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Relax Department, more like a friend's house than a souvenir shop ที่ทำการพัก (Relax Department Shop) จ.เลย
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    theTripPacker •  August 15 , 2014

    Relax Department, more like a friend's house than a souvenir shop

    Stepping into “Relax Department”, you really understand why this place is a resting area for many people. The music in the background is soothing, and the environment is relaxing; just like its name.

    Lucky, I had the chance to meet the owner; Pee' Game, (Thais usually address an elder person as Pee before the names.) Being able to do so feels like I’m visiting a friend’s house. What are also cool are the walls; you are welcome to write on them.

    In front of the house are souvenirs that Pee' Game designed and made himself to sell to his patrons. Buy if you want to, take pictures if you want to. Pee' Game doesn’t mind if you take photos of his creations. He’s more interested in chit chatting and saying hello to everyone rather than trying to sell his gadgets.  

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    theTripPacker •  August 15, 2014
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    theTripPacker •  August 15 , 2014

    At the back is a guestroom with a sign that says “Place your head on here”, referring to pillow. The room is big enough for one person, but if you come as a couple, you will be snug together. There is only a bed, blankets, and teddy bears in this room.

    Describing this place is a little confusing. Its not a hotel, nor is a souvenir shop. One thing is for sure, if you need a place to crash, to relax, or to get away from it all, “Relax Department” is a good destination.

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    theTripPacker •  August 15, 2014

    Editor's Comment

    • Strong point:
    • The decoration at Relax Department, make it a nice place to shoot some photos in Chiang Khan. The owner's hospitality really make you feel like visiting a friend's house
    • Weak point:
    • There is no official office hour, yet! It all depends on the owner
    • Conclusion:
    • If you have a chance to visit Chiang Khan and not much in a hurry, try visiting Relax Department and write some postcards to your loved ones.
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    theTripPacker •  August 15 , 2014

    General Info

    Address : 142 Moo 2 Soi Srichiang Kan 13, Chai Khong Rd., Chiang Khan Sub District, Chiang Khan District, Leoi

    GPS : N17 53 45.40, E101 39 21.76

    Contact no. : 081 421 5533

    E-mail : relaxdepartment@hotmail.com

    Facebook : http://www.facebook.com/relaxdepartment

    Best Time : Anytime of the year

    Highlight : Relax Department is more like your friend's house than souvenir shop because the nice hospitality of Pee' Game.

    Activities : Writing postcards / take some photographs / buy souvenirs

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    theTripPacker •  August 15 , 2014

    How to get there

    From Sri Chiang Khan Rd, turn left to Soi 13 and go straight to almost the end of the street.  You will find Relax Department on the left side.  Or if you come from Chiang Khong Rd, turn right to Soi 13, and go straight for only 30 meters, Relax Department will be on your right handed side.

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    theTripPacker •  August 15, 2014
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    theTripPacker •  August 15, 2014