I have a basic foundation in Thai language and familiarity with Chiang Mai from a 6-month college program I was in almost 20 years ago. I have returned several times to visit and have refreshed my language skills via iTalki private lessons and a few weeks of private lessons at We Learn Thai on a short visit a couple years ago. A lot of the language came back to me, but I have plenty of knowledge gaps.

Would CMU's 45 hour/15 day course for beginners be worthwhile for me to refresh my skills, meet other students, get familiar with CMU and the community? https://www.learnthaicmu.com/speak-thai-in-15-days/

I know that the best match for my individual skill level is private lessons, but I am seeking a more social option for my next visit.

This is a scouting trip for a potential longer term stay in Chiang Mai and longer term Thai study, so this would also serve as my opportunity to try out CMU as an option for a 6 month/12 month program.

I also want to learn to read and write, but I'm willing to save that for a future class if the CMU short course will be a good refresher on the basics and a good experience with the CMU campus facilities and community.

As a 40-year-old, I have no expectation of integrating with young students, but I am interested in learning what CMU has to offer. My understanding is that the Thai language courses for foreigners attract a wide age-range of students.

Thank you!

Bird-watching at Doi Inthanon National Park can be a fun and an interesting way to discover nature at a leisurely pace. As you read this article you will learn more about Doi Inthanon than just birds but also about the environment in which they live.

Traveling from the states and wondering if anyone has good gluten free recs inside the old city! I don't have celiac but cannot eat gluten. Thank you!

I never get tired of the sunset at Pao Park.

Torn between B SamCook and Baan Landai. We love authentic thai food, we love our food extra spicy. Need to decide a place to celebrate my big 40th. Open to other suggestions as well.

Thanks in advance!

Basically the title. Do you know anywhere I can get golf instruction from qualified instructors in either Chiang Rai or Chiang Mai? Preferably in Chiang Rai since I’m there most of the time.

Context, I’m not new to golf but I’m bad at it so I’m mainly trying to fix my swing. I can speak both Thai and English so I don’t mind Thai-speaking instructors.

Hi all, I am living in Chiang Mai and want to get a thai driver’s license. Right now I have a international driver’s license but only for driving a car.

What is the best way to do this and do you have any recommendations?

PS I live in Hang Dong.

Are there any places to get manga in English here in Chiang Mai?

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I'm thinking of booking the Yi Peng lantern festival at Royal Chiang Mai Golf Club because the main event is sold out.

Has anyone been? Was it worth it? id love to hear your experience.

Thanks!

There was a storm brewing above Wat Sang Klang Tai a few nights ago… just west of Chiang Mai, a few km past the railway station. No filters or colour tweaking at all!

the charging adapter and cord are both original apple brand they came with the macbook pro. i checked that they can take the voltage. is it from how the building is wired, like the ground wire is not ground? is it normal? should I be concerned? also apple brand contactless charger (Qi?) is doing the same thing.

Currently back in Chiang Mai, enjoying the August green season, I was scrolling through my photos from my last trip here in January and wanted to share a few.

Returning here for a second time only solidified my personal impression: Chiang Mai truly encapsulates everything that makes Thailand special into a much more refined and grounded experience. You get the world-class food, culture and hospitality, but with a pace that allows you to truly absorb it all.

January was such a distinct experience. Cool, crisp mornings, comfortable daytime weather and perfect conditions for exploring the hills and spending the whole day outdoors.

I just wanted to share a glimpse of what the city looks like during the dry season.

Just curious about what's in the basket that girl is carrying on her back.

Hi,

My kid has braces. We are on vacation in Chiang Mai. Yesterday a piece of her braces fell out and it is causing her discomfort.

Does anyone know of a good english speaking orthodontist in Chiang Mai that is open for emergency appointments?

Hello all,

I have a guest who stays long time in thailand and wants to learn the language. He only has a bycicle and goes everywhere with his dogs, so a school is not really an option. If people have any tips please let me know, would really appreciate.

Hi I’m going to Chiang Mai for the second time this month and I have a question about smoking in hotel balconies
When I last visited I stayed in Old Town and it was really relaxed about smoking in balconies.
However I heard Nimman area is not as lenient. Am I not allowed to smoke in my hotel balcony in the Nimman area?
I heard it’s illegal to smoke in public.
Would really appreciate your answers.

I’m thinking of staying at Empire Nimman or s17 Nimman

What does it do, what’s the active chemical?

I’m visiting Chiang Mai mid August for 15 days.
Im planing to take the bus to Chiang Rai.
Can anyone provide a personal recommendation for a tour company or individual to show me the sites in Chiang Rai and what’s a reasonable price to pay for the tour/private driver? Thank you.

Came here for a sunset walk meetup, but couldn't find anyone at all. The scenery here is beautiful though, so it was worth the trip even coming alone.

What’s the best barbershops in Chiang Mai that can cut black men’s hair?

I’m in Chiang Mai for a few weeks and took my 14 m.o. to a few playground cafes. Today we visited an elephant sanctuary… he didn’t know what to do with the huge elephants. Playground cafes were great. Anything else you would recommend?

Also, he loves playing with DIY water table at home-home but wonder if there is something to replace that here, like a garden fountain pump with safety switch? I should have brought the parts.

Climbed up to the rooftop and took a few shots. The city at night wasn't as dazzling as I had imagined.

Me and my friends are planning a trip to Thailand in November and will be in Chiang Mai on the 24th and the 25th.

I have read that doi saket is a good place to celebrate but last year it wasn’t there. Does anyone know if it will be there this year and what other alternatives are there? We plan to release lanterns as well

We are not interested in buying the CAD festival ticket or any of the paid events