remixed version of his hit single Cheerleader by DJ Felix Jaehn, which has racked up more than 800 million plays in YouTube alone and made him an international sensation. He is signed to Ultra Music, one of the biggest electronic dance labels, and has released his debut album Me 4 U in 2015.
9pm-2am / Levels, Sukhumvit 11 / http://fb.com/levelsclub.
+ Everybody calm down!
Kavin Jay / Comedy club Bangkok / Feb 16
Kavin Jay, one of Southeast Asia's sought-after comedians, will be delivering rapid-fire jokes at the Comedy Club Bangkok tonight. His politically incorrect comedy has been recognised around the world having performed gigs in various countries, including Singapore, India, Hong Kong, Australia and the United Kingdom. In 2015, he has been a part of comedy festivals such as LOLfest, Crackhouse Carnival, KLICfest, and appeared in the Comedy Central TV series "Stand Up Asia". Most recently, he is known as one of the first regional comics to have a special on Netflix.
8.30-10.30pm / Comedy Club Bangkok, Above The Royal Oak Pub, Sukhumvit 33/1 / http://goo.gl/Rcjb2D / Advance tickets at B500, at the door B700.
+ Return to Pandora
Cirque du Soleil: Toruk -- The first flight / Impact arena / Jun 14-24
If you are a fan of director James Cameron's 2009 sci-fi fantasy film Avatar and are itching to go back to its breathtaking world of Pandora then world famous theatrical producer Cirque du Soleil's newest production is the next best thing. Titled "Toruk -- The First Flight", the production is inspired by the film that introduced filmgoers to the blue-skinned race called the Na'vi, bringing them and their fictional language and culture to life never before seen in a live theatre setting. The performance will take place before the events of the film. With acrobatic acts, epic score, extravagant sets and costumes, and large-scale puppetry, this is one circus performance that will definitely blow audiences away.
1pm, 3.30pm, 5pm and 7.30pm; check link for more details / Impact Arena, Muang Thong Thani / http://goo.gl/dB426S / B1,000-B4,000.
+ Back in the 90's
Dudesweet 1997 / Mar 16
Dudesweet will be hosting a 90s-themed party complete with music from that era. Whether it is alternative rock, grunge, techno, hip-hop, R&B, Dudesweet 1997 has got it all. In addition to DJs, there will also be a live performance by the band Stone Metal Fire, as well as two opening acts Nirvana (not to be confused with the other famous grunge band) and Richard Marx. The party is a 20+ event and prohibits attendees from bringing their phones into the venue. Staff will collect the phones and give attendees a numbered wristband in which they can use to collect phones after the party.
7pm-2am / Venue TBA / http://goo.gl/YoZ8ug / Early bird tickets at B400.
+ Whisk away in a wintery wonderland
Disney on ice everyone's story / Impact arena / Mar 29-Apr 1
Disney On Ice returns this year! Fans of the House of Mouse will be able to marvel at and sing along with more than 50 of Disney's famous characters as they skate and dance with elaborate choreography to memorable scenes from their films. Along with Mickey's gang, expect to see characters from The Lion King, Toy Story and Finding Nemo. With 14 stories retold as old as time through ice skating, the production will feature 30 tunes from your favourite animated classics such as Hakuna Matata, You've Got A Friend In Me, and A Whole New World. Of course, it wouldn't be Disney On Ice without delving into the kingdom of Arendelle, as royal sisters Anna and Elsa from popular animated film Frozen are set to make a special appearance. You can never have too much of Let It Go can you?
Thu and Fri showtimes are at 2.30pm and 6.30pm, Sat and Sun showtimes are at 10.30am, 2.30pm and 6.30pm / Impact Arena, Muang Thong Thani / http://goo.gl/qMGQQF / B600-B2,500.
Art
+ Artistic Evolution
Coronets / Thong Lor Art Space / Until Feb 20
Nakrob Moonmanas, a noted Thai collage artist who fuses classic Thai and Western arts, is having a new solo exhibition to showcase his artistic evolution. Known for his 2D artworks, he unveils his first full-scale installation, deriving an inspiration from Thai iconic headdress chada. The exhibition looks at the object as a physical embodiment of power and fantasy as perceived in Thai culture. The wearer bares its weight, which comes with a sense of dominating power. Nakrob, whose artist name is stylised as Nakrob/moon/mars/nut, turns the revered object into a contemporary art object on display (and, hopefully, no one will get offended in the process). Free admission.
1-8pm / Thong Lor Art Space, Thong Lor / http://fb.com/Thonglorartspace, 095-924-4555.
