More than 100 officers from the Protected Area Regional Office 16 together with staff from over 10 affiliated agencies visited the blood bank at Maharaj Nakorn Hospital to donate blood for Thai soldiers injured in clashes along the Thai–Cambodian border. The donation drive was led by Samanuk Thaopha, Director of the Forest Fire Control and Operations Division who led more than 100 officials in a s … Continued
Tanboon Company’s three leading Chiang Mai properties: Eastin Tan Hotel Chiang Mai, U Nimman Chiang Mai and Travelodge Nimman Chiang Mai came together to host their annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, presenting a unified festive experience under the theme “Sustainable Joy for a Greener Future.” This year’s celebration highlights each hotel’s commitment to environmental stewardship and cultur … Continued
The Tourist Boat Association of Baan Mae Sam Lap, Sop Moei District, Mae Hong Son, has launched its Salween River route, and they invite you to all come check it out. Ten boats, each able to take a dozen tourists per trip, will either travel downstream from the village, or upstream. The boat hire cost is around 1,000 baht per boat for a short trip to 3,500 baht to go for an overnighter. Cont … Continued
The highly acclaimed Ekachan Restaurant by the river, which grew out of a food stall in Ploen Ruedee Market, has now opened a new restaurant—Chantaros at Airport Plaza. Serving up classical central Thai cuisine through new sleight-of-hand innovations, Chantaros is a great spot to take in a great meal anytime during the day while you are shopping, or while waiting for your flight. Facebook: Chantar … Continued
Botanic Festival 2026: “The Queen Mother’s Garden” — Thailand’s Grandest Botanical Festival Awaits! The Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden, under the Botanical Garden Organization, Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, warmly invites you to the Botanic Festival 2026: “The Queen Mother’s Garden”, taking place from 24 December 2025 to 4 January 2026, from 09:00 – 16:30 hrs. at the event grounds s … Continued
Anantara Chiang Mai Resort proudly announces Peru–Lanna Nights, a two-evening cultural and culinary celebration honouring the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Peru and Thailand. In collaboration with the Embassy of Peru, the event brings together the vibrant traditions of both nations, paying tribute to six decades of friendship through the universal language of food, culture, and … Continued
Vendors in Chiang Mai have donated over 60,000 baht to Support Hatyai Hospital’s Flood Recovery Efforts At Chiang Mai Municipality Hall, vendors from the Chiang Mai Sunday Walking Street, together with the Walking Street Committee and Chiang Mai Municipality, united in a charitable effort to support Hatyai Hospital, which suffered significant damage from recent severe flooding. On Sunday, vendors … Continued
Happening this 5–6 December 2025 — The Second Chiang Mai Ethnic Market at Lan Din, Ram Poeng Road! Discover a vibrant gathering that celebrates the rich cultural diversity of ethnic communities from Thailand and Myanmar. Stroll through the market and explore handcrafted products, woven textiles, local dishes, and fresh produce, all showcasing the identity and traditions of each community. Enjoy li … Continued
Chiang Mai’s continuing cold spell has boosted blanket sales at Nawarat Market, where vendors report demand rising several-fold this week. Popular items include quilts, fleece blankets, grey khee-nga blankets and cartoon designs priced from 100 baht. Many buyers from highland areas — where temperatures are even lower — have come down to purchase in bulk. Several organisations have also placed larg … Continued