Just because you’re hosting doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the party or festivities yourself. You don’t have to work yourself into a frenzy to be the consummate host or hostess – all you need is a bit of planning, some organization, and a few helpful tips! Whether you’re having a casual home party or planning an elegant soirée, here are tips from our experienced event organizer for hosting the perfect party.

1. Calculate How Many People You Should Invite

When figuring out your invite list, you’ll have to take into consideration how many people your place can comfortably fit. One easy method to figure this out is to left some space for comfortable and assume 15% of invitees wouldn’t becoming. If you know the exact number, that would be easy to prepare food and stuff. So while deciding on the guest list, try and call a group of your best friends and people who have some familiarity. But the rule of thumb that I follow is to pick a guest list wisely so that there are no forced conversations and misunderstood banters at the end.

2. Define your budget

Next up, decide how much you want to spend. This is really important because the cost can really add up when you impulse buy. The best way to avoid overspending is to set a budget and stick to it. How much should you spend on a party? This is up to you but once you’ve set your budget, the real planning can start!

3. Send Out Invitation

Be professional by just make sure you let your guest know when it will be a couple of weeks in advance so that they can save the date and avoid people making conflicting plans. Personalized invitations can be a nice little touch for every special occasion like a birthday, anniversary, engagement, or a baby shower. Online invitations is also a convenient way but feeling like receiving a charming paper invite can make your guest is much more special. Don’t forget the dress code which brings us to our next point…

4. Pick Your Theme

Themed parties aren’t just for kids! Themes are a simple way to make sure your party is a hit, whether you’re planning a small get-together or a sprawling celebration. One of the most exciting and fun-filled parties use a theme of some kind. Deciding on an interesting theme can inspire you to work out which meal, tableware, music, decorations, and drinks match your choice.  Set your own theme for the party such as Superhero, Glitter Gala, Neon Street, Gatsby, Hip-hop, Olympico, or simple like All white affair. If you are entertaining guests, it’s important that your house looks, smells, feels good, and sync with the theme.

5. Decide on the menu, buffets, and food bars

This is obviously dependent on the theme if you have one (Previous topic). The important thing is to know how much food to serve per person (Topic Number 1). Set a suitable time for serving a meal will help your party flow easier. The starter menu should start with an interactive appetizer and some drinks 45-60 mins before the main course is served. The appetizer that you serve should not be too filling and rather should get the conversation started. Choose recipes that you can prep earlier in the day or the night before, so you’re just popping them in the oven when it’s party time. Or ideally, go buffet style! We’ve got your covered.

6. Stock Up Your Bar with cold drinks

We all want our guests to enjoy the party, but think about the drinks that went out. Make sure you know what your guest most likely to drink. If not, Perhaps the perfect formula for meeting all guests’ alcohol desires during a party: 50% beer, 25% wine, and 25% liquor. Prepare some of the basic drinks for every home bar: vodka, rum, whiskey, gin, and tequila will help your party flows till the end. For wine drinkers, use a wine calculator to buy the right amount of bottles. Whether you are planning on having a full bar, or just beer and wine, a signature cocktail can add a personal touch!

7. Set the Mood with Music and Lighting

Nothing makes a party or get together like good music. Open a simple soundtrack when your first guest arrives, they don’t feel like they’ve stumbled in too early. When starting the party, several apps let your guests contribute to the party playlist so you don’t have to play DJ the whole time. After your get get-together, you need to make sure the DJ keeps them there. DJ will help your party much more fun so you don’t need to worry about the music. A good DJ will read the room, know exactly what your guests want, and give it to them, 90’s, Pop, Rock, EDM.

You may not think of lighting when you plan to set the party. Make your place even more party-worthy with LED deck lighting or fairy lights because this helps your guests to get together and change the mood. Make sure that your lighting reflects the overall ambiance of your party – choose dimmer lighting for a cozy get-together.

8. Stay Relaxed

Leave yourself an hour before guests arrive to freshen up, slip into something party-ready and light some candles for added ambiance. This creates a welcoming atmosphere from the moment you open the door with a big smile and cocktail in hand, of course. Don’t forget that, as the host, you set the tone, so a relaxed attitude will bring out the same in your guests.

9. Put safety first

Parties give people a chance to get together, socialize, and have fun where alcohol come into the mix, risky behavior becomes more likely. A responsible host or hostess puts safety first, no matter the type of party they’re throwing. Make sure your home insurance policy is up to date and includes liability coverage so that you’re covered in case a guest is injured on your property.

