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  Sofitel Luang Prabang has partnered with acclaimed Food and Beverage consultants Avril Production to launch the latest farm-to-table-dining concept at its dining outlet Governor’s Grill to give guests an opportunity to explore the exotic taste of Laotian produce. Governor’s Grill The restaurant’s menu has been revamped to include a selection of Lao and western … Read more

  ORLA (Off Road Laos Adventures) is taking to Luang Prabang’s side streets in a day-long walking itinerary that hits the city’s highlights and hidden nooks and crannies. Tourists will hit the classic attractions – temples, museums, and markets – plus places not found on most programs, including hidden heritage hotspots, local craft shops, and … Read more

  Trail runners from around Laos and Thailand will “Find Your Challenge” at the Vang Vieng Trail Run on 9-10 November. Five races in the “Final Destination” competition include 8 km, 18 km, 30 km, 52 km, and 85 km over the rugged Vang Vieng terrain. The Vang Vieng Trail Run is the 9th out of … Read more

The Luang Prabang Deaf & Mute Centre has added the “Coffee Place at its home next to the bowling alley in Ban Phoumock.  Visitors can enjoy a snack and coffee from 08:00 to 17:00, with lunch at the kitchen open from 11:00 to 14:00. They cook just a few dishes, but they are all made … Read more

  Le Thatluang D’oR has launched its palatial boutique hotel in the heart of historic “Old Vientiane”, the Lane Xang Kingdom’s last capital, to offer alternative luxury accommodation in an authentic, quiet neighbourhood.   The hotel’s owner Kotsada Soukhabandith said he wanted to build the 49-room Le Thatluang D’oR in the original site of Vientiane … Read more

  Lao Airlines since July 2019 expanded codeshare partnership with Silk Air, covering the latter’s service beyond Singapore. Planned new codeshare routes from 15JUL19 (or earlier) as follows. Lao Airlines operated by Silk Air  Singapore – Chiang Mai Singapore – Hanoi Singapore – Siem Reap Source: Routes

  Work has begun on transforming the 980-metre Mekong Riverfront in Savannakhet Capital Kaysone Phomvihane City to prevent flooding while creating a leisure environment and green space for locals and tourists. According to Vientiane Times, Lao Mixay Construction Company won the bid to upgrade the embankment at a cost of US$4.5 million. The riverbank will … Read more

  Prime Minister Thongloun Sisoulith and Vientiane authorities recently visited several organic farming villages around the capital to observe their growing techniques, listen to their problems, and make suggestions. According to Vientiane Times reporting, District Governor Vongdeuan Bounyaseng told the premier that farmers grow organic crops, and produce so-called green crops on which they use … Read more

  Xieng Khouang plans to install more facilities at the newly UNESCO-listed Plain of Jars to prepare for an influx of tourists. During a press conference, the Provincial Governor Bountone Chanthaphone said the province will continue to improve infrastructure, especially roads, to ensure visitor’s safety, according to a Vientiane Times report. The province is seeking … Read more

  Adventure seekers can now take boat to explore the recently discovered Phaka Cave in Vientiane’s Maed District, about 200 km north of the capital near Vang Vieng and the new tourist destination, Nam Feuang. According to Vientiane Times, Phaka Cave, accessible only by boat, is 120 metres high, 400 metres wide, and about 8 … Read more