Revisiting PAI in Northern Thailand and I Can't Believe It 🇹🇭

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  • Опубликовано: 21 июл 2024
  • For the past 12 years Pai in Northern Thailand has always been a place that I have loved coming to. However last time we were here with Dreamy, the place was very quiet and things seemed a tad depressing,
    Covid had meant many of the street food vendors had left, hostels had become lost back to the forests, and normal Pai classic spots had ceased to exist.
    Thankfully however things have picked back up and so today we make our way towards Pai to rediscover the town and see what's new.
    This series was filmed in October 2022 ✌️🇻🇳✌️
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    00:35 - 09:36 - Driving to Pai didn't go well
    09:37 - 25:43 - Exploring the NEW Pai
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Комментарии • 338

  • @PaddyDoyle.
    @PaddyDoyle.  Год назад +76

    Pai is such a special place ♥️ next up we're on our way to the border of Laos 🙏

    • @evansmusic2009
      @evansmusic2009 Год назад +1

      Pai seemed like there was a much bigger Farang population than Thai! Is it a place that exists only for tourism?

    • @jerryonjay
      @jerryonjay Год назад +1

      I missed you again Happily retired outside this beautiful little town . Just far enough to be able to ride a bike in among the beautiful scenery . A slice of Heaven for sure

    • @jerryonjay
      @jerryonjay Год назад +1

      Paddy THANKS SO MUCH for recommending Khao Soi Maesai it really was best Khao soi I’ve had in 20 years had no idea it was here .

    • @ianbarton335
      @ianbarton335 Год назад

      Should of kept super dreamy or dreamy. Wavey would be good aswell

    • @cottonhiker
      @cottonhiker Год назад +2

      My wife and I ABSOLUTELY LOVE your content! I have a 125cc scooter and want to start a RUclips channel and was wondering what editing software you’re using?! 🙏🛵

  • @connielinz879
    @connielinz879 Год назад +18

    The Bamboo Bridge looked beautiful. Zelda was definitely the show stopper at Two Huts. 🙂

  • @ianwatson3315
    @ianwatson3315 Год назад +18

    Paddy..nothing to worry about..the squeak is the calipers piston and the back of the disc pads …just need to put some copper ease between the back of the pads so the metal to metal doesn’t squeak..it’s normal ..it’s nothing wrong with your brakes..always use the front brake ..not rear unless you need to stop in an emergency .

  • @ThailandThomas
    @ThailandThomas Год назад +35

    I was amazed some place Paddy Doyle has not been in Thailand. I love the laid-back lifestyle Pai. My friend Pat just moved there about two months ago. He is loving it. I was a bit disappointed you did not visit the waterfall. I am a waterfall dude. I want to walk the tight rope! Yum toasty buns. Great video like aways mate!

    • @PaddyDoyle.
      @PaddyDoyle.  Год назад +2

      haha yeah I am slowly seeing it all

    • @ajtom4987
      @ajtom4987 Год назад +1

      you are legend

  • @jomontanee
    @jomontanee Год назад +6

    The young monks, a mahout and 2 elephants…. SO BEAUTIFUL!!!!🌈🌙

  • @Geoffreyboucher
    @Geoffreyboucher Год назад +6

    What a beautiful part of Thailand really enjoyed watching this video,,,peace and happiness on your travels Paddy

  • @Bob-rt5vd
    @Bob-rt5vd Год назад

    Great video as usual, beautiful scenery and views. Thanks again

  • @BodyBliss_by_Nadine
    @BodyBliss_by_Nadine Год назад +5

    Pai is sooooo nice! We loved it there! Such good vibes and so beautiful ❤

  • @timkoay8946
    @timkoay8946 Год назад

    Amazing vlog. Great video skills Paddy. You lived the life in paradise.

  • @davidcolinburt
    @davidcolinburt Год назад +11

    I nearly went to Pai, pre-covid, but it was the smokey burning season so people who had just been there told me not to bother. They said they couldn't see the mountains for the smoke. I was visiting Chiang Mai at the time. Oh well, another time. Looks like a nice place to chill out. A lot of familiar sights with shops, bars and street entertainment. I really enjoy kicking back and listening to the local musicians, sometimes sitting in if there's an extra guitar around. Anyway, thank you for the tour. Gotta love it!! Safe journeys.

