Kong Lor Cave – An Insider’s Guide for Intrepid Travelers
Kong Lor Cave in Laos is a one-of-a-kind subterranean boat adventure that can’t be missed! A detailed guide based on multiple visits while living in Laos.
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Vientiane | An Insider’s Guide to Visiting the Laos Capital
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!
20 Worthwhile Day Trips from Vientiane | For Travelers & Locals
A Laos expat’s handpicked list of top day trips from Vientiane for visitors and long-term residents, with insider tips for visiting each one.
16 Amazing Things to Do in Luang Prabang | An Insider’s Guide
A handpicked list of the very best things to do in Luang Prabang from two expats living in Laos – with lots of helpful insider tips for your stay.
That Luang Festival: An Insider’s Guide for Travelers
That Luang Festival is the most important religious festival in Laos. Find out when to visit, what to do, where to stay, and more!
Slow Boat to Luang Prabang (Laos): Insider’s Guide + Tips
Slow boat to Luang Prabang detailed guide. What to expect, safety tips, and common scams to avoid, from two expats living in Laos.
Buddha Park – Complete Guide to Visiting Vientiane’s Spirit City
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.
36 Surprising Reasons to Visit Laos Soon
Long known for its relaxed pace of life and slow pace of development, Laos is poised for BIG changes. Here are 36 reasons why you should add Laos to your bucket list today.
Disappearing Vientiane | The Endangered Architecture of a City in Transition
Capturing the unique and endangered structures across central Vientiane, some of which have already vanished.
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.
Hidden Laos: 7 Offbeat Things to Do in Vientiane
Tired of temples? Shake things up and check out this local’s list of unusual and largely-unknown things to do in Vientiane, with map links.
Hiking Wealth Coffee Nature Trails
Who says there aren’t any hiking trails around Vientiane? Today, we’re exploring a little-known corner of the area, with a unique coffee shop and miles of semi-shaded nature trails.
20 Essential Facebook Groups for Vientiane Expats
Vientiane can be a tough nut to crack for newcomers. Here are 20 game-changing English-language Facebook groups to help you get the most out of living in this unique and perplexing city.
Lao Zoo: What I Wish I Knew Before Visiting
The Lao Zoo may just be the most misunderstood zoo in Southeast Asia. The national zoo of Laos isn’t even really a “zoo” at all, but something far more interesting.
8 Awesome Things to Do with a Baby in Vang Vieng
Wondering what to do in Vang Vieng with a baby (or toddler)? Here are eight fun (and totally realistic) things, from our own experience living in Laos.
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.
Vientiane Boat Racing Festival: An Insider’s Guide for Travelers
For some in Laos — the Boat Racing Festival is the big reward after a long, hard planting season.
For many, many more — it’s one more excuse to party down.
Phou Phanang Conservation Area Hiking Guide (Vientiane)
Phou Phanang National Biodiversity Conservation Area offers rural hiking near Vientiane. What to expect, route map, how to get there & more.