Chiang Mai

Dean Cortez answers:

The Chiang Mai airport is in CM – so, depending on where you might be going, it may not be too far, but either way, it is not far. It should not be more than abt a 15 minute drive to the center of town. I do not know how they work things but if it were a Bkk metered taxi, it would likely be not more than 100 baht – but since it is the airport and likely no meters, you might be paying close to 200 baht, depending on day or night. There likely will be tuk tuks there too – - but, why not contact your hotel and ask. They may even have pick-up service.

Sunday Night Walking Street Market might be some of the most original shopping you can do in Thailand w/lots of independent craft people selling their wares.

Have fun.

Dean Cortez answers:

Since you sound like you are not working for a school or an institution that teaches English, what you are proposing is illegal. If you are here on a student visa or a tourist visa you are not allowed to work under Thai Immigration law. You can’t get a work permit unless you already have a job. I would be careful trying to do something like you are proposing, if you are caught working without a work permit, you will be fined and deported. Be careful, immigration laws are strictly enforced here. Good luck.