• Day 1 | December 13, 2016 • Bangkok - Chiang Mai (Chiang Mai 2016)

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The first day of the trip begins with a journey
from Bangkok to Chiang Mai, our destination for today.
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This trip, to be honest, was a plan that I had been wanting to do for a while, to chase after a sea of fog.
And I wanted to go to a place I had never been before, so I chose Pang Ung, Pai, and Mae Hong Son as my destinations.
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But for Chiang Mai, this was my third time.
But it was the first time I went alone and traveled alone.
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Today, I'd like to share my travel methods for this trip.
Because on my previous trips, 3 years ago, I only used red taxis.
But this time, I tried other ways to travel within the city.
It was convenient and economical in a different way.
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The journey began on the morning of December 13th, 2016. Departing from Don Mueang Airport in Bangkok at 6:35 AM, the flight arrived in Chiang Mai at 7:50 AM, taking approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.

Gazing down from the plane, the scenery was breathtaking. The morning air promised a pleasant day ahead.

And then, we landed in Chiang Mai!



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Today's plan is simple: exploring Chiang Mai city.
I've booked a room at Lanna House near Tha Pae Gate.
The first two nights, we'll be staying in the same room as we'll be heading to Ang Khang for the whole day tomorrow. I've already booked a tour.
We'll use the room to store our belongings and charge our phones, cameras, and power banks.


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I chose accommodation near tourist attractions, within walking distance.
This way, I wouldn't have to pay for transportation, so I found a place near Tha Pae Gate and booked it through an app.
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After comparing several apps, I finally settled on Booking.com.
However, I booked at the last minute, so I got a late price, which may be a bit high.
But it was the cheapest option for nearby accommodation at that time.
(Most places were already fully booked because it was the end of the year and there were a lot of tourists.)
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The other options were hostels or shared rooms with bunk beds.
But I wasn't brave enough to try that (although the price was really cheap, only a few hundred baht per night).


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The reason for choosing accommodation near Tha Pae Gate
is because I plan to walk around the area when I arrive.
Take photos, pay respects at the temple, and then rest in the room for a while.
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Let's continue our journey.


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Upon arrival and baggage claim,

The first thing I did was call the accommodation.

Can we check in or leave our luggage early?

The app indicates that check-in is available at 1 PM.

This trip, Jamie brought one backpack and one small rolling suitcase. The rolling suitcase will be left at the hotel during their stay in Mae Hong Son.

This suggests that the speaker anticipates purchasing souvenirs during their trip, and that they may need a larger backpack to accommodate both their belongings and the anticipated souvenirs.


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After calling the accommodation, it was confirmed that early check-in is available.

This is convenient, so I will find a way to get to Tha Pae Gate.

The provided text is empty. There is nothing to translate.

Please provide the text you would like me to translate from Thai to English.

Normally, you can get there by both taxi and red car.

However, Jay opted for Uber, which he had just started using for the first time in Chiang Mai.

and the period that Jay went to December 13-19.

Uber offers promotions in Chiang Mai with discounts (applicable between 1 pm and 1 am).


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This morning, I decided to use Uber to call a car through the application.

Pick you up at Lanna House Hotel.

Our destination accommodation

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It wasn't long before Mr. Damrong arrived to pick us up.

It is a Toyota Hilux Vigo (which is very convenient and private).


You can choose to pay in cash or by credit card.

You can deduct travel expenses from your credit card. It's convenient.

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We have arrived at our first accommodation for the day.


It is located very close to Tha Pae Gate, just a short walk away.

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Notes:

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  • It could be a placeholder for text that will be added later, or it could be a deliberate stylistic choice.
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  • However, I have translated it literally as a single period.
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Check in now, don't wait. We'll be able to move on to our next destination soon.


For tonight's accommodation, we'd like a Lanna-style room.

Overall, the condition is satisfactory, and the price is reasonable for the location.

Payment options include credit card and cash.


Upon booking, I did not expect it to be this Thai-style, but I am satisfied. Overall, it is beautiful.

