Travel

Japanese Arrivals to Laos Jump 36 Percent Amid Renewed Tokyo Tourism Push

Laos welcomed 23,133 Japanese tourists in the first six months of 2026, a 36 percent jump from the same period last year, as the country ramps up tourism promotion in Japan. The Ministry of Information, Culture and Tourism reported that Japanese arrivals have climbed steadily since 2022, rising from 6,848...

Thai YouTuber Hlun Solo’s Body to Return Home as Family Awaits Autopsy Results

The body of Thai travel YouTuber Hlun Solo is expected to return to Thailand...

Oudomxay Seeks More Railway Services to Boost Investment

Authorities in Oudomxay Province, northern Laos, have announced plans to expand railway services and...

Thai Travel YouTuber Hlun Solo Found Dead in Georgia After Weeks of Uncertainty

Thai travel YouTuber Hlun Solo has died in Georgia after disappearing during a solo...

Thailand, China and Vietnam Fuel Laos’ Tourism Growth in 2026

Laos welcomed nearly 2.6 million international tourists in the first half of 2026, up...

Upgraded Facilities Drawing More Visitors to Vangvieng

A newly paved road connecting the town of Vangvieng to Poukham cave is one of the key factors attracting more tourists to the area...

Khammuan Records Almost 73,000 Visit Arrivals Over First Six Months

Khammuan, a central province, has recorded almost 73,000 visit arrivals over the first six months with Asians, and especially Chinese nationals topping the list. This...

Bolaven Plateau: A Coffee Lover’s Utopia, Deep In the Heart of Laos

From Colombia to Kenya, many of the world's coffee-growing regions are amongst the most idyllic places on Earth. A bucolic tableland in southern Laos, the...