12 Amazing Things to Do in Vientiane, Laos

12 Amazing Things to Do in Vientiane, Laos

Vientiane is the laid-back, underrated riverside capital city of Laos. Though it has often been treated as a “passthrough” Southeast Asian destination in the past, I recently spent just under a week in Vientiane attending the annual ASEAN Tourism Forum and was surprised by my time in the capital. The European influence is evident as…

The Namkhan in Luang Prabang: A Peaceful Yoga Retreat in Laos

The Namkhan in Luang Prabang: A Peaceful Yoga Retreat in Laos

This idyllic riverside resort away from the hustle and bustle in Luang Prabang is one of, if not the best, places to visit for a yoga and wellness holiday in Laos. Read on for my first-hand review of The Namkhan Ecolodge after a blissful stay. Laos has all the makings to be the next wellness…

Vang Vieng in Laos: Should You Go to Blue Lagoon 1, 2, 3 or 4?

Vang Vieng in Laos: Should You Go to Blue Lagoon 1, 2, 3 or 4?

Vang Vieng is famous for its idyllic aquamarine-coloured blue lagoons. Read on for how to get to the blue lagoons, the differences between them and which one is my personal favorite! Though there are a number of incredible things to do in Vang Vieng, frolicking in the blue lagoons of Vang Vieng is still one…

10 Top Things to Do in Luang Prabang (And What You Might Want to Skip)

10 Top Things to Do in Luang Prabang (And What You Might Want to Skip)

Luang Prabang is a magical little town in northern Laos that has been designated as a UNESCO Heritage Site for its unique fusion of European and Lao cultural traditions and architecture. Its charming town centre is the perfect place to explore on foot, drink delicious coffee and feast on Lao cuisine. Though Luang Prabang is a small…

Trekking With Giants at MandaLao Elephant Conservation in Laos: An Ethical Elephant Sanctuary in Luang Prabang

Trekking With Giants at MandaLao Elephant Conservation in Laos: An Ethical Elephant Sanctuary in Luang Prabang

Visiting Luang Prabang for the first time? This ethical elephant sanctuary in Laos is one of the best places to visit in Luang Prabang. Read on! Laos was once known as Lan Xang, or the “Land of a Million Elephants”. Sadly, due to poaching, logging and war, the current population stands at a mere 400-or so…