This minimalist country barn cafe is set in PAWTEL which is a hotel for dog lovers in the midst of the beautiful natural scenery of Mae Rim, near Prem Tinsulanonda International School.
Two of Chiang Mai’s women eco warriors collaborate
Two of Chiang Mai’s women-eco-warriors, Antoinette Jackson from SuperBees Wax Wraps and Lamorna Cheesman from Studio Naenna have joined forces and friendship to collaborate on an environmentally wonderful project. Lamorna has been living in Thailand all her life, having grown up here. Her mother, Patricia Cheesman is a renowned textile expert and collector who began the family company, Studio Naen … Continued
International Schools Brace for Online Learning
Next week, international schools should be welcoming students back from their Songkran break. There should be talk of fun activities, exciting holidays, and (hopefully) of happiness to be returning to school with their teachers and friends. Parents should be relieved at the prospect of being able to send their children away for the day, getting back to their own busy lives, knowing that their chil … Continued
Watching the world burn
French photographer Alex de Blonay is a Chiang Mai resident who is embarking on a portrait series to reflect on these extraordinary times. “I wanted to do something around the fire and it was interesting to do it this way to represent the literal and figurative fire outside everyone’s window right now,” said de Blonay. “While here in Chiang Mai our fire is literal, we are all touched by it in some … Continued
Essential Tips on Traveling to Chiang Mai with Your Dogs
Photo Credit: Photo by Chris Arthur-Collins on Unsplash Having a dog can sometimes put your globetrotting goals to the test. Traveling long distances can be stressful for your dog, but sometimes there isn’t a choice, such as moving to a new country. Traveling to places like Chiang Mai with your pup requires planning ahead. You may experience culture shock in a new country if it’s not as dog-friend … Continued
A Tale of Two Reactions
This week, Chiang Mai Governor Charoenrit Sanguansat issued an order that will prevent the sale of alcohol for 10 days, from April 10th to April 20th, and perhaps beyond. The reasoning for this decision is of course related to the ongoing spread of COVID-19. The idea is to introduce measures that will prevent social gatherings, and thus attempt to curtail any growth of the virus. I think, perhaps, … Continued
A quickie Q&A with the Breathe Council’s Sakda Darawan
It must be frustrating for the Chiang Mai Breathe Council, formed late last year, to be facing such an extraordinarily horrific year of burning this year. Let’s find out where they are at and how they are working to mitigate, if not solve, this problem. Citylife: What was different about this year? Sakda: It took a while, but we finally established a few years ago that the main cause of air pollut … Continued
Chiang Mai’s food Samaritans
We are all hurting. But like all crises, some people rise to the occasion. Citylife thought that it would be an important thing to highlight some of the restaurants and businesses in town who must be feeling the pinch as severely as the rest of us, but who are still going out of their way to give to those even less fortunate than themselves. Since the social distancing decree has led to a societal … Continued
Breathing fire: Chiang Mai Breathe Council excoriates minister
Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Warawut Silpa-archa visited Chiang Mai along with Deputy Prime Minister General Prawit Wongsuwan to look into the air pollution and forest fire crisis earlier this week. Upon returning to Bangkok Warawut gave a live interview to Thai PBS about the fire which has caused consternation, confusion and anger across Chiang Mai and the north. Yesterday, 9th A … Continued
SuperBee invites you to join them in supporting fire fighters
On the other side of Doi Suthep on the 1269 road there is a fire station servicing the area from the Canal Road in Hang Dong all the way to Samoeng. Doi Pui and Doi Suthep have been smouldering now for weeks and there are only 20-50 local volunteers, covering this whole side of the mountain. They have been working 24 hours a day, seven days a week, in two shifts to help keep the fires at bay. To c … Continued
Anticipating the worst is bringing out the best: Chiang Mai foreign community is ready
As the city was heading home to begin our self-quarantines on a quiet Friday two weeks ago, a group of foreign nationals met up under the giant rain tree at the Chiengmai Gymkhana Club. Under discussion was a support system for the tens of thousands of expatriates living here, many of whom are vulnerable and may need support during these COVID-19 days. It was initiated by Ben Svasti, Honorary Brit … Continued
Cut through the red tape with Thailand Elite
Living in Thailand as a foreigner, like anywhere else in the world, comes with its own set of challenges and of course, benefits. While today the world is undergoing the most extraordinarily unchartered changes, this leaves most of us uncertain about our status and future especially if you are a foreign national living in a foreign land. Message boards and phone lines across the nation are cloggin … Continued
Inspired by a spring day in an Empress’s palace
Whoo Gongjinhyang: Seol Radiant White Moisture Cushion Foundation Special Edition Launch. This royal luxury cosmetic brand “The history of Whoo” by LG HOUSEHOLD & HEALTHCARE is launching “Gongjinhyang: Seol Radiant White Moisture Cushion Foundation Special Edition” inspired by the spring scenery of a royal palace full of blossoming flowers that herald the coming spring. “Gongjinhyang: Seol Rad … Continued
An afternoon drive up Doi Suthep
After being housebound for 11 days, my parents, my puppy, and admittedly me, were getting restless. So today we decided to pile into our car and take a drive up the mountain to see what was going on with the fires we have been seeing for weeks. While the lower slopes of Doi Suthep was dangerously dry, we must admit that we didn’t see any evidence of burning. And being on a family trip with aged pa … Continued
Who will feed all the elephants?
