Chiang Mai Cost of Living: Four Budget Examples to Help You Plan Yours
The honest answer before the stories: a single person lives a good life in Chiang Mai on about ฿35,000 to ฿47,000 a month ($1,100 to $1,500),…
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Chiang Mai Airport Guide (CNX): Arrivals, Departures & Getting Around
Chiang Mai has one airport, Chiang Mai International (CNX), 4 km southwest of the city center, about 15 minutes from Nimmanhaemin. It handles domestic and international flights from a single compact terminal. Thanks to a blend of affordability , culture, and community, Chiang Mai, Thailand, has cemented its status as a digital nomad destination .…
Best Long-Term Visas for Expat Families in Chiang Mai
Relocating to Thailand with your family can be life-changing, but figuring out the visa landscape isn’t always straightforward. Whether you’re planning your move or already living in Thailand and considering how to stay longer, this guide was built with real families in mind. We’re a Chiang Mai-based family (a former digital nomad married to a…
Chiang Mai Burning Season: Dates, Air Quality & What You Need to Know
Is Chiang Mai's air quality bad right now? During burning season, often around mid-February through April, it can be unhealthy. Conditions can change quickly, so check the official Air4Thai reading for the day you are making plans. If Chiang Mai is on your list, you've probably already heard about the burning season. It's the one…
A Comprehensive Guide to the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) for Digital Nomads
Discover the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) for digital nomads and remote workers. Learn about this 5-year multiple-entry visa, its eligibility criteria, categories, and application process. Perfect for long-term stays in Thailand.
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Guides for Nomads, Families & Visitors
Chiang Mai is a choose-your-own-adventure kind of city. The same streets are a nomad’s playground, a family’s home base, and a visitor’s first taste of Thailand, and plenty of people arrive as one and become another (we did). Tell us where you are right now and we’ll point you to the guides for it.
For families putting down roots: schools, healthcare, neighborhoods, and the everyday logistics of running a household with kids in tow.
Best Long-Term Visas for Expat Families in Chiang Mai
Relocating to Thailand with your family can be life-changing, but figuring out the visa landscape isn’t always straightforward. Whether you’re planning your move or already living…
Best Neighborhoods in Chiang Mai for Expat Families
Planning a move to Thailand? Come join us in Chiang Mai! Chiang Mai is popular with expat families for good reason. The city offers a unique…
Chiang Mai Cost of Living: Four Budget Examples to Help You Plan Yours
The honest answer before the stories: a single person lives a good life in Chiang Mai on about ฿35,000 to ฿47,000 a month ($1,100 to $1,500),…
Is Chiang Mai Safe? A Health & Safety Guide for Expats and Digital Nomads
Is Chiang Mai safe? Yes. As of 2026, Chiang Mai scored 77.9 on Numbeo's safety index, ranking #1 safest city in Southeast Asia and 19th globally,…
Need a Nanny in Chiang Mai? Here’s How to Find the Right Childcare for Your Family
Hey there! Lily here. If you're reading this, I'm guessing you're either already in Chiang Mai with kids or thinking about making the move. Either way,…
Our 50 Favorite Kid-Friendly Spots in Chiang Mai
Where can you go with your kiddos in Chiang Mai? When we became parents, I assumed dining out might not be on the radar for a…
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