Dusk911 Posted June 17, 2017 Share Posted June 17, 2017 So I'm playing my next visit and thinking about going to Chiang Mai, Bangkok to Chiang Mai via plane seems to be the best option as 10hrs + on a train or a bus doesn't seem like a good way to spend a day. Goal: Mongering/Shopping/Sight seeing Few questions: Any thoughts on airlines any advice currently looking at MyTravel Airways and Air Sylhet both return to Bangkok less then $100US Is it really cheaper? How is the "red light" scene? Any recommendations on anything from hotels places I should check out? Three day enough?(back to bangkok after) thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koko Posted June 17, 2017 Share Posted June 17, 2017 Do a search,there are several posts up on Chiang Mai. I like it, get a Hotel on Loi Kroh Rd. The Ramming Lodge is a reasonable choice in the middle of the action. Foxy Lady is nearby and is the only go go. There are a couple of Soapies near by,nearest one is just past the night market called CelebX,last I checked. I use Thai Airways or Air Asia,not sure about the others. Most things are cheaper there, lots of bargains at the night market. Plenty of options to play but nowhere like Bangkok or Pattaya. I always take the trip up to Doing Suthep,go early to avoid the Crowds. Be ready to see more Chinese travelers, they like Chiang Mai. The Elephant Sanctuary is also a nice day trip into the mountains. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdhaus Posted June 18, 2017 Share Posted June 18, 2017 I looked at Bangkok 112's youtube channel and he offers videos on hotels and places to monger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dusk911 Posted June 18, 2017 Author Share Posted June 18, 2017 I looked at Bangkok 112's youtube channel and he offers videos on hotels and places to monger. Thanks for that got some usefully information there :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YouStreet Posted June 19, 2017 Share Posted June 19, 2017 I liked Chiang Mai. Loi Kroh is a small scene but I found a fun bar there and had a good time. Very affordable - I think I paid 300bht bar fine and 1000ST. Been a couple of years though. There's tons of sightseeing options. I took a three day/two night private (just my buddy and me) van tour up to Chiang Rai, taking in lots of fun like rafting, elephant park, tiger park, Chiang Rai temples, etc. No chance to monger on that portion of the itinerary, but it was a lot of fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ianjamesmax Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 Definitely fly .Check out sky scanner for flights.The cheaper ones will be from Don Muaeng https://www.skyscanner.com/transport/flights/bkkt/cnx/170705/170708/airfares-from-bangkok-to-chiang-mai-in-july-2017.html?adults=1&children=0&adultsv2=1&childrenv2=&infants=0&cabinclass=economy&rtn=1&preferdirects=false&outboundaltsenabled=false&inboundaltsenabled=false&ref=home&locale=en-US¤cy=USD&market=US&_mp=7d1b3697-e17d-4c46-8c44-4715d3f92481_1498310689285&_ga=2.263249484.1113289790.1498310634-421150680.1498310634#results I usually stay at one of the following places.100% girl friendly, no joiner,great residences! http://servicedapartmentschiangmai.com/rates or http://www.hotelmchiangmai.com A soapy to try, not too expensive either http://rockitreports.com/review-celebrities-chiang-mai-thailand/ And resources! http://www.thailandredcat.com/category/northern-thailand-traveling/chiang-mai/ Plus an old thread, but worth a read http://www.bangkok-addicts.com/forum/topic/3981-chiang-mai-any-recommended-bars/?hl=chiang 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scoobydoook Posted June 29, 2017 Share Posted June 29, 2017 Chiang Mai is a great place to visit and most things are a little cheaper than in Bangkok. I flew with AirAsia from Don Muaeng after looking for flights through Skyscanner and Kayak. Chiang Mai is more laid back than BKK and there is less hassle. It has a good vibe. Sightseeing is good. I did not enjoy the hilltribes - its sad, like a bad human zoo. Night market is large and some good value stuff. Plenty of options to play but nothing like BKK/Pat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob_ny Posted June 29, 2017 Share Posted June 29, 2017 I took thai lion air, air Asia, and the train round trip Bangkok to Chiang Mai. Prices for airfare range from $50-100 out of Don Mueng. Depends on sales being offered and advance purchase. Lion air has lower weight restrictions on carry on and savings on ticket can quickly be lost if needing to put luggage in cargo hold. Air Asia a little better on carry on weight. Bring your own portable bag scale to avoid hassles. They have an overnight train that I took with sleeping car. It was an interesting alternative that I did once and enjoyed. I left Bangkok around 6 and arrived in Chiang Mai around 9 in the morning. You might even find a willing bed partner to make it more enjoyable. A few days is enough time. I could find a weeks worth of fun there too. Don't go there expecting a scene like Bangkok. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dusk911 Posted June 29, 2017 Author Share Posted June 29, 2017 Think its a lock in now 3 days should be good hey if I get bored I'll just book pay the $50 to go back to bangkok Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptJoe Posted June 30, 2017 Share Posted June 30, 2017 Over night train not bad but air is much better. in 1992 I was a normal very low budget tourist now its the girl action I am after so Koko's report of one ONE gogo is not encouraging. Question: is the weather cooler in summer than down south ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptJoe Posted July 25, 2017 Share Posted July 25, 2017 Any suggestions for hotels ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ianjamesmax Posted July 26, 2017 Share Posted July 26, 2017 Any suggestions for Hotels ? I usually stay at one of the following places.100% girl friendly, no joiner,great residences! http://servicedapart...ngmai.com/rates or http://www.hotelmchiangmai.com You could turn up with the Dog&Pony show, and they wouldn't bat an eyelid!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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