    • @PaddyDoyle.
      @PaddyDoyle.  Год назад +2

      yeah you have go check out Pai, but yeah avoid March and April

  • @gibstr
    @gibstr Год назад

    Thanks again Paddy. Looking forward to visit next year.

  • @stoutyplays9276
    @stoutyplays9276 Год назад +3

    Loving the videos, definitely helped with my planning of Asia. I’m going to Pai on the 7th of this month, I can’t wait for it!!

  • @rickgrimes.
    @rickgrimes. Год назад +2

    Paddy mate these videos are getting better and better every single time
    This one gave me huge Series 1 budgeteers vibes for some reason (which IMO was one of the best series). Might be the locale haha, or just the fact that you’re talking/sharing so much
    Because really that’s why we’re alll here, more than for any location or adventure or event, we’re here for YOU
    Keep it up man ✌🏼

  • @Breezy_easy01
    @Breezy_easy01 Год назад

    I start watching your videos and could not stop at all. The way you present and record your contents is remarkably unique. Keep up the good work.

  • @cinderella1295
    @cinderella1295 Год назад +2

    Hi Paddy, your big bite in that yummy burger was soo good ! mmmh😋!👍😂great and very exciting vid. Nature is breathtaking, love it ! another beautiful vid. good music 🎵

  • @robandbenci4675
    @robandbenci4675 Год назад +3

    beautiful countryside. a must visit for sure. hope your new bike is good to go for your next adventure 👍

  • @martinpeacocke8968
    @martinpeacocke8968 Год назад

    I love your great videos Paddy! Thank you so much!

  • @andyl4776
    @andyl4776 Год назад

    Brilliant as always cheers paddy 👍😎👌🤝🙏

  • @bradleybprentice1497
    @bradleybprentice1497 Год назад

    On my list towards the end of the year. Cooler weather. Great content as always.

  • @garyezard7512
    @garyezard7512 Год назад +1

    Cheers paddy great video as always 🍺🍺👍👍

  • @evabruchhaus6741
    @evabruchhaus6741 Год назад +2

    loving pai :) brings back good memories, thank you!!

  • @Claptone1
    @Claptone1 Год назад +4

    Mate, just wanted to thank you for everything you do on here! My girlfriend and I are currently staying at the quu hotel, went to the white rabbit, will visit sky temple tomorrow... having the time of our lifes and you helped with that a great deal!! would have loved to meet up with you, hope you are having a great time up north with your family though! all my best!

  • @angelamcbain7763
    @angelamcbain7763 Год назад +1

    Wow I love pai.thanks for a great video as always.hope you ok paddy ❤️

  • @honestholidayreview
    @honestholidayreview Год назад +3

    This place is amazing! The nature is just breathtaking! 💕

  • @marksproule6741
    @marksproule6741 Год назад +1

    Top class as always Paddy - love the look of Pai 🤙

  • @terryoleary5424
    @terryoleary5424 Год назад +1

    Really nice Vlog Paddy D , I haven’t tuned in for a while, work work work, but I’m tuned back in and looking forward to the north . Cheers mate

  • @tony.travels
    @tony.travels Год назад +6

    It's so quiet! I love Pai I've been there many times. And for a sleepy village it's really great for parties. Or it used to be. I'm sure it will change this winter now that Thailand is open again.

  • @neilharrison1820
    @neilharrison1820 Год назад

    Top quality work again

  • @ChiangMaiThaiVideoVlog
    @ChiangMaiThaiVideoVlog Год назад +1

    Always good to go to Pai. Thanks for sharing, Paddy.

  • @emilyeah
    @emilyeah Год назад

    This takes me back. Lived in Pay for a few years, thanks for sharing

  • @feverishchic
    @feverishchic Год назад

    Oh my God!!!!! that’s very beautiful place!!!!!!! Thanks for showing us natural environment 😊😊😊

  • @rzadigi
    @rzadigi Год назад +1

    What a great video! I was reminiscing about the lovely days we spent in Pai many years ago. There wasn’t much there at the time but it was still idyllic and easy to spend days doing nothing. We stayed at the end of town on the other side of the river. We had to cross a rickety bamboo bridge to get to our little bungalow. On our departure day we woke up after a night of heavy rain and found the little bridge has been washed away! We were stuck on the other side of the river and ended up missing our bus 😆 we had so much fun there and will definitely return one day 🙏

  • @macilysis
    @macilysis Год назад +2

    Your filming and editing skills are really good.

