On 18 November the Festival France-Laos 2022 will open its doors for a series of ten exceptional events honoring the richness of cultural creation and the precious nature of intercultural dialogue.
For this first edition, the choice made is that of effervescence. Classical music, pop rock, world music, cinema, puppet show, theater, visual arts, and all artistic disciplines mingle and meet.test
The same goes for the artists: internationally renowned pianists Maxime Zecchini and David Bismuth will share the stage with the Vientiane Chamber Orchestra, the young singer Sun will respond to the words of Blackeyes and NU innovation, the students of the National Institute of Fine Arts will pay tribute to Marc Leguay and Thiane Khamvongsa to the inevitable Molière.
Just like the work of the famous French comedian and dramaturge, born 400 years ago, who saw in theater and comedy a path to education for all, the Festival France-Laos is also a place of discovery, learning, encounters, and inspiration that enables artists to share their worldview with their spectators.
Under Tô’s gaze, the baskets of sticky rice will become the central characters of the new adventures of Khaô Niew’s puppets. Bruno le Matelot will portray the details of his daily life in Laos with colors and imagination. The director Kiyé Simon Luang will rediscover the path of his roots through his cinematographic work and will present for the first time in Laos his film Good Bye Mr Wong.
Schedule of the France-Laos Festival
The Festival France-Laos 2022 will close this first year of festival by celebrating the exemplary cooperation between the Lao Fashion Week, the famous French fashion school ESMOD and the French Embassy in Laos which allows each year several young Laotian designers to benefit from a training program of excellence in France.
Because, whether you are an actor or a spectator, creation is not only a synonym of art and culture. It is also about personal and professional development, new economic opportunities, and strong values such as education for all, sustainable development and gender equality, all in line with the official objectives of the Laos government.
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After selecting Laos as one of the 25 most breathtaking places one should visit in 2023, the popular magazine has curated a new list that features the country once again.
Slow travel is a more mindful way of traveling that enables one to immerse themselves in the culture of a place, its food, its music, and its people and make memories instead of just ticking off items from one’s bucket list.
And Laos is the first destination that is highlighted for its “community-led conservation efforts; groundbreaking work in ecotourism, sustainability, and inclusive travel; and meaningful ways for travelers to give back”.
Subtitled, Board a new train that makes the country’s wonders more accessible, the article highlights how the many wonders of the country are much more accessible now thanks to the high-speed electric trains of the Laos-China Railway.
It says, “The Southeast Asian country known for its emerald-green vistas of the Upper Mekong River got a boost in domestic travel with the December 2021 inauguration of a Chinese-financed and -constructed bullet train christened the Lane Xang, an ancient Laotian name meaning Kingdom of a Million Elephants. The train’s route features a 260-mile segment within Laos, starting at the border town of Boten and running through 75 tunnels and across 167 bridges, before terminating in the capital, Vientiane.
“The train’s promise? To expand tourism among the Lao themselves, who can now more easily explore their country’s multifaceted heritage, including the old imperial capital, Luang Prabang, a UNESCO World Heritage site.”
Like last time, Laos is the only Asian country to feature in this esteemed list that encourages people to travel in a way that is kinder to the environment while also seeking out moments of escape, self-reflection and relaxation.
https://www.tourismlaos.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Pak-Beng-Laos-696x364-1.jpg364696Sylivanla Vongphachanhhttps://www.tourismlaos.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Lao-Simply-Beautiful-.webpSylivanla Vongphachanh2022-11-10 10:00:152022-11-10 10:00:20Laos is One of National Geographic’s Top Five Spots for Slow Travel
Hotels and restaurants in Laos have upgraded their standards to provide an even better service for tourists during high season, says an industry representative.
“We are ready to welcome and serve tourists who plan to visit Laos during this high season,” said the Lao Hotel and Restaurant Association President, Mr. Pakasith Chanthapanya ahead of the upcoming That Luang festival.
Laos has been recently seeing an uptick of tourists pouring in from around the world following the government’s order to reopen the country in May 2022, after two years of living under international Covid-19 restriction policies.
Mr. Pakasith informed that many hotels and restaurants utilized the pandemic period to train their staff and improve service quality to prepare for the return of tourists once the restrictions were lifted. He also urged other businesses in the hospitality industry to follow suit as they form the backbone of the Lao Tourism industry.
He added, “Now that the situation concerning Covid-19 has improved, we are starting to see international tourists traveling again. Laos is one of the top destinations for tourists.” Laos has also made it to travel lists curated by prestigious magazines like National Geographicand Wanderlust.
According to the Ministry of Information, Culture, and Tourism, the number of foreign tourists visiting Laos grew from nearly 36,000 in May to almost 172,000 in June, bringing the total to roughly 212,000 in the first half of this year. They also estimated that approximately one million visitors would visit Laos in 2022. So far, more than half the tourists visiting Laos have been from Thailand, 30 percent from Vietnam, and 10 percent from other countries.
Mr. Pakasith said that travelling on the high-speed Laos-China railway would remain a primary attraction for visitors from neighboring countries, particularly Thailand. He was also positive that once China eases its international travel rules, Laos can expect to welcome numerous Chinese tourists, which will benefit local hotels and restaurants.
Lastly, he voiced his belief that Lao business owners, with their extensive knowledge and skilled workforce, will provide excellent service to foreign tourists.
“Generally, Lao people are kind and generous; this is the strength of our service sector and makes tourists feel at home,” he said.
https://www.tourismlaos.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/ຫລວງພະບາງ.ຕາກວາງຊີ2.jpeg1024768Sylivanla Vongphachanhhttps://www.tourismlaos.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Lao-Simply-Beautiful-.webpSylivanla Vongphachanh2022-11-09 13:34:082022-11-09 13:43:19Lao Hotels, Restaurants Are All Set to Welcome Tourists in the High Season
A 10-day Festival to Celebrate Cultural Dialogue Between France, Laos
On 18 November the Festival France-Laos 2022 will open its doors for a series of ten exceptional events honoring the richness of cultural creation and the precious nature of intercultural dialogue.
