<![CDATA[Travel: Thailand - Chiangmai and Chiangrai]]>Hi


I’m going to Chiangmai and Chiangrai end of the year… Staying at Holiday Inn, Chiangmai… Bring my children to the Golden Triangle and also visit their tribes (Long neck Woman)…

Anyone been to the place before , please share more? Any other interesting sightseeing? Heard that the weather is cold when end year…

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/topic/10149/travel-thailand-chiangmai-and-chiangraiRSS for NodeTue, 21 Apr 2026 02:21:35 GMTWed, 14 Apr 2010 07:21:17 GMT60<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Chiangmai and Chiangrai on Wed, 13 Mar 2024 14:12:51 GMT]]>Supperclub in Chiang Mai

https://www.instagram.com/bamama.cooks/

Cafe in Chiang Mai
https://www.facebook.com/thebaristroatpingriver/

Vegan bistro in Chiang Mai
https://www.facebook.com/reformkafe/

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2130687https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2130687Wed, 13 Mar 2024 14:12:51 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Chiangmai and Chiangrai on Sun, 06 Aug 2023 02:20:10 GMT]]>Republic Poly - Travel and Learn Programme: Business Learning Journey to Thailand

https://stms.polite.edu.sg/student/ihlcourse/detail/d553877e-0d46-4bf9-8862-79d78afad581

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2115674https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2115674Sun, 06 Aug 2023 02:20:10 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Chiangmai and Chiangrai on Fri, 22 May 2020 02:44:58 GMT]]>Online experience - The Secret of Chiang Mai

https://www.airbnb.com.sg/experiences/1438610?source=p2

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1977202https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1977202Fri, 22 May 2020 02:44:58 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Chiangmai and Chiangrai on Fri, 17 Aug 2018 03:11:48 GMT]]>A bunch of places to see and things to do. November is also a good time because the lantern festival is around then.http://empresshotels.com

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1867838https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1867838Fri, 17 Aug 2018 03:11:48 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Chiangmai and Chiangrai on Fri, 04 May 2018 05:11:06 GMT]]>

kaisuparents:
Hi,

Thinking of taking my kids to ChiangMai and ChiangRai this June, will the weather be ok or hotter than Singapore.
Anyone have recently been, can you pls advise which all places to visit or any tour operator to contact.
Thanks in advance.
June weather is no different from Singapore.

You can refer to the following suggestions on the best places to visit in https://www.klook.com/city/5-chiang-mai/?aid=1018 and https://www.klook.com/city/216-chiang-rai/?aid=1018.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1846159https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1846159Fri, 04 May 2018 05:11:06 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Chiangmai and Chiangrai on Mon, 30 Apr 2018 14:03:46 GMT]]>

kaisuparents:
Hi,

Thinking of taking my kids to ChiangMai and ChiangRai this June, will the weather be ok or hotter than Singapore.
Anyone have recently been, can you pls advise which all places to visit or any tour operator to contact.
Thanks in advance.
I went there in Dec last year, the weather was cooling and fantastic.You can check-out my recommendations here.

https://ourlittlesmarties.com/2018/02/chiang-mai-with-kids-itinerary/

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1845340https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1845340Mon, 30 Apr 2018 14:03:46 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Chiangmai and Chiangrai on Mon, 30 Apr 2018 01:25:48 GMT]]>Hi,

Thinking of taking my kids to ChiangMai and ChiangRai this June, will the weather be ok or hotter than Singapore.
Anyone have recently been, can you pls advise which all places to visit or any tour operator to contact.
Thanks in advance.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1845220https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1845220Mon, 30 Apr 2018 01:25:48 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Chiangmai and Chiangrai on Mon, 24 Nov 2014 12:29:06 GMT]]>Thanks for sharing. Where did you book your day tours?


Did you flag down the red songtheaw outside the airport?

Will be going next month n like to get more info.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1421403https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1421403Mon, 24 Nov 2014 12:29:06 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Chiangmai and Chiangrai on Mon, 24 Nov 2014 07:28:34 GMT]]>Hi All,


I m just back from Chiangmai! We were there for a full week from 9th to 15th Nov, weather is super hot. Just like to drop a note to share with those who will be going.

It was a great holiday, my 7 year old boy and 6 year old girl had a good time. Their favourite was the 1 day of elephant camp with Ran Tong. They get to feed, ride and bathe our elephant for the day. I love the long neck tribe.

Some of the must go:
(1) Ran Tong elephant camp
(2) Sunday market
(3) Chiangrai day trip with local tour
- hot spring (to soak feet only; but was fun for the kids and they get to cook egg)
- Wat Rong Khun (White temple); beautiful must visit in Chiangrai
- Karen long neck tribe
(4) 3D Art Museum
(5) Bo Sang Handicraft Village - nothing much. But the artist drew on their jeans and they love it!

We didn’t get to wear the sweater we bought except for our visit to Doi Inthanon National Park (nothing much there, just the highest mountain in Thailand).

Don’t need airport transfer, jus hail down their red songtheaw (THB20 per person) so cheap. And the driver will helps with the luggage, so we will top up the fare.

