Get up close and personal with the mighty Mekong. The 4000 Islands in southern Laos, low lying sandy clumps in the Mekong River, are famous for their easy-going pace, banana pancakes, afternoons in hammocks, dolphin-spotting opportunities, wide-sky sunsets, and raucous parties. I’ve cycled over traces of the old French railway tracks through mango and teak […]
Use traditional items to spark elegance in your home. Here in Laos, we are inspired by the pleasures of convivial gatherings with guests and relatives around a simple but generous table. Local markets provide us an array of extremely affordable everyday objects such as woven rugs, wooden trays used for cooling sticky rice, and the […]
At the end of March, Lao Airlines inaugurates flights between Vientiane and Danang, the hub of Central Vietnam. Beyond Danang’s stunning beaches, this area is also culturally fascinating and diverse enough to warrant deeper exploration around the area, as well as to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Hoi An to the south and the former […]
Caring for elephants is a jumbo task. On a bulge of land on the Nam Tien Lake in remote northwestern Laos is a retreat for elephants, many rescued from punishing logging work. The 34 elephants, including three babies, spend their days eating, bathing, and training to undergo health checks, while scientists contemplate their future. The […]
Venture off the beaten path into the nature and culture of Savannakhet. Sometimes the best things are found where you least expect them. Savannakhet is the most populous province in Laos, yet also one of the least explored, as tourists seldom stray from the pleasant and scenic downtown area of the city. On a recent […]
One of the beloved characteristics of Laos is its cultural diversity. In Salavan Province alone, there are 12 distinct ethnic groups, the majority of which are primarily of the Austroasiatic (Mon-Khmer) language family. The largest sub-group in the region is the Katou ethnic group, who are predominantly scattered along the Bolaven Plateau (Paksong, Salavan, Sekong) […]
EAT Popolo Cantina A hip addition to the culinary palette of Luang Prabang, Popolo is located in a lovingly restored heritage building and serves up a delicious menu of Mediterranean cuisine. They have a fantastic selection of fresh salads, pasta, and pizza from their wood-fired oven, which go down great with one of their creative […]
Buffalo ice cream and cheese are new highlights in Luang Prabang. Mooching buffalo, sunk hoof- deep in a bright green paddy field, are an iconic image of Laos. We all photograph these plodding creatures when we see them on our travels, but a close encounter is rare. A revolutionary buffalo farm, outside of Luang Prabang, […]
Water buffalo wallow in the mud while farmers harvest sticky rice by hand, the way they have for hundreds of years. Roadside stands are laden with fresh coconuts and watermelons. Towering palms and sprawling rain trees line the Mekong River; its surface dotted with long, colorful, wooden boats. Before we’ve even reached what was once […]
The perfect ingredients for a great night out. The perfect evening requires the perfect space. Whether an evening after work or a weekend out with friends, Belle J is the right space for your perfect evening. Downstairs, Belle J offers all-day dining of a delicious Western, Asian, and fusion cuisine that is also easy on […]
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