What are the most exciting places to see in Laos as a tourist?

Beautiful Laos is one of the prettiest countries in Southeast Asia but also one of the least visited. This is a real shame as Laos has just as much to offer travelers as other big-hitter countries like Thailand or Vietnam. read more

One of the most charming cities in south-east Asia, Luang Prabang is the most popular tourist attraction in Laos. Until 1975, when the communist took over the country, it was the royal capital of Laos. The main part of Luang Prabang is located on a peninsula between the Nam Khan and Mekong rivers. read more

Laos is many things and many good things but exciting isn't a word I would use to describe it. Laos is like a more rural, less developed, less touristy version of Thailand. It is distinct in its own right and is a very pleasant place to spend some time enjoying the laid back lifestyle of rural SE Asia. read more

The Plain of Jars is considered the most distinctive and enigmatic of all Laos attractions. The large area around Phonsavan, the main city of Xieng Khouang Province is dotted with stone jars but no one has a clear idea as to why they are there. read more