Bruno Vincent

  “The Lao government has devised a policy to promote tourism,” barks the lead in a 9 July 2019 article by the Vietnam News Agency. After all, tourism is the second largest contributor to the Lao economy, it said. Wow, a policy to promote tourism. Can’t wait to read. What is this grand plan? Same … Read more

  Luang Prabang Bio Bamboo has launched a creative new line of home and tourist products with the overall aim of reducing plastic waste while allowing patrons to discover organic, eco-friendly goods. Run by Singthong, his wife Nud, and family, Bio Bamboo is located just 10 minutes from the World Heritage Town on the airport … Read more

  Escape from the city to a haven of peace at Kamu Lodge during their summer promotion. In August and September 2019, you’ll get a 2-day, 1-night package for only $50. Included in the deal are one night’s accommodation at the Kamu Lodge including a boat transfer from Luang Prabang, breakfast, lunch, and dinner, along … Read more

  The Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre (TAEC) has relocated and redesigned its craft museum in Luang Prabang. The TAEC Boutique now presents a vibrant marketplace concept by Modlao that reflects the diversity and creativity of Lao textiles, accessories, and homewares, all handmade by ethnic artisans in Laos. Its new location on the Main Road … Read more

  Heritage Line is offering a 20% discount on its maiden voyage into northern Laos. The cruise aboard the Anouvong sets sail on 29 September 2020. The deal is valid for bookings made by 15 October 2019. Heritage Line offers two Mekong River journeys (3-night Golden Triangle Traverse and 7- or 9-night Laotian Serendipity). The cruises … Read more

  The Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre (TAEC) has release its 2019-2020 brochure, “Highlighting the People & Culture of Laos. Inside, you’ll discover Tours and Workshops, the Family Activity Centre, Talks & Events, and the Museum Shop and TAEC Boutique. You’ll also find their “Connect with Culture” exhibitions, and more. Download the 2019-2020 brochure.   … Read more

  Green Season in Laos turns streams into raging rivers and rapids, perfect for kayaking. And Green Discovery Laos (GDL), in their endless search for new adventures, has found a winner…the Houay Bang Lieng River that cuts through the jungle of Dong Hua Sao National Protected Area in Champassak. The full-day tour includes 4.5 to … Read more

  A Lao village kid pedalled his way into the global ultracycling spotlight by capturing third place in BikingMan Laos in May 2019. Thavone Phonasa, the local wildcard, breezed past many of the world’s best, and he had never even heard of them. Thavone grabs third BikingMan Founder and CEO Axel Carion called Thavone’s achievement, … Read more

  The Lao Hotel Alliance (LHA) launched its initiative with a FAM trip in northern Laos to showcase four member hotels and a cruise line, while establishing a label of excellence for mid-range luxury hospitality at selected locations. Some 45 global travel agents embarked on the excursion from 9-17 June. The LHA’s FAM trip kicks … Read more

  “Laos is the toughest BikingMan race by far,” said winner, Jason Black, who completed the 785-km circuit through the country’s northwest in 51:42. “The combination of heat, rain, mountains, the unknown…”    And the unexpected. Lao cycler, Thavone Phonasa, came in 3rd in 62:24 on his BikingMan debut. “That’s a big deal,” said BikingMan … Read more