The Latest Breaking News from Songkran

Watch live: Thailand brings in new year with huge water fight in Bangkok

Watch live as people in Thailand ring in the new year with a giant water fight as part of the Songkran festival.

The Independent UK · Apr 13, 2023

Road safety tightened after Songkran travel kills 63 in 2 days

The total number of road deaths during the first two days of Songkran holiday travel rose to 63, the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) reported on Thursday.

Bangkok Post · Apr 13, 2023

Festival set to sizzle this year

Amid expectations of a livelier retail atmosphere this year than last, retail and wholesale operators in major regions of the country are working hard to plan various activities to stimulate spending during this year's Songkran festival.

Bangkok Post · Apr 12, 2023

Phuket expects big holiday boost

Visitors to Phuket during the Songkran Festival are expected to exceed those of 2019, with numbers 30% higher than before the pandemic, while authorities believe local tourism will generate 4.5 billion baht in revenue.

Bangkok Post · Apr 10, 2023

Sky-high goodies for kids flying Emirates

Just in time for the school break during Songkran, young holidaymakers on Emirates flights have more to celebrate with a new collection of playful amenities made from sustainable materials. The fun extras are suitable for babies and infants as well as children up to 12 years old, and all are…

Bangkok Post · Apr 10, 2023

Songkran flights up by 66%

Aeronautical Radio of Thailand (Aerothai) has said there will be 14,180 domestic and international flights during the Songkran holiday, an increase of 66% from the same period last year.

Bangkok Post · Apr 10, 2023

18 river sources unfit for Songkran

The Department of Pollution Control (PCD) has warned people not to use water from 18 sources during the Songkran holidays because of bacteria.

Bangkok Post · Apr 10, 2023

Over 5m people set to travel over Songkran holiday period

Some 5.1 million people are expected to travel during this year's Songkran Festival, generating over 23 billion baht in revenue -- a 26.3% increase from last year's figures.

Bangkok Post · Apr 9, 2023

Get drenched in Songkran celebrations

When it comes to Thai holiday celebrations, Songkran has the most disarming effect. By that, we mean revellers get wet and wild as they soak each other with water during the hottest month of the year. Songkran looks to come back with a vengeance too especially after a forced hiatus…

Bangkok Post · Apr 9, 2023

The 20 best Thai restaurants in London for Songkran, from Kiln to Kolae

From fragrant curries to succulent fried chicken, Ben McCormack names his favourite Thai restaurants in London

Evening Standard · Apr 7, 2023