A letter was sent out to the media this week from the Elephant Nature Park, quoting owner Lek Chailert, who says she has been visiting many elephant parks across Chiang Mai where she saw that, “Elephants have been chained up since the tourists stopped coming. They are very stressed and upset. Some have started to attack each other from being chained up all day and several have bite wounds as they … Continued
The Life in the Red: Lockdown in Italy
It’s 1am and the tv is showing the latest decree from the Prime Minister: Lombardia is now a red zone and nobody without special permission can move in or out of the area. The news has just increased the panic in the region. It also caused people to run towards supermarkets which lead to large gatherings of people all at risk of infection. The following day we were told by the Health Minister that … Continued
Join your neighbourhood support groups NOW!
Hello Chiang Mai! We are your friends and neighbors, creating online support groups for each of our Chiang Mai neighborhoods. We are faced with an unprecedented situation and many unknowns, and feel that the best way to prepare is to strengthen the bonds of our community. In Chiang Mai, we have always been blessed with such connections. We feel they should now safely extend to all, especially the … Continued
Doi Suthep burning bright: What’s being done? Why is it happening? And yes, there is a solution
Our days are spent in seclusion; those with air-purifiers can shelter indoors from the worst of the particles and those without must worry about the future of their lungs, as the mountains next to the city burn. Massive fires are raging across the Doi Suthep-Pui mountain ranges, with one fire near Huay Tung Tao estimated to have decimated over 2000 rai of land. The largest fire at this time, howev … Continued
Accept, adapt, advertise & amplify: how to ensure your business’s survival
I read a post this week from Todd Hermann, author of the business success book Alter Ego, who had some interesting stats on US CEOs he had interviewed about their response to covid-19. He saw some startling differences in the way they spoke and he used their word choices to categorise them into three groups; fear focussed, un-focussed and strategy focussed. The strategy focussed group were way mor … Continued
The C Virus
The world has changed. In a few short weeks the life we knew, the life that we built, the life we sculpted just right to suit us, is no more. No, it’s not climate change. It’s not war. It’s not poverty. It’s a virus. It knows no boundaries, needs no passport, asks no personal questions, answers no surveys, dresses in no particular fashion, and hides in plain sight. It’s the Coronavirus. I call it … Continued
What can we all do now to prepare if community restrictions to deal with the COVID-19 are implemented.
Reflecting on my experiences of a sudden and restrictive lockdown in Manila, here are some of the preparations to put in place now that could help if restrictions do become necessary. This is not official advice; it just what were some of the struggles people had, what was helpful, and some of the inspiring responses of the community to help people out. 1. Payment for household help an … Continued
Speakin’ Sex and Intimacy: Love in the Time of Coronavirus
Love in the Time of Coronavirus I know you are asking how the hell can we date during a time like this, but wait, there is always a silver lining, and this maybe a good time to really get to know someone without having to touch them – physically, that is! If you are single here in Chiang Mai, then more than likely you are already dating via apps, whether it’s Tinder, Grindr, or you have mov … Continued
Is Chiang Mai ready? Infectious disease expert gives some answers
Citylife has been trying to interview Dr. Romanee Chaiwarith, M.D. head of Infectious Disease, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University for about six months. She is a busy woman. We had heard that she is a Dr. House of Chiang Mai and is renowned and internationally respected for her works with infectious diseases. She had been one of our dream interviews for a lo … Continued
Backyard Biohacking
Every Sunday, biohacking enthusiast Jason Ryer hosts events at his Zen House where people gather to discuss and participate in a biohacking community. Ryer is trained as a Bulletproof coach and works with individuals in helping them lose weight, gain energy, increase health, and fortify their mind and purpose using biohacking techniques. The concept of biohacking is largely given meaning by those … Continued
Pern restaurant closes its door, among the first of many to come…
As the pollution smothers the city, many people prefer to stay at home, rather than go out to restaurants or bars. Others, who have the chance, travel away from Chiang Mai for a few weeks, thus escaping this annual threat to clean air and to good health. This year, an additional serious danger to health is provided by the spreading Covid-19 virus. Although there have already been cases of resident … Continued
Keep Calm and Breathe On
In an attempt to escape the smog during the pollution season, Free Bird Cafe hosted a workshop that focused on deep breathing. Complete with air filters that could have granted the cafe the title “Cleanest Air in Chiang Mai,” 30 air junkies gathered to learn the tips and tricks of breathing well. The workshop was run by Hunter Lafave, a 32 year old cancer survivor. In 2017, Hunter was diagnosed wi … Continued
Helping Through Hair Cuts
Hair Aid is an international project that is changing the world through cutting hair. This organisation works globally with economically developing countries and pairs professional hair dressers with individuals looking to learn vocational skills. Hair Aid’s mission is to develop career skills in poor areas providing at risk and poverty stricken people with the skills to earn an income. Hair Aid c … Continued
Hiking for Hope
8-year-old Chiang Mai local, Amelia Monk, is doing something most people won’t do in their entire lifetimes: trekking to the base of Mount Everest. Not only is she taking on such an impressive feat at such a young age, but she is also raising money for Chiang Mai’s Hand To Paw dog rescue in the process. A self-described adventurer, Amelia has skied in Japan, spotted orangutans in the jungles of B … Continued
What is happening and what should I do? The inside scoop on COVID-19
The Chiang Mai Public Health Office held a meeting at ISDSI on Monday the 2nd March, to provide up to date and accurate inforamtion about the COVID-19 virus. “The most important thing about following the news is being conscious. News sources come from many different places; both real data and fake data exist.” – Kittiphan Chalom, Medical Doctor and Field Epidemiologist at Chiang Mai Provincial He … Continued
When the well of tourism dries up
In the months following the global outbreak of COVID-19, the number of tourists in Chiang Mai has drastically declined. With increased travel bans and growing fear surrounding COVID-19, popular attractions in Chiang Mai are left empty. Chinese tourism has consistently made up a significant number of travellers in North Thailand, and with nearly all flights cancelled between China and Thailand, the … Continued
Protection of Stray Dogs in Chiang Mai
Stray dogs in Chiang Mai Chiang Mai, a city where hundreds of stray dogs roam the streets without protection. The public portrays strays as dangerous, as they have a history of attacking people walking around the city. Strays with rabies pose an additional threat to human welfare, as rabies is fatal without proper vaccination and immediate treatment. The abundance of stray dogs is a critical healt … Continued
Great theatre from The Gate Theatre
Read the Driving Miss Daisy review and make sure you check out the new play currently on at The Gate, Harvey. Driving Miss Daisy: Love transcends boundaries, cements humanity Despite deep-rooted racial prejudices, and economic and social disparities, love can still find its way through and bind people together. Love is probably the strongest cement that binds humanity together. One such intense ex … Continued
Clean Air for Everyone?
