This non-touristy Chiang Mai itinerary is a lazy, walkable day packed full of hidden gems from the Old City to the riverside: Aka Aama coffee, Warorot Market noodles, Still Coffee hidden inside an old department store, Wat Chai Mongkhon by the river, and Mae Kha Canal at sunset, ending with dinner at Chiang Mai Gate…
In 2026, Yi Peng (the lantern festival) in Chiang Mai will be celebrated on 24–25 November 2026, and Loi Krathong (the water lantern festival) falls on the night of 25 November 2026 but will also be pumping on the surrounding days. Expect lantern events outside the city (for safety reasons), packed riverside crowds, closed streets…
If you ask any long-term traveler or remote worker where their favourite digital nomad city is, the answer is often Chiang Mai, Thailand. Once a quiet northern Thai city, Chiang Mai has evolved into one of the most desirable digital nomad hubs in the world and in 2025 and it really is better than ever….
Chiang Mai is one of my favourite places in the world for great coffee. Beyond its temples, night markets, and mountain trails, the city is buzzing with a first-class cafe culture. From modern architectural masterpieces to small family-run cafés. Whether you’re a slow traveling digital nomad, or just a serious coffee snob looking to score,…
Planning to slow travel around the world with great weather is an art in itself. Some people mark time by office calendars and tax seasons but sun chasing digital nomads can mark it by the angle of the sun and the absence of the monsoon. You learn quickly that climate can really affect your trip…
Nestled on the banks of the Douro River, Porto is a city that feels alive with history, color, and flavors. From medieval stone streets to contemporary art museums, terraced vineyards to buzzing riverside cafés, Porto is a perfect slow travel destination. I spent just over 2 months exploring it’s many layers that unfold slowly, rewarding…
