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A weekend in Vientiane
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 30/05/2024
» Just a 45-minute drive across the First Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge and with a linguistic resemblance to the Isan dialect, Vientiane is one of the most welcoming destinations for Thais seeking a weekend experience. This humble town radiates the allure of a bygone colonial age and its laid-back lifestyle allows visitors to avoid any rushing.
A tranquil sanctuary
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 07/02/2024
» When it's time to disconnect from the real world and escape from the concrete jungle that is Bangkok, Luang Prabang in Laos is always my first choice.
Enchanting Luang Prabang
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 18/01/2024
» Since Luang Prabang is not far from Thailand and easy to visit, I often took it for granted and looked for other destinations with fancy attractions. However, my trip to the town early last month changed my perception and made me understand why many kept telling me to go there.
Journey to beautiful Phu Luang with Siam Society
Life, Published on 26/01/2023
» Siam Society is holding a study trip to the Northeast to explore Phu Ruea National Park and Phu Luang Wildlife Sanctuary, from Feb 24-26.
Laidback relaxation in Luang Prabang
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 12/01/2023
» Remember what the slow pace of life was like? I don’t. But this is exactly why places like Luang Prabang in Laos exist. It is to remind us that once in a while we have to take time to enjoy life at a pace slower than what we are used to. In a land, almost untouched by time, the Unesco World Heritage city of Luang Prabang has a certain charm to it that is only enhanced by stays at Belmond’s La Résidence Phou Vao.
Kempinski hosts end-of-year festivities
Life, Published on 01/12/2022
» Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok welcomes guests to enjoy the season's festivities with a number of festival activities.
Most visitors to Luang Prabang now use China-Laos Railway
Published on 23/11/2022
» VIENTIANE: As tourists return to Laos in large numbers, over 85% of those heading to northern Laos' Luang Prabang province are using the China-Laos Railway.
Travel platforms Booking, Klook partner up
Life, Published on 13/10/2022
» Booking.com recently announced a long-term strategic partnership with Klook, Asia's leading travel and experiences platform, offering travellers easy access to a wider range of attractions and activities directly on Booking.com in over 175 cities, across more than 30 markets in the Asia Pacific region.
Thailand, Laos resume 9 bus services
Online Reporters, Published on 15/06/2022
» Nine bus routes linking Thailand and Laos were reopened on Wednesday as the two countries eased travel restrictions imposed after the arrival of the Covid-19 pandemic.
From royal roots to a modern city
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 21/04/2022
» As Bangkok blows its birthday candles today, many historical sites including the Grand Palace, Bangkok National Museum, Santi Chai Prakan Park, City Pillar Shrine, Wat Bowon Niwet Vihara and Sala Chalermkrung Royal Theatre have transformed into fun entertainment venues for the "240th Anniversary of the Foundation of Rattanakosin", running until Sunday.