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Hotel de la Paix Spa, Luang Prabang From the scent of the cool towel presented on arrival, to the sweet aromas drifting through the spa, from beginning to end Spa Indochine at Hotel de la Paix in Luang Prabang is an experience in self-indulgent luxury! With a goal to bring
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Welcome to great relaxation, massage, treatments and spa at L’ Hibiscus Luang Prabang When you come to Luang Prabang, you’ll see the signs for ‘MASSAGE’ everywhere in the center of town but not every massage place is equal! I have taken the time and “effort” to try out quite a number of massage places in
Maison Souvannaphoum Hotel, Luang Prabang Staying in colonial flair, lush gardens and this wonderful close-to-town location in UNESCO world heritage town of Luang Prabang. Maison Souvannaphoum Hotel prides itself as one of the best locations within the protected heritage zone in Luang Prabang, adding high class international service and four star anamities… Maison
A Lao Adventure, on the kayak, the walls and the majestic Nam Ou and Mekong river A visit to Luang Prabang comes with a great amount of adventure and activity opportunities. This last addition of fun-action-adventure was tested by our former GM Tad Williams and stands out as a (slighly dangerous) ultimate Lao adventure.
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The Living Land Farm a community Business in Luang Prabang An interview with the project and business founder, Mr. Mark Schnebli The Living Land Farm was created some 7 years ago by combining the rice fields of 9 farmers into a community project. Some of the owners were elderly and found it difficult to
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Bamboo Playground for Ban Noonsavath Primary School! A community project in Luang Prabang with Tiger Trail / Fair Trek / Reach Out Volunteers Some of the fondest memories I have of elementary school were not inside the classroom, but outside, on the playground! I loved jumping on the swing and kicking my legs to get
Akha Culture Experience Tour in North Laos Laos Travel tip on cultural home stay adventure with an Akha community in remote northern Laos, a 4-7 day cultural interaction program. The question has to be asked: Is the drive and all the ‘roughing it’ worth it? I’d have to answer an emphatic YES! The
Vang Vieng has changed… Vang Vieng Travel Information Things to do in Vang Vieng The crazy reputation of Vang Vieng once has made it one of the most touristy towns in Laos with more than 100,000 party hungry visitors per year. Also the riverside “party” has become the principal activity of the once peaceful
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Community Based Tourism in ASEAN Countries As part of their commitment to social responsibility, Tiger Trail sent me as a Fair Trek representative (as well as a representative from Laos) to join a two day conference in Bangkok organized by the Thailand Community Based Tourism Institute. The conference included researchers, community representatives, government,
A charming visit at the Le Sen Boutique Hotel in Luang Prabang. Le Sen Boutique Hotel is a very recent addition to the mid-range collection of charming boutique hotels in Luang Prabang. Opened in December 2012, and located on Mano it’s not too far from the town; 5 minutes on a bicycle
Breakfast @ Maison Dalabua, Luang Prabang Could this be ‘the perfect place in Luang Prabang’? Located around a vast and pretty lotus pond, the hotel is peaceful and idyllic, and the Tiger Trail team enjoyed an incredible Breakfast @ Maison Dalabua in the outdoor restaurant followed by a site inspection. The Deluxe
A wedding in Laos Cotton yarn and red rose Legend says that there is a heavenly garden where each individual has a tree whose branches kiss those of their soul mate. The lovers are predestined by Nene (karma of love) and when the time came the couple is sent to earth, their wrists bound with a
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Chom Ong Cave, an Explore Laos Expedition to Udomxay, North Laos. Exploring the second largest cave system in northern Laos, an exclusive exploration and Laos adventure tour. Every great Laos adventure has obstacles, and there was no exceptions with our weekend expedition to the Chom Ong cave, the second largest cave system
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No Beers for Bears… A story about an amazing bear brain surgery at the Luang Prabang bear rescue center. The donations that go to Free the Bears have helped create a variety of initiatives in South East Asia that maintain rescue projects and build sanctuaries for those bears that are rescued
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Workshops at TAEC, Traditional Arts Ethnology Center, Luang Prabang. Have you ever wanted to learn how to embroider like a Hmong woman, or try your hand at Khmu bamboo weaving? TAEC is now offering half-day workshops for you! These fun activities are taught by Hmong and Kmhmu artisans, and include a tour of the
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Laos Elephant Conservation Centre in Sayaboury – Video release “Way of the Mahout” – We are happy to share with you this wonderful video about Lao elephants in Sayaboury. A short film showing the Elephant Conservation Centre in Sayaboury in Northern Laos in full HD quality. Laos used to be famous for large amounts
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Travel Tips Luang Prabang: Kuang Si Waterfall visit. Everyone who takes a visit to Luang Prabang needs some nature, we all agree, but before you head out to explore the Kuang Si waterfalls, here is some tips, ideas and suggestions for your day out. Most likely the Kuang Si waterfalls are the biggest attraction in
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The Living Land Farm Experience in Luang Prabang What do you know about rice? What do you know about selecting the seed, the preparation of the fields, the planting or even just harvesting and treating this precious plant…?? We have visited the Living Land Farm in Luang Prabang and have learned all about it!
Volunteering and teaching in Laos & Luang Prabang There are a number of organisations bringing English to the residents and novices of Luang Prabang. Ranging from highly organised ‘voluntourism’ with all the bells and whistles, through to more low-key set ups, and a drop-in center for students, local Lao wishing to learn English have
Living with Elephants in Laos, an Elephant Sanctuary visit at Elephant Conservation Center in Sayabouri. No doubt, this can be a highlight of your Laos Tour, the visit at the Elephant Conservation Center in Sayabouri, in the western corner of Laos, just a few hours drive from Luang Prabang. We have visited the center
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