Thailand

In May, we were in Chiang Mai, Thailand with our two kids and just needed a break from the busy energy of the Old Town. We wanted something outdoors, something quiet, and something that didn’t feel like another tourist stop. That’s when we decided to try the Wat Pha Lat trail. We had heard it was peaceful and shaded and that it ended at a temple tucked into the jungle. That sounded perfect.

Visiting Royal Park Rajapruek with kids was exactly what we needed. It’s a massive botanical garden tucked right inside the city, and honestly, it ended up being one of our favorite places in all of Chiang Mai. The park is huge, but it never felt overwhelming. There were bugs to learn about, trees to walk through, wide paths to wander, and tons of space for the kids to just be themselves.