Traveling to Chiang Rai (เมืองเชียงราย), Northern Thailand

[@MarkWiens]

Traveling from #Bangkok to Chiang Rai - first thoughts, explorations, and delicious meals! #food #ThailandOnly #travel

[@fulltimervlifepanamalady1068]

I like watch this chanel:)

[@Madcook01Blogspot]

Thanks to your videos, I am actually learning another language and how to pronounce it.

[@mickrome309]

Mark Wiens Awesome, a lot of great info in this one. Thanks for including transportation prices.

[@summerghost2321]

Mark If you are still in Chiang Rai don't forget to try Ka Mhoo Koh Loi (ขาหมูเกาะลอย) or Ka Mhoo Yunan (ขาหมูยูนาน) located in koh Loi (เกาะลอย) Chiang Rai city.

[@Mosurabee]

ur wife is soo beautiful and sweet

[@ThePrincesines]

Hi Mark, just watched this video and the one about Bangkok.Watching these makes me incredibly happy! Im a 28 yr old Dutchie, and Ive been lucky enough to have been in Thailand 4 times: at every one of these trips I had the time of my life! So enjoy your wonderful country and the amazing food!

[@hans-juergenschott9516]

Deine Videos sind für mich wie Reisen ohne mich zu Bewegen,und trotzdem da zu sein.

[@JusticeForPinoys]

It must be a total pleasure to be able to visit places like that in Thailand, far away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

[@inaddess]

Can't wait til my son is older because we are going to travel Thailand for summer holiday. I am from Tennessee in the US but I love cooking Thai food and love the beauty if its culture. Your facial expressions are great and makes the food viewing experience more exciting. Thank you for sharing these beautiful sites with the world!

[@MarkWiens]

inaddess Great to hear that, glad that you love Thai food and culture as well. Thank you for watching!

[@siriexploretheworld]

I love the idea that you refilled water instead of getting new plastic bottles every time! So nice of you!

[@jayaluxmeecurpen5979]

Watched all your videos, been looking for more and I fell on your ancient videos... 7 years back... So much difference. Bzw come to Mauritius...

[@adamax08]

I backpacked Thailand for 4 weeks and I must say, I`ve fallen in love with that country! So beautiful. Especially the north!

[@MarkWiens]

adamax08 Great to hear that!

[@Puccy75]

You two are so nice couple together. Thanks so much for sharing. Maybe someday I would like to go back to my roots. So keep going the good work.

[@MarkWiens]

***** Thank you very much Jasmijn, are you originally from the north of Thailand?

[@Puccy75]

Mark Wiens no, I m not from there. I was born in Bangkok till 6 six I moved to Holland Amsterdam. But If I see the food, I miss it sometime, I've never live there but been there but that was way to long ago.

[@lalaland932]

I just want to say that you are a huge inspiration for me! Your videos keep me motivated which is something I really need at the moment. Whenever I have a bad day I always go to your channel. Amazing work.

[@tai_han]

another good and interesting movie... thumps up and more of those kind of movies

[@MyPenRye]

Le Meridien Chiang Rai is an absolute excellent choice in 4-5* hotel accommodation. The staff, both food and hotel is exceptional. Also, the view is stunningly amazing and filled with local culture. A photographers dream....

[@bigbearjohn]

You do EXCELLENT videos. I look forward to seeing more. Keep up the good work.

[@sudeshsaroop6144]

Hi Mark. My wife and I have been visiting Thailand since 2001 and I started looking at your cooking videos about two years ago which appeared very authentic to me. I've since been following your channel and your many travel videos. Even though we've been to Chiang Rai several times we wanted to try something new and decided to check out the two restaurants in your video. Unfortunately, Laab Sanaam Keela was closed but we did try out Lu Lum and fell in love with it! We ended up eating there three days in a row. The fried red snapper is so good and I love their Tom Yam soup. So glad we watched your video! I have to say that I trust your recommendations. Thank you for making these.

