How to Celebrate Songkran this year !

[CharlieH]

 

 

Songkran, Thailand's beloved New Year festival, is just around the corner, offering the perfect opportunity for a family reunion or holiday getaway. The holiday is eagerly anticipated by both locals and tourists. If you're planning a trip during this busy time, why not make your travel experience worry-free by booking with 12Go?

Whether you're new to Thailand or a frequent traveller, 12Go ensures booking your tickets for trains, buses, flights, or ferries is quick and hassle-free.

 

Traditional Songkran celebrations

 

No Songkran experience is complete without partaking in some cultural traditions that make this festival so special.

• Song Nam Phra: On April 13, the first day of Songkran, locals perform Song Nam Phra, a ritual where scented water is poured over Buddha images to symbolise purification and a fresh start for the new year. This tradition, dating back to the Sukhothai era, is not only a spiritual ritual but also part of the water fights that follow.

• Visit a Temple: Visiting a local temple during Songkran is a meaningful way to connect with Thai culture. Many families wake up early to offer alms to monks, earning merit for the new year. Whether you prepare a full meal or purchase simple offerings, the gesture of giving is what's most important.

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Where to celebrate Songkran’s water fights

Songkran is known for its epic water fights, and Thailand has no shortage of exciting locations to join in the fun. With 12Go, you can easily book travel to these destinations.

• Bangkok: For a full-on Songkran experience, head to Bangkok, where the streets, including Khao San Road, Silom, and Siam, come alive with water fights and music festivals from April 13 to 15. 

• Pattaya: While most places wrap up the festivities by April 15, Pattaya keeps the celebration going. Beach Road is transformed into a lively area with plenty of water-fighting action. Tickets from Bangkok to Pattaya on 12Go start at just 164 baht.

• Chiang Mai: Known for its charm, Chiang Mai offers a more traditional experience during Songkran. You can visit ancient temples while enjoying the festive atmosphere. Tickets from Bangkok to Chiang Mai on 12Go start at just 278 baht.

• Phuket: The southern island province offers endless beach fun along with its iconic water fights. Head to Old Phuket Town, Bangla Road, and Patong Beach for the best Songkran action. Tickets from Bangkok to Phuket on 12Go start at just 784 baht.

 

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• Convenient booking: Booking tickets on 12Go is quick and easy, especially for travellers unfamiliar with the local language.

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No matter your choice, Songkran in Thailand is an unforgettable experience. Ready to join in the fun? Book your trip with 12Go today!

 

 

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[Crossy]

We will (as usual) stay home during the celebrations.

 

We will have many family members and a couple of Western friends who want to avoid the madness staying with us.

 

The youngsters (and some not-so-youngsters) will be dispatched along with a minder (probably yours-truly) to the local water fight area for a thorough soaking of course. 

 

The "oldies" (that also means me) will be going to the local wat for a traditional water pouring, of course that usually ends with a large bucket of icy, but holy, water  

 

 

 

 

[lungbing]

I'll stock up and hibernate.

[flyingtlger]

Go to he Philippines.....

 

[it is what it is]

 

anywhere but here

[garygooner]

Supermarket early morning, and then stay home until I have to visit the local market in the evening. My Songkran splashing days are well and truly over. 

[daejung]

Hello,

 

I intended to flee bangkok during Songran April 13-15th and go to Pattaya, thinking Songkran there was only on April 19th but some thai told me Songkran was on 13-15th too.

 

What is your experience ?

 

Last year I went to Pattaya on 19th, not knowing Songkran would be on that day, the Jomtien Bus station was closed and the bus from airport had to stop at Northern Terminal. It took  4 hours to get to my hotel in Jomtien and I was as wet as someone having a shower all dressed up, My wallet and all inside of it was wet. Happily I could protect my passport and notebook !

 

I don't want  to live that again