How Laos’ Vientiane and Luang Prabang offer a travel experience out of time, for now
Life moves slower in Laos, but the pace is quickening and the 'land of a million elephants' is increasingly in the clutches of nearby China Colourful rectangular wooden boats carrying tourists chug ...
Laos has plenty to offer, from slow boats to ancient temples
While most tourists visiting Laos head to the ancient royal city of Luang Prabang, the capital Vientiane with its temples, ...
Luang Prabang to sparkle with joyful Lao New Year celebrations
VIENTIANE: Northern Laos' Luang Prabang province is gearing up to celebrate the vibrant Lao New Year festival in 2025, with ...
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China’s promise of prosperity brought Laos debt — and distress
More than $1 trillion in Chinese loans to the developing world is building sparkling infrastructure, but the cost is still being tallied People at the artificial That Luang Lake in the That Luang ...
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Luang Prabang gears up for Lao New Year festivities
A colourful programme of events is being prepared for the annual celebration of Lao New Year (Pi Mai Lao) in Luang Prabang, with a range of activities planned from April 11-20. The official Pi Mai Lao ...