Adding to this thread with my own experience from last month:
I noticed some changes since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.
Chiang Mai first timer — need advice
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This matches my experience. Chiang Mai is one of my favorites.
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Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try going during the week.
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Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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Just booked my flights after reading this. Thanks for the motivation!
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Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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I was there in February and can add some detail:
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
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Spot on with the prices. That's exactly what I paid when I visited in February.
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Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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This matches my experience. Chiang Mai is great value for money.
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I had a bad experience there last year. Maybe I went at the wrong time?
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100% agree. The value there is hard to beat.
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Excellent write-up. This is why I love this forum — real, actionable information.
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Spot on with the prices. That's exactly what I paid when I visited in February.
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.
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Thanks for sharing. Did you use freelancers or find girls at clubs?
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Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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Spot on with the prices. That's exactly what I paid when I visited in February.
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Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try negotiating.
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Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:
I noticed some changes since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: Some of the old spots have closed.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
I noticed some changes since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: Some of the old spots have closed.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Miami, FL
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