The Lunar New Year (Chinese New Year is a term that is more often used in the USA) is especially celebrated in countries around Asia every year. The starting date is always on the second new moon of the New year. This means that the starting date is normally different every year. In 2007, the Lunar New Year 2007 will commence on the 18th of February.

With the sound of thousands of exploding firecrackers, the famous Chinese flowing silk dragons dancing in the streets, unforgettable food creations that are artistically prepared and delicious at the same time, it is no wonder why the Chinese New year is such a big event for locals and travelers alike, young and old.

Feasting is just as much a big part of the Lunar New Year as are traditional customs and the traditional lantern lighting.

The Chinese calendar is based on the cycles of the moon and uses a 12-year cycle system. Each year in this cycle represents one of 12 animals. These animals include rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, sheep, monkey, rooster, dog and pig). 2007 will be the year of the pig.
Pigs are considered honest, tolerant, intellectual, dependable and affectionate. They are also impulsive, naive, and short tempered. The areas of work where they are mostly successful are law, entertainment and finance.

Some of the top travel destinations for the Lunar New Year are Thailand, Singapore, Beijing, Shanghai or Hong Kong.

In the Chinatown area in Bangkok for example you will see thousands of people welcoming the Lunar New Year. The festivities take many days and you could think that you are in a city in China. The festivities in Bangkok are probably some of the biggest in South East Asia anywhere.

Another definite place to be is Singapore. The celebrations of the Lunar New Year are huge and come with a beautiful fireworks and thousands of Singaporeans and travelers from around the world welcoming the new year.

Now where to stay when you book a trip to Thailand, Singapore or any other Asian country for the Chinese New Year?
The hotel situation around Asia during the Chinese New year celebrations will be very tight. This is why we have collected a list of hotels that are still available on Excelloz. When you register for a new account now or until the end of February, you still will take advantage of our ongoing Free Gold Member Promotion. You will receive an extra 5% discount on all bookings that you make.

For Thailand, we have collected the following hotels which are still available now and offer INSTANT CONFIRMATION:


Bangkok Hotels for the Lunar New Year 2007

Imperial Queen's Park Hotel Bangkok $103
Swissotel Le Concorde Hotel Bangkok $103
Amari Atrium Hotel Bangkok $102
Bangkok Palace Hotel Bangkok $52
Chaophya Park Hotel Bangkok $51.50
Royal River Hotel Bangkok $51.50
Twin Towers Hotel Bangkok $43
Royal Parkview Hotel Bangkok $41.50
Ibis Huamark Hotel Bangkok $32.50

Chiang Mai Hotels for the Lunar New Year 2007

Royal Princess Hotel Chiang Mai $65.50
Chiang Mai Orchid Hotel $48
Central Duangtawan Hotel Chiang Mai $44.50
Suan Bua Resort Chiang Mai $39.50
Chiang Mai Hills 2000 Hotel $27.50
Lotus Pang Suan Kaew $27.50
Star Hotel Chiang Mai $22.50

Phuket Hotels for the Lunar New Year 2007

Patong Paragon Hotel Phuket $96
Absolute Seapearl Beach Resort Phuket Hotel $89.50
Hyton Leelavadee Hotel Phuket $61.50
Karon Princess Hotel Phuket $59.50

Koh Samui Hotel for the Lunar New Year 2007

Central Samui Beach Resort $226
Anantara Resort and Spa Koh Samui $221.50
Imperial Boat House Koh Samui $143
Samui Buri Beach Resort and Spa $110
Amarin Victoria Resort Koh Samui $68.50
Samui Island Beach Resort $47.50