Sleeping by the cold water of Mae Wa, "Warmth of Mae Wa" for 390 baht. It's so good, it's amazing!

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March 23, 2018

There is so much I want to tell you.

I have a strong urge to share this story, as it has been itching at the back of my mind.

As I mentioned to my fellow travelers, I can't wait to jump ahead to this trip.

The friend cannot answer.

"You can't go to Fang without going through the Pathum trip first!" He chuckled. "Alright, alright. Let's do it."

With that, we returned to the topic at hand.

"Fang," the author's city of passage.

The phrase "ผ่านในที่นี่ก็คือไม่เคยแวะนอนเลยสักครั้งเคยแต่แวะเที่ยว หายใจแว๊บ ๆ ๆ" translates to "I have never stayed overnight here, only visited briefly." The phrase "หายใจแว๊บ ๆ ๆ" is an onomatopoeia that suggests a quick, shallow breath, possibly indicating that the speaker is feeling overwhelmed or stressed.

Then travel to sleep at another destination. Branching out from a friend's Facebook post...

He moved from Bangkok to work in Fang. One day, he saw her check in at a place.

The weather was cold, and I saw a tent. However, I tend to have a lot of trips during the winter.

I had no choice but to ask for directions and follow the page on Facebook to see. Hmm... It looks promising. It seems peaceful.

And personally good, should go, right? (Right with whom?)

Warmth of Love

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Ban Muang Chum

Fang District, Chiang Mai Province

The Maw River: A Lifeline in the Dry Season

The Maw River, also known as the Mae Maw, originates in Khun Maw, Ban Lan, on the Thai-Myanmar border. It is the only river in Fang, Chai Prakan, and Mae Ai districts that does not dry up, thanks to its source in Myanmar, which still boasts a pristine environment and abundant forests. During the hot and dry months of April and May, villagers take advantage of their free time to relax and cool off in the river with their families.

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In February, the OP asked friends about the road, who said it was not steep, easy to drive, and had a good atmosphere.

The image before her was incredibly tempting. After deciding on a message to ask on the page, she agreed to transfer 390 baht for two items. She also emphasized that she wanted the ones near the water. ^^

It has been a month since the money was transferred.

The day of the trip finally arrived, and I was filled with excitement. I had never driven to Fang before.

Although I have traveled to some places, I have never driven myself. Uh… I can't even remember how steep the road was.

Asleep all the way up to Ang Khang, only woke up when we were about to arrive. 555 So I just imagined what it would be like.

The road is relatively flat and easy to drive. It is not as steep as my friend had described.

However, the road has many curves, which may cause motion sickness for some passengers. It depends on individual tolerance.

And let me tell you...

The OP is fond of that route because it has a bit of Vang Vieng (again).

The area features limestone mountains and paths that are likely to be lush and green during the rainy season.

The leaves swirled around the car as I drove, carried by the wind. It was a beautiful sight.

The best! (Note: The photo was taken with a Nikon compact camera, which is the most comfortable for me to hold while driving.)

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Following the directions provided by the shop owner over the phone.

The distance from Chiang Mai to Fang is 115 km. In short, it is a drive to Makro Fang.

Proceed a few hundred meters and turn left at the traffic light.

On the day of our visit, road construction was underway.

Turn left at the next intersection with traffic lights. Turn left again and continue for another 8 km.

Following the signs of Aun I Ma Wa, you will find the shop on the right-hand side of the road.

And it comes with a river view.

Upon arriving at the roadside cafe, we inquired with the staff about checking in. The ease of the process was surprising.

"If you have paid, you can park your car behind the guesthouse and choose any house you like."

I've never seen anything like this before. What is it? Is it too easy? We chose the 3rd and 4th back because they were closest to the water and close together.

The accommodation has hot water, electricity, and electrical outlets. Free Wi-Fi is available. Pillows and blankets are provided in sufficient quantities. Mosquito nets and screens are not available, so it is recommended to bring mosquito repellent. In the bathroom, only bar soap is provided. Those who need more should bring their own. Most importantly,

390 baht does not include breakfast.

It is highly recommended to prepare your own transportation as the distance from your accommodation to the district center is quite far.

It would be better to bring it with you.

For the author, this is sufficient because they arrived in their own vehicle and had done their research on the costs. Therefore, the price was not an issue. After all, if they were looking for comfort, they would not have come here.

How natural is it, ask your heart.

Slightly disappointed with the lack of privacy for guests here.

The price has decreased in accordance with the expansion of the store's offerings, which is understandable given that previously…

There are significantly fewer ducks than before. Now, their numbers have visibly increased.

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Move belongings into accommodation

The photos I took around the area are not quite satisfactory.

However, it is necessary to leave the accommodation on the basis that "I am hungry".

The river's current carried us to a floating platform where we dipped our feet in the water and browsed the menu.

The restaurant offers both savory and sweet dishes, as well as alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Since we've come this far, we opted for non-alcoholic drinks, of course. We're here to enjoy nature, after all! (And not indulge in anything else, you rascal!)

The food presentation is simple, resembling appetizers more than full meals. The rafts here only provide mats, while other restaurants we saw offered small Japanese tables placed in the center of the raft for holding food.

The atmosphere of the restaurants in the vicinity is a bit overwhelming due to the proximity of the rafts. The loud music played by the restaurants also adds to the confusion. It would be much better if the music were turned down so that one could enjoy the sound of the gently flowing water. Don't you agree?

The scene abruptly shifts to a child engaged in a fine motor skills exercise involving finding stones and throwing them. The child's actions are described as "impulsive" and "uncontrolled."

Amidst the flowing waters of March,
The sun may blaze, but we remain cool,
Even without a drop of water on our skin.
As for those who are drenched, let's not even mention them,
For the water is frigid.

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The afternoon waned, and after a long rest for the car, the people also took a long rest. Moses played in the water for even longer.

However, due to the extremely cold water and the floating tube.

More dangerous than expected, so it stopped abruptly.

We turn our compass to seek nature at the hot spring.

And find dinner to eat in Fang district together.

The excerpt was cut short in the middle of the night because the hot spring block could not be uploaded to this block.

We arrived at our accommodation at almost eight in the evening after finding dinner and stocking up on breakfast.

Simple late-night snacks are ready. Ho ho ho.

The ceaseless flow of the river serenades our night here, making it "special" and erasing all fatigue.
The cool air of March still allows visitors like us to experience it to our heart's content. ^^

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After a night of sleeping with the river, the cold, and an army of "mosquitoes"
The river that slept and thought it was heavy rain, but it wasn't...
The cold that I didn't think I would encounter, but I did all night, made me sleep poorly because of the cold.

That morning I woke up before anyone else.

Carrying a large camera to capture deserted landscapes, the darkness outside prompted me to push the ISO.

6400 images are blurry because I don't have a tripod. Sorry.

My skills are limited, and this is the best I can do.

The morning was in the early twenties.

Wearing a long-sleeved hoodie, I walked along

the Maew River upstream.
The cold water was

not as surprising as

the thin mist

that I saw in March like this. At "Fang".

Besides Aun Ai Ma Wa, there is another restaurant worth recommending. Judging from its location and layout, it appears to be professionally managed.

(A haphazard analysis at that time)

The author wonders why they didn't know about this restaurant before coming here. It seems like a great place to relax.

Accommodation is not available.

No problem, I'll save it as another option for checking in and chilling by the water next time.

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That morning... I took photos until it was time to go. I ended the trip abruptly and said, "I'll come back to Fang with the owner of this blog. Let's explore nature together, shall we?" ^^

"Finished"

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