My Bolaven Plateau Loop: 4 Days of Road Trip Between Waterfalls and Villages
After a quick first visit, I set off to explore the Bolaven Plateau over several days. Waterfalls, coffee, and encounters—a great adventure.
Bolovens Express: 3 must-see waterfalls for a glimpse of the plateau in one day
Bolaven Plateau: What to see in one day? Tad Fane, Tad Yuang, Pha Suam… Three major waterfalls for a quick overview of this region of Laos.
Champassak: 2-day itinerary around Vat Phou and Don Daeng
Two days to discover Champassak in a different way: from the thousand-year-old Vat Phou temple, to the island of Don Daeng, to an isolated waterfall... an itinerary along the Mekong.
What to do in Pakse before exploring the Bolaven Loop?
Pakse isn't just a transit point! Discover temples, a lively market, and a real local atmosphere before heading off to the Bolovens.
What to do in Vientiane? Explore the serene capital of Laos
A quiet and discreet capital, Vientiane has a few surprises in store. Here are my ideas for visits, tips, and impressions of this city with its own unique rhythm.
Phou Phanang View Points: a little nature getaway near Vientiane
To put it in context, it was during my extended stay in Vientiane that I made this little trip outside the city (apart from Buddha Park, located on the other side
Buddha Park: A day of adventure along the Mekong
With almost a week to spend in Vientiane, I couldn't possibly miss the famous Buddha Park, or Xieng Khuan for those in the know. Although it is considered
Slow Boat on the Mekong: 2 days between Houai Sai and Luang Prabang
Reaching Luang Prabang from the Thai border at Chiang Khong can be done by boat, via a beautiful cruise on the Mekong, I'll explain everything to you!
Short visit to Houai Sai: starting point for cruises on the Mekong
A short visit to Houai Sai, in Laos, a border town with Thailand, which mainly serves as a departure point for boats going to Luang Prabang via the Mekong.
Luang Prabang: a unique blend of Lao culture and French influence
Located in the north of Laos, at the confluence of the Mekong and the Nam Khan rivers, Luang Prabang (which can also be seen as Louang Prabang), remains the most popular destination
Luang Namtha: nature and traditions in northern Laos
For the 4th time, I found myself once again setting foot on the soil of Laos. And this time, I decided to make a little excursion in the north, crossing the
10 Places to Visit to Trace Thailand's History
From Sukhothai to Bangkok via Ayutthaya, here are 10 iconic places to retrace Thailand's history through key sites and monuments.
Thakhek: discovering the major caves of Laos
The main attraction of Thakhek is these rocky peaks, similar to those seen in the Vang Vieng region, as well as these caves, scattered here and there.
Savannakhet: what to see in this province of Laos?
Continuing from the two previous articles, including the one presenting the "attractions" in Savannakhet, the city, here is what you can visit in the province of Savannakhet. The lake
Savannakhet: what to visit in this little-known city of Laos
To complement the article on "getting your visa for Thailand in Savannakhet", here is what you can visit in the city of Savannakhet. As I mentioned in the previous article, many
Renewing your Thai visa in Savannakhet: everything you need to know
Here is a small "illustrated" guide in 5 steps to renew or change your visa for Thailand by going to Savannakhet in Laos, a small town facing Mukdahan.
Vat Sisaket and Vat Phra Keo: two emblematic temples of Vientiane
Continuation of this stroll in Vientiane as I arrive at the survivor of the Siamese "massacre", Vat Sisaket (The Laotians use a transcription with a V, in Thailand
Vientiane: discover That Luang and Patuxai, two icons of the capital
For this last day, Jitima took the bus early in the morning to return to Bangkok. For my part, I could stay one more day, especially to get my passport back.
Return to Vientiane: bus route from Vang Vieng
And yes, this stay in Vang Vieng was very short, just one express day (what else?) but let's not forget that we are not on vacation, strictly speaking.
Vang Vieng: motorbike ride and discovery of the caves
A classic day of motorbike touring around Vang Vieng, discovering hidden caves, rice paddies and the iconic karst landscapes of Laos.