Please see part one of this article here. Where’s the smoke from? First, most smoke around here comes from burning corn waste. This is hard for people living in Chiang Mai to believe because as you sit here, what you see is burning mountains. But if you look around the world today, continent by continent, there are massive fires of crop waste. Today, we worry about Thailand but next … Continued
Building a bridge for Love: Love For Life brings real life people together
Love For Life – Matchmaking and Dating Agency in the heart of Chiang Mai acts as the intermediary between people in search of love, helping them to connect for life. They do that by building local or intercontinental bridges, to ease the route to finding happiness. In an ideal world, all partners that come together have a blank slate. There’s no emotional baggage of past relationships to carry aro … Continued
Effective ways to reduce your plastic consumption now
The start of the year saw plastic bags banished from 75 leading retailers in Thailand. By 2021 there will be a total plastic bag ban in the country and there are further plans in place to reduce plastic consumption due to Thailand being the 6th worse plastic polluter in the world. So when you’re shopping for goods in Chiang Mai and going about your everyday activities in the city, it’s crucial tha … Continued
Family-friendly dining in & around Chiang Mai
Last autumn, Chiang Mai was thrilled to discover that restaurants in the city were featured in the 2020 edition of the Michelin Guide Thailand for the first time. But if you’re one of the 12 million tourists heading to the city and are bringing your family, including your young children, with you then you’ll most likely want to dine in a more relaxed family-friendly establishment. You’ll, therefor … Continued
Fascinating study of 627 captive elephants to help set new industry standards
In the past, elephants were used in the forestry industry. The cancellation of forest concessions in 1989 resulted in thousands of elephants being unemployed, many finally finding a home and a living as part of the tourism industry, which soon grew into an important factor contributing towards the economy and society of Thailand. However, the welfare of captive and domesticated elephants is a hotl … Continued
Boon Kho Kuso Bridge, Pai’s latest attraction
Next time you are in Pai and fancy experiencing something a little different, take half a day and drive out of town to Boon Kho Kuso Bridge located in the Thai Yai community of Pam Bok Village, Tambon Thung Yao in Pai. Locals say that while Boon Kho Ku So Bridge is made from bamboo it is powered by faith. The project was funded by the Royal Project, the Forest Development Office, the Government Of … Continued
Breathe. Don’t breathe. Leave. Don’t leave. Do something
Breathe. Don’t breathe. Leave. Don’t leave. Do something. We can make a difference. What’s the point of trying? Help! It’s him. It’s her. It’s them. It’s you. Is it me? It has been a very frustrating and confusing few years as we have watched, helplessly, as the annual pollution levels rise, start earlier and last longer. For a long long time information was scarce and often misleading, as authori … Continued
The Cave Rescue on the Big Screen
You’d have to be living in a, well…a cave, to have missed the sensational 2018 rescue of the Moo Pa, or Wild Boar, football team from Chiang Rai’s Tham Luang Cave, an event which blanketed world news for its duration and became a source of deep ongoing national pride for Thailand. As with any event of this magnitude, Hollywood has come knocking, and while Netflix has bought the rights to the rescu … Continued
Root Canal Treatment: Fixing Mae Kha Canal
Often smelt, but rarely seen, Mae Kha Canal is one of the city’s most important waterways. In fact, it was a major factor behind King Mengrai’s decision to build Chiang Mai city in this location. Wending its way through the city from north to south, the canal and its many offshoots acts as a buffer between the Ping River, which is historically prone to flooding, and the walled moat. In days of old … Continued
Doi Suthep has a twin in the old city, and it comes without the mountain
October 27, 2026
The bells and incense smoke drifting over Wat Phra That Doi Suthep Ratchaworawihan are familiar to anyone who has made the trip up. For the people of Lanna, the mountain is more than a landmark. It is where the city keeps its faith, handed down through generations. Fewer people know that inside the moat, at Wat Chomphu, stands a chedi more than 600 years old, often described as the twin of the one … Continued
Celebrate Loy Krathong by the Ping River at Kham Dara Restaurant
October 27, 2026
Celebrate Loy Krathong by the Ping River at Kham Dara Restaurant 24 November 2026 | Kham Dara Restaurant, Wat Ket, Chiang Mai Experience the magic of Loy Krathong along the banks of the Ping River as Kham Dara Restaurant invites guests to its “Loy Krathong Riverside Experience 2026” on Tuesday, 24th November 2026. Set in the charming Wat Ket neighbourhood on Charoen Rat Road, the restaurant offers … Continued
