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Vat Phou Featured on National Geographic as Hidden Gem in Southeast Asia

Vat Phou, an ancient temple in Laos’ Champasack Province, has been featured in a National Geographic Travel article as a hidden gem for travelers seeking serenity, history, and beauty without the crowds.  This UNESCO-listed site was praised for its “striking resemblance to Cambodia’s Angkor Wat” but with a quieter, more...

ASEAN Rail Tourism Corridor Takes Center Stage at Mekong Tourism Forum 2025

Laos hosted the Mekong Tourism Forum 2025 in Luang Prabang from 24 to 27...

Heritage Stupa in Savannakhet Restoration Enters Second Phase

Ing Hang Stupa, a religious monument and national heritage site in Savannakhet Province, is...

Laos Among Highest for US Tourist Visa Overstays, But Lowest for Student Compliance

Laos is among the top countries with the highest overstay rates for The United...

Laos Sees 1.2 Million Tourist Arrivals in Q1 2025, Up 28 Percent from Previous Year

Laos welcomed over 1.2 million tourists in the first quarter of 2025, marking a...

Lao Airlines to Start Additional Flight to China

Lao Airlines announced on Tuesday that the flag carrier will resume flights from Vientiane to China's Guangzhou province by next month. Lao Airlines announced on...

Laos Sets Public Holiday Substitution Days for New Year Celebrations

The government of Laos has approved two additional off days as holiday substitutions following the Lao New Year festival or Pi Mai celebration in...

Pakse to Build Walking Streets, Night Markets to Attract Visitors

The city of Pakse will construct new walking streets and night markets in the town center by mid-2023 to attract more domestic and international...

Could Luang Prabang Be at Risk of Overtourism?

Brought to its knees during the Covid-19 pandemic, Luang Prabang is now facing the opposite problem as swarms of tourists descend upon the city,...

China’s Flying Vehicle Manufacturer Targets ASEAN as Main Market

China's EHang Holdings, a global leader in the development of flying cars, eyes Southeast Asia's tourism sector as a significant opportunity for air mobility...

Laos Offers Visa-Free Entry to Tourists from 16 Countries

If you're planning a trip to Laos, it's important to check the visa requirements before you go. Some visitors may be pleased to learn...