Curated by the well-known travel magazine, Wanderlust, famous tourist spots in Laos have made it on the list of best places to visit in the world in January 2023.
Laos has been selected as among the 20 best places to visit in January 2023 by Wanderlust, UK’s leading independent travel magazine. It is the top ASEAN country on the list, ranking sixth, while Vietnam was featured in the No.8 position.
“We’d certainly recommend getting to grips with the Paris-esque charms of the capital, Vientiane, and taking your sweet time in Luang Prabang. There are, after all, over 33 temples to see, seemingly endless stretches of night market stalls, and even a mountain to climb: Mount Phou Si,” says the article.
Si Phan Don, also known as the Four Thousand Islands, Khon Phapheng waterfall, and Pakse City were listed as picturesque destinations to visit along the Mekong River as well.
A foreign travel expert in Laos, Jason Rolan, suggests a few more places to add to this already enviable list.
“In January, it will also be nice to take advantage of the climate in Laos’ northern regions like Xieng Khouang, Phongsaly, and Houaphan.
“Tourists often believe that Southeast Asia is all tropical, but in these places, one can experience chilly mornings and wake up to a sea of fog. But it’s not just the weather, the natural landscapes, diverse ethnic groups, and rich histories here also make them worth exploring again and again,” he informs.
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Laos has seen an increasing number of visitors traveling to the country ever since it removed its travel restrictions in May following the Covid-19 crisis.
Laos recorded over a million tourists traveling in the country between January to September, resulting in a 39 percent rise in visitors compared to last year. A total of 644,756 international visitors are also included in the figures, primarily from Thailand and Vietnam.
Statistics have shown that the average visitor on a group tour usually stays in the country for 2.5 days and spends roughly USD 45 per day. On the other hand, people on individual trips, stay for 7.9 days on average and spend around USD 83 daily.
Tourism authorities are expecting to receive over USD 225 million in revenue from local and international tourists this year. They are also increasing their effort to revitalize tourism-related businesses and generate income to reduce poverty levels.
The Tourism Management Department of the Ministry of Information, Culture, and Tourism held a meeting on Tuesday, to discuss the current situation regarding accommodation and restaurant facilities being offered around popular tourist destinations.
The meeting saw attendance from the department’s Director General, Ms. Darany Phommavongsa, who represented Vientiane and the provinces of Vientiane, Xaysomboun, Borikhamxay, Khammuan and Savannakhet, and other interested parties.
Ms. Darany informed that various challenges must be dealt with, primarily related to immigration procedures at border crossings, transport, accommodation, and food to ensure a seamless stay for travelers.
The discussion also looked at ways tourism can be modernized and streamlined in the country, in accordance with green and sustainable development targets.
The government is hopeful of attracting 900,000 foreign visitors this year, which could generate over USD 218 million in revenue. It could also help Laos to restore its foreign currency reserves to an extent, which is vital for importing essential goods.
The Ministry of Information, Culture, and Tourism have developed the Lao Tourism Development Strategic Plan for 2021-2025, which is in line with the government’s policy of promoting the country’s natural, cultural, historical, and agricultural attractions to strengthen ‘green tourism’ and its sustainability.
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Thai Smile Airways will restart direct daily flights between Bangkok and Luang Prabang at the end of this month.
The flights to the UNESCO World Heritage Town will start on October 30, according to the Thai Smile Airways website. The airline now also offers morning and afternoon flights between Vientiane and Bangkok.
Thai Smile Airways will operate daily flights to Luang Prabang with its A320 fleet, and the flight time will be around one hour and twenty-five minutes. Round trips start at USD 205 per person.
Thai Smile Airways suspended all international flights in March 2020 during the Covid-19 outbreak and is in the process of restoring flights on all its global routes.
There has be an increase in the number of flights operating between Thailand and Luang Prabang recently as Thai AirAsia also flies daily to Luang Prabang from Dom Mueang airport, and Bangkok Airways will resume daily flights to Luang Prabang just after Thai Smile on November 1.
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Laos Touted as One of the Best Places to Visit in 2023
Curated by the well-known travel magazine, Wanderlust, famous tourist spots in Laos have made it on the list of best places to visit in the world in January 2023.
