Experience Lovely ChiangMai < 200 USD for 2 for 3D/2N

#asiabudgetchallenge Chiangmai is perfect for an affordable vacation as it is laidback , embraces slow living and well-known for friendly and honest locals. I sincerely hope it stays this way for long. For an estimated budget of <200 USD for 2 , here’s the overview . • 🛏 Accommodation (2 nights): ~$30 USD per night • 🍜 Food (local street food, 3 days): ~$15 USD • 🚋 Transport (local rides, rentals): ~$20 USD • 🏯 Activities & sightseeing (temples, markets, etc.): ~$15 USD • ✨ Total Basic Spend: ~$110 USD With spare budget , check out the elephant sanctuary tours , go for Thai massages , sign up for a cooking class or treat yourself to a Michelin guide restaurant . 🛏 Accommodation (2 nights: ≈ $30 USD/ night) Stay in a clean & comfortable private or dorm room near the Old City or Nimmanhaemin area: • Hostel dorm beds: ~$6–9 USD/night (~180–300 THB) • Budget private room: ~$18–35 USD/night 🏯 Activities & Sightseeing (Free to Low‑cost) • Explore the Old City on foot or bike: visit Wat Phra Singh, Wat Chedi Luang, free entry or small donation (~฿40–90)   • Stroll through Chiang Mai Night Bazaar or Sunday Walking Street for street food, shopping & atmosphere (mostly free)  • Relax in Buak Hat Park, explore markets – totally free  • Attend free yoga or temple events if timing aligns   🍛 Top Local Dishes & Prices (Per Meal) 1. Khao Soi (ข้าวซอย) – Chiang Mai’s iconic curry noodle soup • 🏷️ Price: 40–60 THB (~$1–2 USD) • 🥄 Coconut curry broth with egg noodles, crispy noodles, and chicken or beef 2. Sai Ua (ไส้อั่ว) – Northern Thai spicy herb sausage • 🏷️ Price: 20–30 THB per stick (~$0.50–1 USD) • 🥄 Grilled sausage made with lemongrass, kaffir lime, and chili 3. Nam Prik Ong (น้ำพริกอ่อง) – Northern chili tomato dip with vegetables • 🏷️ Price: 50–80 THB (~$1.50–2.50 USD) • 🥄 Served with boiled vegetables and sticky rice 4. Sticky Rice with Mango (ข้าวเหนียวมะม่วง) • 🏷️ Price: 40–60 THB (~$1–2 USD) • 🥭 Sweet mango, coconut milk, and sticky rice 5. Grilled Pork Skewers (Moo Ping - หมูปิ้ง) • 🏷️ Price: 10–15 THB per skewer (~$0.30–0.50 USD) • 🥄 Popular breakfast or snack at morning markets 6. Pad Thai (ผัดไทย) • 🏷️ Price: 35–60 THB (~$1–2 USD) • 🥄 Stir-fried rice noodles with egg, tofu, shrimp/chicken 7. Som Tum (ส้มตำ) – Green papaya salad • 🏷️ Price: 30–50 THB (~$1–1.50 USD) • 🥄 Spicy, sour, sweet, and crunchy – perfect with sticky rice 8. Khao Niaw Moo Yang (ข้าวเหนียวหมูย่าง) – Sticky rice with grilled pork • 🏷️ Price: 40–60 THB (~$1–2 USD) • 🥄 Great grab-and-go meal 🛍️ Where to Eat • Chang Phuak Night Market (North Gate) • Sunday Night Walking Street Market • Warorot Market (for locals’ prices) • Street stalls near Tha Pae Gate or Nimman area #localfood #couplestrip #staycation #travel #naturalwonders #thingstodo #familytravel #poolhotel #afternoonteatime