Are MICE and Groups the Route Back to Laos?

Are MICE and group travel the way back for Lao tourism once the borders reopen? We Are Lao’s John Morris Williams recently asked Laurent Granier, Co-founder & General Manager of Laos Mood Travel, for his thoughts. Laos Mood is a MICE and group travel specialist with distinct and geographical markets. WAL: How do you see the … Read more

The Gift of Hope!

~ THE GIFT OF HOPE ~ And the Chance to Revive Laos’ Wild Elephant Population A BABY ELEPHANT IS BORN IN LAOS! Thirty-two-year-old Mae Khampheng spent decades carrying heavy loads of tourists on her back under the burning sun by day, shackled in chains by night. Deprivation was all she knew. Today—thanks to the Elephant … Read more

Lao Thiao Lao Seeks Sustainable Tourism Growth in Vientiane Province

By Bernie Rosenbloom The Lao Thiao Lao Survey Team traveled to Vientiane Province on 24-27 August, to identify sustainable tourism products, meet with provincial and district tourism officials, and consult with tourism site developers to ensure sustainable tourism growth in the increasingly popular destination. Meuang Feuang Lao National Chamber of Commerce and Industry Tourism Director, … Read more

Lao Thiao Lao Tackles “The Khammouane Loop”

By Bernie Rosenbloom It’s tough to find Khoun Kong Lang Lake on Google Maps. You’ll see a skinny gray line heading east off Route 13 just past Houay Aek. It ends at the mountains in Central Laos’ Khammouane Province. In reality, the 20-minute drive on a paved road leads to the Green World @ Khammouane, … Read more

Laos Tourism: Seminar, Stats, and Easing Restrictions

  By Bernie Rosenbloom The Lao travel trade sparked to life late last week, with a tourism and hospitality webinar, easing of restrictions after a rigid six-week Covid lockdown, and the publication of the “Statistical Report on Tourism in Laos 2020”. Laos Tourism & Hospitality Roundtable The European Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Lao … Read more

Ethically Yours, Silver Naga Vang Vieng

“We use ‘Ethical’ a lot in our practices because I feel tourism is all about people,” said Rachel Dechaineux, owner of the riverside Silver Naga hotel in Vang Vieng. “We aim to give our guests a truly memorable stay that incorporates my passions for Lao design, culture, and food.” “I always reflect on what and … Read more

Lao Tourism Will Not Die: Only Companies Die

By John Morris Williams In spite of Covid-19’s effect on the worldwide travel industry, the Lao tourism and hospitality sector continues to look towards a brighter future. However, our global tourism partners and clients are uncertain of the situation in Laos, and what the plan is for reopening when international travel gets rolling. Today, all … Read more

The Road to Reopening Hotel Doors in Laos

Veteran hotelier and We Are Lao Managing Director John Morris Williams presents an easy to follow guide to reopening the Lao hospitality sector, with a focus tour agent’s and traveler’s needs. Overview The travel trade and social media, both in Asia and globally, abound with hype about re-opening the tourism and hospitality industry in the … Read more

Graduates of ‘China Ready’ Programme ready to support tourism businesses in Lao PDR

  Four representatives from the Ministry of Information Culture and Tourism (MICT) have been awarded the ‘China Ready’ Certification Award by the China Outbound Tourism Research Institute (COTRI) after successfully completing the ‘China Ready’ training programme. The specialised programme, delivered online, provides tourism businesses with insights into the Chinese visitor and how to meet their … Read more

Luang Prabang Downloads

  Dig Deeper into Luang Prabang with these downloads Scratch the surface of Luang Prabang and discover a side of the UNESCO city to experience what mainstream tourists overlook. Check out these downloads for a more fulfilling stay in Luang Prabang. Here, you’ll find WeAreLao’s top picks. Restaurants with a Difference Coffee Shops and Bakeries … Read more