Overall, Chiangmai is a beautiful country with nice people. Safe to travel late at night with kids.

Have fun!

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1421131https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1421131Mon, 24 Nov 2014 07:28:34 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Chiangmai and Chiangrai on Mon, 03 Nov 2014 23:27:49 GMT]]>

junemum72:
What is song teaws?

Like Filipino jeepneys. They are converted pick-up trucks - cab for driver and 1 other in front; the back has 2 rows of seats. Depending on the size (they vary a bit), they can take up to about 8-10 people. See picture and more info:
http://www.thaicanuck.com/songthaews-ch ... uck-taxis/

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1409746https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1409746Mon, 03 Nov 2014 23:27:49 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Chiangmai and Chiangrai on Mon, 03 Nov 2014 06:04:24 GMT]]>What is song teaws?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1409360https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1409360Mon, 03 Nov 2014 06:04:24 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Chiangmai and Chiangrai on Mon, 03 Nov 2014 06:01:20 GMT]]>

jeanieg:
slmkhoo:

[quote=\"jeanieg\"]What's the best way to move around in Chiang Mai?

A friend advise us to drive, if possible as you cannot hail a taxi along the road! Guess Tuk-tuk can be hailed anywhere?
For those who have travelled there, any advice? I will be travelling there this December with a 8 and a 9 year old.

In Chiangmai, the main 'public transport' are the red song teaw (converted jeeps similar to the Filipino jeepneys). You can hail them anywhere and they operate within the city area. They don't operate very fixed routes, and they will pick up other passengers along the way, so be prepared to share and that the route may not be the most direct. But CM is so small that it usually doesn't make much difference. If you want to go to nearby areas outside CM, there are yellow song teaws but you have to go to specific spots to get them, I think. You will need to know how to say where you want to go, or preferably have a card or brochure to show the drivers as they don't speak much/any English. Also be prepared to use sign language to negotiate the prices, or learn a few numbers in Thai. It's quite fun!

Most trips within the central city area should be around 20 baht per person (as of about 3 yrs ago) but they often quote for the whole family. Some may charge less for younger kids and some may try to rip you off. If you are going further, they will charge more. We rarely took tuk-tuks as they only take 2 people, and we were a family of 4, so I can't tell you much about them.

:thankyou: simkhoo!
Looks like we will be walking most of the time![/quote]Do try the song teaws! They are fun and convenient and sure beats walking when it's sunny. Forgot to say - negotiate the price up front before getting on.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1409357https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1409357Mon, 03 Nov 2014 06:01:20 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Chiangmai and Chiangrai on Mon, 03 Nov 2014 05:24:31 GMT]]>

slmkhoo:
jeanieg:

What's the best way to move around in Chiang Mai?

A friend advise us to drive, if possible as you cannot hail a taxi along the road! Guess Tuk-tuk can be hailed anywhere?
For those who have travelled there, any advice? I will be travelling there this December with a 8 and a 9 year old.

In Chiangmai, the main 'public transport' are the red song teaw (converted jeeps similar to the Filipino jeepneys). You can hail them anywhere and they operate within the city area. They don't operate very fixed routes, and they will pick up other passengers along the way, so be prepared to share and that the route may not be the most direct. But CM is so small that it usually doesn't make much difference. If you want to go to nearby areas outside CM, there are yellow song teaws but you have to go to specific spots to get them, I think. You will need to know how to say where you want to go, or preferably have a card or brochure to show the drivers as they don't speak much/any English. Also be prepared to use sign language to negotiate the prices, or learn a few numbers in Thai. It's quite fun!

Most trips within the central city area should be around 20 baht per person (as of about 3 yrs ago) but they often quote for the whole family. Some may charge less for younger kids and some may try to rip you off. If you are going further, they will charge more. We rarely took tuk-tuks as they only take 2 people, and we were a family of 4, so I can't tell you much about them.

:thankyou: simkhoo!
Looks like we will be walking most of the time!

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1409329https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1409329Mon, 03 Nov 2014 05:24:31 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Chiangmai and Chiangrai on Mon, 03 Nov 2014 03:37:56 GMT]]>

jeanieg:
What's the best way to move around in Chiang Mai?

A friend advise us to drive, if possible as you cannot hail a taxi along the road! Guess Tuk-tuk can be hailed anywhere?
For those who have travelled there, any advice? I will be travelling there this December with a 8 and a 9 year old.
In Chiangmai, the main 'public transport' are the red song teaw (converted jeeps similar to the Filipino jeepneys). You can hail them anywhere and they operate within the city area. They don't operate very fixed routes, and they will pick up other passengers along the way, so be prepared to share and that the route may not be the most direct. But CM is so small that it usually doesn't make much difference. If you want to go to nearby areas outside CM, there are yellow song teaws but you have to go to specific spots to get them, I think. You will need to know how to say where you want to go, or preferably have a card or brochure to show the drivers as they don't speak much/any English. Also be prepared to use sign language to negotiate the prices, or learn a few numbers in Thai. It's quite fun!

