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.
Keen to hear from anyone who has been recently.
Cheers
Uber/transport in Chiang Mai
Started by BangkokVet · 19 Mar 2026 · 2418 views
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Been there 12 times now. Still one of my top destinations. The quality is what keeps me coming back.
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21 Mar 2026 at 00:20
I was there in January and prices were about average. Spent about $100/day all-in.
My tip: midweek is much better.
My tip: midweek is much better.
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21 Mar 2026 at 04:20
How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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21 Mar 2026 at 11:20
Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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22 Mar 2026 at 07:20
Saving this thread. Gold mine of information.
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23 Mar 2026 at 21:20
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Solid destination.
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25 Mar 2026 at 08:11
Been going for years. Scene has improved recently.
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25 Mar 2026 at 16:11
How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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25 Mar 2026 at 17:20
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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25 Mar 2026 at 20:11
First time was a learning experience. Second time was much better. Experience makes all the difference.
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25 Mar 2026 at 21:11
Adding my experience: scene has bounced back since pre-COVID. Biggest change: some old spots closed.
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26 Mar 2026 at 01:11
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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26 Mar 2026 at 04:11
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Solid destination.
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26 Mar 2026 at 14:11
Word of caution — be careful with street touts. Other than that, great destination.
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26 Mar 2026 at 15:20
Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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27 Mar 2026 at 01:11
Word of caution — watch out for taxi scams at the airport. Other than that, great destination.
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27 Mar 2026 at 02:11
Different experience for me. Prices were about the same when I went.
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27 Mar 2026 at 03:11
This matches my experience. Chiang Mai is one of my favorites.
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27 Mar 2026 at 04:11
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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