Tag: “Laos”

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  1. La Folie Lodge's bungalows

    A spacious room and bathroom, air conditioning, ceiling fan, and balcony overlooking the Mekong - all in a hotel that is on an island that just got hooked up to the electrical grid - amazing!

  2. La Folie's pool and restaurant.

    La Folie's pool is great for a dip after a steamy bicycle ride around the island. The restaurant and bar is the only one on the island, but the French and Laos food should keep you interested for a couple of days.

  3. Fast and Furious

    The Mekong River overflows with testosterone and paddles in September as villages compete for bragging rights on the Mekong near Vientiane, Laos.

  4. Elephant Bar La Folie Lodge

    La Folie Lodge on tiny Don Daeng island in the middle of the Mekong River is the perfect base to explore the ancient Khmer ruins of Wat Phou. It is the sole hotel on an island that only got electricity a few months ago, but has all the comforts one requires.

  5. Luang Prabang

    Luang Prabang is a sleepy town in north-central Laos perched on the confluence of the Mekong and Khan rivers. It is the most popular place to go in Laos due to its charming slow pace of life and the dozens of beautiful temples.

  6. Wat Phou

    Wat Phou is the most important Khmer archaeological site in Laos and a must see for temples fanatics. It lies at the base of a mountain in southern Laos, near Champasak.

  7. La Folie Lodge

    La Folie Lodge on tiny Don Daeng island in the middle of the Mekong River is the perfect base to explore the ancient Khmer ruins of Wat Phou. It is the sole hotel on an island that only got electricity a few months ago, but has all the comforts one requires.

  8. Tubing in Vang Viang

    Tubing in Vang Viang is one of the most popular activities for backpackers in Laos. The rules are simple.

  9. Slow Boat, Take It Easy

    Sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride. And never get on a boat that requires you to wear a helmet.

  10. That Luang Festival

    Sometime described as the Vatican of Laos, That Luang is the holy place. The yearly festival held in its honour certainly is worth a detour!