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Apr 2, 2026, 7:42 AM·3 views

Thai Songkran Holiday Spending Set for Biggest Drop Since 2022

Thailand’s Songkran festival — the country’s biggest annual celebration of water fights, homecomings and holiday spending — will be more subdued this year as rising costs weigh on consumers. Thailand’s Songkran…

Thai Songkran Holiday Spending Set for Biggest Drop Since 2022

Thailand’s Songkran festival — the country’s biggest annual celebration of water fights, homecomings and holiday spending — will be more subdued this year as rising costs weigh on consumers.

Thailand’s Songkran festival — the country’s biggest annual celebration of water fights, homecomings and holiday spending — will be more subdued this year as rising costs weigh on consumers.

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