Dusit Thani Dubai celebrates the Thai New Year 'Songkran' in Dubai

Thailand adopted the tradition from the ancient Brahmins in India who believe that the sun re-enters Aries and completes orbiting around the earth on April 13.

April 13 is celebrated by all Thais throughout the country, the festival lasts for 3 days. It is tradition that prior to the New Year, people will clean their houses in hope of casting away any bad luck and welcome good fortune.

Guests celebrate Songkran with the staff of Dusit Thani Dubai with the 'water ceremony', one of Thailand's most cherished traditions, along with captivating Thai performances from different regions of Thailand.

Joining the festivities will be His Excellency, Karn Chiranond, Thai Ambassador, Mr Pasan Teparak, Thai Consul General, Ms. Areej Hawamdeh, The Jordanian Consul General and Mr. Robert Dunn, The American Trade Attaché.

This year Dusit Thai Dubai has extended the Songkran celebration throughout the month of April. 'Dusit Songkran Splash' campaign encourages travellers to stay at Dusit Thani Dubai with benefits that include: an Amercian Breakfast for 2 persons, late checkout till 6pm, 30% discount on food and beverage at Dusit's signature Royal Thai Restaurant, Benjarong restaurant, a complementary bottle of Bateel and a Songkran kit.