Laos

After 12 months, 13 countries, and 29,000 photos, each of us have our favorite scenes. Here are LOCAVORista’s Top 10 Photos of 2011.

After 12 months, 13 countries, and 29,000 photos, each of us have our favorite scenes. Here are thinkCHUA’s Top 10 Photos of 2011.

Laos is a gem that can’t be missed. These are some of the highlights.

Where a slow moving country comes to a halt to enjoy beaches and rest.

Vientiane may be the capital of Laos, but it is not the highlight. If you have the time it is worth a short visit, but if you are time crunched this is a city you can skip.

Foreshadowing a place worth remembering, tourists throughout Southeast Asia wear “tubing Vang Vieng” clothing.  Even after visiting Vang Vieng, it isn’t clear why so many people buy the tank tops, shirts and shorts with the… Continue Reading

It is no secret that Laos is the second poorest country in the Mekong, with 74 per cent of the population living on less than $2 US a day, but lending a helping hand can be as easy as eating dinner.

The beautiful paradox in Buddhism that the more we give – and the more we give without seeking something tangible in return – the wealthier (in the broadest sense of the word) we will become. Discover this first hand at the alms giving in Luang Prabang.

If rich in time like we are, is it necessary to see everything?

If you only have a short weekend in Luang Prabang you will want to pack in as much in as you can.