I spent weeks exploring Northern Thailand in January 2026. Rode a scooter from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai. Did the Samoeng Loop. Visited Mae Kampong. Spent a couple days in Mae Salong. And the weather? Perfect every single day. Cool
Riding a scooter in Northern Thailand is one of the best ways to explore the mountains, villages, and scenic roads around Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai. I’ve personally done this and I can definitely recommend it. Every time you leave
Traveling from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai is a common route for visitors exploring Northern Thailand. The two cities are about 200 kilometers apart and connected by scenic mountain roads. There are several ways to travel between them either by
Mae Kampong Village in Chiang Mai is one of the most charming mountain villages in northern Thailand. Located about 50 kilometers east of Chiang Mai, the village is known for its wooden houses, forest setting, small cafés, and peaceful atmosphere.
Most travelers visiting Chiang Rai know about the White Temple and Blue Temple. But Wat Huay Pla Kang, home to the giant Guan Yin statue in Chiang Rai, often gets overlooked. Wat Huay Pla Kang in Chiang Rai is one
Most travelers visit Mae Salong from Chiang Rai for a few hours. They drive up. Take some photos at a viewpoint. Maybe stop at a tea shop. Then drive back down the same day. It’s treated as a scenic stop.
Let me start by saying I don’t like comparisons. But this is a very popular debate and a lot of people have questions about it. So let’s address it properly. And just to be clear, this is not a comparison-style
I asked the receptionist at my hostel for recommendations. She gave me a list. White Temple. Blue Temple. Waterfall Café. All the Instagram spots. The usual stuff. Then I asked her, “What about Chiang Rai River Beach?” She paused. Looked
This hidden place on the Samoeng Loop is one of the most underrated places near Chiang Mai. The tower is located in the mountains outside Chiang Mai along the famous Samoeng Loop route, one of Northern Thailand’s most scenic drives.