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Chiang Mai

Independent hotel guides, travel articles, and travel videos for Chiang Mai.

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Travel videos

Samuel and Audrey - Travel and Food Videos

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Samuel and Audrey is a YouTube travel channel by Canadian media publishers Samuel and Audrey, featuring guides, food videos, and itineraries.

This travel guide video gives a well-rounded introduction to Chiang Mai, covering temples, old city sights, markets, street food, parks, a cooking class, transport, and nearby experiences.

CJ Explores

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CJ Explores is a YouTube travel channel by Charlotte and Cory, creating travel guides and adventure content around the world.

This guide video explores top things to do in Chiang Mai, with helpful chapters on temples, accommodation, parks, Nimmanhaemin, Tha Phae Gate, art, night markets, and Doi Suthep.

World Wild Hearts

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World Wild Hearts is a YouTube travel channel by Zac and Ine, who create destination videos and travel guides.

This travel video highlights ten worthwhile things to do in and around Chiang Mai, including Elephant Nature Park, a cooking class, a river cruise, and a Doi Inthanon day tour.

Gabriel Traveler

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Gabriel Traveler is a YouTube travel channel by Gabriel Morris, featuring travel adventures, practical information, and destination footage.

This walking video offers a useful street-level look at Chiang Mai's old town in northern Thailand, capturing the area's everyday atmosphere and travel feel.

Gabriel Traveler

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Gabriel Traveler is a YouTube travel channel by Gabriel Morris, featuring travel adventures, practical information, and destination footage.

This travel video tours Chiang Mai through a budget-travel lens, giving viewers a practical sense of the northern Thailand city and its affordability for travelers.

Gabriel Traveler

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Gabriel Traveler is a YouTube travel channel by Gabriel Morris, featuring travel adventures, practical information, and destination footage.

This practical video uses Chiang Mai as a clear example of budget travel in Thailand, showing local exploration alongside how much things cost.

Creative Travel Guide

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Creative Travel Guide is a YouTube travel channel by a British couple sharing vlogs, travel advice, guides, and travel hacks.

This guide video gives ten good reasons to visit Chiang Mai, covering old city temples, night markets, street food, mountains, elephant sanctuaries, cafes, and budget tips.

Travel articles & blogs

Lonely Planet
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Lonely Planet is a major travel-publishing brand offering professionally edited destination guides, articles, guidebooks, and planning resources. Their Chiang Mai guide gives travelers a strong planning overview, covering temples, night markets, northern Thai cuisine, Sticky Waterfall, and Wat Phra That Doi Suthep.

Chiang Mai travel - Lonely Planet | Thailand, Asia

Explore Chiang Mai holidays and discover the best time and places to visit.

lonelyplanet.com/destinations/thailand/chiang-mai-province/chiang-mai

Nomadic Matt
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Nomadic Matt is a long-running budget-travel advice site focused on cheaper, longer, and practical independent travel. Their Chiang Mai budget guide is especially practical for independent travelers, combining things to do, costs, savings tips, transportation, accommodation, and planning basics.

Chiang Mai Travel Guide (Updated 2026)

A comprehensive budget travel guide to Chiang Mai with tips on things to do, costs, ways to save, transportation, accommodation, and more.

nomadicmatt.com/travel-guides/thailand-travel-tips/chiang-mai/

The Planet D
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The Planet D is an adventure-travel blog by Dave and Deb, combining destination guides, itineraries, tips, and personal travel stories. Their Chiang Mai things-to-do article is a helpful attraction overview, with temples, the night market, and other major city highlights in focus.

35 of the Best Things to do in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Chiang Mai, Thailand is magical. The former capital of the Lanna Kingdom is a breezy escape from the muggy heat of Bangkok where hundreds of temples are

theplanetd.com/best-things-to-do-chiang-mai/

ViaTravelers
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ViaTravelers is a travel media and planning site combining destination guides with structured comparison and itinerary tools. Their Chiang Mai travel guide offers a well-rounded look at temples, markets, mountain landscapes, cultural experiences, temple hopping, and elephant sanctuaries.

Visit Chiang Mai, Thailand — Travel Guide (2026)

Chiang Mai, the cultural heart of Northern Thailand, enchants visitors with its ancient temples, vibrant markets, and stunning mountain

viatravelers.com/destinations/chiang-mai/

The Poor Traveler
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The Poor Traveler is a budget-travel and itinerary site focused on practical planning, logistics, and value-conscious travel advice. Their Chiang Mai itinerary guide is a practical fit for DIY planners, laying out one- to seven-day options with estimated budgets and suggested tours.

