Thailand is known for its amazingly skilled spa therapists and a long history when it comes to spa treatments. Chiang Mai is like any other city in Chiang Mai, speaking an abundance of spas awaiting you here. Before you start researching, let us help and show you the 7 best spas in Chiang Mai: Fah…
Charoen Muang is an area lesser known by visitors since most people stay around the Old City or Nimmanhaemin. This quartier starts at Narawat Bridge on the other side of the Ping River and is also the starting point of the same named road. Although Charoen Muang doesn’t boast lots of cultural and sightseeing points,…
Chiang Mai’s international food scene is impressive – you can find lots of different influences here, from French over German to Korean and Spanish. Already know what you’re craving or need some inspiration? Let’s have a closer look at seven fantastic international restaurants here in Chiang Mai: Auf der Au – German Looking for solid…
Parts of Changklan are best known for the daily occurring Night Bazaar, but what about other areas? Especially those not open at night? Although not the biggest quarter in Chiang Mai, Changklan has a few things which are worth highlight here: Museums & Shopping Art in Paradise Art in Paradise is a stunning illusion art…
Chang Puak is a lovely neighbourhood located around the northern part of the moat and consists of various restaurants, hostels and markets. Free Bird Café Free Bird Café is a vegetarian restaurant specialized in Burmese cuisine and popular among expats and young travellers. The upper floor serves as learning centre for children, primarily kids whose…
Thapae is one of Chiang Mai’s most popular areas – it’s here where most travellers usually get their first taste of Chiang Mai. While the square around Thapae Gate is mainly used for various markets and events, the surrounding sois are home to accommodations of all types – you can find anything from guest houses…
Chiang Mai has so many things to offer, from beautiful temples over colourful markets to action packed adventures, bars, restaurants and coffee shops. Many visitors are just too busy following their guide books and often miss out the real gems. , Chiang Mai has numerous hidden spots which most of the people, even expats, don’t…
Chiang Mai is not only a place for individuals and couple travellers, but an exciting destination for adventurous families that love outdoor actions, paired with cultural trips and sports. The wide array of captivating activities ranges from trekking hills over interactive museums to Muay Thai. Here are the top activities for families in Chiang Mai:…
Muay Thai – no other sport is more synonymous to the ‘Land of Smiles’ than this version of kickboxing. But what are the key differences to regular kickboxing as we know it from movies and the sport channel? And where can you train Muay Thai in Chiang Mai? If you’re keen on finding that out,…
Whether you want to enhance your skills or just want to learn something new while visiting Chiang Mai, taking a course is an admired activity here and definitely a great add-on to your travel itinerary. Luckily, there are courses that suit most people’s interests – be ready for fun, learning and excitement! Here are the…
Chiang Mai fascinates visitors primarily with its huge offer of cultural sites but even when it comes to natural places Chiang Mai has lots of great spots to offer; just by driving 15-20 minutes out of town you’ll be immediately in the middle of seemingly endless rice paddies and even more lush forests the more…
Chiang Mai is booming. Not only in terms of tourism does the city increases every year its numbers and has become one of Asia’s most popular tourist destinations but also the number of foreigners settling here rises every year. People who intend to stay only for a few weeks often end up staying many months,…
Chiang Mai, Thailand’s cultural hub, is a wonderful place which you shouldn’t miss on your travels around Thailand. Although three days may be not enough in order to explore the city and its surroundings properly, it’s still possible to get a glimpse of the fantastic sights and its unique culture here. So, let’s get down…
Chiang Mai has been praised for many years as a budget friendly city where you can get a lot of value out of your dollar (or euro, yen…). On top it is foreigner-friendly and safe. Many travellers use Chiang Mai either as starting point for their travels around Southeast Asia, as a base for several…
Chiang Mai is certainly known for its cultural highlights, the close proximity to plenty of natural spots and the laid back atmosphere during the day. But the city comes really alive after sunset, when countless bars and beer gardens open, live music venues pulling people from the street with their hot tunes and adult-only shows…
If you’re the sort of person who likes to eat and drink their way through a holiday, Chiang Mai will not disappoint you. Whether it’s the abundance of markets who offer delicious northern Thai dishes, the typical mom n’ pop shops, alternative cafés or high-end restaurants, Chiang Mai has it all. But if you’re more…
Thailand is blessed with countless festivals, celebrations and events throughout the year. While some are celebrated throughout the entire kingdom, others are specific to particular regions. Some festivals are celebrated on fix dates while others are celebrated according to the lunar calendar: Labour Day – 01st May 2015 Like in many countries around the world,…
Sure, Chiang Mai is full of historical sites, magnificent temples and surrounded by stunning landscapes. But Thailand’s second largest city doesn’t need to hide behind its ‘big brother’ Bangkok when it comes to shopping possibilities. Here are the five top places you should not miss on your trip to Chiang Mai: Nimmanhaemin Road – exclusive…
One thing you will immediately notice when driving around the Old Town and Nimmanhaemin Road is the abundance of coffee shops. Even if you’re not planning to make your Chiang Mai trip a coffee expedition chances are you will consume more than intended to. The trick is to find the right café which does not…
You may come to Chiang Mai for the temples, historical Lanna buildings, the nature or spas. You might practice meditation, yoga or traditional Thai massage. Whatever the reason is, one of the biggest delights is the abundance of colourful markets. We have listed the seven most important markets you should visit on a trip to…