  • @danielhusain7570
    @danielhusain7570 Год назад

    OK, I REALLLY love the hyperspeed moto sections! turns an enjoyable vlog into a sweet sabai rollercoaster!

  • @geckodesigner
    @geckodesigner Год назад

    I adore Pai! Spent a full month there back in January of 2017 and loved every minute of it. I really can't wait to visit again. Thanks for the beautiful video, Paddy!

  • @hfc6535
    @hfc6535 Год назад +1

    What a lovely place. People are so friendly too. I'm looking forward to getting back over there. Cheers Paddy

  • @jimjanlekha891
    @jimjanlekha891 Год назад

    I was just in Pai a few weeks ago and loved it!!! Will definitely go back soon. Thanks Paddy and cheers!

  • @darryl.c7972
    @darryl.c7972 Год назад +1

    "The Land Split" was always one of my favorites! Always brought home a bottle or two of the fresh juice he made..

  • @travelertrome8449
    @travelertrome8449 Год назад +9

    Another beautiful video, Paddy. One of the things most interesting about your vlogs are the random people you meet and these small businesses in the middle of nowhere. Truly an adventure!

  • @tiragonama8252
    @tiragonama8252 Год назад +1

    Enjoy your days in Thailand...! cheer 🇹🇭👍🇹🇭

  • @ngpaul9253
    @ngpaul9253 Год назад +2

    Zelda sounds amazing when she's on the move ✌️

  • @walkingj.m9132
    @walkingj.m9132 Год назад

    What a wonderful Thailand beautiful green rice field!!😍😍 I love this riding tour!! Thank you for sharing!!
    Greeting from Korea👍👍

  • @richardong2453
    @richardong2453 Год назад +4

    I hope you have the best time in Laos

  • @DIAMONDGIRL57
    @DIAMONDGIRL57 Год назад

    Yes! Will definitely make it there during my next trip to Thailand.

  • @duncanmorton2056
    @duncanmorton2056 Год назад +2

    Nice one Paddy , one of your best vlogs , heading up there on my Royal Enfield Motorcycle in 2 weeks from Chiang Mai, take care

  • @melissafrye76
    @melissafrye76 Год назад +6

    Look at you, famous RUclipsr! 😆😊 Love it!
    I love seeing things back to almost normal. Pai looks like an awesome place to visit!

  • @heritagehillsecurity8778
    @heritagehillsecurity8778 Год назад

    I really enjoyed the little slice of Pai. Thank you.

  • @nanaonsafari7719
    @nanaonsafari7719 Год назад

    Paddy, you have to be the best SEA vlogger at the moment, thank you.

  • @user-bs4vb8vh6m
    @user-bs4vb8vh6m Год назад +1

    Pai village so beautiful natural and nice relax 😲😊👍

  • @weekdaycycling
    @weekdaycycling Год назад +1

    I'm glad to see your channel has reached more than 100k subscribers now. Keep up your good work.

  • @cjnibley
    @cjnibley Год назад

    Love your attitude. Love that you went for it in the rain. That's an advantage of little Zelda over those big bikes. Much easier to handle in the rain.

  • @americaninthailand8760
    @americaninthailand8760 Год назад +2

    Excellent driving scenes!

  • @wycheee
    @wycheee Год назад +3

    ❤️❤️❤️ Pai one of our favourite places. Great to see it doing so well.

  • @Uwek.5775
    @Uwek.5775 Год назад

    thank you for uploading this. this really reminded me of my solo bike trip to pai from chiang mai a few years ago. approx half way after this one turn it started bucketing down like hell. it was a fun ride though and i really enjoyed pai after all. cheers buddy love your content

  • @Adam-gg7ps
    @Adam-gg7ps Год назад

    So friggin cool! Gotta make it to that area of Thailand some day.

  • @brunoheggli2888
    @brunoheggli2888 10 месяцев назад

    Cant believe!Mindblowing!Amazing!Blablabla

  • @markclayton626
    @markclayton626 Год назад

    Nice one Paddy 👍

  • @darm1735
    @darm1735 Год назад +1

    Great watch Paddy, I really need to head North soon, with you all the way mate! 🙏🏻🙏🏻

  • @hungrytoexplore
    @hungrytoexplore Год назад +1

    Two Huts Pai is AMAZING! I spent a lot of time hanging out there.

