North or south? Choose the day, then the place.
Which belongs in my first Thailand trip?
Short answer Choose Chiang Mai for temples, northern food and a hill outing.
Travel questions, answered
Travel tips
Clear answers on where to stay, how to plan your route, visiting temples, and finding food and markets.
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Planning your route
Decide where to go and how long to give it.
Food & markets
Find a good first step into local flavours.
Which market belongs in your day?
Where should I go beyond a generic market stop?
Short answer Choose Warorot for everyday Chiang Mai shopping, Sampeng for materials and small goods in Bangkok, or Chiang Mai’s Sunday walking street for an evening browse.
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10-Day Island Paradise Journey
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14-Day North till South Adventure
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