Foreigners weigh staying in Pattaya for Songkran amid festivities, road chaos, and safety concerns

[Pattaya Mail] - 03/6/2025

PATTAYA, Thailand – Songkran, the traditional Thai New Year celebrated annually in mid-April, is renowned for its exuberant water festivities and cultural events. Pattaya, in particular, extends these celebrations, attracting both locals and international tourists. For 2025, the city has (…)



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