MAYA LANNA LANTERN 2026 Celebrates the Magic of Lanna Yi Peng in the Heart of Chiang Mai
October 27, 2026
MAYA Lifestyle Shopping Center invites locals and visitors to experience the enchanting beauty of Lanna culture at “MAYA LANNA LANTERN 2026.” The area in front of the shopping center will be transformed into an artistic showcase featuring “Long Sapao” (the traditional Lanna floating boat ritual), a captivating installation created by VASSANA (Ajarn Wassana Saima), an internationally recognised Lan … Continued
Monk takes in 13 chained dogs after Chang Khlan noise complaints
October 26, 2026
Irish Film Festival returned to Chiang Mai for eighth year
October 26, 2026
Doi Suthep has a twin in the old city, and it comes without the mountain
October 27, 2026
The bells and incense smoke drifting over Wat Phra That Doi Suthep Ratchaworawihan are familiar to anyone who has made the trip up. For the people of Lanna, the mountain is more than a landmark. It is where the city keeps its faith, handed down through generations. Fewer people know that inside the moat, at Wat Chomphu, stands a chedi more than 600 years old, often described as the twin of the one … Continued
Celebrate Loy Krathong by the Ping River at Kham Dara Restaurant
October 27, 2026
Celebrate Loy Krathong by the Ping River at Kham Dara Restaurant 24 November 2026 | Kham Dara Restaurant, Wat Ket, Chiang Mai Experience the magic of Loy Krathong along the banks of the Ping River as Kham Dara Restaurant invites guests to its “Loy Krathong Riverside Experience 2026” on Tuesday, 24th November 2026. Set in the charming Wat Ket neighbourhood on Charoen Rat Road, the restaurant offers … Continued
MAYA LANNA LANTERN 2026 Celebrates the Magic of Lanna Yi Peng in the Heart of Chiang Mai
October 27, 2026
MAYA Lifestyle Shopping Center invites locals and visitors to experience the enchanting beauty of Lanna culture at “MAYA LANNA LANTERN 2026.” The area in front of the shopping center will be transformed into an artistic showcase featuring “Long Sapao” (the traditional Lanna floating boat ritual), a captivating installation created by VASSANA (Ajarn Wassana Saima), an internationally recognised Lan … Continued
Monk takes in 13 chained dogs after Chang Khlan noise complaints
October 26, 2026
Irish Film Festival returned to Chiang Mai for eighth year
October 26, 2026
Stand-Up Comedy – DWAYNE PERKINS (Netflix) RETURNS – Live in Chiang Mai!
October 3, 2023
𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐋.𝐀. 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐢, 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐲 𝐂𝐥𝐮𝐛 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐤𝐨𝐤 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐞 𝐌𝐞́𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐢 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐚 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐲 𝐯𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐧, 𝐁𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐥𝐲𝐧 𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐃𝐖𝐀𝐘𝐍𝐄 𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐒! After a sold-out Thailand Tour in 2022, DWAYNE PERKINS, as seen on NETFLIX, CONAN, COMEDY CENTRAL and much much more, is back Oct 6th, at LE MÉRIDIEN CHIANG MAI with new jokes and his trademark charm, intelligence and sheer laug … Continued
The First Collaboration between Old Medicine Hospital Thai Massage School Shivagakomarpaj and Bodhi Panya Institute, San Francisco, USA in developing Traditional Thai Massage Program to meet International Standards
June 24, 2023
June 22, 2023: Chiang Mai – Old Medicine Hospital Thai Massage School Shivagakomarpaj held a “Wai Khru” ceremony to pay homage to the venerable teacher “Shivagakomarpaj”, the master of Thai traditional medicine, to enhance auspiciousness in professional endeavors while unveiling the Traditional Thai Massage Program from Old Medicine Hospital, designed to meet international standards in the United … Continued
British Coronation Celebration at The Consul’s Garden
May 6, 2023
On 6 May 2023 there will be a ‘Garden Party’ at the Consul’s Garden from 11am until 6pmto celebrate the coronation of King Charles III. It’s a festival of great food, music & fun for the whole family … not just for British & Commonwealth expats, but for people from everywhere … especially Chiang Mai locals. There will be something for everyone. CORONATION PROCESSION (9am) The Coronation Pr … Continued
The seafood market by chef Carlo at Shangri-La Chiang Mai
October 26, 2022
A memorable night of Bubbles on the Ping
July 12, 2022
What’s happening in Chiang Mai this week!
May 16, 2022
Clean Air White Paper
May 31, 2019
Stand-Up Comedy – DWAYNE PERKINS (Netflix) RETURNS – Live in Chiang Mai!
