🗺️ Free Download: Chiang Mai Relocation Map Pack
Planning a move to Chiang Mai with your family? We've curated 15 insider Google Maps to help you settle in fast. These are the same maps we use with paid consulting clients—now yours, for free.
Hey there, fellow family adventurers! đź‘‹
Whether you're here for a season or staying for good, this is the essential shortcut to finding your places, your people, and your Chiang Mai.
There's nothing like exploring a new place with a local friend's recommendations. These maps are the next best thing! Organized, easy to save, and always up to date.
🔍 What You'll Get
15 curated Google Maps, organized by what expat families need:
🏡 Settling In: Home, School & Kids
- Moobans – Gated communities where expat families live and thrive
- International Schools – English-speaking schools, preschools, and daycares
- For Kiddos – Play cafés, playgrounds, zoos, pools, parks, and more!
- Parks – Green spaces for nature play, walking, and enjoying the great outdoors
đź›’ Daily Life Essentials
- Supermarkets – Western-style grocery stores with familiar products
- Local Fresh Markets – Thai-style wet markets for produce, meat, and staples
- Health Food Shops – Organic groceries, zero-waste goods, non-toxic home & beauty
- Cafés – Kris's curated map of Chiang Mai's best coffee + work-friendly cafés
đź©ş Health & Fitness
- Hospitals & Clinics – Recommended English-speaking healthcare providers
- Gyms – Strength training, CrossFit, boutique fitness, and more
- Saunas + Ice Baths – Wellness spots for recovery, detox, and nervous system reset
- Pools – Lap pools, hotel passes, and family swim favorites
đź’¬ Work, Worship & Belonging
- Coworking Spaces – Remote work hubs with strong wifi and community
- Churches – English-speaking congregations (some Thai bilingual)
- Community Hubs – An eclectic mix of venues and third-spaces that form the heart of Chiang Mai's many communities
🧠How to Use These Maps
If you're still deciding where to live, this pack makes it easy to see which areas actually support your lifestyle.
- Open any map and click "Follow" or "Save" to add it to your Google Maps.
- Tap around to see what's nearby your favorite spots—schools, markets, coworking.
- Use the overlays to spot clusters of amenities and help you compare neighborhoods.
- Save only what matters to you—or follow them all and explore over time.
📬 Get the Maps
Enter your email below and we'll send the full map pack straight to your inbox—with tips on how to use and keep them updated.
Why Chiang Mai? Let us count the ways... 🌟
Family-Friendly Paradise
- Playgrounds and kid-friendly cafes galore (because energetic kiddos are universal)
- Safe environment with a strong sense of community (friendlier than your average bear… or big city back home)
Affordable Lifestyle
- Lower cost of living compared to most Western countries
- Quality housing options at a fraction of the price back home
- More disposable income for family adventures and experiences
Education Options
- 16+ international schools offering curricula from around the globe
- Homeschool cooperatives and worldschooling pods
- Abundance of extracurricular activities and learning opportunities
Healthcare Hub
- World-class hospitals with English-speaking staff
- Blend of Western medicine and traditional Thai treatments
- Affordable health care that doesn't skimp on quality
Nature's Playground
- Surrounded by lush mountains and national parks
- Waterfalls, hiking trails, and elephant sanctuaries just 30 minutes away
- Perfect for weekend adventures and fostering a love for nature in your kids
Culinary Paradise
- Food so good, you'll want to write songs about it (or at least Instagram it)
- From street food to fine dining, options for every palate, budget, and dietary need
- Abundance of organic and health food options
Digital Nomad Dream
- Strong Wi-Fi game and plenty of coworking spaces
- Thriving startup ecosystem and networking opportunities
- Supportive community of fellow remote workers and entrepreneurs
Cultural Richness
- Countless temples, markets, and festivals to explore
- Opportunities for kids to learn a new language and immerse in Thai culture
- Art scenes, music events, and workshops for all ages
Best Climate in Thailand
- Bask in 300+ days of sunshine per year (Vitamin D, anyone?)
- Chiang Mai is cooler, less humid, and more comfortable than the south
Strategic Location
- International airport with connections across Asia and beyond
- Weekend getaways to beaches, mountains, or neighboring countries
- Best of both worlds: small-city feel with big-city amenities
Meet Your Chiang Mai Guru: Lily 🌺
We're a young web-savvy family living the Chiang Mai dream, sharing our expertise to help expat families and digital nomads settle in. From curating the best cafés to guiding you through relocation, we've been there and we'll help you through it.
We can't think of a better place for our family than Chiang Mai, and we can't wait for you to fall as deeply in love with the city as we are.
What Our Clients Say đź’¬
Advice from a Recognized Authority
Lily has consulted for the Thailand Tourism Authority (TAT), has many contacts in government, and co-wrote the authoritative whitepaper on Remote Work.
Read the whitepaper | View her LinkedIn
Lily produces the Amagi podcast
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