[@greg4402]

Such a nice place to visit and make memories in!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@VelvetGal5]

Mark, it's truly a joy to watch your videos. I love how enthusiastic, energetic, positive, excited, happy you are when you try new Thai foods & visit different areas & regions in Thailand. :-) I'm so glad that you & your lovely wife had the chance to visit Chiang Rai. Chiang Rai is a place close to my heart since some of my relatives live there - my Grandma, some aunts & uncles, etc. And my Mom was raised in Chiang Rai. I was so happy when I watched Sean Lowe's season of "The Bachelor" & Ashley Hebert's season of "The Bachelorette" because they visited parts of Thailand & Sean Lowe proposed to Catherine Giudici in Chiang Rai. Yes, I have a big smile on my face anytime I see a travel, cooking, or reality show featuring Thailand & when I see your videos highlighting Thailand & Thai food. I like the t-shirts you printed in some past videos & will most likely buy one in the future. If I was in Chiang Rai during the time you visited Chiang Rai (I live in the Midwest U.S.), I would've introduced you to some of my Thai relatives & had you stay as guests in their homes & they would've taken you to even more places in Northern Thailand. More than 94 percent of my relatives live in Thailand - Bangkok, Chiang Rai, etc., & I can just imagine all of my Thai relatives having a nice time conversing with you & your wife & sharing Thai food & visiting Thai spots with you. I also think it's cool that you have visited other countries outside of Thailand as well. I still remember you eating Zanzibar pizza in one video. How lucky & blessed you are to have traveled to so many places. :-) It makes me very happy to see how openminded & adventurous you are & how you truly love Thai culture, food, etc. It puts a smile on my face that you're married to a Thai gal as well. :-) I'm also happy for all your upcoming projects & for all your success. Keep up with the hard & good work!. It's a pleasure to see all the positivity you radiate & share in your videos. It's like you're one of unofficial ambassadors of Thailand. I like it, & through many of your videos, I can tell what a good spirit you have. Thanks for sharing all of your awesome videos. It's always an enlightening, positive, good experience to watch your videos. I wish you & your wife a nice day & week. :-)

[@MarkWiens]

VelvetGal5 Great to hear from you, thank you very much for watching my videos. Nice to hear that your family is from Chiang Rai, it's such a beautiful place - that would have been great to connect with your family - thank you for the invitation. Thank you very much for your kind words, really appreciate it. How long have you lived in the US?

[@VelvetGal5]

Hi, Mark. :-) Thank you for your nice reply. :-) You're welcome, & it's a pleasure to watch your videos. :-) You asked how long I have lived in the U.S.? I was born & raised in the Midwest U.S. I have lived in three different U.S. states in the Midwest region. My parents & my sister live in the U.S. as well. My parents were born & raised in Thailand. Then they arrived in different years to practice medicine - my Dad's a medical doctor. My Mom used to work as an R.N. The only relatives I have that live in the U.S. besides my parents & my sister in the Midwest are some relatives living in California. The rest of my relatives live outside the U.S. - some in Hong Kong, Japan - but the rest in Thailand. The majority of my relatives live in Bangkok. My parents rent out their condo in Bangkok since they live in the U.S. And my parents did help pay for my Grandma's recently new home in Chiang Rai because she has lived in my Mom's childhood home since my Mom was born & the house was getting so old & had damage because it was made of wood & was aging, etc.. For my Grandma's wellbeing & safety, they had the old home demolished & rebuilt a home for my Grandma. She has Alzheimer's & it makes it easier for her to live in the more updated home she now lives in with the caretakers who live with her as well. Besides the relatives who live in Bangkok & Chiang Rai, I also have some relatives who live in Chonburi region. And some relatives scattered here & there in different parts of Thailand. Anyways, thanks again for your reply. Your post made my day. I wish you & your wife a great weekend & many continued blessings & success! :-) I'm truly happy for you for all the projects you are working on & producing! :-)

[@JP-wx6uh]

I love Chiang Rai, Chiang Mai. ... So much more relaxing than living in Bkk.... I lived there nearly 8 years and will never forget battling the traffic every morning.

[@quedewit1481]

I've been from Thailand for 5 months. I really miss my hometown ChiangRai its the most absolutely amazing city in Thailand. Thanks for making this video mate :) you are awesome.

[@SNSDlSeoHyun]

Ying is so lucky to have you. And also, you are lucky to have ying. She's really pretty.

[@rayasou]

Thank you Mark for making this video available on youtube.

[@KNtendon]

Ying is so cute! Thanks for sharing a great vlog Mark!

[@diwendtorf]

You have great videos. I recall your video on Penang and was inspired by your tour. Heading to Chiang Rai next week.

