Embark on a festive journey with The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts, where enchanting experiences await in Amsterdam's winter wonderland, Madrid's vibrant Christmas fiestas, Rome's artistic celebration, Phuket's Thai-European fusion market, and Bali's rich cultural feasts. Uncover the magic with these exclusive 'December Discovery' packages, blending luxury, local delights, and seasonal festivities. Check out these 5 great holiday escapes.
The Pavilions Amsterdam, The Toren
A short stroll away from The Pavilions Amsterdam, The Toren, the legendary Amsterdam Christmas Market in Museumplein is a winter wonderland where visitors can admire the Christmas decorations, browse for stocking stuffers, and tuck into poffertjes (Dutch pancakes) and warming bisschopswijn (mulled wine).
The Kerstmis spirit lights up the dark December nights as one of the city’s biggest events, the Amsterdam Light Festival, sees illuminated Dutch and international artworks displayed across the city. Set within two 17th-century former merchant houses on the Keizersgracht canal, around the corner from the ‘Negen Straatjes’ shopping district, The Pavilions Amsterdam, The Toren is the perfect base from which to experience a Dutch Christmas. The hotel’s ‘December Discovery’ package includes a special two-course dinner menu by neighbouring restaurant Black & Blue; a complimentary festive welcome drink in The Lounge Bar; and daily breakfast.
The Pavilions Phuket
For travellers craving warmer climes but reluctant to forgo the trappings of a traditional Christmas, The Pavilions Phuket will host a Thai take on the classic European Christmas market on 10 December - complete with vendors selling German glühwein and bratwurst, DIY gingerbread house workshops and artisans showcasing handmade products and unique gifts – with a share of the proceeds going to local charity The Good Shepherd.
Clifftop signature ALTO Italian Restaurant & Cocktail Bar will also be serving three-course Italian festive feasts atop one of Phuket’s highest peaks. The exquisite menu by executive chef Pietro Mangani includes a starter of sourdough topped with poached egg and truffle, squid ink spaghetti served with Mazara del Vallo red prawns and more. Running from 1 December 2023 to 10 January 2024, the ‘December Discovery’ package at The Pavilions Phuket includes daily breakfast, three-a course festive feast at ALTO, a trio of Japanese-inspired tapas and a ‘festive fizz’ cocktail, as well as an airport meet and greet and one-way transfer.
The Pavilions Madrid
Just a stroll from the city's central square, The Pavilions Madrid is perfectly positioned to spak in the lively atmosphere and enchanting decorations of the Spanish capital's Christmas celebrations. As Plaza Mayor
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