Citylife’s annual charity fair with loads of goods and activities, a tombola, silent and live auction and more!

Switzerland is one of the leading countries in the world when it comes to training skills in hospitality, and now there is an opportunity to study and become qualified in Swiss level restaurant and F&B operational management right here in Chiang Mai.

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.

Citylife Garden Fair recipients reveal the projects paid for by all of your kind donations and support.

Step away from the noise and bustle of Nimmanhaemin Road into the restful and modern three-storey complex of Kantary Terrace and there, at its very heart, you will find Café Kantary, the most charming space to enjoy quality coffee.

Our Thailand is a beautiful country, full of beautiful places and beautiful people, but we are destroying it through our careless use of plastic bags. Wouldn’t it be wonderful to see everyone carrying their own reusable bags and containers around on Tuesday and all vendors not having to give out any single use plastic bags?

“Divorce rates vary worldwide, with some cultures and countries seeing over 50% of marriages fail,” said Adele Theron, author of the internationally acclaimed book Naked Divorce and renowned expert in saving marriages.

There’s now a new SIM by LINE Mobile that allows you to get high-speed internet through a super simple online process, at a great price, and it’s all in English!

After hanging on, waiting, pining for a whole 14 years, The Incredibles have finally returned to the big screen much to the ecstatic screams of fans like me.

On October last year, it was announced that Chiang Mai received recognition as a UNESCO Creative City of Crafts and Folk Art along with over a hundred other cities worldwide. The achievement, which has yet again brought validity to Chiang Mai’s distinctive culture, marked a significant milestone for those who have been working on the project for years.

Everyone knows that the best way to explore a country is by road, and with Southeast Asia’s narrow mountain trails and muddy paths, the only way to do it is on a motorcycle.

The moment is upon us! The much anticipated menu from two-star Michelin chef, Chef Daniel Cheung begins today at Shangri-La Hotel Chiang Mai.

Chiang Mai is no longer trailing behind Bangkok and Phuket as a gastronomic destination, thanks to the great chefs living and working in this city, restaurateurs and hoteliers who invite exciting world standard chefs to visit as well as our own great love of food.

You arrive in a new city eager to see the sights and learn a bit about the culture, the history, the people, the food and … well, everything, really. Of course, your need somewhere fairly central to stay – you don’t want to waste half of your valuable holiday time just getting to the places you want to visit – and you need a decent breakfast if you are really going to take full advantage of all that a new city can place before you.

Who doesn’t like pizza? Well, my mum but she’s weird. A look at the finest pizzarias in Chiang Mai chosen by the people who live here.

The slow and gently Lanna service is abundant and the relaxed pace of the city makes it a perfect place to leave time at the doorstep and escape into a world of luxurious massages, beautiful aromas and the odd crack of the neck.

Steve Yarnold points his camera towards our city’s new bus service to see if hopping on the number nine is worth all the effort!

April might be the hottest month of the year in Thailand, but it also is when one of most festive holidays of the year is celebrated: Songkran Festival or the Thai New Year.

Step into the welcoming open space of the majestic Reception area for a few moments while your check in is processed.

One of the joys of visiting Elephant Parade Land or seeing some of Chiang Mai’s most well-known elephant statues pop up in cities around the world is to discover new designs, often created by world famous artists and celebrities. In Chiang Mai, the newest designs are hand painted onto elephants of all sizes, and the best are selected for sale in any one of their stores found in Chiang Mai and overseas.

Chiang Mai’s home-grown Oasis Spa is one of Thailand’s most well-known and famous spas, recognised for its exquisite spas, each unique and beautifully designed, with the recognisable Oasis Spa style that has been often emulated, but never quite copied.

Born in Northeast India himself, director Sanjib Dey is introducing his hometown to the world with stories of the civilians who are the victims of war and political unrest in the area – both directly and indirectly – through three separate stories inspired by true events.

This eerie echo was emerging from the work Signal, an installation by Thai filmmaker Nipan Oranniwesna.

Citylife has followed many events that come and go in Chiang Mai but we can genuinely say that this one was something special. We hope that Jai Thep Festival will succeed and grow for years to come.

An article by Citizen News Service shared with Citylife criticising the decision to ban women who are menstruating to visit the shrine outside of Maya Lifestyle Shopping Center.

Today all these communities continue to coexist in Wat Gate while retaining their cultural heritage.

What many may not know is that Elephant Parade also delve into the world of Business to Business sales and bespoke designs for companies and individuals.

Art comes in many forms, a beautiful painting, a well made sculpture, a harrowing film that grips the imagination. All these art forms share the same quality, a need to visually express something to convey an emotional impact.

With summer just around the corner, it is time for Chiang Mai residents to prepare to mask up to confront the seasonal haze caused by forest fires and agricultural crop burning. Bummer! But don’t give up hope! There’s good stuff going on – and you can be part of the solution!

With the lingering winter winds still chilling our air, it’s easy to get momentarily disorientated when sitting in the tastefully designed Daddy’s Antique Café & Restaurant into thinking you were in a trendy café in some German city on a summer’s day.

As both a driver and a rider of Uber, I can tell you that the life of an Uber driver is the same world over. As for new Uber cities like Chiang Mai, there are obviously kinks that need to be ironed out.

Until very recently, local foodies had to either be rather wealthy, or save and scrimp, for the chance to travel abroad to experience a Michelin starred meal.

With the Michelin Guide’s arrival to Thailand late last year, seventeen Bangkok restaurants were awarded a star each, placing them on the world culinary map.

For those of you who may know the name, Le Bistrot de Chiang Mai is now under new ownership, creating a more refined, more welcoming menu and atmosphere.

Coming up next month is one of the most inspiring events of the year, TEDxChiangMai. Gathering 20 masterminds and three performers from both local and international under the theme “Our Common Future.”