10. Think of the end of the party.

If you host the party, walking away from the big stack of plates as if they weren’t there will make your guests feel more relaxed after the dinner has finished. If you rush off to deal with the mess, guests may feel compelled to help you or leave early. Plan about the late party if your guest using public transportation. Are people staying in hotels? or Can they get a taxi from your place? Having these plans in place will also make you look like a super thoughtful host. Left these topics with us, our staff will take care all about cleaning and take care of your guest as one of our family.

There are plenty of Restaurants at Chao Praya Riverside which spoil their guests with breathtaking views and delicious dishes. Each place has its own features, style of serving, and service, so we collect 10 different styles of Best Restaurants at Chao Praya Riverside for you. Please enjoy!

The Never Ending Summer

A stylish restaurant that was a riverside warehouse of an old factory, located at Khlong San area. It was turned into this fabulous restaurant, The Never Ending Summer, that offers an authentic Thai taste passed on from generation to generation.

More information: www.facebook.com/TheNeverEndingSummer

Chom Arun

A comfortable applied Thai-style restaurant near Tha Tien pier with an exclusive view of Wat Arun. The place where you can indulge fantastic vibes both day and night, watch the 180-degree view of the Chao Phraya River and the central prang (the pagoda in corn-cob shapes), and enjoy original Thai foods.

More information: www.facebook.com/chomarun

NAAM

NAAM restaurant is the best for dinner with lovers, has a good vibe with the environment along the Chao Phraya river. It is located opposite ICONSIAM. There are unique designs, Beach Bar style. On the second floor, you can experience a million views of the city.

RongSi Rimnaam @Lhong1919

RongSi, a restaurant from the Iberry,  located beside the Chao Phraya River serving a variety of Thai and seafood menus under the Authentic Thai Seafood concept. The restaurant replicates the atmosphere of the ancient Chinese rice mill.

More information: www.facebook.com/rongsibangkok

SEEN Restaurant & Bar Bangkok

SSEEN Restaurant & Bar Bangkok is a multi-story, multi-sensory playground overlooking the city skyline and Chao Phraya river. A modern Portuguese-Brazilian menu from celebrity chef Olivier da Costa is cooked to perfection and served up by Chef de Cuisine Alexandre Castaldi. Head to the lounge, deck, or stunning rooftop for sensual beats by Music Director Scotty B and worldly cocktails by the award-winning mixologist team.

More information: www.facebook.com/seen.restaurant.bar

The Deck by Arun Residence

A wooden Thai-style restaurant, The Deck by Arun Residence, overlooks the river against the majestic backdrop of the Rattanakosin skyline, serving a full A-la-carte breakfast, light lunches, and dinner daily. The feeling-like-home atmosphere will make your visit be the most impressive ever.

More information: www.facebook.com/Arunresidencehotel

Steve Cafe & Cuisine (Dhevet Branch)

At Steve Café & Cuisine, you will experience Thai food with the unique set menus in home-cook style. The expert chef serves every dish with full and fresh ingredients, herbs, and spices, to enjoy your meal at the restaurant. Moreover, the customer will see the stunning view of the Rama 8 bridge across the Chao Phraya River.

More information: www.facebook.com/stevecafeandcuisine

Sala Rim Naam

Sala Rim Naam serves a menu of outstanding Thai cuisine. The customers can also enjoy a set dinner menu accompanied by the city’s most spectacular cultural performance and Thai dance shows.

More information: www. facebook.com/chakrabongseprivatedining

Chakrabongse Villa Private Dining

This restaurant was Chakrabongse palace of Chakrabongse Bhuvanath, Prince of Bishnulok, located at Tha Tien Pier and it was turned to be a boutique hotel and private restaurant. Touch the unique royal style of dinner and special Thai traditional dish at romantic Chao Praya riverside by dining here need the reservation at least 1 day in advance.

More information: www. facebook.com/chakrabongseprivatedining

Aquatini Restaurant

The dining room in Navalai River Resort is at Phra Athit Road area and Chao Phraya Riverside. Contemporary décor and greenery outdoor vibe definitely can refresh your mood. International and Thai dishes are on the menu such as Stir-Fried Chicken with Lemongrass, Fried snapper topped with Thai herbs, roast leg of lamb with red wine, Sliced beef balsamic salad and etc.

More information: www.facebook.com/aquatini.bangkok

Sheepshankpublichouse

This modern loft restaurant with a mood and tone-setting was renovated from the old dock near Phra Athit pier. 5 Thai-American fusion course includes appetizer, salad, soup, main course, dessert, and seafood are ready to serve with soft drink and alcohol.

More information: www. facebook.com/Sheepshankpublichouse

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Chao Praya riverside’s area now has been developed to be several luxury, community, and lifestyle mall which is very interesting for people who is looking for a place to relax, join amazing activities and dining. Here we listed the features of each mall for you.

