Cool New Reasons to visit Lampang and Lamphun
Chae Son National Park, Chae Hom and Wang Nuea districts – Lampang Not to be outshone by Chiang Mai, Lampang and Lamphun are about to start wooing and wowing visitors with exciting new offerings this year. Lampang and Lamphun Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) recently invited Citylife for a visit and we must admit we were pretty impressed. TAT’s ambition for 2020 is to attract day trippers and v … Continued
King Power Mahanakhon a Soaring Bangkok Experience
Going to Bangkok for a weekend for me usually involves a drink on one rooftop bar or another; the views are just so spectacular…and that breeze. Truely impressive building So imagine how thrilled I was when I found myself on the rooftop that looks down upon all other rooftops? Failing to conquer my fear of flying I must have missed out on all the news and PR when King Power Mahanakhon opened late … Continued
Light will be the Night’s Storyteller Wat Rong Khun Light Fest: Episode Begins
With over three million visitors per year, Wat Rong Khun, or The White Temple, is one of the North’s most acclaimed attractions. Conceptualised and crafted by national artist Chalermchai Kositpipat, this extraordinary piece of art will be turned, for one month only, into a kaleidoscopic fiesta of light.
Resorts in the Samoeng Loop that Highlight the Natural Beauty of Chiang Mai
No beaches? No problem. Chiang Mai’s mountains make for some breathtaking views. While most foreigners may want to visit the general tourist spots such as Doi Suthep, the elephant sanctuaries or the bustling night markets, some may prefer to slow down and bask in the natural ambience of Chiang Mai. Here are a few locations around town where one could spend the day relaxing in the midst of gorgeous scenery.
The North Gate Jazz Co-Op: Squealing guitar solos and smooth saxophone grooves
A single lamp hangs over a drummer, bathing him in warm light. It sways back and forth, illuminating a colourful red backdrop. A sizable group of people spill out into the street. Some dance while others silently observe.
A Closer Look at Performing Arts in Chiang Mai: The Budding Dramaturgs of Chiang Mai University
As a first step in my investigation into ‘Thai Theatre’, I decided to turn to a familiar setting to collect information: a university. Chiang Mai University proved to be the perfect place to start, with a thriving Fine Arts department and a brand new Music and Performing Arts programme. I was eager to see what Thai theatre students were learning while preparing for the professional world, and what exactly that professional world entailed.
Thailand Hilltribe Holidays – Visiting the Hill Tribes with a Heart
Tucked away in the fertile forests of Chiang Mai, deep in the heart of Sameong district, lies a hamlet of traditional villages where the Karen hill tribe live. In these remote communities, the women still wear native handwoven Karen tunics, and the men herd water buffaloes to plough the farm, as they once did 50 years ago.
More than Buzz Words:Bee Hive Fencing as new Solution for Elephant Conservation in Thailand
Thailand and elephants are practically synonymous. Whether working or worshipped, elephants have coexisted closely with humans in this part of the world for millennia. Although naturally gentle and intelligent, their size and strength create unique challenges in managing as well as living side by side with them. These giants cannot be truly domesticated in the way that cattle and dogs have been bred for domestication.
Who’s the Strongest of Them All?
When I heard the event named “Thailand’s Strongest Man” I thought about big burly men with bulging muscles and big scary voices. When my editor asked me to go, I really didn’t know what to think. So, I read up the schedule of the event before I went to try to familiarise myself with each competition – but it didn’t help much, because what on earth is a Log Press or a Bus Pull? When I asked my editor, she just shrugged her shoulders and told me to go and have fun and an adventure!
A Quick Hop to Taiwan
Four days passed by quickly, and like a typical fun vacation, I was sulking at the thought of going back to work. It might be the adrenalin rush of my first time in Taiwan, but the city is the image of what I imagine my hometown of Chiang Mai could be; clean and vibrant with street food and nightlife while also being safe, a city where art and technology coexist and nature is only an hour’s drive away.
The Sop Moei Mission: Weaving a Community’s Future
Taciturn Kent Gregory, the man behind one of Chiang Mai’s most well-known luxury brands Sop Moei Arts, is impossible to pigeon-hole; his life-story (so far) reads like a an extraordinary swashbuckling tale from the 19th century yet he helms a non-profit enterprise which has been lauded world-wide for its high quality ethnic textile and basket weaving which have graced runways and magazine covers.
Chiang Mai Confidential: A look at the local dating scene
Plentiful. Confusing. Nonexistent. Experimental. These are the words Chiang Mai’s singles used when asked to describe the Chiang Mai dating scene. As the interviews stacked up, of course I realised that dating is a very individual experience and results certainly vary, but there were themes that emerged, and that’s where our exploration of the dating scene begins.
7 Unique First Dates around Chiang Mai
The idea of seven first dates is enough to wilt the smoothest dater. Citylife is here to help, with this list of unique and memorable first dates that should take some of the anxiety out of impressing. Whether or not they actually look like their profile pics is entirely up to chance; sorry, can’t help you there! Start on the right foot with these fun date locations.
Timeless Dining by the Ping at TIME Riverfront Cuisine & Bar
Set along the banks of the Ping River, with views of Doi Suthep Mountain in the distance, is the spectacular Na Nirand Romantic Boutique Resort. The resort’s spacious grounds are filled with tropical foliage and colonial Lanna style villas with balconies to take in the views and a highlight feature of a 100 year old rain tree spreading its canopy over the banks of the river.