This is the first edition of what we hope to become a comprehensive photo guide to the streets of Chiang Mai. So whether you are looking for an ATM, hairdressers, pharmacy, or any other service check here. As the guide grows you’ll find more choice and hopefully better value whatever you are looking for.

This view deserved a special post all to itself……this photo, of The Mae On Valley, was taken during a recent road trip soon to appear in ‘Places to Go’.

There is so much to say & so little time to say it. We are here but for a second and gone. If we spend time thinking about what to say the moment has gone and the time is no longer available for us. When you have read this the time will have moved onto [...]

So, you fancy a day out that won’t cost alot, a nice ride out on your motorcy? Try this one.
[...]The ride down that minor road had been lovely, through the rice fields where workers were busy gathering straw and the air was filled with the smells of fresh cut plant life. Other stretches of the road had wonderful floral scents, lavender, wild garlic and much more.
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Situated at the bottom left hand corner of Chiang Mai Old Town, this is a great place to visit if you want time to relax away from the shops and tourist areas, without going too far. Relax by the water; get some food; have a massage; maybe play badminton; or join the many ‘walkers’ on [...]