October 3, 2023
𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐋.𝐀. 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐢, 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐲 𝐂𝐥𝐮𝐛 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐤𝐨𝐤 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐞 𝐌𝐞́𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐢 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐚 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐲 𝐯𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐧, 𝐁𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐥𝐲𝐧 𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐃𝐖𝐀𝐘𝐍𝐄 𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐒! After a sold-out Thailand Tour in 2022, DWAYNE PERKINS, as seen on NETFLIX, CONAN, COMEDY CENTRAL and much much more, is back Oct 6th, at LE MÉRIDIEN CHIANG MAI with new jokes and his trademark charm, intelligence and sheer laug … Continued
The First Collaboration between Old Medicine Hospital Thai Massage School Shivagakomarpaj and Bodhi Panya Institute, San Francisco, USA in developing Traditional Thai Massage Program to meet International Standards
June 24, 2023
June 22, 2023: Chiang Mai – Old Medicine Hospital Thai Massage School Shivagakomarpaj held a “Wai Khru” ceremony to pay homage to the venerable teacher “Shivagakomarpaj”, the master of Thai traditional medicine, to enhance auspiciousness in professional endeavors while unveiling the Traditional Thai Massage Program from Old Medicine Hospital, designed to meet international standards in the United … Continued
British Coronation Celebration at The Consul’s Garden
May 6, 2023
On 6 May 2023 there will be a ‘Garden Party’ at the Consul’s Garden from 11am until 6pmto celebrate the coronation of King Charles III. It’s a festival of great food, music & fun for the whole family … not just for British & Commonwealth expats, but for people from everywhere … especially Chiang Mai locals. There will be something for everyone. CORONATION PROCESSION (9am) The Coronation Pr … Continued
The seafood market by chef Carlo at Shangri-La Chiang Mai
October 26, 2022
A memorable night of Bubbles on the Ping
July 12, 2022
What’s happening in Chiang Mai this week!
May 16, 2022
Clean Air White Paper
May 31, 2019
A Thailand First Arrives in Chiang Mai! AWC Joins Hands with Chiang Mai’s Government Agencies and Local Communities to Create a New Chapter in Travel Experiences, Connecting Chiang Mai’s Rich History, Art, and Priceless Lanna Cultural Heritage Through “Chiang Mai Tram by Lannatique.”
October 22, 2026
Asset World Corp Public Company Limited (AWC), Thailand’s integrated lifestyle real estate developer, has joined forces with public and private sector partners to sign a cooperation framework for the sustainable development of Chiang Mai. The partnership aims to strengthen the tourism ecosystem, integrate urban development, and drive Chiang Mai toward becoming a world-class sustainable tourism des … Continued
Ezy Airlines to Launch Chiang Mai–Mae Hong Son Route in September
July 15, 2026
Ezy Airlines is preparing to launch a new air service between Chiang Mai and Mae Hong Son, with initial flights scheduled to begin on 17th September 2026 and full operations from 1st October. The new route aims to improve connectivity between the two northern provinces while supporting tourism and regional economic activity. On 14th July, Ezy Airlines executive Thanee Tharapak and representatives … Continued
Infinity Star Language School Opens New Branch at Kad Farang, Hang Dong
September 9, 2025
Infinity Star Language School is proud to announce the grand opening of its newest branch on the 2nd floor of the Kad Farang Village in Hang Dong, located inside the Rimping Supermarket building. The school is dedicated to helping students of all ages build strong language foundations for a brighter future. Approved by the Ministry of Education, Infinity Star Language School is led by School Direc … Continued
Artistry in bloom at Anantara Chiang Mai Resort
September 5, 2025
Chiang Mai starts vaccinating 5-12 year olds
February 8, 2022
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ez_Nq3yG0d8 Deputy Governor Worawit Chaisawas announced that 12,000 doses of vaccines are now being readied to be administered to children between the ages of 5-12 years old. Six thousand does have arrived and six more are on the way, said the deputy governor. The province of Chiang Mai has a total of 152,064 children in this age group with 876,137 hav … Continued
87,137 children 5-11 yrs registered for Pfizer
February 3, 2022
Yesterday the Office of Education Chiang Mai announced that of the1,240 schools and educational institutes across Chiang Mai 844 may begin on site learning again, with 397 still waiting for the green light. Of the 152,064 children between the ages of 5-11 years old in Chiang Mai, the first group to be vaccinated will be those who suffer from one of seven underlying diseases; 7 underlying diseas … Continued
Mild symptoms across the board
January 11, 2022
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TpKm2ga85go While 601 people have tested positive over the past week or so in Chiang Mai, all report mild symptoms and authorities say that there is not much cause for concern. The latest cluster has come from restaurant and partygoers, mainly after the long New Year weekend, said a representative of the Covid Response Centre. However, all patients report no or mild … Continued
Red Cross Winter Fair postponed again
December 21, 2021
Concerns over crowded pubs
December 20, 2021
Last nine patients leave field hospital
December 16, 2021
Today’s report from the Covid Response Centre
December 9, 2021
Spas and massages reopen
December 8, 2021
Documents required to drink alcohol in restaurants
December 8, 2021
CENTRAL Kids Balance Bike Championship Opens Registration for Young Riders in Chiang Mai
May 22, 2026
