The capital of Laos, Vientiane sits on the banks of the Mekong River and is an enigmatic mix of colonial French-era architecture and historic Buddhist temples. Formerly an old French trading post, it’s since grown to be a buzzing city, complete with crumbling ruins of stupas and busy streets with shops and eateries, making for… Continue Reading
8 Best Places to Stay in Vang Vieng
Vang Vieng is the place to go in Laos if you are interested in exploring what the natural landscape of this Southeast Asian country has to offer. With rivers and streams snaking through a limestone karst landscape strewn with caves and rice paddies, this town was once known for a hedonistic backpacking scene but has… Continue Reading
8 Best Places to Stay in Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang is a city in northern Laos flanked by the Nam Khan and Mekong Rivers. This colorful and artsy town is full of colonial style buildings and a plethora of incredible temples and was once home to many members of Laos’ royal family. Monks walk the streets alongside noisy street vendors and long-term yoga… Continue Reading
10 Top Tourist Attractions in Luang Prabang
With its many Buddhist temples and shrines, the northcentral Laotian city of Luang Prabang certainly lives up to its name, which translates as “Royal Buddhist image.” Though it has a population of less than 60,000 people, the city has a lot of offer travelers. In addition to the most important monastery in Laos, visitors will… Continue Reading
8 Most Popular Attractions in Vientiane
Vientiane is a good place to chill out for travelers weary of the hectic pace of other Asian cities. The Laotian capital offers amazing Buddhist art, graceful temples and lovely gardens. Situated on the Mekong River in southern Laos, the city still has remnants of its French heritage, a time when it was part of… Continue Reading
10 Best Places to Visit in Laos
Laos provides a pleasant change of pace for travelers who are used to Thailand or Vietnam. This small Southeast Asian country has stunning scenery, from limestone mountains to dense forests and spectacular waterfalls. It’s a great place for adventuresome travelers or those who don’t mind roughing it. Some of the best places to visit in… Continue Reading
10 Top Tourist Attractions in Laos
Laos is a mountainous and landlocked country in South-East Asia that has long been isolated from the outside world. A visit to Laos is, in many ways, a trip back in time. Travelers are drawn here by a laid-back lifestyle that has disappeared elsewhere in the region. Even the capital Vientiane feels like a relaxed… Continue Reading