For this first edition, the choice made is that of effervescence. Classical music, pop rock, world music, cinema, puppet show, theater, visual arts, and all artistic disciplines mingle and meet.test
The same goes for the artists: internationally renowned pianists Maxime Zecchini and David Bismuth will share the stage with the Vientiane Chamber Orchestra, the young singer Sun will respond to the words of Blackeyes and NU innovation, the students of the National Institute of Fine Arts will pay tribute to Marc Leguay and Thiane Khamvongsa to the inevitable Molière.
Just like the work of the famous French comedian and dramaturge, born 400 years ago, who saw in theater and comedy a path to education for all, the Festival France-Laos is also a place of discovery, learning, encounters, and inspiration that enables artists to share their worldview with their spectators.
Under Tô’s gaze, the baskets of sticky rice will become the central characters of the new adventures of Khaô Niew’s puppets. Bruno le Matelot will portray the details of his daily life in Laos with colors and imagination. The director Kiyé Simon Luang will rediscover the path of his roots through his cinematographic work and will present for the first time in Laos his film Good Bye Mr Wong.
The Festival France-Laos 2022 will close this first year of festival by celebrating the exemplary cooperation between the Lao Fashion Week, the famous French fashion school ESMOD and the French Embassy in Laos which allows each year several young Laotian designers to benefit from a training program of excellence in France.
Because, whether you are an actor or a spectator, creation is not only a synonym of art and culture. It is also about personal and professional development, new economic opportunities, and strong values such as education for all, sustainable development and gender equality, all in line with the official objectives of the Laos government.
Source: https://laotiantimes.com/2022/11/11/a-10-day-festival-to-celebrate-the-cultural-dialogue-between-france-laos/
Laos is One of National Geographic’s Top Five Spots for Slow Travel
After selecting Laos as one of the 25 most breathtaking places one should visit in 2023, the popular magazine has curated a new list that features the country once again.
Slow travel is a more mindful way of traveling that enables one to immerse themselves in the culture of a place, its food, its music, and its people and make memories instead of just ticking off items from one’s bucket list.
And Laos is the first destination that is highlighted for its “community-led conservation efforts; groundbreaking work in ecotourism, sustainability, and inclusive travel; and meaningful ways for travelers to give back”.
Subtitled, Board a new train that makes the country’s wonders more accessible, the article highlights how the many wonders of the country are much more accessible now thanks to the high-speed electric trains of the Laos-China Railway.
It says, “The Southeast Asian country known for its emerald-green vistas of the Upper Mekong River got a boost in domestic travel with the December 2021 inauguration of a Chinese-financed and -constructed bullet train christened the Lane Xang, an ancient Laotian name meaning Kingdom of a Million Elephants. The train’s route features a 260-mile segment within Laos, starting at the border town of Boten and running through 75 tunnels and across 167 bridges, before terminating in the capital, Vientiane.
“The train’s promise? To expand tourism among the Lao themselves, who can now more easily explore their country’s multifaceted heritage, including the old imperial capital, Luang Prabang, a UNESCO World Heritage site.”
Like last time, Laos is the only Asian country to feature in this esteemed list that encourages people to travel in a way that is kinder to the environment while also seeking out moments of escape, self-reflection and relaxation.
Source: https://laotiantimes.com/2022/11/09/laos-is-one-of-national-geographics-top-five-spots-for-slow-travel/
Lao Hotels, Restaurants Are All Set to Welcome Tourists in the High Season
Hotels and restaurants in Laos have upgraded their standards to provide an even better service for tourists during high season, says an industry representative.
“We are ready to welcome and serve tourists who plan to visit Laos during this high season,” said the Lao Hotel and Restaurant Association President, Mr. Pakasith Chanthapanya ahead of the upcoming That Luang festival.
Laos has been recently seeing an uptick of tourists pouring in from around the world following the government’s order to reopen the country in May 2022, after two years of living under international Covid-19 restriction policies.
Mr. Pakasith informed that many hotels and restaurants utilized the pandemic period to train their staff and improve service quality to prepare for the return of tourists once the restrictions were lifted. He also urged other businesses in the hospitality industry to follow suit as they form the backbone of the Lao Tourism industry.
He added, “Now that the situation concerning Covid-19 has improved, we are starting to see international tourists traveling again. Laos is one of the top destinations for tourists.” Laos has also made it to travel lists curated by prestigious magazines like National Geographic and Wanderlust.
According to the Ministry of Information, Culture, and Tourism, the number of foreign tourists visiting Laos grew from nearly 36,000 in May to almost 172,000 in June, bringing the total to roughly 212,000 in the first half of this year. They also estimated that approximately one million visitors would visit Laos in 2022. So far, more than half the tourists visiting Laos have been from Thailand, 30 percent from Vietnam, and 10 percent from other countries.
Mr. Pakasith said that travelling on the high-speed Laos-China railway would remain a primary attraction for visitors from neighboring countries, particularly Thailand. He was also positive that once China eases its international travel rules, Laos can expect to welcome numerous Chinese tourists, which will benefit local hotels and restaurants.
Lastly, he voiced his belief that Lao business owners, with their extensive knowledge and skilled workforce, will provide excellent service to foreign tourists.
“Generally, Lao people are kind and generous; this is the strength of our service sector and makes tourists feel at home,” he said.
Source: https://laotiantimes.com/2022/11/04/lao-hotels-restaurants-are-all-set-to-welcome-tourists-in-the-high-season/