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Construction of the almost-US$6 billion railway linking Vientiane to the Chinese border is making good progress despite the torrential rains, floods and landslides afflicting the north of the country.  Deputy Minister of Public Works and Transport Mr Lattanamany Khounnivong told Vientiane Times the railway is now at least 37 percent complete. “Of course, the project has … Read more

AVANI+ Luang Prabang is offering a 9-night “Unveil the Mekong” package, with prices for those who book now starting at LAK 64,139,625 (approx. $7,499) for two persons and LAK 92,361,060 (approx. $10,799) for four persons. Immerse yourself in new life experiences with an incredible 9-night journey through the Golden Triangle, Thailand and Laos along the … Read more

The new multi-species Luang Prabang Wildlife Sanctuary has been busy with rescues. Recent additions include a pair of young female Assam macaques, who had been tied by the neck with wire. They were joined by a pygmy slow loris and a crested serpent eagle. “We’re overjoyed to have the opportunity to help other species however … Read more

Source: Investvine – Asia Business News With hordes of Chinese tourists overrunning one Southeast Asian country after the other as a result of a new travel freedom and rising spending power, Laos is the next destination on the map for them. A number of infrastructure mega-projects currently being built in Laos should serve as connecting … Read more

Sahtu Press recently announced the forthcoming release of the new illustrated poetry collection entitled “Before We Remember We Dream” by award-winning poet Bryan Thao Worra. This new book explores memory and geography in the Lao diaspora, and will be released in October, 2018. The collection also features original art by Nor Sanavongsay. There are over … Read more

Thai Smile, under the Thai Airways International banner, has announced its new Bangkok-Luang Prabang schedule. From 1 October 2018 to 23 March 2019, TG 2576 will take off daily from Suvarnabhumi at 08:45 and land in Luang Prabang at 10:20. The return flight departs at 11:20 and arrives in Bangkok at 12:55 For more information, … Read more

Motorists in Luang Prabang, Oudomxay, and Houaphanh face a red alert for landslides when travelling on northern mountain roads, especially Route 13, which is completely blocked along some stretches, following three days of downpours. In Luang Prabang, landslides have washed away several parts of Route 13 North. Nambak District Head of Public Works and Transport … Read more

On 15 August, Lao Natural launched its Luang Prabang showroom, marking a milestone in their journey to create and sell several lines of locally sourced natural toiletries, massage oils, and a range of other products. The company’s founder, Kornkanok “Korn” Sriwan, had been working in Thailand’s hotel spa industry, and came to Laos in 2012 … Read more

Enjoy 18 holes for two at Luang Prabang Golf Club, 3 days/2 nights at Luang Prabang View Hotel with free upgrade to a Deluxe Room, a 60-minute massage and more for $520.  http://www.luangprabangview.com

Bounniew “Niew” Somesak led the Luang Prabang LEOT School’s effort to directly deliver aid to the neediest victims of the Attapeu dam collapse. The school had raised $10,000 from its supporters, and this week Niew completed his most challenging task by travelling to the devastated Sanamsai District by plane, bus, truck, and boat to present … Read more