Two days barely does the capital of Thailand justice, but here are some great ideas to get a taste of what the city has to offer. Day 1 ChangChui Creative Park Also called the “Plane Market,” this hive of local creativity is constructed from antiques, reused, and recycled items, giving it a...
Great food and an amazing view is no tall order. High above Vientiane, atop one of the tallest rooftop restaurants in the city, breakfast is ready. Eggs flip, bacon sizzles, and the mixed aromas of milky pancakes and freshly brewed coffee waft about on the breeze. There is no doubt the view is...
A handsome contemporary retreat in the heart of heritage Luang Prabang. Once the site of a French garrison, Avani+’s grand footprint straddles a major town corner facing the night market, and tourism office, and is a three-minute stroll to the banks of the Mekong River. Guests staying at the...
The Lao Rocket Festival One of the most uniquely Lao holidays is the Rocket Festival. Taking place in the hottest time of year, just before the rice planting season, locals create rockets, known as bang fai, which are launched into the sky. To get a closer look, my friend Phou invited me to his...
One portion Lao cuisine mixed with one portion tuk tuk creates a recipe for culinary adventure. You have heard that Lao food is varied and delicious – spicy hot, sometimes steaming, and eaten with basketfuls of sticky rice – but where to track down the stuff not cooked for farang...
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