The Best Things to Do in Luang Prabang: An Insider’s Guide
A guide to the top things to do in Luang Prabang from two expats living in Laos, loaded with lots of helpful locals’ tips for your visit.
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Vientiane, Laos: An Insider’s Guide
Planning a trip to Laos? Discover all the essentials for visiting Vientiane, Southeast Asia’s most laid back capital city.
Thakhek Loop by Motorbike: Detailed Guide to an Epic Adventure in Laos
Looking for adventure in Laos? Ride the Thakhek Loop! Interactive map, top sights, how to rent a motorbike, where to stay & more. The only guide you need!
An Insider’s Guide to Kong Lor Cave in Laos [2024]
Kong Lor Cave in Laos is a subterranean boat adventure not to be missed! Here is our detailed guide based on multiple visits while living in Laos.
Buddha Park in Vientiane: Complete Guide to Visiting (2024)
Buddha Park is a sacred sculpture park quite unlike anywhere we’ve visited in Laos. Read why you should visit, with tips on getting there.
12 Offbeat Things to Do in Vientiane, Laos
Tired of temples? Shake things up and check out this locals list of unusual and largely-unknown things to do in Vientiane, with map links.
36 Surprising Reasons to Visit Laos Now
Long known for its relaxed pace of life and slow pace of development, Laos is poised for BIG changes. An expat’s list of top reasons to visit Laos soon!
The Slow Boat from Thailand to Laos: A Detailed Guide
Slow boat to Luang Prabang detailed guide. What to expect, safety tips, and common scams to avoid, from two expats living in Laos.
That Luang Festival: An Insider’s Guide for Travelers
The ultimate guide to the That Luang Festival in Vientiane, Laos. Find out when to visit, what to expect, where to stay, and more!
Hiking Wealth Coffee Trails to Phou Phanang Viewpoint
Who says there aren’t any hiking trails around Vientiane? Discover this worthwhile hike from Wealth Coffee into Phou Phanang reserve.
18 Best Day Trips from Vientiane, Laos
An insider’s guide to the top day trips from Vientiane, Laos, with helpful tips on visiting top attractions and hidden gems.
Tham Piew Cave: Lessons on Life from the Jungle Cave of Death
Tham Piu Cave trip report: A journey to the “Missile Cave” in eastern Laos reveals the worst (and best) of humanity. What to know before you visit.
Tak Bat (Sai Bat) in Luang Prabang: Essentials for Travelers
Tak Bat in Luang Prabang is a sacred and time-honored ritual. It’s also become a major attraction. Here’s how to visit respectfully.
Thabak Bomb Boats: Repurposing War Remnants in Laos
Beneath a river crossing in Thabak, Laos, passersby will discover something they won’t find many other places: boats made from remnants of American bombs.
Nong Khiaw
We spend four nights in Nong Khiaw, a remote and subdued jewel of the north, soaking up the fresh mountain air and easy-going vibe.