UAE, Japan, Laos, Thailand and more Celebrate Songkran 2025 with Centara Hotels & Resorts’ Global Thai New Year Festivities - Travel And Tour World (2025)

Thursday, April 10, 2025

As Songkran 2025 approaches, countries including the UAE, Japan, Laos, and Thailand are joining the celebration thanks to Centara Hotels & Resorts’ expansive international presence and commitment to sharing Thai culture worldwide. By hosting Thai New Year festivities across its global portfolio—from beachfront resorts in Dubai and island escapes in the Maldives to urban hubs in Osaka and Vientiane—Centara is turning its hotels into cultural bridges that bring the joyous spirit of Songkran to life for travelers everywhere. This global celebration allows guests across continents to experience the rich traditions, water-filled fun, and heartfelt hospitality that define Thailand’s most iconic festival.

As April dawns, families and travelers worldwide prepare to embrace the beginning of the holiday season. School vacations and the Easter long weekend present the perfect opportunity for cherished reunions and sunny escapes. In Thailand, the start of this joyful time is marked by a globally cherished festival: Songkran, the traditional Thai New Year celebration, known for its colorful energy, water battles, and rich cultural heritage.

Running annually from 13–15 April, Songkran radiates across Thailand’s vibrant cities and islands. From the spirited chaos of Bangkok’s Silom road parties to the reverent rituals of Chiang Mai’s old town and the beachside fun in Phuket and Koh Samui, Songkran’s spirit shines bright.

In 2025, Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s premier hotel operator, is ensuring that this festive spirit resonates far beyond the kingdom’s borders. Through a series of globally curated Songkran events, Centara is transporting the warmth, culture, and excitement of Thai New Year to its properties in Maldives, Japan, the UAE, Laos, and across Thailand.

Songkran Celebrations in the Maldives: Centara Mirage and Centara Grand

For travelers seeking a tropical Songkran experience, Centara Mirage Lagoon Maldives sets the scene with an immersive aquatic spectacle. This underwater-themed resort, famed for its expansive waterpark and longest lazy river in the Maldives, will host a joyful three-day celebration (13–15 April). Families can dive into:

• Exciting races down the lazy river
• Inflatable ball challenges and splash-filled pool parties
• Themed “Color Fun” marathons
• A lively Thai street food fair
• Silent discos and traditional Thai dance showcases

Guests of all ages are invited to soak up the magic of Thai festivities while surrounded by the natural beauty of the South Male Atoll.

Just a bridge away, Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives brings a more elevated Songkran vibe. The newly opened property will host:

• Thai mixology masterclasses for cocktail lovers
• Live DJ sets and saxophone performances at tropical pool parties
• Thai-style BBQ nights under the stars
• Social mixers and culinary feasts that invite guest interaction

Both resorts will join forces to create a shared festive spirit, emphasizing Songkran’s emphasis on connection and community.

Maldives’ Machchafushi Island Resort: Songkran on the Reef

Further south, Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, set within the stunning South Ari Atoll, offers active travelers a chance to pair reef explorations with Songkran revelry. Known for its award-winning dive sites and lush surroundings, this island retreat is turning its shoreline into a canvas for Thai celebration on 13 April with:

• A colorful beach parade
• Family-friendly beach games and contests
• An authentic Thai buffet dinner under the Maldivian stars

For those seeking a balance between nature and culture, this is a Songkran memory waiting to be made.

Centara Ras Fushi Maldives: Adults-Only Festivities

For couples and adult travelers, Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa Maldives offers an adults-only spin on Songkran. Here, intimacy meets festivity with a parade, water sports, and beach races during the day, followed by:

• A Thai street food fair
• Electrifying DJ sets under the moonlight
• Artistic performances capturing Thailand’s festive soul

It’s the perfect tropical interpretation of Thai New Year for romantic getaways.

