Chiang Mai Lantern Festival: Yi Peng & Loy Krathong 2026
A practical backpacker guide to Chiang Mai’s lantern festival, including Yi Peng vs Loy Krathong, free city events, paid lantern releases, where to go, safety tips, and how to plan your stay.
National Parks in Chiang Mai: Practical Backpacker Guide
Not all Chiang Mai national parks are worth the same kind of day. Here is how to choose between Doi Inthanon, Doi Suthep-Pui, Sticky Waterfall, Mae Wang, Huai Nam Dang and more.
10 Best Chiang Mai Waterfalls Ranked
Not all Chiang Mai waterfalls are worth the same amount of effort. Here is a practical backpacker ranking, with honest advice on transport, swimming, seasons and which falls are best for your trip.
How to Celebrate Songkran in Chiang Mai and Where to Meet People
Songkran in Chiang Mai is one of Thailand’s most social festivals, especially around the Old City moat. Here’s how to do it right, where to meet people, and the best places to start or end your day.