The traditional Thai New Year celebrations start on April 13th and can run on for 4 or 5 days. Students attending summer school take part in a special ceremony at the school the day before the holidays start.
The Buddha images are brought out and the students pay respect by pouring rose scented water over them. Next, they pour a little water over the hands of their teachers who in return say a little blessing for them.
This scene is repeated all over the country in homes and temples.
Most migrant workers return to their home province during Song Kran to pay respect to their parents and grandparents. Samui people will also visit their local temples to make merit by bathing Buddha images and splashing a little water over monks.
Napasai’s guests will also be invited to celebrate this unique time of the year. Whether they are spending time with family, friends or loved ones, all Napasai guests will be invited to share the prayers and receive the blessing of the Buddhist monks in the hotel’s gardens, after pouring water on their hands as the tradition requests