Comments on: Wondering how Thailand was 20 years ago? Look no further…visit Laos!

By: Chris

Chris — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 05:43:23 +0000

Kristina, 7 days is really not that much. I spent 4 days alone in Vang Vien, just sitting at and watching the river. But your mileage will vary, depending also how much you consume of the available temptations there….

By: Kristina

Kristina — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 07:00:48 +0000

Hi there! How much time should I spend in Laos? Right now I only have 7 days scheduled, but I’m not sure if that is sufficient? I know it’s kind of a subjective question…this summary was very helpful by the way! Thanks so much!

I will be traveling to China, Tibet, Nepal, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Thailand (and others…in that order).

Thanks!

By: Chris

Chris — Sun, 20 Jul 2008 15:01:09 +0000

liloo, you should be fine. It’s not more dangerous than any place else on the planet. Laos is actually quite easy to travel, even when going alone. There are plenty of hostels and guest houses nowadays, at least in the main towns like Vientianne, Luang Prabang and so on. The people are generally friendly and helpful.

By: liloo

liloo — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 16:57:27 +0000

hey, I’m planning to go to Laos on my own, is it dangerous for a girl to travel on her own in Laos? are there many hostels there? thxx

By: The Ancient Mystery of the ‘Plain Of Jars’ | nomad4ever

The Ancient Mystery of the ‘Plain Of Jars’ | nomad4ever — Tue, 16 Oct 2007 11:50:29 +0000

[...] Maybe you noticed already, that I’m a fan of Laos. This has a number of reasons, one being, that Laos is today, what Thailand was 20 years ago. It’s a laid-back secluded country, with lot’s of mysteries, unique activities and quirky originalities. [...]

By: Laos: Coup Attempt Prevented | nomad4ever

Laos: Coup Attempt Prevented | nomad4ever — Tue, 05 Jun 2007 09:01:37 +0000

[...] Sort of Thailand 20 years ago, as some things are pretty similar and most Lao people can speak Thai and even have Thai ancestors or relatives. You can even pay with the Thai Baht almost everywhere. [...]

By: tutubi

tutubi — Sun, 25 Mar 2007 07:44:14 +0000

the road less travelled…
the kind of places I wanted to visit

nice site you have here

By: Thailand: 6 Months After Coup - Little To Show | nomad4ever

Thailand: 6 Months After Coup - Little To Show | nomad4ever — Thu, 22 Mar 2007 12:46:45 +0000

[...] Wondering how Thailand was 20 years ago? Look no further…visit Laos! [...]

By: Yearinthelife

Yearinthelife — Sun, 18 Mar 2007 11:37:39 +0000

Interesting to read that “Almost every major airline in Asia is now flying to Laos, mainly to its capital Vientiane.” When I was there – two years ago now :O – flights into Laos were very limited, being mainly Lao Air flights, which had a tendency to lose their wheels on landing. But it’s reassuring to hear that you can get into Laos on airlines with less shoddy planes; certainly beats a hellish 2 day slow-boat ride down the Mekong, beautiful as it is

By: TravMonkey

TravMonkey — Wed, 14 Mar 2007 13:41:56 +0000

Shhhh don’t tell everyone about Laos!

Just kidding, Laos is an amazing place. So laid back and relaxed. The scenery is amazing, no guide book ever described how beautiful it really is. I was gob-smacked. It is well worth putting in the extra effort to get off the tourist trail in Laos.