The Backpacker’s Thai New Year

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Liam was a seasoned traveler who thought he had seen it all. That was until he found himself in Chiang Mai during Songkran, Thailand’s New Year celebration. He had no idea the festival was essentially a giant water fight. On the first day, armed with a small water gun, Liam ventured into the streets, only to be ambushed by locals and tourists alike. Over the next three days, he experienced pure joy as strangers sprayed him with water, smeared his face with chalk, and wished him good luck for the year ahead. Through this chaotic yet heartfelt tradition, Liam realized the importance of embracing spontaneity and letting go of control, returning home with a renewed zest for life.

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