CHIANG RAI– In a major blow to regional cybercrime, Lao law enforcement officials launched a massive series of raids across Bokeo Province this week, resulting in the arrest of over 230 suspects linked to international call center scams. According to reports from MGR Online, the operation targeted organized crime cells operating near the Mekong River […]

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Chiang Rai welcomed 6.46 million visitors in 2025. That surge brought in 51.5 billion baht in revenue. Most came from Thai families who craved calm escapes from city noise. These numbers beat 2024 by 4.25 percent.

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If you're craving a trip that helps you slow down, sleep better, and come home feeling like yourself again, Northern Thailand wellness retreats stand out in 2026.

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CHIANG RAI - Soldiers from Task Force Chao Tak under Pha Muang Task Force have recovered 232 kilograms of crystal meth after a brief firefight with a drug caravan in Mae Fah Luang district of Chiang Rai Province.

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Planning to visit Chiang Rai in Northern Thailand in 2026 comes down to one choice: what matters most to you, weather, crowds, costs, or the kind of trip you want.

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