Like the spine of a sleeping dragon, dramatic limestone mountains rise above the luscious paddy fields of central Laos. In the middle of it all, you’ll find Vang Vieng. “Vang Vieng lies in a perfect ...

With its lush landscapes, tranquil rivers, and ancient temples, Laos offers a unique blend of scenic beauty and rich history. Tourism in Laos has seen a significant developed in 2023 compared to the ...

From wandering the streets of Cartagena to eating strange foods in Bangkok to relaxing in the endless blue waters of Zanzibar – Black people are seeing the world more than ever before. After a while, ...

Laos, a place that feels stuck in time, is at the precipice of change. Backpackers found the country decades ago, drawn by staggeringly beautiful limestone mountains, elaborate Buddhist temples and an ...

Colourful rectangular wooden boats carrying tourists chug along at a leisurely pace across the Mekong River. The atmosphere is idyllic, disturbed only by the monotonous throbbing of the boats’ engines ...

The Wat Phou site in Laos contains two stone palaces. The Lao government is stepping up efforts to strengthen the tourism sector, attract more visitors, and boost national revenue. — DAVID BOWDEN/THE ...

Golden temples, Mekong River cruises, mighty waterfalls and nearly two dozen national parks. On paper, Laos has it all. But the land-locked Buddhist country welcomed only around 4.2 million visitors ...

VIENTIANE: Laos has been ranked among the world’s most affordable travel destinations for 2026 by Indie Traveller magazine, reinforcing the country’s growing reputation as a budget-friendly ...

Motorists drive through Vang Vieng, Laos, on Oct. 21. The Southeast Asian country has lagged behind Vietnam and Thailand when it comes to tourism but the government hopes new hotels, roads and a train ...