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Photo of the Week: Biking Through Vibrant Rice Fields in Northern Thailand

Photo of the Week: Biking Through Vibrant Rice Fields in Northern ThailandOn our second visit to Chiang Mai, we set out to explore Northern Thailand's stunning countryside beyond the city limits. Through hands-on experience, we've found bicycle tours to be the ultimate way to connect with a destination. We joined a guided ride with Spice Roads, pedaling past endless rice paddies and watching skilled artisans handcraft the beautiful wares sold in Chiang Mai markets. The adventure wrapped up at San Kamphaeng Hot Springs, where we savored lunch and soaked our feet in the revitalizing mineral waters before heading back. Stay tuned for our full story on this unforgettable cycling tour.


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