Phuket Carnival Comming

It's that festive time of year again as we near the end of 2012 and celebrate the end of the rainy season as we look forward to a bright new year.

 

2013 will mark The Kee Resort & Spa's 3^rd year in operation near Patong Beach, but before all that, there's plenty to celebrate on Phuket this December with the Phuket Carnival coming to town in all its glory. From the 15^th to 20^th December the streets of Patong will be filled with daily and nightly processions highlighting the island's traditions and culture with floats ornately decorated with flowers and featuring magnificently artistic displays.

 

Thailand's famous OTOP products – locally-made handicrafts – will be on sale at market stalls along Patong beach front, alongside all sorts of southern Thai style snacks and treats among the plethora of food on offer for every taste.

 

Of course the summer sun at this time of year in Thailand attracts sun seekers from all over the world who want to escape cold winter climates, but you can rest assured there's plenty of festive Christmas and New Year spirit right here in the tropics, especially at the Kee Resort, where we'll be putting on a gala Christmas dinner for families and throwing a fun-filled New Year party on the rooftop to see in 2013 in style.

   

If you haven't made your Christmas and New Year celebration plans yet, visit us at www.thekeeeresort.com to find out more about the fun to be had at the Kee Resort this festive season.

 

Land of Contrasts

 The Land of Smiles is also a land of contrasts, and of course Phuket is an infamous playground for young and old alike.

If you're here alone you can shop and party all night and chill by the pool or on the beach by day, but for families there's always the question of keeping the younger ones entertained.

Well, here at the Kee Resort & Spa, we've thought of everything to keep every family member entertained, no matter what their age or taste.

Exploring the lagoon-like Kee Pool is a great way for the whole family to have some fun in the sun. At the poolside and our dining venues you'll find our menus filled with fun food for young diners as well as delicious dishes for adults.

But if you fancy some downtime away from the kids you can let them burn off some of that endless energy at the Kee Kids Club, where there are hours of fun to be had with all sorts of games and activities.

Get your evenings off to a good start at any of our dining venues with Happy Hour cocktails and other alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks at KEE Pool, KEE Drink and KEE Sky lounge & Restaurant.

Whenever there's a special occasion to be celebrated you can be sure there is always something fun going on at the Kee Resort. Christmas, Halloween, Easter and many other international holidays are all celebrated here, always with lots of traditional family activities going on around the resort.

Of course there are many traditional Thai celebrations you can get involved in of you're lucky enough o be here during festivals like Songkran (water throwing festival) at the height of summer in April and Loy Kratong (water blessing) in November.

Coming up this Christmas and New Year we've got some spectacular events, including a Christmas Eve Gala Buffet Dinner and another New Year bash on the rooftop.

Sign up here to get the latest updates and invitations to make sure you don't miss out on all the fun to be had for all the family in the land of contrasts at the best hangout in Patong.

 

 

WEDDING PACKAGES
Where to Wed in Phuket?
For many newlyweds, Phuket is the destination of choice for their honeymoon. Others take it one step further and actually get married on the island and dive straight into their honeymoon on the tropics.
Of course, here, you can pretty much rely on having good weather for your wedding day and enjoy all the elements of a traditional western wedding or traditional Thai wedding – a very elaborate and beautiful affair – and the wonderful thing about having a Thai wedding is that you don't have to be Buddhist.
We welcome all faiths here in Thailand, and did you know we offer customizable wedding packages with all the trimmings at the Kee Resort & Spa?
You can choose from our traditional Thai or Western wedding packages, which include a wedding ceremony of your choice with all the trimmings, a romantic dinner for two under the stars and your honeymoon night in one of our romantic luxury sea view suites plus a leisurely breakfast in bed – all in one easy package.
Whichever package you choose, we'll take care of all the details, including decorating the wedding venue, arranging flowers, live music and any religious requirements such as a minister of your faith. All you have to worry about is looking your best and inviting your guests. We'll see to the rest.
Click on the links below to find out more about Kee Wedding Packages.
Traditional Thai Wedding http://www.thekeeresort.com/wedding_package.html
Western-Style Wedding http://www.thekeeresort.com/wedding_package.html

