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Visiting Thailand and Chiang Mai in 2027

Once again, our director Sukha is heading back to Thailand in January 2027. She is invited as a guest teacher by our friends at the Sunshine Massage School in Chiang Mai and would love to meet you there.

Sukha will teach 2 classes:

To attend these classes, you must register directly through the Sunshine School.

Make sure your flight lands at least one day before your class starts. Sukha will be available to meet up in Chiang Mai during the following period.

Suggested Calendar

  • January 15-17: Arrival in Thailand, free time
  • Jan 18-21: Sukha’s Class “Thai Massage Using The Feet”
  • Jan 22-24: Free time to enjoy Chiang Mai
  • Jan 25-29: Sukha’s Class “Sen Therapy Workshop: Structural Energy Lines”
  • Jan 30 and on: Stay longer and visit Chiang Mai or other parts of Thailand

 

Plan Your Visit to Chiang Mai

Note: All approximate prices below are in Canadian Dollars. As of June 19, 2026: 1 CAD = 23 Thai Baht.

 

Flights to Chiang Mai 

Book your flight as soon as possible.

As of June 2026, a roundtrip flight from Montreal to Chiang Mai in January 2027 starts at around $2,000 CAD. Shop around using search engines like SkyScanner.ca or your favourite booking app/website.

There is an airport in Chiang Mai but there might not be a direct flight from where you are coming from. Depending on your budget and how you want to get there, pay attention to flight durations and multiple layovers.

No tourist Visa is needed for Canadians and Americans (US). Please verify with your country of residence outside of Canada and United States.

 

Visiting Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai, located in Northern Thailand, is a lovely, safe and clean town with lots of cool things to do and see. The fortified part of it, referred to as the Old City, forms a square surrounded by ancient walls and moats. It’s easy to get around in the old city, and walking from one edge to the other takes about 35 minutes. (See on Google Maps)

 

Getting Around Chiang Mai 

  • From Chiang Mai airport to Old City: $1-$18 (city bus, tuktuk, songthaew/red cars, Uber or taxi)
  • Around the Old City: Free! Everything is within walking distance

 

Accommodations in Chiang Mai

Browse rooms on Agoda or Booking.com or other booking platforms.
Here is what you can expect to pay depending on your budget and the Chiang Mai area you choose:

Best value: Guest houses, 3 stars and up
Private room with bathroom, free Wifi, a/c, water kettle, sometimes breakfast included
Can start at $35/night and up 

Most economical: Hostels
Shared room, shared bathroom, free Wifi
Can start at $10-15/night and up 

Fanciest: Hotels
Private room with bathroom, free Wifi, a/c, often breakfast included
$250/night and up 

Here are a few pointers:

  • Select your dates (make sure you land at least a day prior to the start of your course).
  • Narrow down the results by targeting the best neighbourhood (“Old Town”, “Old City”, “Tha Phae”).
  • Choose your currency and set your budget.
  • Look at the other filters (star-rating, amenities) and select the ones important to you! Sometimes, breakfast is included.
  • Establishments using the word “Boutique” in their name or description are usually more modern and clean.
  • Read the reviews left by previous clients.
  • Pay attention to rental policies. Some places allow you to cancel for free.
  • Hurry up to book! The rates and availabilities change quickly!

 

Below is a map of Chiang Mai with highlighted relevant places and recommended areas to book your accommodations. To enjoy the liveliest area of Chiang Mai, go for the eastern half of the old city (in pink below). It’s a pleasant neighbourhood, close to everything. Light pink areas are also good options.

Yellow: Chiang Mai International Airport (bottom left), Tha Phae Gate, which will be our meeting point whenever we need one (center), Sunshine Massage School (top right). Pink: Best area to book a room (eastern part of the old city). Light pink: 2nd best areas to book a room.

 

Activities to consider

 

Need more details?

If you are interested in joining us in Thailand but would like more detailed information, please let us know by email at info@lotuspalm.com and we will provide further assistance.

 

See you there!

We hope that this article was helpful in your planning and we are looking forward to meeting you in Thailand.