Laos has been selected as among the 20 best places to visit in January 2023 by Wanderlust, UK’s leading independent travel magazine. It is the top ASEAN country on the list, ranking sixth, while Vietnam was featured in the No.8 position.
“We’d certainly recommend getting to grips with the Paris-esque charms of the capital, Vientiane, and taking your sweet time in Luang Prabang. There are, after all, over 33 temples to see, seemingly endless stretches of night market stalls, and even a mountain to climb: Mount Phou Si,” says the article.
Si Phan Don, also known as the Four Thousand Islands, Khon Phapheng waterfall, and Pakse City were listed as picturesque destinations to visit along the Mekong River as well.
A foreign travel expert in Laos, Jason Rolan, suggests a few more places to add to this already enviable list.
“In January, it will also be nice to take advantage of the climate in Laos’ northern regions like Xieng Khouang, Phongsaly, and Houaphan.
“Tourists often believe that Southeast Asia is all tropical, but in these places, one can experience chilly mornings and wake up to a sea of fog. But it’s not just the weather, the natural landscapes, diverse ethnic groups, and rich histories here also make them worth exploring again and again,” he informs.
Source: https://laotiantimes.com/2022/10/24/laos-touted-as-one-of-the-best-places-to-visit-in-2023/
Over a Million Tourists Visit Laos This Year
Laos has seen an increasing number of visitors traveling to the country ever since it removed its travel restrictions in May following the Covid-19 crisis.
Laos recorded over a million tourists traveling in the country between January to September, resulting in a 39 percent rise in visitors compared to last year. A total of 644,756 international visitors are also included in the figures, primarily from Thailand and Vietnam.
Statistics have shown that the average visitor on a group tour usually stays in the country for 2.5 days and spends roughly USD 45 per day. On the other hand, people on individual trips, stay for 7.9 days on average and spend around USD 83 daily.
Tourism authorities are expecting to receive over USD 225 million in revenue from local and international tourists this year. They are also increasing their effort to revitalize tourism-related businesses and generate income to reduce poverty levels.
The Tourism Management Department of the Ministry of Information, Culture, and Tourism held a meeting on Tuesday, to discuss the current situation regarding accommodation and restaurant facilities being offered around popular tourist destinations.
The meeting saw attendance from the department’s Director General, Ms. Darany Phommavongsa, who represented Vientiane and the provinces of Vientiane, Xaysomboun, Borikhamxay, Khammuan and Savannakhet, and other interested parties.
Ms. Darany informed that various challenges must be dealt with, primarily related to immigration procedures at border crossings, transport, accommodation, and food to ensure a seamless stay for travelers.
The discussion also looked at ways tourism can be modernized and streamlined in the country, in accordance with green and sustainable development targets.
The government is hopeful of attracting 900,000 foreign visitors this year, which could generate over USD 218 million in revenue. It could also help Laos to restore its foreign currency reserves to an extent, which is vital for importing essential goods.
The Ministry of Information, Culture, and Tourism have developed the Lao Tourism Development Strategic Plan for 2021-2025, which is in line with the government’s policy of promoting the country’s natural, cultural, historical, and agricultural attractions to strengthen ‘green tourism’ and its sustainability.
Source: https://laotiantimes.com/2022/10/20/over-a-million-tourists-visit-laos-this-year/
Thai Smile to Resume Flights from Bangkok to Luang Prabang
Thai Smile Airways will restart direct daily flights between Bangkok and Luang Prabang at the end of this month.
The flights to the UNESCO World Heritage Town will start on October 30, according to the Thai Smile Airways website. The airline now also offers morning and afternoon flights between Vientiane and Bangkok.
Thai Smile Airways will operate daily flights to Luang Prabang with its A320 fleet, and the flight time will be around one hour and twenty-five minutes. Round trips start at USD 205 per person.
Thai Smile Airways suspended all international flights in March 2020 during the Covid-19 outbreak and is in the process of restoring flights on all its global routes.
There has be an increase in the number of flights operating between Thailand and Luang Prabang recently as Thai AirAsia also flies daily to Luang Prabang from Dom Mueang airport, and Bangkok Airways will resume daily flights to Luang Prabang just after Thai Smile on November 1.
Source: https://laotiantimes.com/2022/10/21/thai-smile-airways-to-resume-flights-from-bangkok-to-luang-prabang/