The recent deaths of six travelers by methanol poisoning in Laos has put the spotlight on moonshine alcohol in Southeast Asia's tourist hotspots. The victims, from Australia, the UK, Denmark and the ...

2000-12-27 04:00:00 PDT Vientiane, Laos-- The Communist government of this hapless, landlocked country set a lofty goal for the new century: to attract 1 million visitors with its "Visit Laos Year" ...

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 ...

It's a foundation myth for those of us in the West. When the god Helios promised his son Phaeton that he would grant him any wish, the boy requested the chance to ride the chariot of the sun. This, of ...

VIENTIANE, LAOS – The Lao tourism industry and related businesses in Vientiane have gained a major financial boost as thousands of tourists flock to the capital Vientiane for the ongoing 25th Southeas ...

Editor’s Note: This is the second article in a three-part series exploring the impact of the Laos-China Railway, a major project under China’s Belt and Road Initiative that connects cities across Laos ...

For tourism professionals in the Lao People's Democratic Republic (Laos), these are very busy times, especially for those who have the responsibility of bringing their country up to the sort of ...

VIENTIANE, March 15 (Xinhua) -- Lao and Cambodian tourism authorities have pledged to strengthen cooperation and encourage more people to travel between the two neighbors. According to Lao News Agency ...

At a conference in Hanoi with Lao Minister of Information, Culture and Tourism Suansavanh Viyaketh, Vietnam’s Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Nguyen Van Hung suggested activities. strengthen ...

The appearance of Laos as a land with beautiful nature, peaceful temples, and historical architecture with a French touch often misleads people into thinking that the tourism industry is a ...

Laos has announced plans to partially reopen its borders to foreign visitors on January 1, despite the rising fears that the Omicron variant of COVID-19 will set off fresh waves of infection across ...