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Old City Chiang Mai: Culture, Markets and Routes for Tourists
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Old City Chiang Mai: Culture, Markets and Routes for Tourists
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The Buddhas of Chiang Mai
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The Buddhas of Chiang Mai
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Wat Chom Thong and Vipassana Meditation Retreat
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Wat Chom Thong and Vipassana Meditation Retreat
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Must-See Chiang Mai: Wat Phra Singh
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Must-See Chiang Mai: Wat Phra Singh
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Wat Phra That Doi Kham: The Lucky Lottery Temple of Chiang Mai
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Wat Phra That Doi Kham: The Lucky Lottery Temple of Chiang Mai
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What’s a Spirit House?
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What’s a Spirit House?
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Elephant Nature Park: A Day You’ll Never Forget
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Elephant Nature Park: A Day You’ll Never Forget
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5 Off-the-Beaten-Path Chiang Mai Temples
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5 Off-the-Beaten-Path Chiang Mai Temples
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Wat Chedi Luang: A Main Chiang Mai Attraction
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Wat Chedi Luang: A Main Chiang Mai Attraction
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The Thai Zodiac and Songkran, the Thai New Year
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The Thai Zodiac and Songkran, the Thai New Year
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Saturday Night Market, Chiang Mai
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Saturday Night Market, Chiang Mai
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Wat Sri Suphan, the Stunning (but Sexist) Silver Temple
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Wat Sri Suphan, the Stunning (but Sexist) Silver Temple
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What’s the Best Chiang Mai Street Food?
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What’s the Best Chiang Mai Street Food?
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Wat Rong Khun, Chiang Rai’s White Temple
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Wat Rong Khun, Chiang Rai’s White Temple
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Meet the Tree Spirits of Thai Folklore
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Meet the Tree Spirits of Thai Folklore
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6 Things to Do at Doi Inthanon
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6 Things to Do at Doi Inthanon
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Why Elephant Trekking and Elephant Rides Are Evil
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Why Elephant Trekking and Elephant Rides Are Evil
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The Secret Jungle Temple of Wat Palad
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The Secret Jungle Temple of Wat Palad
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A Brief History of Chiang Mai
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A Brief History of Chiang Mai
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Baan Dam, the Black House Museum of Chiang Rai
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Baan Dam, the Black House Museum of Chiang Rai
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Wat Phra That Doi Suthep Mountain Temple
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Wat Phra That Doi Suthep Mountain Temple
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9 Tuk Tuk Tips
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9 Tuk Tuk Tips
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Wat Rong Suea Ten, the Blue Temple
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Wat Rong Suea Ten, the Blue Temple
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The Craziest, Coolest Northern Thailand Temple Most People Have Never Heard Of
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The Craziest, Coolest Northern Thailand Temple Most People Have Never Heard Of
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Catmosphere Cat Cafe
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Catmosphere Cat Cafe
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Wat Buppharam, the Donald Duck Temple
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Wat Buppharam, the Donald Duck Temple
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Hotel des Artists Ping Silhouette: Your Oasis in Chiang Mai
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Hotel des Artists Ping Silhouette: Your Oasis in Chiang Mai
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Wat Lok Molee
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Wat Lok Molee
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Art in Paradise: One of the Most Fun Things to Do in Chiang Mai
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Art in Paradise: One of the Most Fun Things to Do in Chiang Mai
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137 Pillars House: Where Luxury and History Meet
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137 Pillars House: Where Luxury and History Meet
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Magic Mushrooms. The unconventional and modern marvel of Metropol Parasol, known as Las Setas (The Mushrooms) by locals, took root in Seville’s Plaza de la Encarnación in 2011. Designed by German architect Jürgen Mayer, the structur
Last summer Wally and I had the pleasure of visiting the garden of chef and philanthropist @rick_bayless. Bayless opened Frontera Grill in 1987 forever changing the face of Mexican food in Chicago. The production garden supplies his three downtown re
No Straight Jacket Required. When Wally and I revisited my former stomping grounds in Buffalo, we couldn’t resist the chance to tour the empty patient wards of the Buffalo State Asylum for the Insane. I had only been able to admire them from a
The Library is Open! It’s fun to be a tourist in your own city. I can’t believe it took us this long to visit the incredible Newberry Library. Its collections span an Aston six centuries, making it a treasure trove of knowledge. And that
The Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzmán is a masterclass in Mexican Baroque. A literal visual feast for the eyes, the church’s highly decorated interior includes use of more than 60,000 sheets of gold leaf. Its façade is decorated w
I was initially reluctant about visiting Hierve el Agua, the calcified waterfalls and spring-fed mineral water pools outside of the city of Oaxaca de Juárez. The popular geologic wonder is located in the town of San Isidro Roaguía, in t
San Miguel de Allende is a town with art in its DNA. There are galleries galore and shops full of colorful folk art. But we knew that one of the places we had to add to our itinerary was the Fábrica La Aurora. It just sounded so interesting: I
If you’re planning a trip to San Miguel de Allende and are looking for something fun and unusual to do, be sure to set some time aside for a visit to the Chapel of Jimmy Ray. The mosaic wonderland filled with art and assemblages by the late art
I’ll admit it, I’m a fan of @andresgandresg. When the time came for us to find the perfect place to stay in San Miguel de Allende, and I saw that @casahoyos was another one of his projects, the decision for me was easy. The boutique hote
The colorful #fantastical #woodcarving creatures known as #alebrijes were inspired by an artist’s fever dream. Learn more about our favorite #mexican #folkart #artepopular #handicraft. Link in bio. #travel #travelblogger #mexico🇲🇽 #oaxaca #
Sweat to Reset. The herb-infused indigenous steam ritual #temazcal opens your mind as well as your pores. Plus, you won’t believe how they cleanse you of negative energy. Learn more about this Mesoamerican tradition and why we highly recommend
There’s No Place Like Home. Located on a quiet stretch of Calle Miguel Hidalgo in the Centro of Oaxaca City, @casaantonieta was more than just a hotel for Wally and I. It was our home away from home. Plus it included the hip @muss_cafe with gre
Folk Yes! Linda Hanna’s home contains an incredible collection of handmade #folkart pieces from the surrounding villages around #Oaxaca. If you have a passion for folk art as Wally and I do, Oaxaca should be on your Mexico itinerary. And there&
@palaciooficial is more than just a pretty building. Head inside for strange #murals by famous #artists, including #diegorivera and #orozco. They’re also infamous, whether it’s because they’re #communist propaganda or feature a hide
Walking around #PuertoVallarta is a bit like being in an outdoor art gallery. #Murals #streetart and #graffiti can be found all over. #Mexico has a long history of this public art form. Click our link for more photos — and learn how some of the
Viva La Revolución. Masala y Maíz checked every box for us: a delicious blend of Mexican, African and Indian cuisine, great service, a pleasing atmosphere and a business philosophy we can get behind. Learn why this restaurant stands out
Shop ‘Til You Drop. If you’re looking to purchase folk art, handicrafts and arte popular from all over Mexico such as brightly painted alebrije wood carvings from Oaxaca and hand-embroidered Otomi textiles, head to the @mercadodeartesania