Planning a trip to Chiang Mai, Thailand? After spending several weeks living here as a family, these are the experiences we genuinely loved and would 100% do again. From local markets and ancient temples to an ethical elephant sanctuary and a sunrise above the city.
In this video we wander through the incredible food and local atmosphere at Jing Jai Market, explore beautiful temples throughout the Chiang Mai Old City, and wake up early to watch sunrise at the iconic Wat Phra That Doi Suthep overlooking the city.
One of the biggest highlights was spending time with rescued elephants at Joy Elephant Sanctuary, an ethical sanctuary focused on animal welfare and education, which made the experience even more meaningful for us.
This isnβt a fast-paced travel guide, just the experiences weβd personally 100% do again if we returned to Chiang Mai.
If youβre wondering what to do in Chiang Mai, travelling with kids, or planning a slower Thailand itinerary, we hope this helps you decide whatβs truly worth your time.
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β° Timecodes β°
0:00 Intro
0:35 Jing Jai Market
6:10 Old City Temples
14:12 Joy Elephant Sanctuary
21:00 Doi Suthep Sunrise
27:53 Final Thoughts
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π₯ Gear used in this video
Camera – Sony a6700
Lenses – Sony 16-55 f2.8 + Sony 11mm f1.8
Microphone – Sony ECM-M1
Tripod – Leofoto MT-04
Action Cam – DJI Action 5 Pro
Drone – DJI Flip
All Editing done on Final Cut Pro
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βοΈ Hey guys, we are Jason, Sian & Hugo, a little family of 3 that has been bitten by the travel bug! Join us as we embark on an epic adventure across the globe with an aim to inspire other families to do the same!
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We spent 3 weeks in Chiang Mai and honestly these were the experiences weβd go back and do again immediately!
If you have any questions you would like answered about our journey, pop them below and we will answer them in the next one π
Not in April
What a wholesome video! The sunrise and Monk experience is a lifetime of memories – Thanks for all the info guys! We are heading over to Thailand and Vietnam for 7 months in October so this has been great!
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Happy family traveling my friend
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Hope you enjoy to come hereππΉπ
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Thank you for coming to Jing Jai Market ka π₯°β€οΈ
Hugo is such a character. As an educator, I firmly believe that what you guys ( Jason & Sian ) are doing for him is immeasurably more valuable than any traditional school could provide. I wish I could take some of my students and do what you are doing as a family.
Sheesh, you guys are all flipping killing it! It is so enjoyable to watch, and we can feel your love, joy, & passion emanating through. Hugo is immensely blessed to have wise parents like you guys, and of course, you're immensely blessed to have him & each other.
Love your video welcome to Thailand
Welcome to Thailand! I would be very happy if the little one could play with water during the Songkran festivalπ₯°
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Your family is so lovely. I was smiling the whole time while watching. Your son is very adorable. Thank you for traveling to Thailand β you are always welcome here. Please keep making great videos for us to enjoy. Wishing you safe travels on every journey. π
Lovely family β€ welcome to Chiangmai β€ hope you guys enjoy π
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Really nice VDO. After a few seconds of watching it I hit 'subcribe' to follow to see more of your VDOs. Your kid, Hugo, is really a smart boy. I really love him and I love you all. Wish you the happiest time in our country.
We love to see you guys happy and have a great time in Thailand β€β€β€
Welcome to Chiang Mai, my home town. Hope you and your family have a good time in Chiang Mai. ππ