Celebrate the Magic of Christmas and New Year at Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach

A tropical festive escape filled with family activities, exceptional dining and memorable celebrations by the Andaman Sea

PHUKET, Thailand, Oct. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach invites travelers to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with a festive season filled with joyful moments, delicious dining and unforgettable experiences. Set along the shores of Tri-Trang Beach, the resort offers a tropical setting for families, couples and friends to come together and welcome Christmas and the New Year in Phuket.

From festive family activities to spectacular holiday dining, guests can discover a variety of seasonal experiences designed to make every moment special. Children can enjoy cookie decorating, meet Santa Claus at the enchanting Santa Village, and take part in engaging activities throughout their stay, while the resort's festive atmosphere brings holiday cheer to guests of all ages.

Dining takes center stage with special Christmas and New Year buffet experiences at Beach Grill and Merchant Kitchen. Guests can look forward to an enticing selection of international favorites, premium roasted meats, fresh seafood, live cooking stations and indulgent festive desserts. Whether gathering for a joyful Christmas dinner or celebrating the final evening of the year, each dining experience offers an opportunity to share delicious food and meaningful moments with loved ones.

As the year draws to a close, the resort invites guests to welcome the New Year with a celebratory gala dinner, live music and entertainment, followed by a countdown to midnight and fireworks illuminating the Phuket sky.

Combining tropical surroundings, family-friendly experiences and festive dining, Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach offers a memorable destination for celebrating the holiday season. Guests are invited to explore the festive program and plan their holiday escape by the Andaman Sea.

For more information and festive experiences, visit:
https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/hktmb-phuket-marriott-resort-and-spa-merlin-beach/experiences/seasonal-events/

About Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach

Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach is located on Tri-Trang Beach, near Patong, Phuket. The resort features a range of accommodations, dining venues, recreational facilities and family-friendly experiences, offering guests an opportunity to discover the natural beauty and vibrant attractions of Phuket.

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Celebrate the Magic of Christmas and New Year at Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach

Celebrate the Magic of Christmas and New Year at Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach

Celebrate the Magic of Christmas and New Year at Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach

Celebrate the Magic of Christmas and New Year at Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach

HONG KONG, Oct. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- PhotonPay, a next-generation payment operating system, today announced that it has secured an Electronic Money Institution (EMI) licence from the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).

The licence enables PhotonPay to issue electronic money and provide regulated payment services in the UK within the scope of its authorisation. It further strengthens PhotonPay's local capabilities in the market and supports the company in delivering broader payment and treasury solutions for businesses operating globally.

The UK is one of the world's leading financial and commercial hubs, and an important gateway for businesses operating across Europe and international markets. As companies expand into more countries and regions, their financial needs are evolving beyond individual cross-border transactions toward more integrated management of accounts, collections, payouts, foreign exchange, cards and treasury operations.

For PhotonPay, entering a market means more than making products and services available. It requires building a local financial foundation that meets regulatory requirements and can support businesses over the long term. The EMI licence further strengthens PhotonPay's position in the UK and provides an important foundation for deeper connectivity with local banks, payment networks and the broader financial ecosystem.

JP, Global Head of Compliance at PhotonPay, said:

"Securing our UK EMI licence marks an important milestone in the continued expansion of PhotonPay's global regulatory footprint. Building a global payment operating system requires strong local regulatory foundations. This authorisation strengthens our ability to build for the long term in the UK, while supporting our continued expansion across more markets, currencies and payment networks. Ultimately, it enables us to deliver a more complete and efficient payment and treasury experience for businesses operating globally."

As businesses expand internationally, the financial infrastructure behind their operations remains highly fragmented. Different markets operate across distinct account structures, payment networks, currencies and regulatory frameworks, often requiring businesses to manage multiple financial institutions, payment providers and systems at the same time.

PhotonPay is building its next-generation payment operating system around this complexity. Through a unified technology platform, the company connects local financial capabilities across markets, enabling businesses to manage global accounts, collections, payouts, foreign exchange, cards and embedded finance more centrally while reducing the operational complexity created by multiple markets, currencies and systems.

Real commerce is the foundation of this operating system. By continuously expanding its regulatory coverage, banking relationships, payment networks and underlying technology infrastructure, PhotonPay aims to ensure that financial infrastructure can scale alongside a business as it enters new markets and grows internationally.

Since its founding, PhotonPay has continued to expand its global regulatory and local market capabilities through entities across major financial markets. Today, PhotonPay has secured nearly 30 payment licences and related regulatory authorisations worldwide, supporting capabilities across global accounts, collections, payouts, foreign exchange, cards and embedded finance.

The UK EMI licence represents another step in the continued development of PhotonPay's global regulatory network. Looking ahead, PhotonPay will continue to deepen its local regulatory and financial capabilities in key markets, connect more markets, currencies and payment networks, and advance the development of its next-generation global payment operating system.

About PhotonPay

PhotonPay is a next-generation payment operating system designed for businesses operating globally. Across global accounts, collections, payouts, foreign exchange, cards and embedded finance, PhotonPay connects banks, payment networks and local financial infrastructure to help businesses manage global money movement more efficiently and expand into new markets with greater operational simplicity.

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PhotonPay Secures UK EMI Licence, Advancing Its Global Payment Operating System