Visit Ban Nayang before the crowds Ban Nayang village is a Tai Leu settlement, established several centuries ago in Luang Prabang province. The Tai Leu are one of the 50 ethnic groups in the Lao PDR. Because of its devout Buddhist culture, and its relative isolation until recently, Ban Nayang displays a living heritage where […]
Come for the garden, stay for lunch. Luang Prabang is well known for its restaurant scene with travellers and locals delighting in a wide range of local, western, and fusion food, catering to all budgets. One restaurant making a splash is the Pha Tad Ke Botanical Garden Cafe. Recently listed in Forbes Magazine’s World’s […]
The Bolaven Plateau, an ancient volcanic landscape, is home to an abundance of waterfalls, coffee plantations, villages, and deep layers of forest. The plateau, in Southern Laos, is also home to Tad Tayicseua, one of the most beautiful falls in the area, which feels like one of the few places on earth that has yet […]
The International Jazz Festival Vientiane is now a major event in Southeast Asia. The festival draws thousands of Jazz lovers and musicians from around the world. Champa Meuanglao spoke with Micka Perier, founder of the festival, to find out what makes it such a success. Good afternoon Micka. What inspired you? This city. For […]
While Luang Prabang is without doubt Laos’ top destination, Champa Meuanglao encourages travelers to go ‘one step beyond’ to Oudomxay. Referring to someone as ‘provincial’ is a somewhat derogatory term, but when travelling in Laos it’s a label I am happy to wear. I consider myself provincial in the truest sense of the word – […]
A shopping visit leads to unexpected and tasty surprises. “What on earth is that?” I asked my Lao foster daughter, pointing to a small ovoid green fruit (it could have also been a vegetable) that revealed pallid pink flesh within. “It’s a Lao cucumber” she smiled. “Oh really.” Bending down I grasped one. Holding […]
Old Champasak charm with a modern twist A low-slung Chinese shophouse converted into a small, smart frangipani-framed hotel close to the most important Khmer ruins in southern Laos. What’s not to like? Pretty Champasak is the gateway to the petite pre-Angkorian ruins at Wat Phou, staggered up the side of a terraced ridge, and […]
48 hours barely does South Korea’s vibrant capital justice, but here are the highlights on a time crunch. Day 1 Gyeongbokgung: The largest of Seoul’s four main palaces, and the most visited. Get a look at the inner life of the Joseon dynasty and get lost among the buildings in this sprawling complex, where […]
Entering Laos’ summer season, let’s take a look at some refreshing lagoons, waterfalls, and swimming spots around the country to beat the heat. Many waterfalls are wet all year, while a few may need a little rain before enjoying. Remember to dress modestly and wear sunscreen! Kuang Si Falls, Luang Prabang A perennial favorite for […]
The province’s new museum brings ancient mysteries back to life. Opened in late 2018, the Xieng Khouang Provincial Museum has already been described as ‘one of the best in Southeast Asia’. After a good look around, it’s easy to see why; the place is full of stories, artifacts, exhibits, displays, and short movies that […]
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