Chiang Mai’s young cycling enthusiasts are invited to join the CENTRAL Kids Balance Bike Championship, a fun-filled racing event designed for children aged 3–5 years old. The competition will take place on 24 May 2026 from 1:00 PM onwards at the Kids Department, 4th Floor, Central Festival Chiang Mai. The event offers an exciting opportunity for young riders to showcase their speed and confidence … Continued
Anantara Chiang Mai Resort Introduces wellness membership
March 8, 2025
Embark on a transformative journey of health and relaxation with the exclusive Anantara Wellness Membership at Anantara Chiang Mai Resort. Designed for those who value balance, rejuvenation and a holistic approach to living well, this membership offers unparalleled access to the resort’s world-class wellness and leisure facilities. From state-of-the-art fitness equipment to tranquil riverside rela … Continued
Lanna Rugby Club deliver the inaugural Chiang Mai Rugby Se7ens Tournament to help support disadvantaged children in Northern Thailand
September 25, 2024
Lanna Rugby Club deliver the inaugural Chiang Mai Rugby Se7ens Tournament to help support disadvantaged children in Northern Thailand. Chiang Mai, Thailand — The inaugural Chiangmai 7s showcased an exhilarating day of running rugby, drawing teams from across the region and thrilling fans with spirited competition. It was also great to see the young athletes from both the Baan Dek Foundation and Ki … Continued
Chiangmai Rugby Sevens: A Thrilling Showcase of Talent and Sportsmanship
September 19, 2024
Siam Lanna Gin
November 5, 2023
Teen falls into hot springs
September 6, 2023
Fake King’s Cup ticket scams
September 6, 2023
Doi Suthep has a twin in the old city, and it comes without the mountain
October 27, 2026
The bells and incense smoke drifting over Wat Phra That Doi Suthep Ratchaworawihan are familiar to anyone who has made the trip up. For the people of Lanna, the mountain is more than a landmark. It is where the city keeps its faith, handed down through generations. Fewer people know that inside the moat, at Wat Chomphu, stands a chedi more than 600 years old, often described as the twin of the one … Continued
Celebrate Loy Krathong by the Ping River at Kham Dara Restaurant
October 27, 2026
Celebrate Loy Krathong by the Ping River at Kham Dara Restaurant 24 November 2026 | Kham Dara Restaurant, Wat Ket, Chiang Mai Experience the magic of Loy Krathong along the banks of the Ping River as Kham Dara Restaurant invites guests to its “Loy Krathong Riverside Experience 2026” on Tuesday, 24th November 2026. Set in the charming Wat Ket neighbourhood on Charoen Rat Road, the restaurant offers … Continued
MAYA LANNA LANTERN 2026 Celebrates the Magic of Lanna Yi Peng in the Heart of Chiang Mai
October 27, 2026
MAYA Lifestyle Shopping Center invites locals and visitors to experience the enchanting beauty of Lanna culture at “MAYA LANNA LANTERN 2026.” The area in front of the shopping center will be transformed into an artistic showcase featuring “Long Sapao” (the traditional Lanna floating boat ritual), a captivating installation created by VASSANA (Ajarn Wassana Saima), an internationally recognised Lan … Continued
Monk takes in 13 chained dogs after Chang Khlan noise complaints
October 26, 2026
Irish Film Festival returned to Chiang Mai for eighth year
October 26, 2026
Tiffin carriers out in force as vegetarian festival opens at Chiang Mai shrine
October 10, 2026
Chiang Mai residents turned up at Pung Tao Gong Shrine in Mueang district on the first day of the 2026 vegetarian festival carrying tiffin carriers and food boxes, lining up for free vegetarian meals handed out by the shrine and a group of donors. One woman said she had brought four tiffin tiers, enough to feed the whole household. The free food saves her several meals’ worth of money, she said, w … Continued
Green algae spreads across Chiang Mai reservoir
September 9, 2026
A thick layer of green algae has spread across the surface of Nong Khiao Reservoir at Chiang Mai Provincial Administrative Organisation (PAO) Park, prompting officials to urgently begin removing the decaying algae and investigate the cause. The reservoir has recently turned visibly green as algae rapidly spread across the surface, affecting water quality and causing parts of the reservoir to begin … Continued
Flash flooding hits Mae Ai as heavy rain continues, agencies step up monitoring
July 30, 2026
On 30th July, heavy rain began falling in Mae Ai district from 4am, causing flash flooding. A total of three villages across two sub-districts were affected. Ban Hong Luang, Village 8, Mae Ai sub-district — The Mae Ai stream overflowed into two homes, a temple and community roads after debris blocked the flow beneath a bridge crossing the stream. Mae Ai district chief Nitipakorn Saengsuwan, who al … Continued
Teens steal 8k of ice cream from Doi Suthep shop
February 24, 2025
Police say that two teens were caught on CCTV stealing 8,000 baht’s worth of ice creams, clearing out the ice cream fridge at a souvenir shop in the Wat Phra That Doi Suthep area. According to police, the same teens had been seen littering piles of ice cream wrappers two days previously at a Doi Suthep viewpoint. Their yearning for ice cream unabated, .they presumably returned for some more. Polic … Continued
Two Colombian thieves arrested
November 21, 2024
Police have arrested two Colombian men, both 20 years old, after they broke into some houses, stealing over one million baht of watches and money from one particular house owned by a Chinese expatriate. A third man is being sought as an accomplice. The three men arrived in Bangkok in October and bought a second hand car before driving up to Chiang Rai and eventually Chiang Mai where they rented a … Continued
Woman scammed over 40,500 handbag
January 20, 2022
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kr8BwS9bFts A 28 year old woman made a report yesterday at Chiang Mai Police Station after being conned online. According to the woman, she had ordered a second hand Celine handbag which was selling online for 40,500 baht (new is 45,000 baht), after being sent a photograph of proof of authenticity. However, when her package arrived all she was sent was … Continued
Man disrupts Suan Dok community early this morning
