The Real Thailand
June 15th 2007 Unless you're looking for ping-pong shows and overall dodginess, Chiang Mai is superior to Bangkok in every way. It's a brilliant little hangout, nestled in the northern hills, where I decided to curl up for a couple of weeks (hence, no blog in a while). As the center of Thai culture and learning, the city pulses to a vibrant, yet relaxed beat and I could definitely see myself chilling out for a
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