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I like the attitude of Chiang Mai citizens way better than phuketians:) People are more opened, ready to help and don't think only about making a profit. That's a big issue here in Phuket because most part of locals came from other provinces to work here and get money!

Yes, that's definitely one of the reasons I like CM. Most of the people there are from northern Thailand so it's more of a genuine northern Thai experience.