Massage journal
Thai massage know-how, oils, reflexology and Chiang Mai tips, written by the people who give the massages.
Latest articles
Thai Massage vs Oil Massage: Which Should You Choose?
Thai massage or oil massage? A simple side-by-side comparison of feel, clothing, pressure and price to help you choose the right one in Chiang Mai.
Thai Massage Benefits: What Nuad Thai May Help With
What traditional Thai massage (Nuad Thai) is, where it comes from, and what many guests find it helps with, from stiff backs to better rest.
Thai Herbal Compress Massage (Luk Pra Kob) Explained
What a Thai herbal compress (Luk Pra Kob) is, which herbs usually go inside, where the tradition comes from, and what to expect during the massage.
Thai Foot Reflexology: What a Foot Massage Feels Like
What Thai foot reflexology is, what the research says, what happens during a foot massage at our Chiang Mai shop, and which length to book.
Massage Prices in Chiang Mai: 2026 Guide
What a massage costs at our Chiang Mai shop, from 350 THB for a Thai or foot massage, and what changes the price, including length, oil and hotel visits.
Massage After the Doi Suthep Hike: A Sore-Legs Guide
Sore legs after the Monk's Trail, Doi Suthep or a day of temples and markets? Which massage to choose, when to book it, and why water matters.
Your First Thai Massage: What to Expect
A friendly first-timer's guide to Thai massage in Chiang Mai covering arriving, what to wear, pressure, talking, tipping, how long to book and booking ahead.
Essential Oils for Massage: How to Choose Yours
The oils we use at Ai Oon Massage Lanna (lemongrass, jasmine, eucalyptus and warm massage oil), how to pick one, and what to know about allergies.