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Luang Prabang Heritage Preservation an Art

November 16, 2009 by Kayti Denham

Old-styled timber front shop houses. - Photo by Bella Hill

The city of Luang Prabang is facing a big challenge - having survived colonisation and communism, can it survive tourism?

Luang Prabang sits in the northern, mountainous region of the only landlocked country in Southeast Asia, Laos. Situated on a peninsula at a confluence of the mighty Mekong River and the Nam Khan, this small yet culturally rich city has become a magnet for visitors seeking tranquillity.

Ethnik Fashion Show

October 29, 2009 by Kopnoi

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More than 49 different ethnic groups can be found living in Laos. Most of these groups continue to dress in traditional costumes passed down by their ancestors.

To showcase these colorful creations, Kopnoi, Made in Laos, is presenting a series of live Ethnic Fashion Shows in Luang Prabang, an enchanting historical city nestled between the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers. It is the former royal capital of Laos and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

NEW “War Memorial Trail” discovered in Laos

August 17, 2009 by Tiger Trail

For those who like would to learn more about the history of Laos, about America’s involvement in the secret war in Laos and see first hand unexploded bombs and craters. This is a half-day trek amongst nature in the forests. It is and interlectual and educational hiking trip only thirty minutes outside Luang Prabang.

Pregnant Briton Samantha Orobator given life sentence in Laos

July 17, 2009 by Nico Hines and Anne Barrowclough

A pregnant British woman was sentenced to life in prison for heroin trafficking by a court in Laos today. A panel of judges found Samantha Orobator, 20, guilty of trafficking 680g (1.5lb) of heroin last August, when she was caught trying to board a plane to Thailand.

A British Embassy diplomat who attended the trial said: “We are now seeking access to Samantha so we can discuss what we can do next.”

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Crime

Vientiane for the body and mind

April 29, 2008 by Marian Reid

I had forgotten to stop and reflect on my body and mind – the healthy routine I had back in Australia had been left somewhere back in my old life, probably in storage with the rest of my things.

I was in need of a detox, my muddled mind in need of some calm reflection.

Luckily for me, Vientiane has its fair share of 'cleansing' havens; this rambling city has almost everything you need and without the crowds.

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Health

ExpatWomen Confession: Retiring Abroad

March 24, 2008 by

Retiring overseas is an exciting lifestyle for some. Making sure that it's the right choice for you depends on various factors. For example: how easy is it to adjust in the country that you're planning to move to and/or how good is the support system (medical, friends, contacts etc.).

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Other

Le wedding de Kak...

March 13, 2008 by Nik Madski

It started with the seasonal flight from Phnom Penh to Pakse where we (my wife and I) found out quickly that Lao Airlines has great service but older than dirt airplanes. A quick turn of the propeller later we were going through customs at Pakse International Airport. Of course we did not bring proper photography so my half Lao wife (Junlah) turned up the charm with words in Lao that I could not decipher.

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Other

Digging In

February 26, 2008 by Charles Usher

Vieng Xai is approximately 30 km from the Vietnamese border, 150 km from Hanoi. The town is home to 33,000 people and a great market where you can get a bowl of pho for 5,000 kip. The town is surrounded by green hills and limestone cliffs that house hundreds of caves. Inside these is where the modern political history of Laos began.

Combining proximity to a valuable political ally, a sympathetic local population, and a nearly impregnable defensive position, the Pathet Lao chose Vieng Xai to serve as their headquarters during their resistance against the U.S.

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Travel

Laos Airlines orders ATR 72-500

February 25, 2008 by Asia Travel Tips

The Laos flag carrier, Lao Airlines, has ordered a new ATR 72-500. This aircraft is the first '-500 series' ATR for the airline, which already operates two ATR 72-200.

This new 70-seat ATR will be equipped with the "Elegance" cabin, new PW 127M engines and Light Emitting Diode (LED). The aircraft will be also equipped with state-of-the-art technological innovations in passenger comfort, communications and navigation aid tools. The aircraft will be delivered in 2009.

International SOS appoints New General Manager

February 22, 2008 by Asia Travel Tips

International SOS has appointed Mr. Lee Boon Huat as Regional General Manager, South and South East Region.

Based in Singapore, Boon Huat is responsible for business development and marketing management, as well as quality service and operating excellence of the nine markets in his region. The region includes 12 offices, five clinics and eight alarm centres.

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