Get Wet!

Today kicks off the three-day Thai New Year celebration known as Songkran. Traditionally, the festival involves gently pouring water over the hands of others, as well as Buddha statues, as a gesture of purification and cleansing. In more recent times, however, the celebration has turned into an all out widespread water fight. If you happen to be in places like Bangkok or Chiang Mai, plan on get completely drenched with water, or better yet, grab your Super Soaker and join in the fun!