Chiang Mai / Thailand Travel Guide

A Thailand Packing List for All Three Seasons

Thailand tends to have three seasons - check out this Thailand packing list to make sure you’re prepared for each!

This entry was posted in Chiang Mai on October 13, 2015 by Tassanawan Malai.

Jungle Adventure & Homestays in Chiang Mai

Explore the Northern Thai hills with these unique tours, excursions and homestays in Chiang Mai.

This entry was posted in Chiang Mai on July 1, 2015 by Tassanawan Malai.

Discovering Northern Thailand: What to Do in Chiang Rai

Wondering what to do in Chiang Rai? We highlight some of our favorite destinations in this northern Thai city.

This entry was posted in Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai on June 1, 2015 by Tassanawan Malai.

Check out the catfishes in Thailand!

Fishing in Northern Thailand is an absolutely amazing experience that all anglers should be able to experience at least once in their lives.

This entry was posted in Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai Tours, Sport on August 1, 2014 by Tassanawan Malai.

Chiang Mai One Day Trip - Rose of the North

If you want to get to know Chiang Mai in a fun and quick way, our one day package is for you! You’ll get to try some different foods, see noteworthy cultural places and shows, and, of course, see the elephants. And you can do this all in one day!

This entry was posted in Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai Tours on February 14, 2014 by Tassanawan Malai.

10 Things to Do in Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai has so many different activities to offer, you might find yourself a little overwhelmed! But fear not, here’s an easy list with suggestions for every type of tourist - from the historian, to the shopaholic, to the nature lover. There’s a great outing in store for you all in northern Thailand’s cultural epicenter.

This entry was posted in Chiang Mai on November 23, 2013 by Simon Gauthier.

Top 4 Thai Salads

If you want to eat light while traveling through Thailand, you’ll be delighted at the amount of salads available to you. Here’s the top 4: Number 1 Som Tam – Green Papaya Salad, Number 2 Yam Mamuang – Green Mango Salad, Number 3 Thai Cucumber Salad, Number 4 Pomelo Salad – Thai Grapefruit Salad

This entry was posted in Chiang Mai, Foodies on November 5, 2013 by Tassanawan Malai.

How To - Chiang Mai to Luang Prabang by Slow Boat

So many tourists use Chiang Mai as a jumping off point to explore the expanse of Asia that surrounds the region, from Chiang Mai the most popular destination is Luang Prabang Laos. The border town of Chiang Kong, where travelers go through immigration, is a short four-hour drive from Chiang Mai, and luckily for those explorers, we offer a service that makes your international travel a breeze.

This entry was posted in Chiang Mai, Tips on November 2, 2013 by Tassanawan Malai.

Chiang Mai Songkran Festival

Ah, the Buddhist New Year. It’s a great time to renew your spirit, cleanse your soul, and douse your friends with water from a super soaker or bucket. If you find yourself in Thailand on April 13th,you’re probably going to get wet – and that’s all part of the fun of Songkran, the Buddhist celebration of the New Year.

This entry was posted in Chiang Mai on October 15, 2013 by Simon Gauthier.

When is the best time to visit Thailand?

Well, any time is a great time – you shouldn’t let the season rhetoric get in the way of you and your vacation. Every part of the year will have both rewards and shortcomings and there are no givens that hold true 100% of the time when it comes to Thai weather.

This entry was posted in Chiang Mai, Tips on October 10, 2013 by Simon Gauthier.

Tiger Kingdom Chiang Mai

Whether you love big cats or you just want a dose of excitement, you won’t be disappointed when you pay a visit to the Tiger Kingdom. You can get up close and personal with dozens of tigers, pet a big cat or cub, take photos, and explore the beauty of nature – all without leaving Chiang Mai.

This entry was posted in Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai Tours on October 7, 2013 by Tassanawan Malai.

Top 5 Luxury Hotels In Chiang Mai

1- Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi
If you desire to stay in the lap of luxury similar to a high end hotel you might find in San Francisco, Barcelona or Tokyo, look no further than the Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi. This establishment has been situated on the Chao Phraya for more than a century, and was purchased by the hotel group in 1974 to be one of two flagship hotels of the chain. Mandarin Oriental is synonymous with high end luxury and the brand is known for amazing service and ammenties.

This entry was posted in Chiang Mai, Tips on October 6, 2013 by Simon Gauthier.

Spicy Fish Sauce - Nam-pla prik

Few things compliment Thai food like Nam-pla prik, the classic condiment you will see on almost every Thai table, whether at home or in a restaurant.It’s a spicy fish sauce that you can put on just about any dish! Thais use Nam-pla prik the same way Americans use salt – on everything! The delicious liquid gets its distinctive taste from garlic infused fish and ground chilies.

This entry was posted in Chiang Mai, Foodies on September 30, 2013 by Simon Gauthier.

Bird Chili - Prik Kee Noo

It seems like tasty red chilies are in everything when it comes to the spicy side of Thai cuisine. “Prik Kee Noo,” called the Bird Chili in English, is one of the hot chilies that makes Thai food so tasty. The literal translation is mouse droppings chili – Prik translates to chili and Kee Noo translates to “mouse droppings.” It’s a pretty gross name for a chili, but it refers to the size of the chili – Bird Chilies are a tiny little things, but boy do they pack a spicy punch.

This entry was posted in Chiang Mai, Foodies on September 29, 2013 by Tassanawan Malai.

Chiang Mai Sunday Walking Street Market

Tourists and locals agree, if you want to buy local Thai products, you want to head to the Sunday Walking Street Market. The market is in Old Town on Rachadamnoen Road, and might be the best place to find crafts, clothes, shoes, snacks, bath products, toys, art and just about anything you can think of. And best of all, the prices are so reasonable that you’ll want to take more than you can carry.

This entry was posted in At Night, Chiang Mai on September 25, 2013 by Simon Gauthier.