+ Snakes in Gallery
Ouroboros Ngu- Kin - Hang / Bridge Art Space / Until Mar 9
Four Thai artists -- Torwong Wutthiwong, Phornphop Sittirak, Prasert Yodkaew, Satit Raksasri -- look to their memories that always end up in a cycle as their inspiration, hence, the group exhibition's name. Torwong turn bits and bobs into keepsakes that triggers thoughts of the past. Phornphop explores lives stuck and manipulated in an inescapable propaganda. Prasert conveys that nightmares are easier to recollect than other kinds of dreams and the feeling of being trapped through his works. Lastly, Satit questions the idea of not being heard even when you scream at the top of your lungs.
10am-8pm, closes on Tue, opens until 6pm on Sat / Bridge Art Space, Charoen Krung 51 / http://fb.com/bridgeartspace, 089-666 -2051.
+ Second Skin
The Secret of Skin / MOST Gallery / May 30
Sophirat Muangkum's photo exhibition highlights nude photography and what lies under the skin. Sophirat, the only known Thai female nude photographer to the best of our knowledge, features tastefully done pictures of people in their birthday suits in different landscapes. Viewers are welcome to use their own feelings and judgement to discern what these pictures are trying to say. Her pictures have been exhibited at leading art venues in Bangkok and published by foreign magazines such as Vogue Italia and KALTBLUT from Berlin.
By appointment only / MOST Gallery, Charoen Krung 26 / http://fb.com/mostgallerybkk, 02- 639-6582.
+ Nature & Human Nature
ROOTS of Awareness / Kalwit Studio & Gallery / Until Mar 24
Three artists -- Thanan Klintapaneeyakul, Jiranapa Jitrsujarit, Kummoon Polsri -- reflect the everyday life in society, religion and Thai way of life in this exhibition. They delve into human's perception of nature and human nature and how it serves like the root of a tree from which we grow.
Tue-Sat 10am-6pm / Kalwit Studio & Gallery / Ruam Rudi 2, Witthayu Road / http://fb.com/kalwitgallery, 092-595-2951, 02-254-4629.
+ Different Shades of Girl with a Pearl Earring
Pearl Earring / House of Lucie / Until Feb 28
Forgive our lame pun but it captures Dasha Matrosova's latest exhibition "Pearl Earring" to a degree. Johannes Vermeer's famous painting Girl with a Pearl Earring serves as a catalyst for this exhibition. The seemingly ordinary portrait hides a sense of mystery and leaves many lost in thoughts. Who was she? Did Vermeer dress his maid with the scarf and the earring to give an illusion of luxury?
Tue-Fri 11am-6pm, Sat noon-5pm / House of Lucie, Ekamai Soi 8 / http://fb.com/HouseofLucie, 095-478-9987.
+ Unsung Heroes
Inspiro / S.A.C. Subhashok The Arts Centre / Until Mar 11
Inspiro, Latin for "to inspire", pays a tribute to everyday heroes. Surapong Sudasna Na Ayudhya believes the beauty of humankind is to live fairly and equally while inspiring each other. At one of his lowest points, the artist was inspired by labourers who are underappreciated by the society because of their dirty jobs. He admires them for the hardship they face and turn that into fuel for his artistic creation. This is a continuation of this artist whose muse is the grassroots since his first solo exhibition "Hero" in 2015. Inspiro features paintings, sculptures and installations.
Tue-Sat 10am-5.30pm, Sun noon-6pm, closes on Monday / S.A.C. Subhashok The Arts Centre, Sukhumvit 39 / http://fb.com/sacbangkok, 02-662-0299.
+ Ladder to nowhere
The Broken Ladder / Gallery VER / Until Mar 31
This conceptual art exhibition by Wantanee Siripattananuntakul explores home and the sense of belonging to society through 3D and video mediums. She delves deep into the inequality as not all can afford home and how autocratic alchemists turn soil into gold and the politics that goes with it. The opening reception takes place on Feb 25 at 6pm.
Wed-Sun, noon-6pm / Gallery VER, Sathu Pradit 15 (Narathiwas 22) / http://fb.com/galleryver, 02-103-4067.
FOOD
Gong xi fa cai!
Celebrate Chinese New Year with friends and loved ones with our top picks
+ Shanghai mansion Bangkok
There are two ways to get into the festivities at Shanghai Mansion Bangkok's Red Rose Restaurant. Opt for the in-house Yee Sang Three-Hsien menu, "Yee Sang" meaning "raw fish salad" and "Three Hsien" referring to what are considered the three most auspicious fish: salmon, tuna and bass. This will be available until Feb 25 for B888 for two to four people and for B1,288 for five to 10 people. Alternatively, you can go for the street fair menu as Red Rose Restaurant participates in the Bangkok Chinatown Yaowarat Chinese New Year Street Festival 2018 until tomorrow. They'll be serving up four dishes from their "modern Chinese" menu for B250 per dish.
