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December 7, 2017
The peak of Phu Chi Fah
On the border of Thailand and Laos is the impressive 1,700 metre peak of Phu Chi Fah. If you make the short climb up the mountain (around 760m from the car park) you will be rewarded with breathtaking views, and a near bird’s eye view of Bokeo province valley and the mighty Mekong River below.…
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December 4, 2017
Tedx Chiang Mai 2018
Tedx Chiang Mai. Saturday, February 10th 2018 – Save the date, because the world famous Ted Talks are coming back to Chiang Mai! The x version of Ted Talks is designed to help communities, organizations and individuals connect and spark conversations about local issues and successes. The focus of Tedx talks are more local, or with…
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November 28, 2017
The healing arts of the Amanpuri Spa
What should you expect from one of the leading spas in the country, if not in the world? With Thailand being home of the massage and the hotel being the flagship property for a leading luxury brand, my hopes were high. Luckily, as expected, the massage was nothing short of amazing! I only spent one…
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November 27, 2017
Nama: A journey into Japanese cuisine on Phuket
With the Amanpuri celebrating its 30th birthday soon, Nama is an early gift from the two Aman properties in Japan. A dignified dining experience bringing the finest elements of Japanese culture to meet the high standards of the Aman brand, Nama truly is a taste of Japan. As with most elements in Japanese culture, there…
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November 22, 2017
Baan Lam Yai – Luxury Villa For Sale
Many tourists come back to Chiang Mai again and again. There is something about this place that is captivating. Perhaps it is the natural lifestyle, or the relaxed vibe, or perhaps Chiang Mai offers an unparalleled level of luxury, one that allows you to relax and experience nature in its full glory, while also removing…
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November 21, 2017
Baan Lam Yai – Luxury Villa For Sale
Many tourists come back to Chiang Mai again and again. There is something about this place that is captivating. Perhaps it is the natural lifestyle, or the relaxed vibe, or perhaps Chiang Mai offers an unparalleled level of luxury, one that allows you to relax and experience nature in its full glory, while also removing…
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November 17, 2017
The Trees of Chiang Mai
A friend of mine is a self confessed tree lover and takes photos of all the amazing trees she sees in her travels, which prompted me to start looking at the beautiful trees around me. Some of Chiang Mai’s trees are protected and wrapped in multi-coloured cloth to signify them as designated homes for spirits…
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A little Map of Memories
We all have that special place that brings back beautiful memories. For some that’s walking around the streets of Paris with a loved one, for others it’s exploring a crazy Asian city by scooter or by foot, marveling at the skyscrapers in Tokyo or getting lost along little alleys in Venice. Those memories make us…
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November 15, 2017
‘Luxurious Chiang Mai’ 奢华清迈 – released in China
Luxurious Chiang Mai has finally been released in Chinese! Available now on Amazon China and selected bookshops throughout the country. A big thanks to Zou and the translators for making this happen! 多姿多彩的清迈（一位旅居泰国多年的旅游行家为您精心打造的清迈完美之旅) 清迈的五星级酒店 餐厅 和观光旅行指南 内容简介 清迈是一生中必去的旅行目的地之一，那里有美丽的金色庙宇、群山绵延的壮观景色、令人垂涎欲滴的各类美食，还有舒适奢华的酒店、诚挚贴心的服务、精彩纷呈的节日、丰富多彩的活动——只要你来，一定不虚此行。本书详述了清迈奢华之旅所需的各类信息，发掘了清迈鲜为人知的亮点，从自然风景到奢华酒店，从精致料理到令人身心舒畅的水疗，再到各种有趣的娱乐活动，你想了解的方方面面都能在《多姿多彩的清迈》这本书中找到。无论你正在计划一次纵情的蜜月之旅还是一次难忘的度假之行，一定不要错过这本为你...
November 14, 2017
Camp Chiang Mai
‘Cold’ season is officially here, and evening temperatures are dropping into the cool teens, while daytime temperatures are enjoyable for a change. Not only is this the time to explore some of Chiang Mai’s amazing outdoor cafes, but it’s also a great time to camp! There are three options when it comes to camping in…
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