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An Expat Talks about Living in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Expats in Chiang Mai find a complicated city that has many unexpected aspects to navigate. Here is a brief overview of this beautiful city in Thailand.
What is the name of the city or town that you are reporting on?
Chiang Mai
How long have you lived there?
5 months
What activities, clubs and organizations would you recommend to newcomers to help them meet others?
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In terms of religious, racial, economic and cultural diversity, are the people of this city or town diverse? Are they accepting of differences? Describe.
This is a diverse and accepting area. I was not aware of the extent and presence of Christian groups, facilities and missionary work.
What are the main industries in this city? What types of career opportunities commonly exist? How do most people find new jobs?
Relief workers, academia, medicine and tourism/hospitality are four key areas.
In general, what are peoples' priorities in this city? For example, do lives revolve around work, family, socializing, sports, etc.?
This is a very laid back place overall. People who are working still work hard but enjoy the social aspects available.
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If a friend of yours was thinking of moving to this city or town from far away, what other advice would you give them.
Make a trip or two to visit for several days at a minimum before even considering a move. There are aspects of living here that even those who have prepared may not anticipate without firsthand experience.
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Guide to Living in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Chiang Mai, Thailand: Cost of Living, Healthcare and What to Know About Living in Chiang Mai
Thailand Forum
Meet other people living in Chiang Mai.
Healthcare in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Expats and global nomads in Chiang Mai share their experiences with health insurance, healthcare in Thailand, local hospitals and specialists, quality of medical care and more.
Moving to Chiang Mai, Thailand
Expats offer advice about everything you need to know before moving to Chiang Mai: what to bring (and what to leave behind), how to find housing and more.
Pros and Cons of Living in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Take off your rose-colored glasses and learn what expats and digital nomads have to say about the pros and cons of living in Chiang Mai, Thailand.
International Schools in Chiang Mai
If you're moving to Chiang Mai with kids, here's are some of the best international schools according to expats.
Expats Talk about Living in Chiang Mai
Expats share their experiences living in Chiang Mai, Thailand and offer advice about meeting people, schools and more.
Contribute
Help other expats and newcomers by answering questions about the challenges and adventures of living in Chiang Mai.
Living Abroad: Digital Nomads in Chiang Mai, Thailand
The number of people interested in becoming a digital nomad continues to grow, and Chiang Mai is considered by many to be one of the top destinations in the World. Find out why this city in Northern Thailand is so alluring to digital nomads throughout the world.
Expat Report: Healthcare in Chiang Mai
An expat in Chiang Mai advises newcomers to know their local doctors, dentists and hospitals. He also says that medical care and medicines are not expensive.
Expat Report: Living in Chiang Mai
Expats in Chiang Mai find a complicated city that has many unexpected aspects to navigate. Here is a brief overview of this beautiful city in Thailand.
Expat Report: Retiring in Chiang Mai
An expat who retired in Chiang Mai Thailand offers some detailed insight into what it means to live abroad there. Health care in Chiang Mai, crime, cost of living and more are covered.
Expat Report: Culture Shock in Chiang Mai
An American expat who moved from Hong Kong to Chiang Mai talks about how she underestimated the how much culture shock she would experience in Chiang Mai. She loves the welcoming Thai people, low cost of living, affordable medical care, respect for elders, Thai food and more. However, she explains that Thai culture is very complex and it's easy to make social mistakes.
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