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Situated on the banks of the Mekong river, Vientiane the capital of Laos is often overlooked by visitors in favor of more popular destinations such as Luang Prabang for outdoor activities, Luang ...

A cross-border tourist train service from the Chinese capital Beijing to Lao capital Vientiane started running on Monday. The train departs from Beijing Fengtai Railway Station and travels along the ...

Just a 45-minute drive across the First Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge and with a linguistic resemblance to the Isan dialect, Vientiane is one of the most welcoming destinations for Thais seeking a ...

The State Railway of Thailand announced it would launch a trial train service connecting Bangkok with Laos' capital Vientiane from next month to boost tourism connectivity. The launch of the ...

Whether you’re chasing beaches or city buzz, getting from Laos to Pattaya is easier than you think. From budget-friendly buses to quick flights, there’s an option for every traveler’s style and budget ...

Get Travel Insider with Simon Calder. A newsletter packed with tips, deals, inspiration, and the latest travel news Get the Travel Insider newsletter with Simon Calder In many ways, Vientiane is the ...

A torn black and white picture of a beautiful Buddhist stupa is itself photographed next to the actual building, in all its golden finery. Two images of the same structure taken half a century apart.