Where to stay and how to enjoy Songkran, Thailand’s water festival on Koh Samui
Chaweng, Choeng Mon, Fisherman’s Village and Bophut all offer luxury villas for people attending Saturday’s new year events
It’s time to dig out and dust off your super soaker water guns. Songkran, Thailand’s world-famous water festival is nearly here.
The Thai New Year festivities begin this Saturday so check out where you should go and stay, what you need to do and wear to celebrate on the island of Koh Samui.
The basics
What to wear: you remember that ridiculous Hawaiian-style shirt your parents bought you on your last family trip?
Well, it’s time to present it to the world; the Hawaiian shirt is the unofficial top at Songkran and the louder and prouder it is, the more you will fit in.
Make sure you wear shoes with grip. Everything is going to get very slippery, and those flip-flops will not be staying on your feet.
What NOT to wear: do not wear white! As much as you may want to relive your university days, this is a religious holiday and not the time for a wet T-shirt contest. It’s also advisable not to wander around in your bathing suits all day.
What to bring: your childhood super soaker and, if you can’t find that, a bucket will do. Beyond that, pack as you would for the beach – a hat, sunglasses and waterproof sunscreen.
Rules of the game: