Mention Chiang Mai and many travellers conjure up an image of a peaceful historic city encircled by mountains where life proceeds at a more sedate pace than elsewhere in Thailand, not least because for years it was known as the ‘Rose of the North’. It is no wonder then that most fi rst-time...
At the end of a long, dusty red road in Bolikhamxay Province stands a ticket booth, a turnstile, and fleet of electric buses. Festive local music plays from hanging speakers, and groups of visitors mill about among lush garden beds, taking selfies with exotic seasonal flowers and organic...
EAT Lin’s Café: Located right on the Talat Yen square (soon to be the Savannakhet Night Market), Lin’s is a favorite of locals and foreigners alike. Western foods, such as pastas, salads, and sandwiches, as well as good Lao and Vietnamese food are served up. Located on a corner with...
EAT Le Panorama, Pakse Hotel Le Panorama serves an excellent variety of Western and Laos dishes, as well as quality cocktails and wines. There is an excellent view of the city, the surrounding mountains, and the Mekong River. Happy Hour is from 5pm until 6pm, which is perfect whilst enjoying a...
A new resort with something for everybody is attracting visitors to an unspoiled corner of northern Laos. The first time I travelled to Namkat Yorla Pa I almost didn’t make it. The day we set off, unbeknownst to us, the northern province of Oudomxay was experiencing the worst flooding it...
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