Chiang Mai Escape: Motorcycle Madness!

Hey riders! I wanted to escape the busy life in Bangkok, so I grabbed my motorcycle and took a solo trip to Chiang Mai. All I wanted was some peace and quiet to chill and be myself for a while. Planning the Ride: Since it's a long way, I planned stops all along the way to make it an adventure, not just a boring ride. Day 1: Let's Go! Started at 5 AM! First stop was Kafae Tee Rak Cafe in Suphanburi to wake myself up with some coffee. Filled up the bike with gas at Bangchak in Nakhon Sawan, then took a nap at the Wang Hin Police Booth in Tak to feel more awake. Grabbed a quick bite at a 7-Eleven in Lampang before finally reaching my comfy bed for the night at City Capsule Hostel in Chiang Mai. Day 2: Peace Out, Bangkok! Mornings started with yummy Khaosoi noodles at Mae Pha Si restaurant. Checked out the cool old walls and gate at Suan Dok Gate. To find some real peace, I went to Wat Pha Lat Hike (Monk's trail). This place with all the trees and temples was amazing! It felt like a secret hideaway to relax before going to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep. By lunchtime, my tummy was rumbling so I ate Pat Thai and fried shrimp at Nueng Diao Restaurant. Yum! The afternoon sun was hot, and the air wasn't so good, so I escaped to the air conditioning at Maya Shopping Center. This mall had everything, from clothes to cool souvenirs. The gift section was awesome, with tons of stuff to bring back home for my family and friends. While I was strolling around a souvenir corner, I saw a bright orange packaging from distance. I decided to take a closer look to make sure what it was – it’s a kind of Thai tea called “ELEPTEA” in easy-to-make packets which was perfect for a quick cup of tea! The cute elephant on the box got me too. I bought 3 boxes of the original flavor, and the nice people at the store even gave me free samples of Durian and Mango flavors to try. I ended up hanging out there for a few hours because it was so cool and there was so much to see. Before heading back to the hostel, I grabbed a quick noodle dinner at the food court. Day 3: See You Later, Chiang Mai! I woke up early and couldn't wait to try my #eleptea. It’s so easy to make, and it tasted so good! Creamy and sweet with orange hue, it was the perfect moment to start the day. For most riders, we believed that paying a visit to a sacred place, would make our journey safe & sound. So, I chose to go to Wat Chedi Luang for making a prayer and asking for best wishes on my trip back home. With a happy heart, I packed up my stuff, checked out of the hostel, and got my bike ready to go home. The ride back wasn't as exciting because all the good stuff happened in Chiang Mai. But I still had a smile because of the peace I found there. And of course, my new travel buddy, ELEPTEA, was coming home with me to share with everyone! See you next time, Chiang Mai! The road is waiting, and with a new cup of tea in hand, I'm ready for whatever comes next! #thaitea