Red Rose Restaurant, Shanghai Mansion Bangkok, 479-481 Yaowarat Road / Visit http://shanghaimansion.com, 02-221-2121.
+ The St. Regis
Have an auspicious feast at The St. Regis' VIU Restaurant with a choice of either a lunch or dinner buffet on Feb 16. Highlights include Peking duck for lunch and suckling pig for dinner along with a number of other authentic Chinese dishes. There's also live entertainment, as well as a lucky draw for a chance to win prizes. The lunch buffet is priced at B1,288++ per person (noon-2.30pm) and dinner is priced at B2,288 per person (6pm-10pm).
VIU Restaurant, The St. Regis Bangkok, 159 Ratchadamri Road / Visit http://stregisbangkok.com, email fb.bangkok@stregis.com, 02-207-7777.
+ Amara Bangkok
Element Restaurant at Amara Bangkok is offering guests two different ways to celebrate CNY. An à la carte dinner menu, which includes fried crab claw with XO sauce and peking duck is available with dishes starting at B220++ and B20,000++ per table, which seats 10 people. If you're in a party mood, the "Hipster Night x Qipao" is also being held at Element with free entry, a live band and a complimentary drink for anyone who dresses to impress.
Element Restaurant, Amara Bangkok, 180/1 Surawong Road / Email fnb.bangkok@amarahotels.com, 02-021-8888.
+ Centara Grand at Centralworld
Dynasty Restaurant has a sumptuous feast especially made for a big group so it's an ideal meal for friends and family. The group set menu includes delicacies like deep-fried shrimp with mayonnaise and sesame seeds, sautéed Conch shell Sichuan style, and fried egg noodle topped with shredded chicken. Prices start at B7,300++ based on 10 people dining.
If you're looking for something to give to a friend, family, or colleague during this auspicious occasion, head over to Zing Bakery where they have three festive hampers you can choose from: the Small lantern (B2,500++), Longevity (B3,955++), and Bag of fortune (B5,955). Available until Feb 16.
Dynasty Restaurant & Zing Bakery, Centara Grand at CentralWorld, 999/99 Rama I Road / Email diningcgcw@chr.co.th, 02-100-6255.
+ Ramada plaza Menam reverside
Head over to The Terrace@72 for a buffet on Chinese New Year day (hey, that rhymed). Shark fin soup, Peking duck, and other classic Chinese delicacies are available, as well as their usual international buffet. There's also a lucky ang pao for every table! The buffet is available for both lunch and dinner priced at B1,400++ for adults and B700++ for kids.
The Terrace@72, Ramada Plaza Menam Riverside, 2074 Charoen Krung Road / Email: fb@ramadaplazamenamriverside.com, 02-688-1000 ext. 80118.
+ Pancakes - All day, everyday
Pancake month, Clinton street baking company, until Feb 28
Pancake lovers rejoice! Clinton Street Baking Company celebrates Pancake Month with an array of pancakes spaced out throughout February. Those who prefer fruity pancakes will definitely love Apple pie pancakes from Feb 15-21. Or indulge in something chocolatey and tropical with the Chocolate coconut pancakes from Feb 22-28.
8am-10pm / Clinton Street Baking Company, GF, Siam Paragon / Visit http://clintonstreetbangkok.com or http://fb.com/clintonstreetbangkok.
+ Glammin' up the 'Bucks
Stargucks X Alice + Olivia collection, Starbucks, ongoing
For the third year in a row, Starbucks brings the Alice + Olivia drinkware collection. From the Double wall mug (B1,200), Tumbler (B1,350) and the Tote bag (B550), everything is inspired by the "simply show some love" concept from Alice + Olivia founder, Stacey Bedet.
Visit http://starbucks.co.th.
+ Drinks All Around
The bar award, Feb 21-Mar 1
Get a taste of a slew of different drinks and cocktails with The Bar Awards. Lasting until Mar 1, different events are being held at different venues, with the opening party and kick-off being held at Rabbit Hole over at Thong Lor.
Visit thebarawards.com, http://fb.com/thebarawards.
TRAVEL
Happy CNY
Hotels in Bangkok aren't the only ones celebrating the Lunar New Year. In case you'll be in Hua Hin or Pattaya, here are options to celebrate Chinese New Year with a great feast
+ Amari Hua Hin hosts a dinner buffet with live performance today at Mosaic Restaurant. The highlights include yee sang (raw fish salad), whole roasted Peking duck, whole roasted suckling pig, Sichuan-style hot-and-sour soup, yang chow fried rice and Mongolian-style stir-fried mixed vegetables.
