Destinations
Laos
Landlocked, laid-back and still wonderfully off the trail, Laos moves at the pace of the Mekong. Saffron-robed monks, French-colonial streets and golden stupas reward travellers who slow right down.
Best Time to Visit
November to February — dry and cooler. March–April gets hot and hazy from farm burning.
What to Expect
- Language
- Lao (English limited)
- Currency
- Lao kip (LAK); USD & Thai baht often accepted
- Cards & ATMs
- Cash is king; ATMs in towns, low withdrawal limits
- Plugs
- Types A/B/C/E/F, 230V
- Getting Around
- Sleeper buses, the new China–Laos railway, tuk-tuks
- Safety
- Very safe; main risks are road accidents and river tubing
Stories in Laos
