She’s the one who made sure your food wasn’t hot enough to burn your tongue and put a band-aid on your knee when you fell down. She’s the one who fed you when you were hungry, cared for you when you were sick and gave you an allowance. She helped you with your homework and made sure you wore the perfect dress to your first dance. She’s the first one who cheered you and made sure you grew up happy and able. Most of all, mum’s the one whose hugs made you feel like everything was alright, and that nothing bad would ever happen. Why not gift your mother new memories while you reminisce about the old? Treat your mum to a Mother’s Day holiday. Take her and the rest of the family on an unforgettable trip to Bali or Thailand. Need some inspiration? We’ve got you covered.

Bali

Give Her Breakfast in Bed

In Bali, spoil your mum first thing in the morning by arranging for the villa staff to serve her breakfast in bed. Imagine a basket of freshly-baked croissants served with French butter. Or local delights like a lip-smacking Mie Goreng (fried noodles). Your mom is sure to love the slow start to her day. 

Take a Cooking Class Together

Venture to the market in Ubud to pick vegetables and meat. Chat with local farmers and observe the townsfolk going about their daily activities. Then, take an authentic Balinese cooking class inside a traditional Balinese house. Discover the way the local life – and enjoy the food you all have made together. Your Villa Manager can arrange all this and more. Or get in touch with the Elite Concierge and we will take care of the rest. 

Pamper Her With Spa Treatments

What better way to say ‘This is your day’ than pampering at the spa? From reflexology to a scalp massage and even a facial, we can arrange for some serious pampering in the comfort of your villa. Just let the Elite Concierge know what you want and professional therapists will come to your villa at the designated time for hours of indulgence. Even dad won’t be able to resist a session of foot reflexology. 

High tea – credit@metis_bali

Have a Heart to Heart Over Tea

It’s your turn to listen to mum. Take it all in as she lets it all out. Why not do it over tea? Metis is one of the most well-loved venues for high tea in Bali. The experience at Metis includes rice paddy views and a relaxed and elegant vibe in an expansive, tasteful space. Or ask the villa staff to arrange an elegant high tea by the poolside in your villa. These little details can make your Mother’s Day holiday extra special. 

Phuket and Koh Samui

Bouquet credit@sun-sentinel.com

Surprise Her with a Giant Bouquet

Flowers are everywhere in Koh Samui. Ask your Villa Manager or Concierge where to get the best assortment. If it’s orchids she loves, drop by one of Koh Samui’s garden centres and get her a potted variety.

Shop for Silk

Thai silk and other textiles line the sides of Thalang Road in Phuket’s Old Town. The quaint, narrow boulevard is full of numerous shopping attractions and restaurants. You can spend the whole day just browsing and absorbing the local culture. Treat mum to something Batik and local. It is the perfect souvenir to take home from your Mother’s Day holiday.

  • Big Buddha – Phuket

  • Wat Chalong – Phuket

  • Wat Plai Leam – Koh Samui

Go Temple-Hopping

Whether it’s to give thanks to the gods or simply to absorb local culture, temple-hopping in both Phuket and Koh Samui are popular and lovely activities. In Phuket, many mothers go to the temple to pray for their children. The most famous temples and shrines are Wat Chalong, Wat Phra Thong, Wat Mai Khao, Wat Mongkol Nimit, Wat Sirey and Jui Tui. In Koh Samui, check out Big Buddha Temple, Wat Plai Laem and Wat Khunaram. 

Memorialise Your Trip

Strolling along Thalang Road, going kayaking, heading to the salon, eating to your heart’s content – these are priceless memories you’re making. Both Phuket and Samui have professional photographers you can hire for a photoshoot or venture around town with you. 

 

Want to plan a Mother’s Day holiday the family will remember?  No matter how picky you are, one of our gorgeous family villas is likely to check all the boxes.