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Laos Wins 29 ASEAN Tourism Standards Awards

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On 20 January, Laos received 29 ASEAN Tourism Standards Awards during the ASEAN Tourism Forum held in Johor, Malaysia. These accolades celebrate the country’s efforts in enhancing tourism quality, sustainability, and cultural preservation.  

Among the awards, Laos earned four under the ASEAN Homestay Standard category, recognizing efforts to promote sustainable tourism. The honored homestays include one located in Vang Vieng district, Vientiane Province, and three in Champasak.

In addition, Laos secured five awards for the ASEAN Community-Based Tourism Standards, with notable recognition for wildlife viewing experiences at Nam Et-Phou Louey National Park in Houaphan Province. The remaining four awards went to community-based tourism initiatives in villages across Khammouane, Luang Namtha, and Luang Prabang provinces.

The country’s spa services also stood out, garnering five awards in the ASEAN Spa Services Standard category. Three awards were presented to spas in Luang Prabang: Amantaka Hotel, Ban Lao Spa of My Ban Lao, and Mekong Spa at Phou Vao Hotel. The Senses Spa at Crown Plaza Vientiane and Dalah Spa in Vientiane Capital also received recognition.

Furthermore, Laos excelled in the ASEAN Public Toilet Standard category, with five public facilities being awarded. These included toilets at Nong Sa Phang Lenh Park in Vientiane Capital, Xieng Thong Temple in Luang Prabang, Mountain View Restaurant in Luang Namtha, Tat Yeuang Waterfall in Champasak, and None-Nangfa Cave in Vang Vieng.

On top of receiving awards, Laos also achieved a milestone of tourist arrivals. In 2024, Luang Prabang welcomed over 2 million visitors, far exceeding its initial target of 900,000. This growth is credited to the country’s heightened visibility on international travel platforms and the success of the 2024 Visit Laos Year campaign.

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