Chiang Mai , General info:
9/10

To those that have visited Chiang Mai, Thailand they love it and thousands of foreigners have made this their home in retirement. But yet many still have not heard of Chiang Mai which is Thailand\'s 2nd largest city at only 300k population (city but outlying areas).

Chiang Mai is located about 1 hr north of Bangkok by plane and is cooler, cleaner, less traffic, less pollution and lower priced than Bangkok or Pattaya or Puket.

Chiang Mai , Different stuff:
7/10

If you are not from these parts some of the fruits and food you will not be accustomed to and we suggest sampling as much as you can and only watch out for foods with hot peppers as you have to develop a tolerance for the types and amount of peppers to add.

Chiang Mai , Food:
10/10

One of the best things about Chiang Mai and Thailand are the foods and fruits most of which are grown locally including strawberries.

So many different types of fruits that after living here for several years I have still not tasted them all.

The food is delicious and cheap.

Chiang Mai , Hotels:
10/10

Deerfield , General info:
8/10

Deerfield is a historic New England town near the Berkshires. It offers many historic attractions as well as Yankee Candle Company, the world's most famous scented candles. The town is made up of more than 70 percent farmland, yet it has an internet cafe, fine restaurants, and all of the services you would need in a little village.

Deerfield , Cheap stuff:
7/10

Deerfield is the home of Berkshire Brewing Company, makers of fine ales, beers and lagers, and available in their signature 22 oz. bottles.

Deerfield , Different stuff:
8/10

We have a lot of beautiful scenery and a wonderful downtown. There is free WiFi on the town common, no password needed. Also there is a cute little cafe called GoNOMAD Cafe right on the common.

Deerfield , Don't miss:
10/10

The view from the top of Mount Sugarloaf of the Connecticut river and farmlands of Sunderland.

Deerfield , Food:
6/10

From bagels to fine dining, to latte and cappuccino, plus fast food from Subway and soups from Elm Farm Bakery, Deerfield has many options.

Visit the BBA Polish Deli for specialties from Poland like galumpki, and latkes.

Deerfield , Hotels:
5/10

Red Roof Inn, on Rte 5, and The Deerfield Inn, in Old Deerfield are best choices.

Deerfield , Safety:
10/10

It's a safe place to walk any time day or night.