FIVE GOOD REASONS TO STAY AT THE KEE RESORT & SPA

It's Green Season here on Phuket, meaning there's lots of rain

With the monsoon season upon us in Phuket, locally known as 'The Green Season', you might be wondering what to do when the beach is rained off but don't let a bit of cloud cover put you off having a good time, especially with so many things to keep you entertained and dry at the Kee Resort. Coming soon we've got Thai cooking classes and more cultural activities but to find out what's on for you during your stay, turn on your in-room entertainment panel for the latest updates. For now though, here are Five God Reasons to Stay at the Kee Resort during the Green Season. 

ONE - Fun, Fun Fun!
We've got plenty of rainy day activities to keep guests of all ages amused. Parents, you can drop off the little ones at the KEE Kids Club and the KEE Games Room, where they can make new friends and join in games of table football, table tennis and of course video games as well as other supervised activities. And while the kids are making new friends, you can curl up with a good book on the sofa with your favourite drink or watch the latest sporting events on the wide screen TVs at KEE Drink.

TWO - KEE Drink

At the newly opened KEE Drink you're sure to find your favourite liquid companion to sip in comfort on the big sofas and at the bar. We've got teas and coffees from around the world and all sorts of fruity cocktail and non-alcoholic mocktail concoctions, plus a wide range of new- and old-world wines and international beers by the glass as well as various light foods and snacks.

THREE - Food Glorious Food

When it comes to serious dining experiences the Kee Resort has it all. There's all-day dining at the Kee Kitchen, serving buffet breakfast and then lunch and dinner with real Italian pasta and pizzas, an array of freshly-baked breads, daily chef's specials plus of course a mouthwatering menu of real Thai cuisine with a contemporary twist. You can use the in-room Entertainment Center to browse the week's set menu of combo of favourites from around the world. Kee Kitchen is open 6.30am to 11pm.

FOUR - Dining Under the Stars

Even though it's the rainy season, you can still dine under the stars at night at the KEE Sky Lounge, serving a variety of steak dinners, other exotic dishes, creative cocktails and wines on the 7^th floor, overlooking Patong Beach and giving you a spectacular sunset show over the bay. Open 5.30pm until midnight.

FIVE - Yes We Can!

At the Kee Resort we know that it's not just the food and facilities that keeps guest coming back again and again. It's the smiles and friendly service you'll find wherever you go and whoever you meet at the Kee Resort. Look out for staff wearing their 'Yes We Can!' badges. We're ready to help you with any request, any time.

Emergency Procedures at The Kee Resort & Spa

Emergency Procedures at The Kee Resort & Spa

Don't Panic

Tsunami warning announcements are primarily a precautionary measure to ensure people have plenty of time to prepare in the rare event that a tsunami wave may be heading towards the island.

The most recent tsunami warning on April 11 was due to an earthquake which occurred about 300 miles from Phuket and was reported immediately to stations monitoring the Indian Ocean, giving people in Phuket at least 2 hours notice.

Fortunately the resulting wave measured only 10cm high.

We are Prepared

However, in the event of a genuine threat from natural disaster or otherwise, staff at The Kee Resort & Spa are well trained to deal with emergency situations.

In the event of a tsunami warning, The Kee Resort offers a safe haven for the public in the Patong Beach area, including non-guests or guests of other hotels.

Kee Resort staff will be on hand to direct people in an orderly manner to the safest area.

Staff will also check every guest room to ensure all guests are safe and their valuables secure.

Tsunamis Are Rare

Again, please rest assured that the tsunami warning system is designed to give people plenty of time to prepare if an earthquake occurs anywhere in the Indian Ocean so in the unlikely event that you experience a tsunami warning, please remain calm and follow the instructions of The Kee Resort 7 Spa staff.