[@Sweetysalado]

Breakfast on an hour flight? That's unheard of here in the US! Another thing we don't have here? Those cool water machines which would be awesome if we had them.

[@MarkWiens]

***** Yes, even on most budget airlines in Thailand it's rare, so this it's really nice to have an airline that really takes care of you, and still has good fares. Hope you're having a nice day Diana.

[@8milesfromhome]

Mark Wiens Love the BKK Airways lounge. Those Banana chips were delicious

[@viviansimes8625]

Emotions are a element of your productions, bea-wondrous forever-forever-forever!!!

[@thierryb7106]

I can't travel to this wonderful country yet but u make me travel, thanks mark for your video

[@MarkWiens]

Thierry B Thank you Thierry, and I hope you can come and visit soon.

[@EBL456]

Nice travel blog with pictures.

[@urbanexplorer9003]

We've enjoyed Chiang Rai a lot! Great to see the street food and markets again..Makes me wanna go back!

[@Tsisokay]

It's nice to see more of your wife. She is very beautiful. Thanks for showing us around Chiang Rai. I felt like I was actually touring with you guys. It looked quit nice there. 😊

[@MarkWiens]

Tsisokay Cool, thanks for the feedback, I appreciate you watching.

[@oaklandtobangkok]

Thanks again for another great and informative video Mark.

[@MarkWiens]

Johno F You're welcome Johno

[@bloggeries]

This is great man, your channel keeps getting better and I loved it before! Looking forward to more!

[@WillBidewell]

Great video Mark, Love the way you're incorporating how your working day fits in with visiting places and eating etc. Seems like an amazing way to live.

[@paulajbaker6739]

Hello Mark, Ying & Micah! I have been watching your videos for awhile now. Really interesting to learn about different cultures, social Moreas. I love to eat and particularly live sea food. I enjoy watching you eat with such gusto and how you explain about different species of and preparation of food. I really like the way you care for your wife and awesome son Micah. Love your cyclist friend Joel. He likes to eat good food as well. Truly enjoyed MEATING, Lol, your Dad. You two are just so much alike. Just so welcoming. You enjoy your lives and share your experiences with all of us! Thank You Mark, Ying, and precious Micah! I will keep watching and would enjoy purchasing some merchandise in support of your business. Thanks again. Paula Baker

[@qataristyle]

mark wonderful tourist guide wish you all the best

[@kamianseniorgluten-freefoody]

Love Chiangrai visited February 2018 drove to Chiang Kong on the Mekong river worth a visit

[@FlyingBrezzely]

Cool I also was 2018 in Chiang rai

[@twizted786]

This place looks so serene.

[@jimbolic0809]

I love how your video takes us through each step, as if we were following right behind you. I have a very clear picture of what to expect!

[@ANTHZEIT]

Admirable, instructive, high quality video, as usual, Mark. Thank you so much for sharing it

[@seecanon5840]

Ying is very pretty in pink. As a guide I would trust her and you to take me normal everyday places instead of high end bars or restaraunts. Again so good! Liked your room and enjoyed the walk with you. Have a good rest of October.

[@MarkWiens]

See Canon Thank you so much, I'll let her know. Thank you!

[@ketangajjar03]

U are doing great job mark ...cheers ,loved to watch your videos..

[@AradhyaAastro]

so nice video made me mouth water superb bro

[@tanjaw3402]

Thank you for this, it is so pleasant listening to you and your adventures and I totally believe the suggestions you give (and will put those into action) , thank you

[@Puccy75]

Hope to meet you someday when I whenever go back on vacation. There is so much to see and for me it is to long ago... thankgos that my mom can cook!!

[@firemedic58]

Always enjoy your videos! We went to The Feel restaurant in Myanmar because of your video. I really enjoy Thailand but have not been to Chiang Rai yet, but it is on my list!

[@nijokongapally4791]

good video. and food very nice👍💯😍💖

[@KissTheR1an]

The hotel is so clean! :) the night market too! I would love to visit

[@LucasWorldTravel]

Been there last year loved it and hopefully I will visit again soon as a KZbinr. I am (stranded and loving it) in Thailand. I have been here for the last 4 months and we just got Visas to stay another 6 months. I am looking for a few more ideas for my next visit. Thanks.

[@cadle11]

Best place in Thailand for me.. I Love Chiang Rai...

