Contrast of Vientiane, A Tropical Morning and the Taste of Authenticity My second morning in Laos arrived. Perhaps because my itinerary was so packed, it already felt as though I
An Impromptu Stop at Patuxai When we first entered the massage spa, the sun was still shining brightly. By the time we emerged, deeply relaxed from the gentle Lao massage,
Samakee Mart: A New Wave of Local Retail In Vientiane, the capital of Laos, the retail landscape is a fascinating blend. While traditional local markets still thrive, the city is
The First Night in Vientiane The taxi came to a halt in front of the hotel entrance.As it was nearing midnight local time, the surroundings seemed quiet and deserted. When
A Trip to Vientiane, Laos – May 2023 Back in 2019, when COVID-19 was in full swing, I felt hopeless, wondering when this era would ever end. Day after day,