(Although I was secretly afraid, because I was sleeping alone.)

Note: The original text is empty, so the translation is also empty.

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Check-in completed.

I immediately started exploring and taking pictures around Tha Pae Gate.

The nearest temple to the Three Kings Monument.


It's not cold anymore, the sun is very strong.

I appreciate the temples in the north. They have a Lanna atmosphere and are peaceful.

Exquisite art.



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Notes:

  • The original text is a single period followed by a line break.
  • In English, a single period can indicate a full stop, an ellipsis, or an abbreviation.
  • Without further context, it is impossible to determine the intended meaning of the period in this case.
  • Therefore, the translation simply replicates the original text.

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Observations from my recent visit to Chiang Mai:

Many locations offer QR codes for scanning to access information about the tourist attractions.

For example, at this point ... (I don't know how long it's been there, but I just got it)


The provided text is empty. There is nothing to translate.

Please provide the text you want me to translate from Thai to English.

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I'm tired from walking around.

It's better to walk back to the accommodation.

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On the way, we stopped by Wat Phan On and found 20 baht noodles.

There is currently nothing for sale.

I recall visiting this walking street three years ago, and it was brimming with vendors selling a wide variety of goods. (However, that was at night.)

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Walking on for a while, I saw a group of tourists standing around.

Without further ado, a set of coconut ice cream is a lifesaver in this hot weather.

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Appealing appearance...

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Notes:

  • The original text is a single period followed by a line break.
  • In English, a single period can be used to indicate the end of a sentence, a pause, or an abbreviation.
  • Without further context, it is impossible to determine the intended meaning of the period in this case.
  • Therefore, the translation simply replicates the original text.

After that, I returned to the hotel to rest for a while.

In the late afternoon, I have to go to the arcade.

To pay for the van ticket to Mae Hong Son.

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This time, I used Uber again as usual.

This time, it didn't take long for Mr. Tawi to pick me up.

(This time, I was able to use a discount, so in total, I only paid 24 baht for the arcade.)


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The provided text is empty. There is nothing to translate.

Please provide the text you want me to translate from Thai to English.

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We have arrived at Arcade 2. Please proceed to the office to make a payment.

You did not pay at the bus stop where the van is parked, right?

The office is located opposite the area where the Mae Hong Son vans are parked (inside Zone 2 of the arcade).

Just a short walk across the street.


Tickets secured, all good. Time to continue the journey.

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After paying, Jay walked around the shipping area.

I was planning to take a red car to the front of CMU.

My eyes were drawn to a sign at the bus stop in front of Arcade 2.

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"What kind of cars are those? Why are there so many parked here?"


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Looking at the route, it also passes through Tha Pae Gate.

Without hesitation, I asked the officer and then went up.

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Buses in Chiang Mai operate on a circular route system.

Follow the route, the time is shown in the picture. The bus will stop running at 6 pm.

The bus will make stops at various points along the route. Please refer to the information displayed on the side of the bus for specific details.

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Notes:

  • The original text is a single period followed by a line break.
  • This could be interpreted as an intentional pause or an incomplete sentence.
  • Without further context, it is difficult to provide a more specific translation.

The provided text is empty. There is nothing to translate.

Please provide the text you would like me to translate from Thai to English.

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Let's take a look inside the bus.


Overall, it's a good deal at 15 baht for the entire route.

This is an air-conditioned bus with comfortable seats. There are signs inside indicating the stations.

Cleanliness: A Student's Delight

"Cleanliness," the bus conductor remarked to the student, "will only cost you 10 baht. What a bargain!"



This round, Jane is sitting from Akat 2 and will get off at the front of CMU.

On the way, the car passed by the hotel. Good, keep it for reference.

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After a short ride, I arrived at my destination: the front gate of Chiang Mai University.

You can actually stay on the bus and get off at the zoo.

Then you can take a bus to Doi Suthep.

However, by the time we arrived, it was already getting dark, around 5 pm.

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Having arrived in Chiang Mai, I decided to pay my respects at Doi Suthep.

