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Chiang Mai — 10 day trip report

Started by VegasVince · 25 Feb 2026 · 2113 views

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VegasVince member
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25 Feb 2026 at 07:56
Returned from 9 days in Chiang Mai. Solid experience.

Accommodation:
Budget hotel near the main area. $52/night. Walking distance to everything.

Scene:
Better than expected — plenty of options. Prices were great value.

Quality:
Generally good looking with good service. Had 7 encounters total.

Logistics:
Taxis are cheap but negotiate first. Street food was a highlight.

Safety:
Used common sense and had no problems.

Overall: 7.5/10. Good destination, recommend for first-timers.

Happy to answer any questions.
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BangkokVet member
#2
26 Feb 2026 at 10:56
Agreed on all points. Make sure to use a VPN.

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."

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LiverpoolLee member
#3
27 Feb 2026 at 09:56
Quick question — how was the ATM situation?

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Liverpool, UK

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CalgaryKevin member
#4
28 Feb 2026 at 18:56
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.

Calgary Kevin — Calgary, Canada

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PattayaDave member
#5
1 Mar 2026 at 22:56
Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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SoCalSurfer member
#6
2 Mar 2026 at 04:56
Been there 12 times now. Still one of my top destinations. The friendly atmosphere is what keeps me coming back.

San Diego, CA | Member since 2024

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LondonPunter member
#7
3 Mar 2026 at 21:56
Also recommend downloading Maps.me before you go. Essential.
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MidwestMark member
#8
3 Mar 2026 at 23:56
Been there 8 times now. Still one of my top destinations. The consistency is what keeps me coming back.
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FKKNovice member
#9
5 Mar 2026 at 07:56
First time was overwhelming but exciting. Second time was much better. Experience makes all the difference.
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CardiffChris member
#10
7 Mar 2026 at 00:56
First time was good but could have been better. Second time was 10x smoother. Experience makes all the difference.

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Cardiff, UK

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SeattleSam member
#11
8 Mar 2026 at 19:56
How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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NorthernLights member
#12
10 Mar 2026 at 01:56
Been going for years. Scene has improved recently.

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Northern Lights

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PortlandPaul member
#13
10 Mar 2026 at 05:56
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.

Portland, OR | 20 countries visited

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SunshineSteve member
#14
11 Mar 2026 at 20:56
Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Miami, FL

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PhillyFred member
#15
13 Mar 2026 at 10:56
I was there in March and prices were slightly higher. Spent about $50/day all-in.

My tip: try the local spots away from tourists.

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Philadelphia, PA

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DCExplorer member
#16
14 Mar 2026 at 16:56
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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MidwestMark member
#17
14 Mar 2026 at 18:56
Been there 12 times now. Still one of my top destinations. The consistency is what keeps me coming back.
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SeattleSam member
#18
14 Mar 2026 at 19:56
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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MontrealMax member
#19
15 Mar 2026 at 08:56
Agreed on all points. Make sure to get a local SIM.

Montreal Max — Montreal, Canada

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PerthPete member
#20
16 Mar 2026 at 13:56
Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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