Bruno Vincent

Channel News Asia Laos’ national carrier Lao Airlines will halt direct Laos-Singapore flights from Mar 25 due to operational reasons. In a Facebook update on Monday (Mar 12), the airline said on its website it will resume flight schedules “as soon as it is ready for operation upon further notice”. This is the second time … Read more

by David Unkovich What do you do when it’s hot, dry and you want it to rain? Shoot rockets into the clouds … at least that’s what the men of Muang Nan do every year in the month of May. This year Muang Nan Rocket Festival will be held on 27-29 May The Boun Bang Fai (the … Read more

Source: Global Times A friend living in Vientiane recently complained of incessant noise next to her house where a Chinese gang was busy constructing a new feeder road. None of the residents had been consulted. The residents are afraid that asphalt will bring speed and accidents.  To the slower paced Laotians, the Chinese are unwelcome. … Read more

  “Visit Laos Year 2018” stands out on a banner stretching across a Vientiane road. The Lao script announces a handicraft show at ITECC from 2-11 February. It has all the hallmarks of an event in line with the ongoing tourism campaign. An art display by the National Institute of Fine Arts greets visitors at … Read more

The six-wheeled Goddess appeared as I was sinking into despair. The sun was setting on Setthathilath Road at the Wattay Airport entrance, and my wait for a sawng taew dimmed with the sky. No money-grubbing tuk-tuk in sight. I was about to surrender, hike to a departure terminal, and eat a hefty cab fare. Then … Read more

  What interests visitors coming to Laos the most? Here’s a hint; you can’t avoid them. According to the government’s Tourism Development Department, nature and culture hold the top two slots. The World Bank came to Vientiane in December 2017, with nature-based tourism on its mind, and its eye on the country’s 20 National Protected … Read more

Immerse yourself in a 3-night Cultural Sojourn at Sanakeo Luang Prabang. This special package runs US$345 per person for a single traveller and US$495 for two sharing a twin room, and includes an experiential 4-day itinerary.  Day 1 Welcome to Luang Prabang and the Sanakeo Boutique Hotel, where our staff will present Lao culture. You’ll … Read more

  “We’ve changed the plan,” Somsavath said after greeting me at Luang Namtha’s airport. I’ve known Somsavath, who runs Phou Iu Travel and works in the Provincial Tourism Office, for several years. His itinerary modifications always add more bang for your buck. “Where are you taking me?” As per the original strategy, we would head … Read more

SilkAir has announced its Singapore-Laos summer schedule for 2018, which aims to provide better connectivity for European travellers. “After several months of negotiations by SilkAir with Lao Airports Authority for a better slot schedule into Luang Prabang, I am glad to confirm that effective 26 March (through 25  October) our schedule from Singapore to Laos (has … Read more

(This promotion valid from 1st April to 30th September 2018) The Package inclusive of: 3 Days 2 nights. – Free upgrade to Superior Room (Single/Double Occupied) – Round trip airport transfers – Welcome drink and cold towel on arrival – Welcome fruit platter and soft drinks minibar in room – Complementary soft drinks minibar in … Read more