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.
How to Take the Train to Chiang Mai from Bangkok
Taking the train to Chiang Mai is a classic Thailand backpacker route. Here is how to choose the right Bangkok sleeper train, book tickets, pick a class, and arrive without stress.
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.