The Christmas holiday celebrations in Southeast Asian countries may be a little different from the festivities that are observed in other parts of the world. The way this festive occasion is observed will depend on the religion/s of a given country – you can expect to see more Christmas celebrations …
Read More »Constitution Day is celebrated every year on the 10th of December in Thailand, and commemorates the advent of the country’s Constitutional Monarchy. This public holiday dates back to 1932 – a time when Thailand (then called Siam) experienced great upheaval that ultimately resulted to the end of the absolute power …
Read More »
Every year on November 30th, Filipinos celebrate the birth anniversary of Andrés Bonifacio, the plebeian revolutionary who led the Philippines’ war for independence against Spanish colonial rule. For reasons deeply rooted in history, Andrés Bonifacio’s heroic contribution to the revolution is celebrated on his birthday rather than on the day of …
Read More »The people of Thailand consider the birthday of their king – His Majesty, King Bhumibol Adulyadej, Rama IX – as one of the most important events of the year. December 5, the King’s birthday, is a very significant date every year; this day is also celebrated as the country’s Father’s …
Read More »
Awal Muharram (also called Maal Hijrah) is considered as the New Year celebration according to the Islamic calendar, and is one of the national holidays observed in Malaysia (a national holiday is observed and celebrated by the whole country, while a public holiday can be observed by just one of …
Read More »
As mentioned in Top 5 Festivals of Singapore, there’s a festival known as Hari Raya Aidilfitri, but what’s coming up is a similar Muslim festival called Hari Raya Haji or Eid al-Adha. This festival of sacrifice lands on the 10th, 11th, and 12th day the Dhul Hijja month, which ends …
Read More »
For a third consecutive year, the Samui International Jazz Festival is back to bring smooth jazz beats to Koh Samui. The last two festivals were such hits attracting over 3,000 spectators that this third time is expected to be a charm. With Koh Samui’s vibe and strong tourism, it’s the …
Read More »
The countdown clock is ticking…in less than one month the fantastic Formula 1 will take over Marina Bay for the Singapore Grand Prix. Hosted by Singtel, the heart pounding races and lavish parties begin on September 21st and end on September 23rd. Many claim the Singapore Grand Prix is one …
Read More »If you are in Thailand this weekend, make your way to Phuket for a seafood extravaganza! Kicking off Friday, August 24th, in Jungceylon, Patong, seafood lovers will be in their glory. Phuket is already known for its seafood, but this festival aims to bring more awareness and build more tourism …
Read More »The Mid Autumn Festival, also known as Mooncake or Lantern festival, is a traditional Chinese harvest holiday. Since it’s a Chinese event, it is celebrated in several countries and even marked as a public holiday in Taiwan. The actual holiday lands of the 15th day of the eighth lunar month, …
Read More »
If you haven’t already heard, the seventh lunar month of the Chinese calendar begins this month, marking the period of the Holy Ghost. A suspicious time of year, this festival is celebrated by Taoists, Buddhists, and Chinese folk religion believers who believe the gates of hell open during this month …
Read More »This October from the 15th to the 23rd, you can witness one of the most bizarre festivals in all of Thai events. The Vegetarian Festival is an annual festival lasting nine days during the ninth lunar month of the Chinese calendar. One can only guess that it involves the abstinence …
Read More »