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Luang Prabang, Vang Vieng Ranked in Asia’s Top 8 by Times of India

Luang Prabang and Vangvieng are among Asia’s top eight destinations for solo backpackers in 2025, according to The Times of India, one of the country’s leading English-language publications. In a social media story, the publication described Laos as “slower-paced than its neighbors” and “more offbeat,” positioning it as an ideal...

Vietnam Airlines, Vietjet Ban Use of Power Banks In-Flight Due to Safety Risks

Vietnam Airlines and Vietjet Air have jointly announced a ban on the use of...

Vientiane Prepares for BRT Launch with New Parking Rules

Vientiane authorities implemented new no-parking regulations along sections of the capital’s Bus Rapid Transit...

Laos to Launch Digital Immigration System for Foreign Travelers Starting 1 September

Beginning 1 September, Laos will launch a trial version of its new Digital Arrival...

Vientiane Province Wins Big at Luang Prabang Traditional Boat Festival

Luang Prabang celebrated its annual Boat Racing Festival on 23 August along the Nam...

Lao Airlines to Operate Extra Flight to Pakse Every Sunday

Starting 15 January, Lao Airlines has added an extra flight on the Vientiane-Pakse route that will operate every Sunday morning. Owing to the peak tourist...

Thailand to Introduce THB 300 Entry Fee For Foreign Visitors

This 'land-entry fee' is expected to be levied on all international travelers entering the country June onwards.  A government official said on Thursday, that under...

Xayaboury’s Elephant Festival to be Held in February

Xayaboury Province will hold its annual Elephant Festival next month after being suspended for three years owing to the Covid-19 outbreak in the country....

Laos Among Weakest Passports in New Global Ranking

Laos has been ranked 93rd on a list of the world's most powerful passports, up slightly from last year's ranking.  According to the Henley Passport...

Laos Sees More than 1,000 People Cross at Chinese Border

Laos has recorded over 1,000 people entering and exiting via the Boten International Border checkpoint in Luang Namtha Province since China authorized the reopening...

Vietnam PM Calls For Changes in Visa Policy to Ease Entry of Foreign Tourists

Vietnam Prime Minister Mr. Pham Minh Chinh directed relevant authorities on Monday to revise the country's current visa policy to facilitate the entry of...