Sample CHIANG MAI ITINERARIES with Budget Estimates: 1-7 Days

Chiang Mai is a destination that you can enjoy no matter how long your trip is. Here are some suggested DIY CHIANG MAI ITINERARIES for 1 DAY (LAYOVER), 2

thepoortraveler.net/2018/08/chiang-mai-itinerary/

Y Travel Blog
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Y Travel Blog is a travel blog covering destination guides, family travel, travel advice, and practical trip inspiration. Their Chiang Mai guide is a helpful overview of what to see, do, and eat, with perspective for both visitors and longer-stay travelers.

15 Exciting Things To Do In Chiang Mai

Ever wondered what it's like living in Chiang Mai, or what to do in Chiang Mai as a tourist? See inside for insider tips on things to see, do, eat!

ytravelblog.com/what-to-do-in-chiang-mai/

Goats On The Road
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Goats On The Road is a travel guide site and travel lifestyle resource covering destinations, remote work, and long-term travel. Their list of 21 things to do in Chiang Mai gives visitors a broad, practical starting point for choosing activities around the city.

21 Best Things to Do in Chiang Mai - Goats On The Road

Thailand is one of the most beautiful countries on the planet and a place where it's impossible to be bored. Chiang Mai is one of the top destinations in the country, here are the 21 best things to do in Chiang Mai (don't miss #5!)

goatsontheroad.com/things-to-do-in-chiang-mai/

As We Saw It
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As We Saw It is a travel ideas, itinerary, culture, food, and photography site led by Linda. Her Chiang Mai guide is a well-rounded resource, bringing together things to do, places to stay, getting-around advice, photos, and travel tips.

Guide to the Best Things to Do in Chiang Mai

An easy guide to the best things to do in Chiang Mai. Includes where to stay, how to get around, photos, and tips to get more from your trip.

aswesawit.com/chiang-mai-thailand-travel-guide/

NOMADasaurus
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NOMADasaurus is an adventure travel and photography blog with destination guides, sustainable tourism coverage, and visual travel storytelling. Their Chiang Mai article offers a strong mix of cultural sights, temples, scenery, and activities for travelers planning what to prioritize.

13 AWESOME Things to Do in Chiang Mai, Thailand [2026]

Thailand's second city is full of dazzling culture, gorgeous temples and sensational scenery! Here are the 13 best things to do in Chiang Mai for your next...

nomadasaurus.com/10-things-to-do-in-chiang-mai/

My Adventures Across The World
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My Adventures Across The World is Claudia Tavani's travel blog, focused on destination guides, responsible travel, food, and practical advice. Her Chiang Mai guide is especially practical because it pairs recommended things to do with notes on activities she suggests avoiding.

21 Best Things To Do In Chiang Mai (+ 3 To Avoid)

There are many things to do in Chiang Mai, Thailand. This post highlights the ones you should not miss and shares tips to better plan your trip.

myadventuresacrosstheworld.com/things-to-do-in-chiang-mai/

Love and Road
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Love and Road is a travel blog by Nat and Rob, focused on destination guides, budgeting, accommodation, food, and couple travel. Their Chiang Mai article gives a useful spread of attractions, markets, temples, nature, accommodation ideas, food, and entertainment.

What to do in Chiang Mai? Attractions and our Favorite Spots - Love and Road

Chiang Mai Guide! Tips on what to do in Chiang Mai, markets, temples & nature. Plus where to stay in Chiang Mai, eat and have fun!

loveandroad.com/what-to-do-in-chiang-mai-thailand-attractions/

The Broke Backpacker
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The Broke Backpacker is an adventure and budget travel site focused on backpacking, hostels, gear, travel jobs, and independent trips. Their guide to 12 places to visit in Chiang Mai is a helpful choice for travelers comparing sights across different interests and travel styles.

The Broke Backpacker: Best Places To Visit In Chiang Mai

Read the guide at thebrokebackpacker.com/best-places-to-visit-in-chiang-mai/.

thebrokebackpacker.com/best-places-to-visit-in-chiang-mai/

The Family Voyage
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The Family Voyage is a family travel site focused on making trips with kids easier through practical destination and planning advice. Their Chiang Mai with kids guide is a practical family-focused resource, covering activities, where to stay, restaurants, and trip-planning context.

Visiting Asia with kids? Head to Chiang Mai! - The Family Voyage

Are you planning to visit Asia with kids? Make Chiang Mai, Thailand your first stop! Click to find out why our family fell in love with this little city in the north and see all the best things to do in Chiang Mai with kids (or without them), where to stay in Chiang Mai, the best restaurants and more.

thefamilyvoyage.com/best-things-to-do-in-chiang-mai-with-kids/

The Travel Hack
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The Travel Hack is a weekend-break and short-trip travel blog with practical travel advice for limited free time. Their insider-style Chiang Mai guide is a useful fit for travelers looking for a concise, practical introduction to the city.

An Insider's Guide to Chiang Mai, Thailand

An Insider's Guide to Chiang Mai, Thailand

thetravelhack.com/thailand/an-insiders-guide-to-chiang-mai-thailand/