Most trips within the central city area should be around 20 baht per person (as of about 3 yrs ago) but they often quote for the whole family. Some may charge less for younger kids and some may try to rip you off. If you are going further, they will charge more. We rarely took tuk-tuks as they only take 2 people, and we were a family of 4, so I can't tell you much about them.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1409235https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1409235Mon, 03 Nov 2014 03:37:56 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Chiangmai and Chiangrai on Thu, 30 Oct 2014 04:52:32 GMT]]>What’s the best way to move around in Chiang Mai?

A friend advise us to drive, if possible as you cannot hail a taxi along the road! Guess Tuk-tuk can be hailed anywhere?
For those who have travelled there, any advice? I will be travelling there this December with a 8 and a 9 year old.

Still working out my itinerary:
• 3D museum
• Cat cafe (called atmosphere) my girls like cats but it’s quite out of the way
• Sat and Sun walking market
• Strawberry/wine farm (yet to find one)
• Elephant park (dd scared to ride one so may give it a miss)
• Umbrella factory, etc

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1407408https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1407408Thu, 30 Oct 2014 04:52:32 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Chiangmai and Chiangrai on Thu, 11 Sep 2014 01:11:31 GMT]]>http://www.chiangmai-mail.com/current/news.shtml



Just for info....

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1380124https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1380124Thu, 11 Sep 2014 01:11:31 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Chiangmai and Chiangrai on Thu, 11 Sep 2014 00:35:53 GMT]]>

micollh:
which airline u guys take? after reaching airport, how do you go to hotel? is the taxi x there?

http://www.chiangmaiairportonline.com/node/4

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1380104https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1380104Thu, 11 Sep 2014 00:35:53 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Chiangmai and Chiangrai on Thu, 11 Sep 2014 00:01:30 GMT]]>which airline u guys take? after reaching airport, how do you go to hotel? is the taxi x there?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1380092https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1380092Thu, 11 Sep 2014 00:01:30 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Chiangmai and Chiangrai on Wed, 10 Sep 2014 23:53:54 GMT]]>Nov/Dec is a good time to visit Chiangmai becos the weather is cool.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1380088https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1380088Wed, 10 Sep 2014 23:53:54 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Chiangmai and Chiangrai on Wed, 10 Sep 2014 03:02:26 GMT]]>I am going with family end Nov.


My intended itineraries include ziplining, ceramic/silk factory visit, Doi Suthep, Elephant show with rides and water rafting, long neck village, tiger kingdom etc.

The programs are lined up specially for them to enjoy and explore differently compare to the usual theme parks they used to go.

Hope my kids will enjoy themselves.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1379769https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1379769Wed, 10 Sep 2014 03:02:26 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Chiangmai and Chiangrai on Wed, 10 Sep 2014 01:25:56 GMT]]>

micollh:
when is a better time to go? as in not too hot and not rainy season ?

It's cooler at year-end and beginning of the year. It's pretty dry then as well, as far as I recall. I think they get more rain in summer.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1379726https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1379726Wed, 10 Sep 2014 01:25:56 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Chiangmai and Chiangrai on Wed, 10 Sep 2014 01:10:51 GMT]]>when is a better time to go? as in not too hot and not rainy season ?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1379719https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1379719Wed, 10 Sep 2014 01:10:51 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Chiangmai and Chiangrai on Mon, 25 Aug 2014 06:21:13 GMT]]>

junemum72:
Planning a trip with kids this dec holiday.


Been there donkey yrs ago but now not sure what are the hot attractions.

Can someone suggest possible itinerary suitable for kids?

Is the bamboo rafting good and safe for young kids?
Hi junemum

Been twice to Chiang Mai last 2 years
First time stayed at Rimping Village which is on the other side of the river and 2nd time stayed at Dusit D2 which is smack at the Night Bazaar.
Travelled with 2 primary school boys.
What we enjoyed:
Doi Suthep- we climbed up and found it quite an easy climb. lovely view at the top and an interesting experience overall.
Chiang Mai zoo - quite deserted but not too bad - has a sort of underwater world there too
Sunday Walking Street Market - would say this is a must-do...lots and lots of handmade stuff...much better than night market
Doi Inthanon - this was a bit of a letdown as it was so misty and freezing cold at the top....on a clear day I think the views would be spectacular. The king and queen pagoda were amazing
Food - the food in Chiangmai is amazing ...we also visited the famous Pink Tea Rooms - which was expensive and did not quite live up to all the hype.
Spa - go and have a massage at one of the reputable spas there

Love Chiangmai - Enjoy!

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1369476https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1369476Mon, 25 Aug 2014 06:21:13 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Chiangmai and Chiangrai on Thu, 14 Aug 2014 07:30:49 GMT]]>Planning a trip with kids this dec holiday.


Been there donkey yrs ago but now not sure what are the hot attractions.

Can someone suggest possible itinerary suitable for kids?

Is the bamboo rafting good and safe for young kids?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1361206https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1361206Thu, 14 Aug 2014 07:30:49 GMT