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What's On in Chiang Mai and Beyond

Until 15th : Art on Teak

Until 15th : Art on Teak Art Exhibition or painting on teak wood by Nawamitr Yaleumyat at 1st floor O.P. Place Chiang Mai, Le Meridien Chiang Mai, Night Bazaar. Open daily 11 am - 11 pm.

6th - 8th : Northern Eco & Adventure Travel Mart 2009

6th - 8th : Northern Eco & Adventure Travel Mart 2009: TAT Chiang Mai and several organizations organize Northern Eco & Adventure Travel Mart 2009 to promote Chiang Mai's eco tourism business to domestic and overseas agents. The event is also opened to the general public at Royal Flora 2006. For more info, call 053 248 604 and 053 248 607.

9th : INFORMAL NORTHERN THAI GROUP (INTG) MEETING

9th : INFORMAL NORTHERN THAI GROUP (INTG) MEETING Regular monthly lecture with question and answer session at the Alliance Francaise, 138 Charoen Prathet Road (Ping River Map A3): Topic - to be announced. The INTG has been hosting talks mainly about aspects of Southeast Asian culture, almost exclusively at the Alliance Francaise, since 1984. Everyone welcome. For further information, contact Brian Hubbard, 053 409 418. brihubb@loxinfo.co.th.

11th : A Remembrance Day Service

11th : A Remembrance Day Service at the Chiang Mai Foreign Cemetery in memory of all those who gave their lives in war and the service of their country. The non-denominational service will commence about 10.45 a.m. A Two Minute Silence will be observed at 11 am. After the service visitors are invited to the Chiang Mai Gymkhana Club for refreshments. The Chiang Mai Foreign Cemetery is on the Chiang Mai-Lamphun Road, 1 mile south of the Narawat Bridge, opposite the Electric Company offices.

27th - 28th Feb 2010 : Cosmic Creatures:Textiles from Northeast Lao Communities

27th - 28th Feb 2010 : Cosmic Creatures:Textiles from Northeast Lao Communities, this exhibition gives a glimpse into the heavens of the peoples of northeast Laos where serpents are powerful allies and can become human; birds can turn into elephants, serpents or boats, through an art form created by women. The exhibition will be held at The Patricia Cheesman Collection Gallery, Studio Naenna, Soi Changkhian, Huay Kaew Rd. Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (please call first) and by appointment at 053 226 042.

Every Friday

NIM CITY DAILY ART MARKET featuring various kinds of art pieces for sale, exhibited by local artists and students with live jazz music. 6:30 - 9 pm at NIM City Daily on Mahidol Road, close to Budget Car Rental. More info at 086-8005522.

Don't Miss Corner

Special Package "Le Meridien Reveal"

Stay at Le Meridien Chiang Mai + receive one night voucher at Le Meridien Bangkok complimentary.

From now until 31 January 2010, "Le Meridien Reveal" package offers a very special rate on accommodation at THB 5,500+++ per room per night.

It is inclusive of

* One night accommodation in Deluxe Room with mountain view
* Eye opening breakfast for two persons at Latest Recipe restaurant
* A voucher for one night stay at Le Meridien Bangkok

Terms + Conditions

- Minimum 2 night-stay is required
- Advanced booking is required and subject to availability
- Rate subjects to 10% Service Charge, 0.08%
Provincial Tax and 7% VAT.
- One night voucher at Le Meridien Bangkok valid until 31 March 2010 is per stay and subject to availability - guests must book in advance
- Consecutive bookings will not be honoured.

For more information or reservation, please call 053 253 666 or email: reservations.chiangmai@lemeridien.com

Ping Nakara Boutique Hotel & Spa

Pre-opening rate @ www.pingnakara.com and get 25% Discount
135/9 Charoenprathet Road, T. Changklan, A. Muang Chiang Mai, Thailand
For more information, call 053 272 111, fax. 053 272 666 or email: info@pingnakara.com Visit www.pingnakara.com for information, regular rates and photo gallery.

Charcoa House
The Cozy Bed & Breakfast

Every purchase of 400 baht, get 1 complimentary caramel smoothie (85 baht). Please bring this magazine to receive the compliment. The promotion is valid for Chiang Mai Tourist Guide readers until November 30th 2009.
For more information, please call 053 212 2681 or 084 484 1105.

SHANGRI-LA HOTEL, CHIANG MAI LAUNCHES CHIANG MAI GEMS PACKAGE

Shangri-La Hotel, Chiang Mai offers "Chiang Mai Gems" packages, enticing prospective travelers to experience a city of Lanna. Package prices start at THB 10,130 (plus 18.5 per cent tax and service charge) for two night’s stay. The package is valid for single or double occupancy and is available from 1 November 2009 until 31 October 2010.

Make the most of your time in this charming city where all the basics are taken care of - roundtrip airport transfers, luxurious and comfortable accommodation with buffet breakfast and one half-day trip to the city's most famous mountaintop temple, Doi Suthep; then back to the hotel in time for one-hour Lanna Blend massage at our CHI, The Spa to sooth the body and soul.

For more information or reservations, please call 053 253 888 or fax email: reservations.slcm@shangri-la.com or booking online at www.shangri-la.com.

"Friday - Saturday BBQ nights"

6 November 2009 onwards
Chill out @ dusitD2 chiang mai's beer garden every Friday - Saturday night with special barbeque dinner buffet. An extensive selection of barbeque dishes will be served from an open grill station.
Barbeque buffet from 6.30 pm onwards
THB 699 net - adults (inclusive of free-flow Singha draught beer)
THB 499 net - adults
THB 299 net - children
Dusit Wine & Dine members enjoy 10 % discount.
For further information and reservations, please call 053-999-999 or email: d2cm@dusit.com.

The Other 11 Months

January