Escape the crowds and discover the magic of Laos! Tucked away between Thailand and Vietnam, this beautiful country offers a slice of Southeast Asia that’s often overlooked, but truly unforgettable. Imagine cruising down the majestic Mekong River, exploring the serene 4,000 Islands in the south (perfect for kayaking), or gazing at the incredible limestone karsts
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Tiger Trail Inspires Future Tourism Professionals
February 27, 2025
By David Allan
A group of enthusiastic students from the LEOT School’s Dreamcatcher program in Luang Prabang had the opportunity to visit the Tiger Trail office for an immersive learning experience about careers in tourism. The visit was designed to provide these young learners with insights into various professional pathways within Laos’s growing tourism industry, with a special
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Opening Horizons: Disadvantaged Students Explore Sustainable Tourism in Laos
February 25, 2025
By David Allan
In the lush landscapes of northern Laos, a group of 26 disadvantaged students recently experienced a day that may well shape their futures. Through the generous support of Responsible Travel’s “Trip for a Trip” initiative and Tiger Trail, these young learners embarked on an educational adventure through Luang Prabang’s sustainable tourism destinations, gaining invaluable insights
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Getting Money In Laos
November 14, 2024
By David Allan
Planning a trip to Laos? That’s awesome! It’s a beautiful country with so much to offer, and managing your money while you’re here is pretty straightforward. Let’s go through some tips on getting cash in Laos so you can focus on enjoying your trip without any headaches. ATMs in Laos First off, you’ll find a

Laos-China Railway Schedule and Pricing
July 3, 2022
By David Allan
We are not a ticketing agent and provide the information below for your convenience only. See China-Laos Railway Company for current information. The bullet train, named Lane Xang, opened on 2 Dec 2021. The streamlined “China-standard” bullet train, or the Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) train, designed and built by Chinese companies, can run at 160

Top 10 Lao Dishes You Must Try!
March 31, 2022
By David Allan
In Laos, food is the most important activity throughout the day. In the local language, it is quite common for people to greet each other by immediately asking, “Have you eaten food?” (“Kin khao laeo bor?”). Food is often the topic of many conversations, especially when eating and sharing dishes between friends and family. Additionally, Lao people take great passion in sharing traditional dishes with curious travelers.

Best Super Fast VPNs (Virtual Private Network) for 2020
February 22, 2021
By David Allan
Take a step back and consider how much of your life is transmitted over the inherently insecure internet. Do you feel a creeping sense of dread? That’s entirely reasonable, considering the forces arrayed against your privacy. One of the best ways to secure your data is to use a virtual private network (VPN), which also
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See the unseen side of Luang Prabang that most tourists don’t
October 10, 2018
By David Allan
Get out of town and discover rice paddies and charming villages.

5 Must-See Waterfalls in Laos!
May 23, 2018
By Kyle Wagner
From the glorious twin falls of Tad Fane, to the voluminous amount of water passing over Khone Pha Pheng falls, here are the top 5 waterfalls in Laos that you must see!

Why the Luang Prabang Film Festival is like no other
November 30, 2017
By David Allan
The Luang Prabang film festival (LPFF) rocks to a different beat than others. Not only do they screen amazing talent from South East Asia but they are on a mission – a social mission. Started by one man about 6 years ago simply because there was no theatre in Luang Prabang, it has grown to one
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Treehouses on top of the world: Zip-lining in Laos
September 4, 2017
By David Allan
By Eliot Stein September 15, 2016 At the Gibbon Experience in northwest Laos, zip-lines connect some of the tallest treehouses in the world. (Felipe Rodríguez Vasquez) During our honeymoon, my wife strapped herself to a steel cable, kissed me goodbye and threw herself off the side of a mountain. I watched as she disappeared into the jungle
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Why You Need To Start Cycling Laos
August 15, 2017
By Kyle Wagner
Laos is fast becoming a popular cycling destination in southeast Asia. Here are five reasons why Laos is the best place to go cycling in Southeast Asia, and possibly the world! 1. The Amazing Views Laos has some of the most inspiring and varied landscapes in the region. For a small trip, we will take