How to See the Best of Southeast Asia in 2 to 3 weeks
We’re marking the end of our four months in Southeast Asia, and we realize our incredible good fortune to have so much …
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Travel Costs: Laos Budget Update
Many websites that inspired our own trip included budget information and we found it immensely helpful. So for those planning their own trip to …
Alluring Laos: Luang Prabang and Vientiane
Laos is a compelling place — a country with gorgeous scenery, gentle people, exotic allure, rampant poverty, and a mysterious history. We …
The Two Faces of Vang Vieng, Laos
There are two sides to this stunning beauty of a town. Is Vang Vieng the hedonistic, boozing party girl or the crunchy-granola …
The Rhythm of the River – Two Days on the Mekong
Traveling from Northern Thailand to Laos, we were faced with a handful of options. A flight — too expensive and we’re not …
Taking It Slow In Laos
We’re enjoying many things about Laos so far — but one thing that’s driving us nuts is the inability to find …