Oft-overlooked Pakse unveils reasons to stay a while longer In southern Laos, the Mekong river breaks away from the Thai border and winds its way to Pakse. For most visitors, the town is a one-night stopover before they follow the river’s course to Champasak and the Four Thousand Islands or...
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...
Big, bold and brash, Ho Chi Minh City has a creative side to offer those who choose to linger longer. Held within the snaking embrace of the Saigon River, Ho Chi Minh City is on the move. Its once low-rise skyline now pierced by the 258-meter Bitexco Financial Tower and super-tall 461-meter...
With the cool season upon us, it’s time to head north. Lao Airlines daily flights to Luang Namtha make it easy to discover this diminutive town with lots to offer. Mountainous northern Laos has long been a haven for eco-tourists, trekkers and cultural travelers who come to enjoy the natural...
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