River City Bangkok

This is the place where you can find a number of Thai, Asian and international artifacts and antiques located at Chao Pyara riverside since 1985. Arts, painting, sculpture, handicraft, antiques, jewelry, home décor such as a table, closet, bed are on sale.  You can bid on some pieces of antiques and arts here as well.

Location: River City Pier, Khlong San

Getting Here: Car, Hotel Service Boat, Shuttle Boat, Private Boat

Address Information: 23 Soi Charoen Krung 24, Talat Noi Sub-district, Samphanthawong District Bangkok 10100

Opening hours: Monday – Sunday, 10.00 AM – 10.00 PM

Tha Maharaj

Brand new lifestyle mall where is a Riverside eatery, an urban oasis, and Art & Culture market. You will enjoy café, shopping, dining, taking a photo and all kinds of amusing activities here at Chao Praya riverside. Amusements, Mini concert or interesting event is often held here in Tha Maharaj’s multitask space.

Location: Tha Maharaj pier

Getting Here: Car, Public Bus, Hotel Service Boat, Shuttle Boat, Private Boat

Address Information: 1/11, Mahathat Alley, Maharat Road, Borom Maha Rat, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200

Opening hours: Monday – Sunday, 10.00 AM – 10.00 PM

Yodpiman River Walk

At the bend of Chao Praya watercourse is the location of trendy community mall where is next to Pak Khlong Talat or flower market and close to Phra Phuttha Yodfa Bridge. This Colonial Style complex has 6 buildings with each different objective and its own restaurant, lifestyle, handmade, and OTOP shop. You can go up to view point where is recommended for relaxation and a photoshoot.

Location: Pak Khlong Talat pier, Yodpiman River Walk

Getting Here: Car, Hotel Service Boat, Shuttle Boat, Private Boat

Address Information: 390/17 Soi Tha Klang, Chakkaphet Road, Wang Burapha Phirom Subdistrict, Phra Nakhon District, Bangkok 10200

Opening hours: Monday – Sunday, 10.00 AM – 10.00 PM

ASIATIQUE The Riverfront

This pier used to be Denmark’s East Asiatic Company (Thailand) property that has exported teak wood since 1884 or 130 years so far. It has been renovated to be a place to hang out at night in the same name. There are now 1,500 shops with a giant Ferris wheel which has been called Bangkok Eye and easy to be spotted.

Location: ASIATIQUE Pier

Getting Here: Car, BTS Skytrain, BRT Bus, Hotel Service Boat, Private Boat

Address Information: 2194 Charoenkrung Road, Wat Phrayakrai District, Bangkok Laem, Bangkok 10120

Opening hours: Monday – Sunday, 10.00 AM – 10.00 PM

ICONSIAM

The most luxurious great shipping mall in Thailand at the moment goes to ICONSIAM without a doubt. ICONSIAM has built to be New Global Destination or Choa Praya riverfront international shopping complex. You can dine in fancy restaurants and buy some interesting items sorted the best from Japan and each area of Thailand.

Location: ICONSIAM Pier

Getting Here: Car, BTS Skytrain, Public Bus, Iconsiam Shuttle Bus, Shuttle Boat, Hotel Service Boat, Private Boat

Address Information:  299 Soi Charoen Nakhon 5 Charoen Nakhon Road Khlong Ton Sai, Khlong San Bangkok 10600

Opening hours: Monday – Sunday, 10.00 AM – 10.00 PM

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Chao Phraya River is rich in arts and cultures the way you cannot see in anywhere else in the world. Ancient architecture and temples standing for hundred years are waiting for visitor to pay respect to beautiful Buddha image inside. Let’s get to know 9 riverside temples you can visit in one day by luxury yacht.

Wat Yannawa

Wat Yannawa was used to name Wat Khok Khwai or buffalo’s stall in Thai. Big barque boat is located in the temple attract a lot of tourists. Moreover, this boat was built for instruction of King Rama III. The boat was made of ferro-concrete with has 2 pagodas instead of masts which was reproduced from the real one appeared in Thai history. This mean you cannot find this kind of boat easily nowadays. You can also walk up to watch sacred item on it.

Wat Prayurawongsawas Warawihan

This is one of the most ancient temples in Thailand which was built in King Rama III’s period. The locals know it as Wat Rua Lek or iron fence temple in Thai since in the beginning, there was an imported iron fence from England for king’s palace but King Rama III didn’t like it so it was moved to be the temple’s fence instead. Thai’s style Buddhist temple, imitated mountain, where living so many turtles, big cannon monument, museum where showcases Buddha’s relics from Sri Lanka.

