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  • What to do in Bangkok this weekend (April 25 to 27)

    What to do in Bangkok this weekend (April 25 to 27)

    We’ve made it to the last weekend of April! This month has been nothing short of a kaleidoscope. Songkran soaked us, Easter brought the pastels, Earth Day brought us closer to nature, and the city’s galleries have been throwing open their doors for art exhibitions like it’s a full-time job. And just when you thought it might be time to…

  • What to do in Bangkok this weekend (April 18 to 20)

    What to do in Bangkok this weekend (April 18 to 20)

    If you think Bangkok is calming down post-Songkran, you’re mistaken. The city is calling your name this weekend, with its usual heady mix of parties, healing sessions, and art exhibitions. And if you don’t want to stay home to hide from the heat, here’s what to do in Bangkok this weekend (April 18 to 20). 7 Things to do in…

  • What to do in Bangkok this weekend (April 11 to 13)

    What to do in Bangkok this weekend (April 11 to 13)

    Bangkok is soaked in Songkran spirit this weekend, with water fights on every corner, soaked shirts, and tht chaotic joy only this city can pull off. But if you’re looking for something drier, slower, or just…different, there are also plenty to do this weekend. The city’s big enough for all kinds of events. From art openings to mellow brunches and late-night…

  • Best places to eat in Bangkok this Songkran (2025)

    Best places to eat in Bangkok this Songkran (2025)

    Songkran is here, and like it or not, you’re in it. If you’re joining the splash fest, you’ll need fuel, and the best kind is the delicious kind. But even if you’re skipping the water fights, Songkran Season is still the perfect excuse to get out and eat in Bangkok. Plenty of restaurants around the city are serving up special menus…

  • Where to celebrate Songkran in Bangkok [2025] | Thaiger

    Where to celebrate Songkran in Bangkok [2025]

    Songkran is coming, and Bangkok is about to lose its mind in the best possible way. It’s Thai New Year, sure, but forget champagne toasts and awkward midnight kisses. Here, it’s all about water, and no one is staying dry. You might start your morning participating in the tradition, such as gently pouring water over a Buddha statue or receiving…

  • Is it wise to go to Bangkok during Songkran?

    Is it wise to go to Bangkok during Songkran?

    Songkran, Thailand’s New Year festival held from April 13 to 15, is one of the most exciting times to visit Bangkok. The city is filled with water fights, music, and parades in areas like Khao San Road and Silom, while temples host traditional ceremonies for those seeking a cultural experience. But with the fun comes heavy traffic, large crowds, and…

  • Top 20 staycation hotels in Bangkok (2025)

    Top 20 staycation hotels in Bangkok (2025)

    Bangkok is a city that seduces. The streets flicker with neon, the air vibrates with the scent of grilled lemongrass, and somewhere, a jazz band is playing for a crowd that will stay out until dawn. But some days, the only thing that sounds right is staying in, floating in a pool with a skyline view, ordering room service in…

  • Where to stay in Bangkok this Songkran 2025: The best hotels

    Where to stay in Bangkok this Songkran 2025: The best hotels

    You are planning for Songkran in Bangkok, which is to say, you are preparing for three days of sanctioned chaos. From April 13 to 15, the city will not merely celebrate but dissolve into a state of euphoria, with water flying from buckets, from hoses, from the hands of strangers who, for these few days, become something more than strangers.…