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

Oslo , General info:
10/10

Very sweet city situated on Oslo Fjord.

Oslo , Different stuff:
10/10

The 17th of May is the Norwegian national day. The street parade past the Kings palace is great experience. Everyone on the street dress in formal ware or national dress called bunad and give a very colourful display.

Oslo , Food:
7/10

Lots of cafes and good eateries.

Oslo , Safety:
9/10

The city is reasonably safe but remember the Norwegians like to queue. DONT ever jump a queue.