Songkran in Japan: Thai Festivities Meet Osaka’s Skyline

In the heart of Osaka, Centara Grand Hotel Osaka will transport guests to Thailand’s festive streets on 13 April. The hotel will begin the day with a traditional Buddhist water blessing, a serene moment amidst the city’s modern skyline. Throughout the day, visitors will be delighted by:

• Thai street food kiosks serving authentic flavors
• Thai floral beverages and tea tastings
• Cultural performances from the North, South, East, and Central regions of Thailand
• Long drum dances and vibrant costumes
• Personalized celebration invitations placed in each guest room

Blending the warmth of Thai traditions with the modern precision of Japan, Centara Osaka crafts a cultural experience where heritage, flavor, and vibrant performances seamlessly come together.

Dubai Celebrates Songkran at Centara Mirage Beach Resort

Centara Mirage Beach Resort Dubai brings Songkran to the golden shores of the UAE with a full schedule on 14 April, designed for families and friends to reconnect through fun and culture. Highlights include:

• Arts & crafts workshops at the resort’s kids’ hub, Camp Safari
• Poolside water basketball games
• A beach water festival for children
• A movie night at the beachfront cinema
• A special belly dancing performance celebrating the UAE’s own culture

This event-rich day allows guests to embrace Thai festivities while discovering the beautiful blend of Thai and Middle Eastern traditions.

COSI Hotels Spark Vibrant Songkran Celebrations in the Heart of Thailand and Laos

At COSI Hotels – Centara’s smart, budget-conscious lifestyle brand – Songkran is all about youth culture, freedom, and festive spirit. Travelers staying at COSI Vientiane, COSI Krabi, COSI Pattaya, and COSI Samui during the festival can expect:

• Urban-style water fights
• DJ-driven pool parties
• Icy refreshments and Thai snacks
• Interactive guest activities encouraging connection

Songkran at COSI is perfect for millennial and Gen Z adventurers who want to splash, dance, and vibe with fellow travelers.

Songkran Returns to Thailand with Centara’s Grandest Offerings

Thailand remains the true soul of Songkran, and Centara’s premier destinations across the country are set to host some of the most vibrant and unforgettable festivities of the year.

Centara Reserve Samui: A Cultural Odyssey

On 13 April, the exclusive beachfront escape Centara Reserve Samui will present a day steeped in meaning. The experience begins with a morning almsgiving ritual, allowing guests to make merit by offering food to local monks. Guests can then take part in:

• A traditional long drum parade through the resort
• Cultural storytelling brunches
• Thai heritage menus featuring dishes like grilled banana leaf sea bass and tom yum seafood
• A “Songkran Market Feast” on 14 April, showcasing regional Thai specialties paired with traditional music and performances

It’s an immersive journey through Thailand’s history and flavors, perfect for travelers who seek substance and soul.

Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and Pattaya: Urban Celebrations

Centara’s city properties will host lively Songkran programs with splashing water battles, Thai food stations, street-style performances, and temple-style ceremonies in key cities such as:

• Centara Grand at CentralWorld, Bangkok
• Centara Riverside Hotel Chiang Mai
• Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya

Whether in the capital’s sky bars or Chiang Mai’s spiritual heart, Centara ensures that every guest feels the full spirit of Thai New Year.

UAE, Japan, Laos, Thailand, and more are celebrating Songkran 2025 as Centara Hotels & Resorts brings the Thai New Year to life across its international properties, showcasing Thailand’s rich culture through festive experiences worldwide.

Why Songkran 2025 at Centara Is the Ultimate Holiday Escape

Centara Hotels & Resorts is redefining what it means to celebrate Songkran by making it a worldwide festival. No matter where travelers find themselves this April – beneath the Maldivian sun, within Osaka’s skyline, on Dubai’s golden beaches, or in the heart of Bangkok – Centara ensures that they will feel the sanook (joyful fun) of Thai culture.

Each destination uniquely honors Thailand’s New Year traditions, blending them with local ambiance and global hospitality. From family-friendly water games to luxury cocktail parties, from silent discos to temple ceremonies, the Songkran 2025 experience is one of diversity, joy, and connection.