The Best Restaurants in Chiang Mai
These are four places that offer good food and an awesome ambience. Places that are rich in Lanna culture an have the incredible and amazing tastes of Thailand.
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Imagine lounging on your deck, cold beer in hand, while the turquoise waters of Koh Samui lap the shore in front of you…Or picture yourself in the hustle and bustle of Penang, which plays host to 85,000 street food stalls…
Perhaps a mountain getaway is more your thing—you’ll be spoilt for choice in Chiang Mai, a city known for its ancient temples and long list of outdoor activities, from abseiling and paragliding to dragon boat rides and hot springs…
Outside of Southeast Asia, you’ll find property bargains galore in countries like Spain, Italy and Greece, which are bursting with Old-World charm and culture. Wind your way through cobblestone streets, past quaint cafés, taking in the smells of freshly baked bread and strong coffee…Or picture a life for yourself in the South of France, spending your days sipping wine and eating cheese…
Or, if you’re yearning for a cooler climate, venture north to Ireland, Scotland or Wales—where the rugged landscape is unrivalled…
Further afield, retirement havens in Central and South America continue to attract expats from all over the world—from sleepy villages in Costa Rica to beachside resort towns in Mexico. Wherever you’re looking for, you’ll find it in International Living Postcards.
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Discovering Madeira: “The Garden Island”
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Where is Sri Lanka?
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Savouring the Good Life in Perfectly Positioned Perpignan, France
Perpignan is mainland France’s southernmost city and the perfect place to be if you can’t decide whether you want to live in France or Spain.