[@Lakapretty]

Fancy more vlog which including your wife. She s cute. Ths for vloging us so much fresh things of Thai.

[@MarkWiens]

C Celeste Thanks for the feedback, more vlogs coming soon.

[@rotitelor]

Another fantastic video, Mark.

[@brb086]

I'm actually Chiang Rai so THANK YOU!!! I actually appriciated your love to my town :)

[@annecorey607]

Is awesome the food look very good clean place fresh food very nice place for eating love any of this stalls so many to choose from thank you.

[@sebastianlhm72]

Hi Mark, another Great video!!! 👍👍👍

[@MarkWiens]

Sebastian Lim Thank you!

[@MailaRivers]

it was good to finally see your wife. you guys are awesome!

[@MarkWiens]

MailaRivers Thank you Maila

[@anitaswimmer]

absolutely love your travel and food videos!!

[@MarkWiens]

anitaswimmer Thank you

[@TheBobFinnegan]

Another great video.Many thanks

[@jemsmedley8423]

Loved this video!! Just get better and better!! ☺️🙏

[@MarkWiens]

Jem Smedley Thank you Jem!

[@zaimqayyum4881]

I love watching your video ... Nice simple and awesome you should travel to Malaysia

[@MarkWiens]

Zaim Qayyum Thank you Zaim, I hope to visit Malaysia again!

[@joanwalshaw7162]

Love watching Mark ,he makes it all interesting

[@ahmedcass8060]

good report .....i like it ....thank you

[@MarkWiens]

AHMED Cass Thank you!

[@viktorviktormusic]

Mark never ever stop making these videos! I'm addicted to this stuff! :) Cheers from the middle Europe.

[@marizjing8800]

Hi Mark.. I missed the food in that place & also in Chiang Mai. I love Thailand, one of the best country for food.

[@MrCookies43]

this is great! I really enjoy when you show their culture:)

[@Amvpro127]

Mark Wiens, always positive, stay that way...good vibes

[@HeyMelani]

YES! A new video :D Thanks Mark!!!!

[@MarkWiens]

***** Thank you for watching Melani

[@chrisalf3547]

Great job Mark. we will be in Chiang mai the 14th of Dec and heading to Chiang rai the 19th. your information will be very helpful

[@MarkWiens]

chris alf Thank you Chris

[@margaretcooper797]

Avocados,passion fruits,aubergine and Brussels sprouts are my favourite foods.

[@marmaduke954]

I like your videos, their informative, interesting and almost personal

[@Gerbert66]

thanks mark, good Report from my favorite town in Thailand.

[@MarkWiens]

Gerbert66 Thank you, glad you love Chiang Rai too.

[@Kh4lidz]

Woooh That was mouth drooling ! Great video mark ! Hope you enjoyed your time in chiang rai, Be safe and have a wonderful day.

[@MarkWiens]

Kh4lidz Thank you very much, you have a great day too!

[@amristar736]

Very good. I ways love your videos, Mark.

[@MarkWiens]

Amristar Thank you

[@pphetsada]

We went there 3 years ago. Great place-delicious food.

[@ozza26]

Great tip about the water vending machines. Thanks Mark

[@MauMadRooCon]

It's my first time fully seeing your wife in a video. Great video as always.

[@MarkWiens]

MauMadRooCon Thanks, glad you enjoyed it.

[@Paul.in.Ireland]

Hi Mark, wonderful to see you actually travel to your destination , I ain't been to chaing rai yet but I must say it looks really nice and of course the big attraction is the clean air! Your hotel room looks fantastic for the budget price you have paid, great value. Looking forward to more videos from your chaing rai adventures. Thank you again.

[@MarkWiens]

Ryan Darcy Thanks Ryan, yah that mountain air is so wonderful, especially coming from Bangkok. I'd really recommend that hotel if you visit Chiang Rai, it's a beautiful place for peace and relaxation. Thanks again!

[@evilkittiekat]

You and Ying are such a cute couple. You also seem to balance each other when traveling. :)

[@MarkWiens]

evilkittie2103 Thank you for your kinds words!

[@fuzzygreen3634]

great vid man, i always enjoy these vlogs of yours

[@MarkWiens]

Fuzzy Greens Thank you

[@Nyang677]

Love the videos mark. Keep it up.

