Bangkok Airways Suspends Lao Flights
Bangkok Airways is slicing and canning several domestic and international routes, including Bangkok-Vientiane flights, due to a drop in demand, mainly caused by the Covid-19 outbreak. According to TTR Weekly “Routes suspended until further notice” include: – PG943 Bangkok-Vientiane and PG944 Vientiane-Bangkok from 10 March onwards (except 24 March 2020) – PG949 Bangkok-Vientiane and
Gaspard Bursts onto Luang Prabang’s French Dining Scene
Gaspard Artisan Cuisine opened its doors in Luang Prabang late last year to present a menu featuring traditional French signature dishes with an “a la Française” service set in a UNESCO-classified two-storey Tai Lue-style teak house at the crossroads of the landmark Nam Phou Fountain and Mekong River. Gaspard is the brainchild of two
Travelife Recognises Asian Trails Laos
Travelife, the leading international sustainability certification for the travel sector, has recognized Asian Trails Laos as a Travelife Partner, along with five other Southeast Asian offices. Mr Naut Kusters, manager of Travelife for tour operators, said, “I am delighted to see that sustainability in the tour operators sector is obtaining momentum. The award of the
Celebrity TV Chef Boosts Lao Students’ Cooking Skills
Celebrity Luxembourg TV Chef and cookbook author Anne Faber conducted a hands-on workshop for Lao ‘Kitchen Assistant’ students at Vientiane’s Pakpasak Technical College, to teach them the underlying skills of Western-style food preparation. The class culminated in a lunch served by the college’s ‘Food and Beverage Service’ students at the Lanith Cafe for some 20
La Lune Hosts 2nd WINC Wine Event in Vientiane
La Lune hosted its second Vientiane Wine Inclusive (WINC) event, “A Taste of Bordeaux”, on 21 February, to present some 30 local wine enthusiasts with the chance to sample authentic red and white vintages paired with dishes inspired by the world’s most famous wine region. According to La Lune Food and Beverage Director Mr
Kiridara Makes TripZilla’s Top 15 Romantic Hotels in Asia
Kiridara, a contemporary boutique hotel in Luang Prabang, has landed a spot as one of the dreamiest hotels in Asia, in TripZilla’s “15 Romantic Hotels in Asia Perfect for a Swoon-worthy couple’s trip”. Set as a hillside sanctuary for travellers seeking tranquillity and serenity, guests will wake up to the finest panoramic views of
Clothing Swap with Green Step, EARTH Vientiane and the LDWDC
By Green Discover Laos, Alba Ramos Those who are in the capital of Laos and are keen to do their part in sustainability can keep a lookout for various events with a sustainable focus that will be taking place in Vientiane. The first charity clothing swap event in Vientiane, organised by the nature-focused events
eGlobal Travel Media Endorses We Are Lao
We Are Lao is proud to announce the endorsement of eGlobal Travel Media, a leading online travel trade publication with more than 60,000 subscribers. We Are Lao will now be a major supplier of trade news and travel stories from Laos, with links to WeAreLao.com. “This will greatly broaden our direct international reach to
MICE Keep Nibbling on Laos
We Are Lao is releasing the second annual “MICE Guide to Laos” at ITB Berlin 2020 on 4-9 March, with eight additional hotels joining the charge to attract business events and incentive groups to “The Last Frontier”. The guide, also available for downloading as an e-brochure, now features 24 hotels with modern event venues and
Tourism & Corona: The Way Ahead
“What is the solution to the coronavirus and the Chinese tourism market, and is there something we can do to mitigate losses?” wonders Luang Prabang View General Manager John Morris Williams, who has some 30 years of experience in the tourism and hospitality business, before offering three simple suggestions. Don’t Drop Room Rates My
