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ADB Visits Oudomxay Projects
Asian Development Bank Country Director Yasushi Negishi visited Oudomxay in northern Laos to inspect the progress of development projects funded with ADB loans. These include the construction of an access road to Chom Ong Cave in Beng district. Provincial Vice Governor Khamphieng told the visiting ADB Country Director, “Oudomxay is one of poor provinces in Laos. We still need assistance from your organization. We still need to develop infrastructure. Many people are still unemployed. We want to help them have a job, stop slash-and-burn cultivation practices, and promote tourism service.” The construction of the access road to Chom Ong Cave not only benefits the tourism service, but also helps improve the living standards of local people in Chom Ong village as it ensures their communication and transportation, said the deputy governor. Source: KPL Lao News Service
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It’s Official: 50 Ethnic Groups in Laos
Ethnic Lao On 12 December, the ongoing session of the National Assembly approved the Brou as the country’s 50th official ethnic group. The announcement was made at the 3rd National Ethnic Conference at the National Convention Centre in Vientiane. According to Vientiane Times, the government divides the nation’s 50 distinct ethnic groups into four main categories. (Spelling as per Vientiane Times). The eight Lao-Tai groups include Lao, Phouthai, Tai, Lue, Nhuan, Young, Saek, and Thai Neua. With the addition of the Brou, the Mone-Khmer family now has 32 ethnic groups including Khmu, Pray, Singmou, Khom, Thene, Idou, Bid, Lamed, Samtao, Katang, Makong, Try, Trieng, Ta-oi, Yeh, Brao, Harak, Katou, Oi, Krieng, Yrou, Souai, Nhaheune, Lavy, Kabkae, Khmer, Toum, Ngouane, Meuang, and Kri. The Tibeto-Burmese family has seven ethnic groups: Ahka or Ekor, Singsali, Lahou, Sila, Hayi, Lolo, and Hor, and the Hmong-Ioumien has two main tribes: Hmong-Ioumien and Yao. To meet the ethnic groups in Laos, click here.
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Le Bel Air Resort Opens in Luang Prabang
Le Bel Air Resort Luang Prabang launched its premier 4-star property on 15 November, joining the high-end accommodation choices in the UNESCO Word Heritage Town. Located on the Nam Khan Riverside, the charming colonial style property is just 10 minutes from the airport and a three-minute drive from town’s centre. Le Bel Air Resort features 66 rooms in three categories with river and garden views, a riverside restaurant, as well as an oasis style pool and bar. The 24 Garnier rooms, with river or garden views, are located in three different pavilions on the property. Rooms offer king-sized beds, private balconies, and a large bathroom with a twin vanity. The 32 Mouhot rooms are located in seven different pavilions in the garden area of the resort. Decorated with Le Bel Air colonial charm, each room offers king-sized or twin-sized beds. The 10 top-of-the-line Pavie Bungalows are situated in the west side of the garden overlooking the pool or the river. Le Bel Air Resort also presents a choice of dining options, led by the Indochine Restaurant serving Lao and French-inspired cuisine. The 140-seat riverside eatery offers an open terrace and a VIP room to dine in privacy. The Salon presents a private VIP room that can accommodate up to 28 people for a feast in privacy with friends and family or to hold a business meeting. Guests can sip on a cocktail or enjoy alfresco dining on the peaceful Nam Kham River at the Terrace Bar. Those enjoying a dip in the infinity pool overlooking the Nam Khan can relax on a sun lounge with a drink from the Pool Bar. For any enquiries: Email: info@lebelairresort.com Tel: +856 71 254 699 www.lebelairresort.com
