Mekong Kingdoms Announces “Monsoon” Schedule
Luang Prabang-based Mekong Kingdoms has announced its October 2018-March 2019 schedule and rates for it day boat, “Monsoon”, the most premium way to experience the Mekong River with its high ceilings, large picture windows and modern décor. Kuang Si Waterfalls Monday, Wednesday and Saturday: 08:30-13:30 $58/person Sunset Cruise Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday:
Pakbeng Raises Stakes in Mekong River Tourism
Mekong River tourism is turning its spotlight on “Destination Pakbeng” as the Lao port transforms from a remote overnight stop on the Thailand-Luang Prabang cruise route into a multi-day stay-over town. The Mekong Elephant Park operated by Sanctuary Pakbeng Lodge, Khmu Trail guided by Le Grand Pakbeng Resort, and untapped natural attractions
Lanith Signs MOU with Concorde Hotel Kuala Lumpur
Lanith Luang Prabang (Lao National Institute of Tourism and Hospitality) and the nation’s vocational college signed a memorandum of understanding with Concorde Hotel Kuala Lumpur Hotel on 11 September, to upgrade teachers’ and students’ ability, technical knowledge, skills, and attitude towards the hospitality sector. The agreement covers four years, during which 10 students at
Inthira Lands ASEAN Business Awards Laos
The Inthira Group has become the first Lao tourism business to win the ASEAN Business Awards Laos, and will present the hotel and restaurant company at the ASEAN Awards Gala Dinner on 12 November in Singapore. The annual ASEAN Business Awards Laos recognizes outstanding Lao businesses and entrepreneurs that have created a positive
Centara builds Lao portfolio
Centara has inked a deal that will give it the management of three hotels in Laos by 2020. TTR Weekly is reporting that Centara’s chairman, Suthikiati Chirathivat, signed off on the management MOU with Asia Investment Development & Construction Sole Company, a well-established investment and construction firm in Laos. The agreement paves the way
Sustainable Tourism Solutions Displayed in Luang Prabang
The Sustainable Tourism Solutions Expo (STSE) on 14-15 September, attracted more than 100 hospitality trade decision-makers from around the Mekong Region to the Luang Prabang View Hotel, where they met some 30 Lao and international sustainable product and service providers, and participated in related symposia. Tom Grimm led off the “Saving Money through Sustainability” forum
It’s Cool to Cleanup Luang Prabang
More than 1,000 Luang Prabang residents turned out ahead of World Cleanup Day to rid the UNESCO World Heritage City of trash. The coordinated crews hit the streets at 07:00 on Friday, 14 September, and after 90 minutes, the city was spotless, with government trucks picking up heaps of garbage at collection points. Trash
Upgrading Ban Nayang’s Tourist Homestay Appeal
Contributed by Luang Prabang Handle with Care Ban Nayang is a great new destination for travelers looking for an authentic village homestay experience in Luang Prabang Province. Just a two-hour drive from Luang Prabang town, Ban Nayang has been hosting a small stream of tourists for a while. They are attracted to the tranquility
Luang Prabang Film Festival Seeks Applications for 2018 Tribeca Talent Lab
Source: The Nation The Luang Prabang Film Festival (LPFF) is now inviting applications for its 2018 Talent Lab, led by Tribeca Film Institute (TFI). The Lab, which will train Southeast Asian filmmakers on grant writing and project pitching, will be held during the opening weekend of the ninth annual festival, which will take place from
Laos Launches Traditional Food and Farming Website
Lao restaurants and businesses can now tap into Laos’s rich food and farming culture, with last week’s launch of the Pha Khao Lao website dedicated to preserving traditional recipes and agricultural practices. The website highlights Laotian products like forest honey and river weed that is pressed into sheets and dried to make a crispy snack,
