Tourism

‘Hidden Hands’ Cave Opens as New Tourism Site in Khammouane

On 8 June, authorities in Khammouane Province have officially opened Hidden Hands Cave (Tham Pha Mue) to visitors, marking the launch of a new heritage tourism destination expected to strengthen cultural tourism and raise the province’s international profile. The opening follows several years of archaeological research conducted by Lao and...

Vang Vieng Gears Up for USD-216M Tourism Overhaul as Old Airport Transforms

Preparations are underway for a USD 216 million tourism complex at the old airfield...

Tourist Numbers in Luang Prabang Double, 3.5 Million in 2025

Luang Prabang saw tourist arrivals doubled in 2025, reaching 3.5 million compared to 2.3...

Laos, Japan Launch Major Upgrade of Wattay International Airport

Laos and Japan launched a major upgrade of Wattay International Airport in Vientiane on...

Remains of 37 People Discovered in Giant Stone Jar in Xieng Khouang

A new excavation on Laos’ mysterious Plain of Jars in Xieng Khouang has uncovered...

Laos-China Railway Trade Reaches USD 11.7 Billion as Railway Expands

Cross-border trade along the Laos-China Railway has reached a cumulative value of over CNY 80 billion (approximately USD 11.7 billion) since the line opened...

Laos plans to open its first aquarium in Vientiane

Laos is moving forward with plans to develop its first aquarium, following the signing of an agreement to study the project’s feasibility in Vientiane. The...

Laos PM Orders Tighter Safety Rules for Tourism Sector

Laos’ Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone has called for stricter safety measures across Laos’ tourism sector, with a focus on high-risk and emerging activities, as...

Standing Stones in Houaphanh Recognized as National Heritage

A group of ancient standing stones in Houaphanh Province has been officially recognised as a national cultural heritage site, drawing attention to one of...

Thai Tourist Bookings to Laos Surge 5,262 Percent on Trip.com, Report Shows

Thai tourist bookings to Laos have surged 5,262 percent in 2026, according to Trip.com's latest travel report, with the China-Laos railway credited as a...

Luang Prabang Restricts Roadside Commercial Setups During Lao New Year

Authorities in Luang Prabang have announced restrictions on temporary roadside structures and commercial setups along Sisavangvong Road during Lao New Year celebrations from 14...