Budget trip to Chiang Mai — how I did it for cheap
Started by MidwestMark · 21 Mar 2026 · 528 views
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21 Mar 2026 at 22:08
Nice report. I'm heading there next month and this is exactly the intel I needed.
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21 Mar 2026 at 23:56
Hmm, I had a different experience. When I went, prices were higher.
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22 Mar 2026 at 00:09
Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try asking locals for recommendations.
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22 Mar 2026 at 09:21
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.
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22 Mar 2026 at 10:12
Spot on with the prices. That's exactly what I paid when I visited in February.
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22 Mar 2026 at 21:08
With respect, I think this is a bit optimistic. My experience was more mixed.
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23 Mar 2026 at 05:12
Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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23 Mar 2026 at 06:56
Good info. I'd add that the morning is the best time to go.
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23 Mar 2026 at 11:07
How's the daytime scene there compared to Thailand?
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23 Mar 2026 at 12:26
Been going there for years and this is accurate. The scene has improved recently.
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23 Mar 2026 at 23:40
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found the outskirts to be better.
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24 Mar 2026 at 09:32
I was there in January and can add some detail:
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was good.
My favorite spot was an agency I found online.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was good.
My favorite spot was an agency I found online.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
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24 Mar 2026 at 10:12
Adding to this thread with my own experience from February:
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: Some of the old spots have closed.
Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: Some of the old spots have closed.
Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.
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I was there in early March and can add some detail:
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was good.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was good.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
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25 Mar 2026 at 00:15
Great report! Quick question — how was the wifi at your hotel?
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25 Mar 2026 at 06:00
Thanks for sharing. Did you use the local sites or find girls online?
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25 Mar 2026 at 06:42
Solid advice. I'd rate my experience similarly.
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25 Mar 2026 at 11:36
This matches my experience. Chiang Mai is underrated.
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25 Mar 2026 at 16:00
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found downtown to be better.
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25 Mar 2026 at 18:35
Great report! Quick question — how was the ATM situation?
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