6.30-10pm / Amari Hua Hin, 117/74 Takiab Road, Nongkae, Hua Hin / 032-616-600, http://www.amari.com/hauhin / B999 for adults, 50% off for children between the ages of six to 11, free for children below the age of six.
+ Dusit Thani Pattaya offers toh jeen experience for those who look to celebrate Chinese New Year with their loved ones at The Peak restaurant. On Feb 16-17, a family of eight to 10 can enjoy a Chinese set menu for lunch or dinner with a stunning view of Pattaya Bay from the top floor.
11.30am-2.30pm, 6.30-10pm / Dusit Thani Pattaya, 240/2 Pattaya Beach Road / 038-425-611-7 ext 2149, 2150 / B9,000++ per table for lunch, B14,000++ per table for dinner.
+ Hilton Pattaya offers CNY feasts at two outlets. International dinner buffet featuring Chinese delicacies is available at Edge Restaurant from Feb 16-18. On top of Roast duck, Crispy pork, Rice in lotus leaf, Bamboo soup with crabmeat, Fried egg noodle with XO sauce and Deep fried shrimp with salad cream, you can also enjoy seafood on ice and on the grill and many more. Until Feb 24, Flare Restaurant offers premium Asian dinner dishes such as Phuket lobsters in three styles (B2,800), Steamed sea bass with soy sauce (B1,200) and Baked sea bass with herbs and turmeric (B1,200).
6-10.30pm for both venues / Hilton Pattaya, 333/101 Moo 9, Nong Prue, Bang Lamung / call 038-253- 000 or email bkkhp_fb@hilton.com to make a reservation / B1,500 per person for buffet at Edge.
+ Fabulous February
Fab Feb Last Minute Deals / Centara Hotels & Resorts / Until Mar 31
38 properties in Thailand and overseas under Centara Hotels & Resorts are offering "FAB FEB Last Minute Deals" promotion until the end of Mar. Enjoy up to 35% off on your stay when you book via the Centara website. Go lavish with a stay in your own villa built right over the turquoise sea at Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives or go for a sensible getaway at COSI Samui Chaweng Beach. Now you have a reason to spend your ang pao money. Centara the 1 Card members receive additional 10% discount.
http://goo.gl/9FYjin, 02-101-1234, or email reservations@chr.co.th.
+ Valentine's Day Vacays
Valentine's Day Promotion / Away, X2 and X2 Vibe properties / Until Feb 28
It's not too late to celebrate St Valentine's Day with a romantic stay or dinner for two at Away, X2 or X2 Vibe properties. Away Koh Kood Resort's Sparkling Your Love package is available as either 3D2N stay for two for the price of B8,888 or 4D3N for B12,999. X2 Chiang Mai Riverside Resort's dinner with wine pairing is priced at B7,000. Dinner with wine pairing at X2 Koh Samui Resort – All Spa Inclusive is on offer at B7,000. X2 Khao Lak Anda Mani Resort's dinner for two is priced at B3,214++ per couple with wine pairing. X2 Kui Buri Resort's Romantic Valentine's Beach Escape Package is a 3D2N stay in a Deluxe Pool Villa priced at B14,000. X2 River Kwai Resort's Luxury Riverside Package is a 3D2N stay in XFloat Luxe Cabin priced at B21,000. Book online at the hotels' respective websites. More affordable Valentine's Day meals are on offer at three properties. They are Thai set meal priced at B499++ per person from X2 Chiang Mai Villa Collection, Valentine's set menu priced at B499 from X2 Vibe Buriram Hotel and dinner set priced at B899++ per person from X2 Vibe Bangkok Sukhumvit.
http://www.X2lobby.com, http://www.awayresorts.com, and http://www.X2vibe.com / reserve Valentine's Day dinners by calling the hotels directly.
+ Making Big Splash
Ramayana Package / Costa Well Resort Pattaya / Until Oct 31
Santorini-inspired Costa Well Resort Pattaya's special package combines accommodation and admission to Ramayana Water Park for two, as well as special rates for extended nights. The ticket to the waterpark is valued at B1,190 but the hotel throws in daily breakfast and 4pm late checkout from Mon-Thu. The hotel in Bang Saray is 20 minutes away from Pattaya beach and only few minutes on foot from Bang Saray Beach. Ramayana Water Park features 21 rides and attractions within its 100 rai. There's something for everyone from two kids' zones, a lazy river with waves, a wave pool, exhilarating slides and more. This package doesn't apply to stays on Saturday.
