City in chaos

Chiang Mai has deteriorated into almost total anarchy. All hell broke loose last night as the water festival started early. The bars that open to the main streets around the old city put huge tubs of water out and blasted music. People formed up on each side of the road, either using the tubs or [...]

Chiang Mai life

I am currently in Chiang Mai, Thailand’s northern capital and a busy city of over a million. Sometimes the city reminds me too much of a little Bangkok, and sometimes I really love the charm and history here. The old ancient city wall still forms a square, equipt with moat and huge gate from the [...]

My 3rd new year celebration starts early

The engine on my motorbike changed from a steady hum to an angry growl as I gave the throttle a sharp twist. I could see the kids on the road up in front of me ready their 5 gallon buckets of water, mischevous grins on their faces. I lowered my head and shot through their [...]

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