Has anyone been to Chiang Mai recently? Looking for the latest intel.
Specifically interested in:
- Current price ranges
- Best areas right now
- Any safety concerns to be aware of
- Apps or platforms to use
I was there in 2024 and had a good time. Wondering if things have changed.
Planning to go back next month.
Cheers
Chiang Mai — overrated?
Started by MontrealMax · 27 Feb 2026 · 1572 views
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to get a local SIM.
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Been going for years. Scene has shifted a bit but still good.
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Been going for years. Scene has shifted a bit but still good.
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Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to use a VPN.
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Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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First time was overwhelming but exciting. Second time was 10x smoother. Experience makes all the difference.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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