The alternative Full Moon Parties such as the Half Moon Party, Black Moon Party and the Shiva Moon Party on Koh Phangan are allowed again, but operators must strictly adhere to official rules and regulations.
Thailand: Songkran (video)
It's almost over, the Thai New Year or Songkran. Only in Pattaya it will continue for three more days, the official celebration is April 18, 19 and 20. To finish it off, another nice video about Songkran in Bangkok.
Songkran in Pattaya: Soi 7, part 2 (video)
Frans Amsterdam sent us the first images of Songkran in Pattaya. Hot off the press!
Songkran 2015 in Hua Hin
Sjaak really didn't like Songkran unless it concerns the traditional celebration. Still, his girlfriend persuaded him and he went to Hua Hin to celebrate Songkran, complete with a real water ballet. Read his report.
Songkran in Pattaya: Walkthrough Soi 7 (video)
Frans Amsterdam sent us the first images of Songkran in Pattaya. Hot off the press!
Official program Songkran celebration in Pattaya
With Songkran ahead, the Pattaya city government, in consultation with a number of agencies, has announced the program for the official celebration of Songkran, the water and rice festival on April 18, 19 and 20.
Loy Krathong: Chiang Mai airport scraps 112 flights
Chiang Mai airport canceled 112 flights next week and rescheduled 50 flights to avoid accidents during Loy Krathong. Revelers then always release large lanterns that pose a danger to aviation.
Loy Krathong in Chiang Mai (video)
In Chiang Mai, Loy Krathong is celebrated exuberantly, and in addition to the floating flower arrangements on the water, thousands of wishing balloons are also launched into the air. This creates beautiful images as you can see in this video.
Songkran was celebrated in the temple Wat Dhammapateep in Mechelen, Belgium.
Songkran one more time (video)
Today is the last day of Songkran. That is why we take a moment to reflect on the Thai New Year.
Songkran 2014: Water, foam, baby powder and road deaths
Thailand celebrated the first day of Songkran yesterday. Exuberant in some places, traditional in others. And like every year, traffic claimed its fair share of casualties. After two of the 'seven dangerous days', the death toll stands at 102.
Songkran: an exuberant party with a black edge
Last year, 373 Thais died in traffic with Songkran. Why can't we make it less, Spectrum, the Sunday supplement of the Bangkok Post, wonders.
Events & Festivals 2014 Thailand
There are numerous festivals and special events throughout the year in Thailand. Sometimes they are nationwide celebrations such as Songkran and Loy Krathong), but there are also events that focus on a city or province.
Calendar: International Balloon Festival 2013 Chiang Mai
Put December 7th and 8th in your diary so you can enjoy the Thailand International Balloon Festival 2013. It takes place at the Chiang Mai Gymkhana Golf Club, close to the city center.
Agenda: The Bangkok Street Show from December 7 to 8 at Lumpini Park
Put this in your agenda: The Bangkok Street Show from December 7 to 8 in Lumpini Park.
Fireworks Festival in Pattaya
Pattaya City will again be dominated by the International Fireworks Festival this year; this will be held from November 30 – December 1, 2013.
Agenda Loi Krathong Festival 2013: 10 – 20 November
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has announced that the Loi Krathong Festival 2013 will take place between November 10 and 20 in the following tourist destinations: Bangkok, Sukhothai, Tak, Chiang Mai, Ayutthaya, Samut Songkhram and Suphanburi.