Tag: laos

3 Month Southeast Asia Itinerary & Travel Planning Guide

Southeast Asia is the land of ancient temples, tropical beaches, metropolitan cities, mountain villages, and an endless supply of cultural experiences. This 3 month Southeast Asia itinerary allows you not only to see the highlights of this part of the world, but to also to fully immerse yourself in the local culture. On this Southeast […]

Je T’aime Luang Prabang, Laos

Laos was a total surprise for us…unexpected beauty, exceptionally good food, incredibly friendly people.  We only spent one week in this amazing country and it stole my heart. We arrived in Laos from Thailand, taking the slow boat down the Mekong River to Luang Prabang.  Luang Prabang…a small town with a goofy name, is also […]

Taking the Slow Boat Down the Mekong River

The Mekong River is the lifeline of Laos.  This river originates in the Yunnan Province of China, travels south, forming the boundary between Laos and other countries such as Myanmar and Thailand.  The path of the Mekong crosses Cambodia and then ends in southern Vietnam, forming the famous Mekong Delta. One of the most popular […]