It's really awful, especially if you're sensitive. Some people aren't bothered by it too much, but it really affects me, so I try to get away. We have some pets

It's really awful, especially if you're sensitive. Some people aren't bothered by it too much, but it really affects me, so I try to get away. We have some pets, but it hasn't been too hard to find a house-sitter. (Although I always feel a bit guilty, and try to be honest about the smoke.) These articles are concerning: * https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2018/aug/27/air-pollution-causes-huge-reduction-in-intelligence-study-reveals https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2018/aug/27/air-poll... * https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/air-pollution-a-leading-cause-of-ca/ https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/air-pollution-a-l... I think we'll move to a new city or country in the next 12 months. I don't think it's wise to go through burning seasons once a year for a few decades. (It's actually the only reason we want to move, otherwise Chiang Mai is an amazing place to live.) Bali would be a good option, or even the south of Thailand if you have some more time on your visa. Koh Lanta is great.