Light The Water: How To Make The Most Of Your First Lantern Festival
Posted on: 15 August 2018
If you're going to be attending your first Light the Water festival, be prepared for an emotionally moving experience. Light the Water festivals are like nothing you've ever experienced before. Whether you're coming for the full day, or arriving in the evening to release your lanterns, the tips provided here will help you make the most of your experience.
Bring the Camera
When you're preparing for the festival, don't forget to pack your camera. You can make do if you forget just about everything else—including the camp chairs and the blankets. After all, you can just sit on the bare ground. However, if you don't have a camera to capture the moment, you'll regret it, especially once all the lanterns take to the sky. Not only that, but you'll want take pictures while you and your family are decorating your lanterns.
Leave the Dogs at Home
If you have dogs that usually travel with you, this is one event that you'll want to leave them at home for. During the festival, most people will be lighting campfires throughout the night, not to mention that each lantern will need to be lit before being set free for the journey into the night sky. The last thing you want is for your dog to get burned during the festival, or to break free from their leash and cause a problem with the lanterns.
Plan for Weather Changes
If you're going to be enjoying a full day's worth of festival activities, you'll need to plan for weather changes. The temperatures might be pleasant early in the day, but once nightfall comes, the temperatures might dip quite a bit. To make sure you're comfortable, it's best to dress in layers. It's also a good idea to bring a light jacket and a blanket to bundle up in while you're waiting to release your lanterns. If you're bringing your kids, don't forget to bring a few blankets and jackets for them, as well.
Come Prepared with a Purpose
Light the Water festivals are the perfect time to commemorate a special moment, or even the life of a loved one who has recently passed away. If you're coming to a Light the Water festival for the first time, be prepared to come with a purpose. Knowing who or what you'll be commemorating will help when you begin to decorate your lantern.
Don't let the opportunity pass you by. If you're going to be attending a Light the Water festival near you, the tips provided above will help you prepare for the experience of a lifetime.
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