  • @ChrisSlack
    @ChrisSlack Год назад

    Going to Pai in February 2023. Renting a bike in Chiang Mai. I have you to thank for the inspiration and information necessary for this trip. Thank you!

  • @matthewpasserini8126
    @matthewpasserini8126 Год назад +1

    Long time listener, first time caller….
    Brought back some great memories, I rode my push bike around Thailand for 6 weeks late 2019 / early 2000 and did around 2,500 kms including the Mae Hong Son loop (not easy on a push bike!) this part of Thailand is special. Also inspired by your Ha Giang experience, this is def on my bucket list. Happy travelling Paddy

  • @commeuneimage2881
    @commeuneimage2881 9 месяцев назад

    Thank you so much for sharing the video Paddy ! I am planning to visit Pai in Jan 2024. Hopefully Land Split Pai is reopened by now. Good to know that there is another sunset spot beside of Two Hut. I might go to both !

  • @ThePoolshark1
    @ThePoolshark1 Год назад +1

    I loved Pai i spent 4 days there 5yrs ago and rented a scooter for the time so i could go into the hills and see the elephants and discover hidden places. I liked the rasta reggae bar which was under a huge tent just over the bridge on the outskirts of town. Will go again some day 🙏

  • @angelaconrad4600
    @angelaconrad4600 Год назад +1

    Another VW bus ✌️ It's like an Easter egg hunt within the video everytime you see one. Great video once again sir.

  • @dannbangkok
    @dannbangkok Год назад +8

    I will definitely revisit Pai later this year. I miss this place.

  • @goldviper5280
    @goldviper5280 Год назад

    Great video

  • @petervallberg5977
    @petervallberg5977 Год назад

    Nice to see you! I remember you from the old good days when I lived in Hat Thung Wualen back in 2009 or somthing like that.

  • @JacksparowLL
    @JacksparowLL Год назад +1

    Pai is one of my fav place.The rainy's not finished yet, be careful and stay safe.

  • @thanarattakai2378
    @thanarattakai2378 Год назад

    i just came back from pai. two hut cafe was worth to visit.since 20yrs ago i started to visit pai occasionaly,i had been dreaming that this particular view point would be developed as cafe or guesthouse. now dream came true finaly!

  • @ezquerzelaya
    @ezquerzelaya Год назад

    Those bike shots were so beautiful lol

  • @cryptotrader2779
    @cryptotrader2779 Год назад +4

    What a peaceful and chill looking place. Nice. You seemed ultra relaxed at the end of the video. Are you sure you didn't have some of that weed yourself '? ;o))

  • @Steven-zx7uo
    @Steven-zx7uo Год назад

    Beautiful! I was at 2 Huts June 2022 during the day for a beer, no one there!

  • @POMOZKI
    @POMOZKI Год назад +1

    "I hope you enjoyed this slice of Pai" - lol, good one!

  • @roni2715
    @roni2715 Год назад

    Splashing a little beer on the lens added a nice party touch 🍺😁

  • @krusam57
    @krusam57 Год назад +1

    Love your Smooth voice bro!

  • @jampasurprenant1794
    @jampasurprenant1794 4 месяца назад

    That was cute for a little
    Village you have stopped.

  • @markverhoeven7518
    @markverhoeven7518 Год назад

    So cool that you found the warpdrive option of your bike

  • @jairusmedley8246
    @jairusmedley8246 Год назад

    Paddy Thanks for showing Pai. I remember when you were there with the Budgeteers. Not that many people and the laid back vibe. Also, I remember you coming during the pandemic and how so many places were closed. I am glad the place is recovering and thank you for highlighting the place to travelers. I have to make my way up there. Where are your elephant pants? 😂 Cheers mate

  • @HamNoytheDutchGuy
    @HamNoytheDutchGuy Год назад

    Super beer spot the new bar with a view, the whole raod to get to Pai is still on the bucketlist, one day 😏
    You should be proud of Zelda mate, so deserved, keep enjoying the rides 💪
    The day youas a youtuber will be the weathermen i would like to C a ogen mate 🤣555
    Anyhow, that is still a sweet sopt to watch the sunset, thanks for this next level vlog mate 🙏
    And as always, C Ya in the next one Paddy, cheers 🙌🍻

  • @timkiwi
    @timkiwi Год назад +1

    Pai to Mai Hon Song, threw the mountains not the highway is an amazing days ride. Many little villages

  • @jeffreymerriam7025
    @jeffreymerriam7025 Год назад +1

    My wife is from Dok Khamtai in Phayao. I can't wait to see Phayao again!

