Travel

Vientiane Rolls Out New Tourism Plans to Keep Visitors Around Longer, as Laos Launches Travel App

Vientiane is planning new tourism routes, evening attractions, and a city pass to encourage visitors to stay longer and spend more locally, while a new Lao Travel app will give tourists a way to book accommodation, transport, and other services. The push comes as Vientiane’s tourism sector posted strong results...

Thailand Restores 30-Day Visa-Free Stay, Limits Visa-Free Land Entries to Twice a Year

Thailand has cut its visa-free tourist stay from 60 days back to 30 days,...

China-Laos Railway Sees 50 Percent Rise In Cross-Border Passengers

Passenger traffic on the China–Laos Railway has increased significantly this year, boosting tourism and...

Luang Prabang Economy Grows Despite Sharp Drop in Tourists

Luang Prabang’s economy grew 3.9 percent in the first half of 2026, even as...

New Vientiane-Udon Thani Bus Route to Launch on 9 September

Thailand has just announced the launch of a new bus route connecting Laos’ Vientiane...

Luang Prabang to Develop New Public Park

Luang Prabang authorities have signed an agreement with Dork Pherng Garden Company to develop a new public park aimed at adding more green space...

Vang Vieng Expressway Officially Opens

The Vientiane to Vang Vieng Expressway officially opened on Sunday, with operators offering toll-free travel between 21 to 23 December. The official opening ceremony, held...

Family Adventures in Southern Laos

Traveling with young children can be a wonderful experience as they are exposed to new cultures, environments, and activities. These family trips can create...

Vang Vieng Expressway will Officially Open on 20 December

Authorities have confirmed that the Vientiane to Vang Vieng Expressway will be officially open for use on 20 December. According to a notice issued by...

Vang Vieng Expressway Contractor Clarifies Delay

The contractor responsible for the Vientiane to Vang Vieng Expressway has confirmed the road will be open for use by 31 December this year. According...

Vientiane to Vang Vieng Expressway to Open End of 2020

The Vientiane to Vang Vieng expressway did not open for use yesterday, despite hopes it would launch by National Day on 2 December. Motorists flocked...