Celebrate the Festive Season in Paradise at The Naka Island, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Phuket

The Naka Island, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Phuket, the five-star resort set on a secluded island in the Andaman Sea, invites guests to celebrate the festive season in true tropical elegance with a curated series of Christmas and New Year experiences this December. Recently awarded the prestigious MICHELIN 1 Key, the resort presents a season filled with heartfelt gatherings, refined dining, and magical island moments for couples, families, and luxury travellers alike.

The celebrations begin on 20 December with a Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on the Beach Lawn (from 18:00 hrs onwards). Guests are welcomed with handcrafted canapés, themed cocktails, and a speech by the resort’s General Manager, all set against a starlit sky and the gentle sounds of the Andaman Sea — creating a warm and joyful opening to the festive season.

On 24 December (18:30–22:30 hrs), guests are invited to an enchanting Christmas Eve Dinner at Veranda, the resort’s refined ocean-view restaurant. The evening features a lavish international buffet showcasing imported cold cuts and cheeses, premium carved meats, the finest local seafood, and festive desserts. Live entertainment, Christmas carols, a live band, elf dances, balloon performances, and a special appearance by Santa Claus add to the magic of the night.

The festive spirit continues on 25 December (18:30–22:30 hrs) with a Christmas Day Dinner at Veranda. Surrounded by reclaimed driftwood décor and an open-air terrace that blends seamlessly with the sea, guests can indulge in an international buffet of festive classics, global delicacies, and indulgent sweets — capturing the warmth, charm, and togetherness of the holiday season.

As the year draws to a close, New Year’s Eve on 31 December promises an unforgettable celebration in paradise. The evening begins with Cocktails & Canapés (18:30–20:00 hrs) at Rum Chapel, before guests move on to Veranda, the Beach Lawn, or Aiyara, the resort’s signature Thai restaurant. The highlight of the night is the Naka Himmapan Gala Dinner (18:30–23:00 hrs), inspired by the mythical Himmapan Forest from Thai folklore — a legendary realm between heaven and earth.

This immersive gala features an opulent international buffet blending Royal Thai culinary traditions with premium ingredients from around the world, including Canadian lobster, French oysters, king crab, carved Iberico ham, local specialties, and decadent desserts. Live music, traditional Thai performances, and a mesmerizing fire show set the stage before the celebration continues with a DJ-led Countdown Party until 01:30 hrs, culminating in a breathtaking fireworks display at midnight.

As the only resort on Naka Yai Island, The Naka Island, Phuket offers a sanctuary of privacy and discovery. With 90 elegantly designed rooms, suites, and pool villas, exceptional wellness and dining experiences, curated activities, and island-hopping excursions, the resort is an ideal escape for solo retreats, family holidays, romantic getaways, destination weddings, and honeymoons.

Festive Dining Prices:

• Christmas Eve Dinner: THB 7,800++ per adult | THB 3,800++ per child (6–12 years)

• Christmas Day Dinner: THB 3,400++ per adult | THB 1,600++ per child (6–12 years)

• New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner: THB 19,000++ per adult | THB 6,000++ per child (6–12 years)
  (All events are complimentary for children aged 5 and under.)

For more information or to reserve a festive escape, please contact: naka.reservations@luxurycollection.com or call  +66 (0) 76 371 400