What to Expect From Everyday Life in Chiang Mai as a Resident
Chiang Mai is one of those places that gets talked about in broad, flattering strokes. Cheap. Beautiful. Easy. Great cafes. Nice weather, at least part of the year. Good for remote workers, retirees, and people who are simply tired of expensive cities. A lot of that is true. But everyday life here, once you stop being a visitor and start being a resident, has more texture than the travel-friendly version. Living in Chiang Mai long term is not the same as spending ten day