Costa Well Resort Pattaya, 555 Na Jomtien 56, Sukhumvit Road, Sattahip, Chon Buri / http://www.costawellresortpattaya.com, http://fb.com/costawellresortpattaya, 092-019-9555 / B3,600 for Superior Room per night, B5,100 for Deluxe jacuzzi, B5,600 for Deluxe Ocean View jacuzzi, B240 per person for a round-trip transfer between the water park and the resort.
+ The Happiest Place on Earth
Disney Friends Springtime Carnival / Hong Kong Disneyland Resort / Mar 15-Jun 20
More than 100 beloved Disney characters will celebrate Disney Friends Springtime Carnival. The new "We Love Mickey!" night-time projection show will debut. New and longtime Disney friends will be appearing at the new Africa-themed Karibuni Marketplace in Adventureland and other spots across the park for your selfie ops. Disney character-themed egg hunt, new food & drinks and merch also await you. Most importantly, Hong Kong Disneyland Resort is offering exclusive deals for Thais. Advance Purchase Room offer gets you 15% off on any rooms at Disney Explorers Lodge, Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel or Disney's Hollywood Hotel. Book online to get a free room upgrade and Attraction Priority Admission Pass. "Play, Shop, Dine" ticket deal for one or two days is also available. Buy a one-day ticket to receive HK$50 (B200) voucher for merch or one free waffle. Two-day ticket gives you better value and comes with HK$30 voucher for merch. Keep your eyes out for more Disney deals at Discover Thailand Discover The World on Mar 1–4.
Visit http://www.hongkongdisneyland.com/th/offers-discounts.
Movies
+ BLACK PANTHER
(directed by Ryan Coogler)
Who's in it?
Chadwick Boseman, Michael B. Jordan, Lupita Nyong'o, Angela Basset, Forest Whittaker.
What's it about?
After the events of Captain America: Civil War (which seemed like ages ago) and the death of his father, T'Challa (Boseman) returns home to the technologically advanced nation of Wakanda to take his rightful place as king. However, enemies conspire against him, and he must fend them off as the Black Panther.
Why watch it?
That trailer. The soundtrack. That cast. Everything about this movie makes us want to explode.
+ LADY BIRD
(directed by Greta Gerwig)
Who's in it?
Saoirse (that's "sur-shuh" for you noobs) Ronan, Laurie Metcalf, Timothée Chalamet.
What's it about?
The film follows the coming-of-age story of Christine McPherson (Ronan) who has rebelliously given herself the name "Lady Bird". A senior in high school, Lady Bird finds herself having a strained relationship with her parents, especially her mother (Metcalf), all the while trying to find a college and navigate growing into a young woman.
Why watch it?
Five Oscar nominations, three Bafta nominations, and four Golden Globe nominations -- two of which it won.
+ MALILA THE FAREWELL FLOWER
(directed by Anucha Boonyawatana)
Who's in it?
Sukollawat Kanaros, Sumret Muengput, Anuchyd Sapanphong.
What's it about?
Shane (Kanaros) and Pitch (Sapanphong) have faced terrible turns in each of their lives. Rekindling their old romance, they find solace in the making of the traditional bai sri. But things also get complicated when Shane finds out Pitch is dying.
Why watch it?
Was part of the 22nd Busan Film Festival and the 28th Singapore International Film Festival.
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+ WHEN WE FIRST MET
Noah meets the girl of his dreams in Avery. They hit it off, but at the end of the night, Noah gets friend-zoned. Three years later, Avery is engaged and Noah remains the good friend -- until he has the chance to redo their first meeting and possibly change the way Avery sees him. The original Netflix film starring Alexandria Daddario and Adam DeVine is streaming now.
+ THE NOTEBOOK
We knew this was coming; it's St Valentine's Day after all. Relive the feels-inducing, rain-kissing, "It still isn't over" and "What do you want" Ryan Gosling-screaming film that will put you in the zone for the month of love. Streaming now.
+ HAWAII FIVE-0 (SEASON 6)
Mondays, 9pm - True Visions Ch 338 It would have been really awesome if the theme for Hawaii Five-0 played the minute you started reading this sentence. Then again, now that we mentioned it, it's probably playing in your head right now. Catch the latest episode of the crime drama every Monday at 9pm.
+ NCIS: LOS ANGELES (SEASON 6)
Tuesdays, 9pm - True Visions Ch 338 Follow Special Agent G. Callen, his partner Sam Hanna and their team as they go undercover to solve cases for the Naval Criminal Investigative Service. Also, try really hard to forget that Chris O'Donnell once wore a nipple-suit to play Robin.
