Taking place on the 12th month in the traditional Thai lunar calendar, the full moon festival sees Thais gathering around lakes and rivers to pay their respects to the water spirits by floating candles and joss sticks – becoming one of the most beautiful and picturesque festivals in Thailand.
Skyscannner's top three destinations to enjoy the Loy Krathong Festival are:
1. Chiang Rai (up to 47.3% cheaper) – The northernmost province of Thailand, Chiang Rai is an ancient province with a rich history. Surrounded by mountains, it is the perfect place to watch the full moon in the winter.
2. Surat Thani (up to 38.7% cheaper) – Famous for its beautiful beaches, Thais are known to float 'krathongs' on the river. In addition, Koh Pha Ngan and Koh Samui in Surat Thani are home to Thailand's famous full moon parties, which are scheduled to take place on November 25.
3. Ubon Ratchathani (up to 43.2% cheaper) – One of the best places to enjoy the full moon thanks to its location on the bank of the Mekong River. Ubon Ratchathani offers travellers a unique experience when watching the sunset followed by the rise of the full moon at midnight.
"These three destinations underline the extraordinary variety that Thailand offers as a destination," said Grace Areerat, Marketing Manager for Thailand, Skyscanner. "From mountains to beaches and rivers, travellers can choose their favourite destinations to bask under the welcoming glow of the full winter moon."
"We can of course expect heightened travel demand during the festival and prices can be quite volatile so customers need to understand that they may be taking a gamble by leaving booking too close to their departure date," Grace added. "To ensure a seamless travel experience, travellers can sign up for a price alert service on desktop and mobile to receive email notifications as prices drop, helping them find the best time to book to get the optimum price."
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