It’s that time of year again not long to go until Christmas and we’re in our favourite place, Chiang Mai. The weather is perfect now, blue sky, not too hot, friendly faces, fabulous food what more could you wish for?
We have bought a motorbike. It’s a Honda CB300, 10 years old and in immaculate condition.
We have a new condo in a new area, 15 minute walk from where we used to stay with 2 pools, gym and it’s quiet.
It’s only 5 minutes from one of the most modern malls in CM, called Maya. 7 floors of everything you might need. 3 cinemas, restaurants, every shop and brand you can think of and a supermarket called Rimping which is the Thai equivalent of Waitrose. When it’s really hot you can pop in and enjoy their amazing AC.
To try the bike out we did the ride we always enjoy, around the mountain, up to a view over the Samoeng Forest. It’s a 60 km twisty, turny round trip.
On the way back the timing was perfect to bump into our favourite animals.
We often see them at this spot. Elephants with a couple of mahouts. They beckoned us over and said do you want elephant hugs and kisses, do I ever, I was so happy.
We visited Jing Jai market, a craft, and farmers market. It was heaving with people and getting bigger every year. I’m waiting for my bestie to come and we’ll go clothes shopping can’t wait..
We went to the local outdoor car boot style market which is very entertaining mostly lots of stuff which should just go to the tip but there are little gems in there. Lots of fresh veggies, food stalls and assorted weird and wonderful items. Love it, it’s an entertaining morning out.
We have caught up with lots of friends and are delighted to be back in our second home. Just one last thing…
Sent with ❤️ from Sigrid & Chris
Chris and Sigrid’s excellent adventure 
It looks fabulous, as per. Enjoy!
Have a wonderful Christmas 🎄🤶🎄Xx
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You too Yvonne xx
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