"Excuse me, sir, are there any shared taxis going up to Doi Suthep? I'd prefer not to hire a private car."

We have to wait for people because it's getting late and there are fewer people around.

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After waiting for a while, I was joined by a fellow traveler.

Two Chinese and two Thai, making a total of five people.

The round-trip fare is usually 80 baht per person.

However, due to the low number of customers, the uncle decided to charge 120 baht per person.

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Sitting for a while, the cool breeze almost lulled me to sleep.

We have arrived at the entrance to Doi Suthep.

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If you visit Doi Suthep frequently, you'll likely encounter these two young ladies.

Adorable and playful, I couldn't resist taking a few photos (which turned into 10!).

However, she was very naughty. As soon as she arrived, she rode on my back and begged me to carry her.

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Adorable photos in exchange for a smile, 50 baht for snacks.

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The provided text is empty. There is nothing to translate.

And then we continued walking upstairs, which was quite tiring.

Note: The original text is empty, so the translation is also empty.

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Notes:

  • The original text is a single period followed by a line break.
  • In English, a single period can indicate a full stop, an ellipsis, or an abbreviation.
  • Without further context, it is impossible to determine the intended meaning of the period in this case.
  • Therefore, the translation simply replicates the original text.

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The sky is darkening, and the day is coming to an end.


Although today's schedule seems rather light,

The first day was planned to be a relaxing one, as I had already visited Chiang Mai several times before.

"Even in Chiang Mai today in 2016, there are many ways to explore the city."

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Notes:

  • The original text is a single period followed by a line break.
  • This could be interpreted in several ways, depending on the context.
  • It could be a placeholder for text that will be added later, or it could be a deliberate stylistic choice.
  • Without further information, it is impossible to say for sure what the intended meaning is.
  • However, I have translated it literally as a single period.

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If you're planning a trip to Chiang Mai, consider adding this to your itinerary.

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Before returning to your accommodation, I would like to add another travel option: bicycles.

Chiang Mai offers opportunities for cycling.

There are 16 service stations in total. The first hour costs 20 baht, and 4-5 hours cost 60 baht.

(However, I did not use this method, but I added it as an option for those who are interested.)



All 16 stations


Terms of Service


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This sentence is in English and does not require translation.

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The sky is dark now. Doi Suthep has a viewpoint as well.


Today, I will have to take a red car from Chiang Mai Zoo ---> to my accommodation.

The uncle who took us up to Doi Suthep volunteered to drop us off near Tha Pae Gate.

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After inquiring about the price and agreeing to the 20 baht fee, I proceeded.

Then, Jay went to find food near the hotel.

We ended up at McDonald's for a simple and relaxed meal.


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The bed was comfortable and I slept soundly without any disturbances.


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Notes:

  • The original text is a single period followed by a line break.
  • This could be interpreted in a few ways, depending on the context.
  • It could be a placeholder for text that will be added later.
  • It could be a way to indicate a pause or break in the text.
  • Or it could simply be an error.
  • Without more context, it is impossible to say for sure what the intended meaning is.
  • However, I have translated it as a single period, as this is the most literal interpretation.

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Notes:

  • The original text is a single period followed by a line break.
  • This is a very short and ambiguous text, so it is difficult to determine the intended meaning.
  • It could be a placeholder for a longer text, a punctuation mark, or simply an empty space.
  • Without further context, it is impossible to provide a more accurate translation.

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Let's watch the sunrise together tomorrow.

With a one-day trip booked with a red car.

The three wheels are turning...


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Day 1 Travel Expenses Summary | December 13, 2016


Uber BKK-Don Mueang 350.-
Uber Airport-Tha Pae 150.-
Uber Tha Pae-Arcade 24.-
Red car up Doi Suthep 120.-
Red car back to Tha Pae 20.-
= 664.-

Other Expenses:

  • Hotel room for 1 night: 800 THB
  • Lunch (noodles + water): 30 THB
  • Ice cream: 35 THB
  • Photo with a child from the hill tribe: 50 THB
  • Dinner at McDonald's: 184 THB
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