There are so many beautiful day trips you can do from Chiang Mai. From riding scooters through the countryside, visiting an elephant sanctuary with a tour provider, and hiring a private driver to Thailand’s highest peak for sunrise - I share my tips and experiences here.

A vibrant city full of digital nomads, bustling street markets and good eats . It is a combination of old and new, rural and urban, chaos and tranquility. This region is surrounded by magnificent mountain ranges and there are many day trip possibilities from the city of Chiang Mai. Here are my personal tips and recommendations to help you navigate the biggest city in Northern Thailand.

Ten years ago, riding elephants in Thailand was the norm. Now, due to the shift in mentality, there are less riding camps and more ethical elephant sanctuaries. But many still carry out the old practices of elephant riding amongst other unethical methods of dominance. So how can you find an ethical provider and what are some of the things you should look out for when visiting elephants in Thailand?