[@MarkWiens]

***** Thanks Nou

[@pleaselisten1583]

I want to move there for uni! Nice to know there's videos out there

[@Thistooshallpass-8877]

I love Chiang Rai, wish to be back there soon.

[@bhaskarpawar3032]

I daily check for your new videos.

[@MarkWiens]

Bhaskar Pawar Thank you!

[@MsLansones]

Northern Thailand looks so clean! Is it like that all throughout Northern Thailand Mark?

[@MarkWiens]

MsLansones Yes it is nice and clean and fresh - it's like this most of the year, but during March - May or so, it's the field burning season, so there's always smoke in the air, so then is not a great time to visit. Otherwise, it's wonderful!

[@MegaAndyuk]

I was there last month for the 6th time , wonderful city and scenery all around the town, great market by the clock tower. Ta Ton and Mae Hong Son are amazing places to visit as well.

[@areyoureally123]

So interesting seeing those prices vs Chicago! Thanks or your vids.

[@MarkWiens]

areyoureally123 You're welcome, thanks for watching.

[@KENNETHedwardMitchell]

Loved the different approach to this vid!

[@NorthernThaiGardenGuy]

Chiang Rai is my home. You went right by where I live! :D

[@yengsabio5315]

Sawat dii khrap! How far is Chiang Mai from Chiang Rai? Khop khun khrap! Lots'a love, cheers, & Mabuhay, from tropical Philippines!

[@NorthernThaiGardenGuy]

@@yengsabio5315 About 3 hours by car or bus.

[@joyfullyorganic]

I just love watching your vids.

[@MarkWiens]

joyfullyorganic Thank you so much!

[@YOUSOFization]

Ur the best man really like ur vlogs do more of them

[@MarkWiens]

Jerry CHEN Thank you Jerry

[@perdomot]

Love it when you travel dude. Always fun to see new places. The food court at the night bazaar looked decent but you didn't sound impressed.

[@MarkWiens]

Perdomot Thanks for watching. Yah, it was a nice atmosphere, but food wasn't such great quality - but not bad!

[@kimg5572]

love your vlogs..learned alot about delicious asian foods and think your a great couple 😊

[@HmongKnight4ever]

Hey, Mark, always a pleasure to watch your videos. Thank you. Oh, yes, Ying is a beautiful lady and married to a handsome husband. You two will have beautiful children. Keep up the good work. I watch your videos daily.

[@MarkWiens]

darkangel damn Thank you very much, we appreciate it!

[@Riz2336]

Very cool thanks for sharing the experience man, good vid.

[@MarkWiens]

Riz2336 You're welcome, thank you for watching.

[@jellyart89]

I want to cry after watching your videos because I'm tooooo hungry.

[@kchung9209]

Another excellent video...... Thank you for sharing your journey with us....

[@MarkWiens]

kchung9209 You're welcome, thank you for watching.

[@agusrici6212]

Hi Mark!! It's the first time i see your wife in your video. I think she should appear more.:D BTW very nice flight you had. And lovely food as usual.. Love Your video.

[@NidhiSingh-pt7jq]

Love your expression while you taste your food .loads of love and hugs from India Mark 😄

[@JackGeezy]

Mark you are lucky, i wish i could travel and explore the world like you

[@MarkWiens]

JackGeezy85 Thank you Jack, I appreciate it.

[@peterholmstrom5198]

Loved the vlog ...chiang rai is awesome.. Loved the cafe just beside chiang rai tower clock Magic coffea...the best i ever had in the entire world. Love your work. Planning to go to thailand this mars 2015 Could yuo give me some pointers where to go...? Love food...and adventure...no sunfreak.

[@MarkWiens]

Peter Holmström Hey Peter, glad you loved Chiang Rai too, and thanks for the tip about the coffee shop - didn't go there, but next time will have to check it out. Yes, I'll be writing and making more videos about Chiang Rai, but here's one place I've already written about: www.eatingthaifood.com/2014/10/chiang-rai-restaurant-lab-sanam-keela/

[@kangam3995]

That chicken run across the street.. lol .. i had to rewind it a few times .. too funny

[@MarkWiens]

KangaM Haha, yes, it was a surprise for me too!

[@themaster4353]

Nice video Mark :) Very interesting :)

[@MarkWiens]

AUTAssassinAUT Thank you for watching.

[@dimitrileveugle2352]

You make great videos, keep up the good work!