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Discovering the Bolovens Plateau: What to do and see?

With its impressive waterfalls and cascades, ethnic villages, and countless coffee and agricultural plantations, the Bolovens Plateau ranks among the major attractions in southern Laos.

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Discovering the Bolovens Plateau: What to do and see?

With its impressive waterfalls and cascades, ethnic villages, and countless coffee and agricultural plantations, the Bolovens Plateau ranks among the major attractions in southern Laos.

WaterfallsHorse Riding

Local Experiences

What to Do and See in Luang Namtha?

Located in northern Laos, Luang Namtha is a small, quiet town rarely visited by tourists. Marked by the Vietnam War, it captivates travelers seeking authenticity.

RuinsCycling

Responsible Tourism

Where to See Elephants in Laos

Once known as the Kingdom of Elephants, Laos has seen its pachyderm population decline dramatically due to poaching, deforestation, and overtourism…

Hiking

Culture & Traditions

The Most Beautiful Temples in Laos to Discover on Your Journey

While the temples of Laos are true architectural treasures, some UNESCO-listed, they also offer the opportunity to discover local culture and the country's history through its great dynasties

UNESCO SitesArchitecture

Culture & Traditions

What to see and do in Savannakhet

While Savannakhet is often just a stopover to obtain a Thai visa, the city is well worth taking time to explore!

ReligionArchitecture

Culture & Traditions

Ethnic Minorities in Laos

Laos is a Southeast Asian nation. Surrounded by several countries, including Myanmar and China, this nation of over 6 million inhabitants is home to around fifty ethnic groups!

UNESCO SitesTraditions

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Culture & Traditions

5 Reasons to Visit Laos

Laos is the perfect destination for an authentic travel experience in Southeast Asia. Far less crowded than its neighbors, Laos remains a timeless country

UNESCO SitesBuddhism

Itineraries & ideas

Laos with family: the perfect itinerary

From the colonial city of Luang Prabang to Sayaboury and its Elephant Conservation Center, via the Vang Vieng region and Vientiane capital, discover the perfect itinerary to explore Laos as a family.

TraditionsMuseums

Local Experiences

What are the must-see attractions around Luang Prabang?

After exploring the main attractions of Luang Prabang's city center in a previous article, we now invite you to discover the surrounding areas of the city.

WaterfallsCaves

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Culture & Traditions

The Tak Bat Ritual in Luang Prabang

Translated from Lao as "the morning alms round of the monks," the Tak Bat is a processional ritual. A sacred and ancient tradition that you can easily witness during a trip to Laos.

ReligionTraditions

Culture & Traditions

Must-see attractions of the center

Former capital of Laos until the 16th century, the city of Luang Prabang, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, is an open-air museum.

UNESCO SitesTraditions

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We Identified 'Patient Zero'—Laurent Granier's Account, Director of Laos Travel Mood

Laurent GRANIER, co-founder and director of the local agency Laos Travel Mood, member of the Nomadays network, experienced the evolution of Covid-19 between Laos and Europe. From Vientiane, he retraces the intimate and chronological quest for patient zero.

Culture & Traditions

Kataw, the National Sport!

Somewhere between badminton and volleyball, kataw is one of the most popular sports in Laos. It is played on a small dirt field, in the street, or, more rarely, in a gymnasium.

Culture & Traditions

History of the Laotian Flag

The flag of the Lao People's Democratic Republic as we know it today has evolved over more than a century since the establishment of the French Protectorate over Laotian territory.

History

Local Experiences

Trekking in Nam Ha National Park

We spoke last week about the Louang Namtha region and the ethnic minorities who came to settle here, at the borders of Laos and China, centuries ago.

Ethnic MinoritiesTrekking

Culture & Traditions

Ethnic minorities of Luang Namtha

Capital of its namesake province, Luang Namtha is a sought-after destination for many travelers passing through Laos.

TraditionsVillages

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Laos Border Crossings

Multiple border crossings now allow tourists to navigate between Laos, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, and China.

Local Experiences

2 Scenic Adventures to Experience from Vientiane

After visiting Patuxai, the Morning Market Talat Sao, the National Museum of Laos, and Pha That Luang, travelers who aren't purists might find themselves with time on their hands in Vientiane.

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