Chinese New Year 2018 in Bangkok – Welcome to the Year of the Dog

The Chinese New Year is celebrated throughout the world, but it is at its most colorful in nations such as Thailand, where extravagant and colorful. 2018 marks the Year of the Dog, and the New Year celebrations began on the 16th of February. This time is particularly renowned for having the largest human migration in the world, where people from all over the world travel to meet their families or to where the festivities are.

Sukhumvit, in particular, is a popular travel destination during this time, with many hotels near Terminal 21 Bangkok such as the likes of Adelphi Suites becoming fully booked well in advance. The celebrations lasted throughout the day, with restaurants offering comprehensive brunch/lunch deals and various clubs and venues showcasing lavish parties in the evening.