Bus 502: Local Travel in India turns Dicey
Rumors along the backpacker trail foretold of the long, intolerable Hanoi to Vientiane bus ride. We found out just how crazy this route actually was!
Ubon, Thailand border crossing
After Pii Mai Lao – Following the Laos New Year celebration, it was very hard to wake up the next morning. We had to catch a bus back to the border in order to make a quick trip through Bangkok and down to the islands. The next 30 hours were perhaps the longest...
Exploring Vang Vieng, Laos
Exploring Vang Vieng, Laos, was like uncovering a little Eden. Swimming in turquoise ponds, crawling in hushed caves and experiencing the countryside few travelers get to see.
Pii Mai Lao on the 4000 Islands, Laos
Celebrating Pii Mai Lao with the Laos locals in the 4000 Islands was an incredible experience that makes me appreciate and truly love Laos even more.
Don Det, Laos, Here We Come 4000 Islands!
Our journey to Don Det in Laos’ 4000 Islands was a long overnight haul. From Vientiane to Pakse to Don Det and onward, it was another thrilling adventure.
Vientiane, Wats, and the Laos New Year
Explore Vientiane by bike and easily see the wats and other attractions. Then spend the evening at one of the many restaurants by the MeKong River.
