Have you ever seen a city filled with streets of adults and children alike, holding onto water pistols as they hose each other down in a friendly fight? Well, there’s no better place to see this than Luang Prabang, Laos. Mid April in Laos is the hottest times of the year; however, it is also the month when the country comes alive as Pi Mai, the Lao New Year, comes around.
You may have heard of this festival under different names, such as Songkran as it is widely celebrated in South East Asia and some nearby regions. Personally having celebrated it in Luang Prabang, I think this is the perfect place for a balance between party, getting a glimpse into century-long traditions and getting to meet some locals. But, no matter where you decide to celebrate, you should definitely add this festival to your travel bucket list.