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Where to stay in Chiang Mai as a first-time visitor & areas to avoid
Where should you stay on your first visit to Chiang Mai? Most people will recommend the Old City, and they'r…
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Chiang Mai in September 2026 [Weather? Activities? Clothing recommendations?]
As in August, September also sees a lot of rain, making it one of the wettest months in Chiang Mai. Although…
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October in Chiang Mai: The often overlooked in-between month
October is often overlooked due to its perceived rainy season. Before my trip, I had the same concerns: cons…
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Choose November if you can only visit Chiang Mai once a year.
Are you considering visiting Chiang Mai in November? My answer is simple: If you're only visiting Chiang Mai…
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Weather in Chiang Mai in May 2026: What to wear, what to do
May marks the beginning of the rainy season in Chiang Mai and is therefore hot and humid. Frequent rain show…
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Weather in Chiang Mai in March 2026: What to wear and what to do
In March, temperatures and humidity rise in Chiang Mai as the region transitions from the cooler to the warm…
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Chiang Mai in June 2026: Weather & Summer Activities
June marks the beginning of the rainy season (June to October), but don't let the rain put you off. Short sh…
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Chiang Mai in July 2026: Weather, leisure activities & costs
Anyone checking the weather forecast for Chiang Mai in July might initially be concerned by the rain symbols…
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Chiang Mai in January 2026: Weather, Festivals & Activities
January is one of the best months to travel to Chiang Mai: cool air, bright sunshine, and almost no rain. Th…
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Chiang Mai in February: Weather & Flower Festival 2026
Wondering if February is a good time to visit Chiang Mai? You've chosen the perfect month! February is the l…
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Chiang Mai in December: Weather, Festivals & Crowds
December is the best time to visit Chiang Mai. It's pleasantly dry, with usually only one rainy day at most.…
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Chiang Mai in August: Don't let the rain put you off.
August isn't the easiest month to visit Chiang Mai. It's hot, humid, and rain can disrupt your plans. I've t…
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Weather in Chiang Mai in April 2026: What to wear, what to do
April is one of the hottest months in Chiang Mai, characterized by significantly higher temperatures and inc…
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The best way to experience Chiang Mai's Buddhist culture is not by visiting temples.
While temple visits will show you what Buddhist culture looks like in Chiang Mai, they won't show you how it…
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Chiang Mai Tours – Your private tour through Northern Thailand
Welcome to Chiang Mai, the ancient capital of the Lanna Kingdom – a city that has retained its Thai characte…
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Chiang Mai tourist maps: Sights, Old City walking tour & hotels
This map of Chiang Mai is ideal for trip planning, not for reading lengthy guidebooks. Each map shows you ex…
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The list of sights in Chiang Mai is far too long. We need to change that.
You don't need to visit 20 tourist attractions to have a great first trip to Chiang Mai. Instead, I would pr…
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Why I recommend spending at least 4 nights in Chiang Mai
Most first-time visitors underestimate Chiang Mai. They think of it as a small town with a few temples, a ni…
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Why I recommend spending a whole day at Doi Inthanon
Most articles present Doi Inthanon as Thailand's highest mountain and recommend the famous sights like the s…
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The best time to travel to Chiang Mai is not always the dry season.
Most articles about the best time to visit Chiang Mai mention November to February. This is the cool and dry…
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Chiang Mai has over 300 temples. You only need to visit these.
Not all temples in Chiang Mai are worth visiting. For your first visit, we recommend starting with an absolu…
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Day trips in Chiang Mai: The ones I would really recommend (and the ones I would skip)
Chiang Mai offers more ways to spend a day than any other place in Thailand. Even during a week-long stay, b…
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3 days in Chiang Mai: Itinerary and planning tips
In just three days, you can explore the city's most famous sights, savor the local cuisine, and experience t…
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Chiang Mai or Chiang Rai: Which northern Thai city should you visit?
Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai are among the most popular travel destinations in Northern Thailand. Both cities a…