Luang Prabang’s Kuangsi Waterfall is best experienced early in Laos’ monsoon season. Most of the peak season mob is gone and by late July the waterfall is flushed and flowing clean. Obviously if a monsoon squall hits then any waterfall is off limits. However within a day or sometimes less depending on water flow Kuangsi Waterfall is safe. It has a brief bit ... Read More »
The Vientiane to Bangkok train is a good ride for those with time to spare. Drive out to the Thanaleng Station to ticket directly from the State Railway of Thailand. You'll be glad you did. Read More »
Most budget accommodation in Luang Prabang is worn out and ragged. Plus it usually stinks. Tha Heua Me Guest House is a refreshing exception offering clean rooms for a fair price right on the Mekong. Read More »
The Morning Market serves up beastly bowls of steaming Pho noodles for 15,000 kip (US$ 2.00). Experience an authentic twist of this local delicacy at a busy stall near Souriyavongsa Road. Read More »
Luang Prabang’s Morning Market (Talat Sao) is a culinary delight both strange and sublime. Feeding the monks helps get up in time to take it all in. Read More »
Think twice before travelling from Vientiane to Luang Prabang on the so-called 'VIP' bus. It still sucks big time, even if the view remains stunning and Lao food at bus stops rock the ride. Read More »
Khop Chai Deu in Vientiane is still going strong even if you can’t see Nam Phu Fountain anymore. Read More »
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