December 16, 2021
Three found dead in condo after dramatic police siege
March 8, 2021
Father confesses to poisoning and killing seven day old baby
September 25, 2020
Foreign man injured by falling metal from truck
July 23, 2020
Mains water to be shut in San Pranet
July 21, 2020
Chiangmai Ram Hospital to Host Healthy Family Expo 2026 at Central Chiangmai
August 1, 2026
Chiangmai Ram Hospital, in collaboration with Central Chiangmai, will host the Healthy Family Expo 2026 under the theme “Growing Healthy Together” from 2nd to 3rd August 2026. The event marks the 33rd anniversary of Chiangmai Ram Hospital and celebrates the hospital’s longstanding commitment to providing healthcare services to residents of Chiang Mai and Northern Thailand. Taking place at the prom … Continued
InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping Welcomes Guests to Newly Opened Club InterContinental Lounge and The ii Spa Paying Tribute to Lanna Opulence
March 16, 2025
InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping Welcomes Guests to Newly Opened Club InterContinental Lounge and The ii Spa, Paying Tribute to Lanna Opulence InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping, owned and developed by Thailand’s leading integrated lifestyle real estate group Asset World Corporation (AWC) and managed by IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group), has expanded its range of luxury amenities w … Continued
The Department of Mental Health in cooperation with The National Institute for Emergency Medicine launched the first manual of psychiatric patient assistance
July 1, 2024
June 24th 2024, Suanprung Psychiatric Hospital, piloted the PEMS: Psychiatric Emergency Medical Services project to develop guidelines for organizing psychiatric emergency medical services in Health Region 1. Those who are responsible for psychiatry and medical services, including emergency doctors at hospitals in Health Region 1 in the government and private sectors, local government organization … Continued
Waiting list for traditional Thai massage with cannabis oil
February 18, 2022
Spas and massages reopen
December 8, 2021
Two paths for vaccinations for expats
August 2, 2021
Updated info on travel
April 11, 2021
Covid checkup centre overflowing
April 11, 2021
Covid test announcements
April 9, 2021
Chiang Mai joins 15 stranded Ukrainians in fundraising
March 10, 2022
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hu9FyWjF9Mk Just under a week before Vladimir Putin’s army invaded Ukraine, fifteen young Ukrainian programmers arrived in Chiang Mai. They were brought here to work on a joint French-Ukrainian project at Yellow, an incubator and co-working space populated mostly by those working in the crypto/blockchain industry set in the heart of Nimmanhaemin. These young … Continued
Tha Pae gathering spotlights political prisoners
April 5, 2021
The Muang People Movement group and the Wilar Party gathered at Tha Pae Gate on Sunday in a cycling activity aimed at raising awareness about and sending support to political prisoners. The gathering called for justice for political prisoners and signs were held, photos of those arrested featured and a group cycled around the moat. The group says that it will continue to organise peaceful activiti … Continued
Chiang Mai police want to keep young people safe this Valentine’s day
February 14, 2020
CityNews – 14th February 2020, The police have served notice that they will be keeping an eye on Valentine’s Day celebrations that might expose young people to illegal activities such as under-age drinking, prostitution, drugs, lewdness or assault. The message is clear: if your business is having an event to celebrate this day of love, make sure that you comply with the necessary laws and regulati … Continued
e-Driver license is to be eligible as of Sep 20th
September 17, 2019
Police warn of scam call demanding compensation from fake accident
September 12, 2019
Authorities warn against importing pet snakes, as it can violate the law
September 5, 2019
Mentally unstable woman assaults a woman at Maejo University
September 4, 2019
FFP Wins Chiang Mai Election with Flying Colours
May 27, 2019
Chiang Mai Provincial Park welcomes rare pheasants to delight visitors
October 2, 2025
Chiang Mai’s Provincial Administrative Organisation (PAO) Park has expanded its collection of animals, adding several rare and beautiful pheasants to its grounds to enhance the park’s appeal as a popular leisure and tourism destination. PAO Chairman Pichai Lertpongadisorn formally received the new additions, which include three pairs of Hume’s pheasants and two pairs of White Eared pheasants from … Continued
After nearly half a century, Warorot Market escalator will soon be working again
October 1, 2025
Most of us don’t recall the escalator inside Warorot Market ever having worked. While the market itself was built 115 years ago, it was around 50 years ago that the escalator was installed, to what we are told was much fanfare at the time—it being one of the first in the North of Thailand. Unfortunately after being in operation for only a few years the escalator broke down and there was no budget, … Continued
7 เส้นทาง ใน 2 เมือง ‘ยลลำปางพลัสลำพูน’ กับการท่องเที่ยวแห่งประเทศไทย
July 15, 2020
วัดพระพุทธบาทสุทธาวาส จ. ลำปาง และแล้วฤดูฝนก็มาถึงเมืองเหนืออย่างสมบูรณ์แบบ ช่วงเวลานี้คงไม่มีอะไรที่ดีไปกว่าการได้พาตัวเองออกมาสูดอากาศเย็นๆ ท่ามกลางบรรยากาศสีเขียวขจีที่รายล้อม ก็เลยอยากชวนไปใช้ชีวิตช้าๆ ในเมืองน่ารัก กับ 7 เส้นทาง ใน 2 เมือง ‘ยลลำปางพลัสลำพูน’ กับการท่องเที่ยวแห่งประเทศไทย ที่นอกจากจะได้ชมทะเลหมอก โอบกอดธรรมชาติ ยังได้นั่งรถม้าเยี่ยมชมชุมชนเล็กๆ แวะทานอาหารมื้ออร่อย จิบกาแฟกลิ่ … Continued
Taking the pollution issue to Bangkok
August 22, 2019
Thai elephant industry responds to New Zealand media attack
August 6, 2019
Citylife Joins TAT Tour of Nakhon Sawan
December 4, 2017
Nakhon Sawan hits high season as travelers flock to the city to experience the exotic activities they have on offer. Citylife takes a trip to see what new is on offer this year and spy out the best spots in the province that can’t be missed.
