Thai Government Urges Safe and Respectful Songkran Celebrations Amid Concerns of Violence and Harassment
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On April 11th, 2024, Mr. Karom Phonphonklang, the Thai Deputy Government Spokesperson, called for the cooperation of all citizens to play water during the Songkran celebration safely and appropriately.
UNESCO registered the Songkran festival from...
Tourism Minister Addresses Songkran Confusion, Nationwide Events Clarified on TAT Calendar
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At 9:35 AM, on April 9th, 2024, Ms. Sudawan Wangsuphakijkosol, the Thai Tourism and Sports Minister, stated to the public regarding confusion among foreigners at the start of the Songkran Festival.
The Tourism and Sports...
Patong to Hold Songkran Water Music Festival on the BeachÂ
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The Patong Municipality will hold the Songkran Water Music Festival on the Beach 2024 events with water fighting from April 12th to April 14th at Patong Beach.
On April 12th from midday to...
Thailand Gearing up to Welcome Songkran Festival with Spectacular Events
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Thailand is gearing up to welcome the Songkran Festival with a spectacular lineup of events in Bangkok. The festival, marking the Thai New Year from April 11-15, will see the capital city come...
Annual Phuket Heroines’ Festival in Thalang is Underway – PHOTO TOUR
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The annual Phuket Heroines’ Festival in Thalang is underway. Historical performances started the festival on Wednesday night on March 13th which marks 'Thalang Victory Day'.
The Phuket Vice Governor Sophon Suwannarat led the opening...
Civil Aviation Office of Thailand Launches Additional Flights for Songkran Festival
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In a bid to tackle high airfare prices and enhance the travel experience during the Songkran festival, the Civil Aviation Office of Thailand (CAAT) has announced the addition of 38 new flights.
The move,...
March 2024’s festivals and events in Thailand
PRESS RELEASE:
Phanom Rung Light Phenomenon, Bun Phawet, Wai Kru Muay Thai Ceremony, National Thai Elephant Day, and Pattaya Music Festival are among many amazing events taking place around Thailand this month.
March 2024 in Thailand...
THAILAND EVENT: Let’s Go Fly a Kite!
PRESS RELEASE:
Get ready for kite season as winds from the Gulf of Thailand sweep in between February and April.
Here's some of the kite festivals taking place over the next weekends.
Pattaya International Kite On The...
Songkran 2024 Official Holidays Extended to Five Days
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In a bid to stimulate tourism during the upcoming Songkran festival, the Thai Cabinet has approved the addition of a special public holiday on April 12th, 2024. This decision extends the traditional Songkran...
Governor of Thai Tourism Authority Announces Plans for World Songkran Festival to Boost Tourism...
National—
On February 8th, 2024, Ms. Thapanee Kiatphaibool, the governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), gave a statement on a preparatory meeting for the World Songkran Festival in collaboration with the Ministry of...