Wat Kalyanamitr

This temple’s name, main royal building and principle Buddha image, the great Luang Pho To, were given by King Rama III. This royal building has beautiful painting on its wall telling religious beliefs and locals’ tale. There are pagoda which was made of stone imported from China and the biggest bell in Thailand, both located in the area of the temple.

Wat Arun Ratchawaramahawihan

This famous has the other name as Wat Chaeng and full of fine arts and architectures from Ayutthaya era. The great stupa decorated with glazed tile from China is not the only one thing most attractive. White and green impressive giant guarded at the temple’s door express Chinese art with colorful glazed tile and big bat.

Wat Rakhang Khositaram Woramahawihan

One of beautiful Chao Praya riverside temple from Ayutthaya era. Ancient bell was discovered in the temple area, so this is why it is called Wat Rakhang or Bell temple in Thai.  You can explore golden palace and religion library of King Rama I with delicate and breathtaking painting.

Wat Amarintharam

This temple was called Wat Bang Wa Noi before King Rama I has named it ‘Wat Amarintharam’. The historical attitude of subduing Mara is located in the building. There is a story telling makes locals have a faith in this place that this temple got no harm even the bomb was drop to destroy the whole area.

Wat Kharueha Bodi

Wat Kharueha Badi is one of the beautiful temple with Rama III era’s architecture. All the buildings in this temple area was inspired by outstanding Chinese arts, and Buddha statue was also inspired by Chiang Saen or north of Thailand’s arts.

Wat Thewarat Kunchorn Worawiharn

This temple was established to be the royal one and given name by King Rama IV. Arts of Rattanakosin era features in every corner and painting inside the building, and Sino-Portuguese teak wooden building which is the museum is also something you cannot miss.

Wat Rajadhiwas Viharn

Riverside temple which was renovated for so many time in each Chakri’s era. It’s also well-known as origin of Dhammyuttika clergy which is one that intended to revive Buddhism in Thailand. Sermon hall which is made of teak wood with gorgeous wall panting.

Cruising along the Chao Praya River is one of the popular activities. The wind through your hair, the view flashing by and the boat rocket to the surface of the water make your heart stumbling. There still be 6 things waiting for you when you are on board.  

Sightseeing 

The view of both sides of the Chao Praya River is one thing you must see when you are cruising in Thailand. You will see the local’s lifestyle, temples, and 100 years building alongside with modern ones. Every bridge is linking between lands with some people who love fishing. Various kind of boat’s traffic is very interesting and enjoyable to watch. Grab your favorite drink and enjoy them!

Taking a Photo 

Tourist landmark at Chao Praya’s riverside you can take a nice photo with such as ASIATIQUE, ICONSIAM, Wat Arun and Tha Maharaj which is very attractive from the morning until nightfall. We recommended you to explore the church, chapel or religious place around and take some nice photos as your new good memories. A shot on the motion luxury yacht is recommended as well if you would like to reach more likes on your social media.   

Temples Visiting

Visiting temples, making merit, and paying respect to Buddha are also must be added to your to-do list when you plan to take a cruise. The temples around the Chao Praya River are rich in culture and ancient art such as Wat Kanlayanamit, Wat Arun Ratchawararam, Wat Rakhang Khositaram Woramahawiharn, Wat Amarintharam and etc. This is a chance for visiting 9 temples in one day trip in Bangkok, Nonthaburi, or Pathumthani.

Fish Feeding

Feeding fish is a popular thing to do among Thai and foreign tourists since it’s one of the famous unseen Thailand. Temple where is on the riverside normally sets up a small and clean port for the visitor to feed plenty of fish lives while savoring the river view. They have fish food for sale so don’t worry if you forget to bring some! 

Shopping

There is great community mall along the riverside either like ASIATIQUE and Tha Maharaj where you can enjoy the view with no rush and buy some stuff, or you can go shopping all day at the mall like ICON SIAM which offers you a lot of product imported 500 brand names’ products from Japan, so make sure your credit card is ready!

Dinning

Chao Praya river is full of famous riverside restaurants, fancy to street one. You can choose local, Chinese, international, or Thai food where are open all day and night. One of the most dining experience is aboard a luxury yacht with the cozy breeze, wonderful light, and delicious dish can take you to another level. This is highly recommended for your special date with your loved ones. 

Chao Praya river presents Thailand’s culture and local life from the past until now. Cruising along this well-known river can be one of the best memory and activities of your Thailand trip you cannot miss. Explore the real sensation more than these words by cruising with Khana Yacht Charter!