Chiang Mai Welcomes a VR Experince
October 19, 2017
On October 17, the VR Cafe located in Chang Klan invited a number of press outlets to experience and promote their brand new VR cafe, equipped with top of the range VR equipment for all ages to enjoy.
Heavenly Culture, World Pace, Restoration of Light
August 24, 2016
Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL) is a global organization found in South Korea by Chairman Man Hee Lee, that is committed to spreading world peace through their Legislate Peace Campaign. HWPL and it’s three years of community support from all over the world hope to pass the Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War (DPCW) to the United Nations, an enforceable law that would preserve human rights by refraining States from using military force that would, in turn, impact another’s political independence and freedom.
Letter Response: Elderly Friendly?
September 15, 2015
Perfect Balance by Monocle
July 22, 2015
Meeting of Styles Comes to Chiang Mai
April 21, 2015
Obituary: Robert ‘Bob’ Tilley (B.12.06.1938 – D. 05.03.2015)
March 20, 2015
Cold Sport in a Hot Climate: Ball Hockey in Chiang Mai
October 9, 2014
7 เส้นทาง ใน 2 เมือง ‘ยลลำปางพลัสลำพูน’ กับการท่องเที่ยวแห่งประเทศไทย
July 15, 2020
วัดพระพุทธบาทสุทธาวาส จ. ลำปาง และแล้วฤดูฝนก็มาถึงเมืองเหนืออย่างสมบูรณ์แบบ ช่วงเวลานี้คงไม่มีอะไรที่ดีไปกว่าการได้พาตัวเองออกมาสูดอากาศเย็นๆ ท่ามกลางบรรยากาศสีเขียวขจีที่รายล้อม ก็เลยอยากชวนไปใช้ชีวิตช้าๆ ในเมืองน่ารัก กับ 7 เส้นทาง ใน 2 เมือง ‘ยลลำปางพลัสลำพูน’ กับการท่องเที่ยวแห่งประเทศไทย ที่นอกจากจะได้ชมทะเลหมอก โอบกอดธรรมชาติ ยังได้นั่งรถม้าเยี่ยมชมชุมชนเล็กๆ แวะทานอาหารมื้ออร่อย จิบกาแฟกลิ่ … Continued
เชียงใหม่จัดยิ่งใหญ่ จุดเทียนถวายอาลัย พสกนิกรกว่า 3.5 หมื่นร่วมพิธี ล้นอุทยานหลวงฯ
November 3, 2016
วันที่ 2 พ.ย.59 เวลา 18.39 น. ที่ลานหน้าหอคำหลวง อุทยานหลวงราชพฤกษ์ จังหวัดเชียงใหม่ ม.ล.ปนัดดา ดิศกุล รัฐมนตรีประจำสำนักนายกรัฐมนตรี ร่วมกับประชาชนชาวเชียงใหม่กว่า 35,000 คน นำโดย นายปวิณ ชำนิประศาสน์ ผู้ว่าราชการจังหวัดเชียงใหม่ จัดพิธีจุดเทียนถวายอาลัยพระบาทสมเด็จพระปรมินทรมหาภูมิพลอดุลยเดช โดยพสกนิกรชาวเชียงใหม่ทั้งหมดที่มาร่วมพิธียืนเต็มทั้งลานราษฎร์รักบาท (บริเวณหน้าหอคำหลวง) และลานราชพฤกษ์ ซึ่งจุคนได้ราว 20,000 คน รวมทั้งเต็มลานต้นโพธิ์แห่งความจงรักษ์ภักดี
ทางแยกแม่โจ้: Maejo Junction and Ping River Expansion
August 6, 2015
ใครๆที่ได้ขับรถผ่านแยกแม่โจ้ บนถนนซุปเปอร์ไฮเวย์ ไม่นานมานี้ อาจสังเกตเห็นว่าไหล่ทางที่เคยเรียงรายไปด้วยต้นมะฮอกกะนีสูงใหญ่นั้น ปัจจุบันมีแต่รถแทรกเตอร์จอดระเกะระกะเต็มไปหมด สำหรับพวกเราส่วนมาก นี่เป็นเพียงสิ่งผ่านตาเราไปโดยไม่ได้รับความใส่ใจ แต่สำหรับชาวบ้านในละแวกนั้นแล้ว โครงการก่อสร้างครั้งนี้จะมีผลกระทบต่อวิถีชีวิตของพวกเขาอย่างหลีกเลี่ยงไม่ได้ บริษัทเชียงใหม่ คอนสตรัคชัน ได้เซ็นสัญญากับกรมทางหลวงเพื่อที่จะขุดอุโมงค์ขนาด 6 เลน ใต้แยกแม่โจ้ และขยายถนนซุปเปร์ไฮเวย์ เป็น 10 เลน ไปเป็นที่เรียบร้อยแล้ว
Marketing Officer / Marketing Coordinator 2 positions
Marketing Officer / Marketing Coordinator 2 position (Native English or German is advantage) Responsibilities Face to face marketing, presentations and exhibitions with domestic and international travel required at times Present a professional image to our agents and potential customers Create content for online marketing and social media Cooperate with other departments to market and promo … Continued
Communications Officer Wanted
We are seeking a Communications Officer (CO) to manage donor, sponsor and supporter communications on behalf of the organisation. This includes drafting sponsor proposals to fund community-run projects, writing project reports, overseeing social media and managing the communications strategy of PCF. The CO will work closely with the Project Coordinator and report to the Executive Director.