Corporate Social Responsibility Goes Green as The Kee Resort Joins Green Leaf Project

The Kee Resort & Spa in Patong is one resort in Phuket dedicated to preserving the island's natural beauty by reducing environmental impact with green awareness policies and energy-saving technology.

Solidifying its commitment to corporate social responsibility (CSR) as a green hotel, the Kee Resort & Spa registered in February to join the Green Leaf Project, which is recognized globally as a driving force in promoting environmentally-friendly practices and procedures in the service industry.

In line with the resort's commitment to Green Leaf initiatives, many policies are already in place throughout the hotel.

In guest rooms, for example, SelecTV technology dramatically reduces the need for paper. Guests can get most of the information they need during their stay at the resort via the TV, including the latest promotions, and they can even check their bill in real time, without the hotel having to print a single piece of paper.

Other energy-saving technology installed throughout the Kee Resort includes highly efficient LED lighting, which can be controlled by a switchboard in guest rooms – using up to 90% less power and lasting much longer than conventional lighting.

The hotel's kinetic elevators store the energy they produce when going down, then use that stored energy to power the elevator when going back up.

And behind the scenes, batteries and other items are recycled, and heat-exchange technology saves energy by using the heat exhaust from the air conditioning system to heat water.

All these green ingredients are great examples of how green technology can reduce energy use while actually enhancing the guest experience, while also keeping costs low and saving the environment.

Welcome to the Kee Resort Blog, where you can keep up to date with the latest news and views from the trendiest hotel along Patong Beach.

Located in the heart of Patong and completed just over a year ago, the Kee Resort & Spa is the only hotel along Patong Beach front to offer walk-through access between Patong Beach road and the pubs, bars and discos along Soi Bangla.

The Kee Plaza is a unique boutique shopping venue, where you can find a refreshing range of designer garments, accessories, ornaments, art and furniture.

The hotel itself offers a range of room types in various colour schemes, from deluxe and poolside  rooms to honeymoon suites, surrounding a lagoon-like swimming pool, plus a plethora of dining options, including: a buffet of Italian fusion cuisine at the Kee Kitchen (6am – 11pm); the rooftop Kee Sky Lounge (5.30pm – midnight) offering steak dinners, cocktails and wines from around the world with a sunset view across Patong Bay; and Kee Le Note (10am – 11.30pm), offering coffees and teas from around the world accompanied by cakes, pastries and sandwiches.

The latest celebrities to take time out at the Kee Resort were participants in the Miss Czech 2012 beauty pageant. The 12 Miss Czech finalists and film crew used the Kee Resort as a backdrop for photo shoots ahead of the contest later this year.

With everything we've got planned for the year ahead, rest assured that there's always something special going on at the Kee for every special occasion on the calendar.

With romance in the air for Valentine's Day on February 14^th, we've got some special spa treatments on offer, plus a sensual dining experience under the stars at the Kee Sky Lounge on the rooftop. 

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Greeting Guests With Green Awareness at The Kee Resort & Spa

The Kee Resort & Spa in Patong is one resort in Phuket dedicated to preserving the island's natural beauty by reducing environmental impact with green awareness policies and energy-saving technology.

In the guest rooms, Select TV technology dramatically reduces the need for paper. Guests can get most of the information they need during their stay at the resort via the TV, including the latest promotions, and they can even check their bill in real time, without the hotel having to print a single piece of paper.

Energy-saving technology has been installed throughout the resort. Highly efficient LED lighting, which can be controlled by a switchboard in guest rooms, uses up to 90% less power than conventional lighting and they last longer.

The hotel's kinetic elevators store the energy they produce when going down, then use that stored energy to power the elevator when going back up.

And behind the scenes, batteries and other items are recycled, and heat-exchange technology saves energy by using the heat exhaust from the air conditioning system to heat water.

All these green ingredients are great examples of how green technology can reduce energy use while actually enhancing the guest experience, while also keeping costs low and saving the environment.