  • @michellechapman3951
    @michellechapman3951 Год назад +1

    Loved the vibe and the pace of this one. Hope Zelda is okay!

  • @Aspenglade
    @Aspenglade Год назад

    Slice of Pai....cheeky! 😆

  • @chrisseller2276
    @chrisseller2276 Год назад +1

    I went to Pai in 2005 and it was a nice traveler village. Like Khao San in the mountains, but quieter and relaxter.

  • @SilverfoxJB
    @SilverfoxJB Год назад +2

    I love riding that road. My brakes sound like that all the time, no worries. As for ‘real bikers’. It’s not the bike that makes a biker. It’s the journey, YOU are a real biker

  • @Yamatosolosurfavs
    @Yamatosolosurfavs Год назад

    I’m planing to visit Pai at the end of this year!

  • @pratikmodi4905
    @pratikmodi4905 Год назад +1

    That bike speed in the middle for 30 seconds scared me so much !! But Pai looks amazing i gotta go over here and Chaing Mai as well . Last time I could only do the south of Thailand ,this time I am gonna try to cover the north in 2 weeks Hopefully that's enough !!

  • @melvinvanthof1098
    @melvinvanthof1098 Год назад +1

    Oh man, this place changed. I was there in the 90s, early 00s and it was such a quiet place. Very low key. Accommodation was very basic. I loved it there. Now it seems overcrowded. Things change. Especially between the 90s and now. It makes me nostalgic and a bit sad even. Back then you explored the area and waterfalls were just part of nature. Now they charge you a fee. It still is beautiful but not a Thai town anymore with a few backpackers.

  • @PutOnYourLid
    @PutOnYourLid Год назад +1

    Thanks Paddy!

  • @randomname839
    @randomname839 Год назад +1

    Haha I took that banh mi shot at the beginning! I’ll take my check via mail 😉
    Great meeting you. Hope to see you and Zelda on the road sometime!

  • @mariettathornton5924
    @mariettathornton5924 Год назад +2

    Love this video & wouldn’t mind going to Pai one of these days! Kinda gives me the Haight/ Ashbury & Berkeley vibes in Northern California! Thanks for sharing this awesome video Paddy😊

  • @thatsmylunchbox
    @thatsmylunchbox Год назад +1

    That cafe by the bamboo bridge looked super nice! As usual I can hear the classic noisy American in the background lol

  • @andrewrobinson2565
    @andrewrobinson2565 Год назад

    Two huts beet us won ❤️❤️😀. Definitely getting to the age when those "lie about with a view" places are our thing. Hope that there'll be more craic at the crack soon 😭!

  • @andyandy2629
    @andyandy2629 Год назад

    Mate we went there a few days ago. Massive storm and so many trees down on the road. Pretty stressful drive but once we got to Pai the weather was lovely. Nice to chill out there for a couple of days after the stress of term 1 at school.

  • @riffraff8426
    @riffraff8426 Год назад

    A slice of Pia……………………gold!!!!!!!!…………well done Paddy. Do you ever get bored travelling on your own?

  • @no1dress
    @no1dress Год назад +2

    Loving Zelda, Paddy! Looks like your front brake issue sorted itself out. Maybe just overheating on all those bends? Love that road too!

  • @cavinmurray8601
    @cavinmurray8601 Год назад

    I spent a couple of months in Pai just a few weeks after 9.11.01. Returned for about 18 months in 2008. Currently looking at moving to Koh Chang❤

  • @toddhildebrand
    @toddhildebrand Год назад

    "If you're getting soaked....just embrace it" Paddy Doyle-LOL!

  • @judyengle7728
    @judyengle7728 Год назад

    Good video

  •  Год назад

    Thank you 🌿