Laos Tourism Soars with 285% Surge in 2023
The first nine months of this year have seen an astonishing influx of more than 2.4 million foreign tourists, a 285% increase compared to the same period last year.
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Vientiane Serves Up Exciting New Attraction
Vientiane authorities have improved services, built new visitor facilities, and added more adventurous activities at Nam Pien Yorla Pa.
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A New Tourism Campaign to be Launched to Attract More Visitors
The Visit Laos Year 2024 tourism promotion campaign is scheduled to be officially launched in November.
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Discover the Fascinating History and Legends of Nongkhamsaen Temple
Nongkhamsaen temple is drawing an increasing number of visitors, who are hoping that their visit will bring them good luck.
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Heritage Line Debuts Upper Mekong Voyage on the New ‘Anouvong’
Heritage Line’s newest river cruise boat, Anouvong, is now sailing the upper Mekong River in Laos.
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Laos Aims to Attract 4.6M Tourists Next Year
The Lao government is preparing for Visit Laos Year 2024 and expects to attract at least 4.6 million visitors next year.
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Laos Tourism Industry Soars with over 200% Increase in Tourist Arrivals
The country welcomed over 200% more foreign visitors in the first four months of 2023.
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That Dam: A Mysterious Landmark in the Heart of the City
This mysterious tower is said to enshrine a dormant seven-headed serpent that once protected Vientiane from destruction.
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Meuang Feuang Dubbed as the “Guilin of Laos”
Meuang Feuang is blessed with beautiful scenery full of natural charm and is considered to be a popular tourist destination nowadays.
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Laos’ Tourism-Driven Economic Recovery Hinges on China
Expert saw economic recovery through tourism but afraid of the risk of being too reliant on its northern neighbor.
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Laos is in Google’s Top 10 Most Searched Travel Destinations
Laos was listed among 10 other countries that is most frequently targeted travel destination.
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Saravan Eyes Upgrade of Phouphasouk Park to Entice Visitors
Saravan provincial authorities have given the green light for the construction of visitor facilities at Phouphasouk Park
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Khammuan Authorities Declare Hin Nam No a National Park
Khammuan authorities have officially declared the Hin Nam No National Protection Area (Karst mountains) a national park.
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Visit Laos Year 2023-2024 Materials are Ready for Rollout
Welcoming materials for Visit Laos is on rollout to boost tourism.
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Prime Minister Urges Rail Operator to Improve Services
Lao Prime Minister urge the rail operator to improve its services to give passenger a better experience.
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Laos Hopes That Business Will be Booming Again Soon
The country is looking forward for the boom of the businesses as more tourists starts to enter.
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Lao Airlines to Operate Flights From Pakse to China Starting Mid-2023
Lao Airlines announced that they open direct flights going to China mid this year.
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Laos’ Tourists Haven Feuang District Near Vientiane Expects Over 100,000 Tourists in 2023
After seeing over 45,000 tourists since the country reopened its borders in May last year, the Feuang district’s governor expects more.
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Jeju Air to Expand Flights to Laos and Vietnam
Jeju Air Co., the Republic of Korea’s biggest low-cost carrier will expand flights to Laos and Vietnam in April after three years of their suspension due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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After 3-year Hiatus, The Lao Elephant Festival is to be Held in February
After 3-year Hiatus, The Lao Elephant Festival is to be Held in February
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More Than 1,200 People Cross Laos-China Border In 2 Days
China has eased Covid-19 control measures after almost three years of travel restrictions
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Laos Allows Entry Of Travellers Without Covid-19 ATK Test
The issuing of the notification was attributed to many reasons, such as the unfolding situation of Covid-19 in Laos and neighbouring countries, as well as globally
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Thailand Looking To Benefit From Spill Over Of Laos China Rail Link
The Association of Thai Travel Agents (Atta) believes that about 3 million Chinese tourists may use the almost 423 km long electrified railway that runs between the Lao capital of Vientiane and Boten town in northern Laos bordering China.
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Travel Magazine Cites Laos As One Of Top Places To Visit
Laos was listed behind Norway, Malé, Los Angeles, Slovenia and Barbados, which all got special mention at www.wanderlust.co.uk.
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Laos-China Railway To Operate Normal-Speed Train Soon
The Laos-China Railway plans to begin operating ordinary train service to ease the rising demand for train travel, especially at the weekend.
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Entry-Exit Rules Explained As Full Reopening Begins On Monday
The government has dropped six entry requirements that were previously imposed to contain the spread of Covid-19, with Laos fully opening up to travellers on Monday.
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PM’s Office Approves Resumption Of Tourism On January 1
The Prime Minister’s Office on Wednesday officially set January 1 as the start of the resumption of tourism in Laos and approved an action plan on the designation of green travel zones where tourists will be protected against Covid-19.
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Govt Prepares For Return Of Tourists
The government is preparing to reopen Laos to visitors, with plans to initially resume tourism activities in selected areas of the country
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Land, Air Travel Suspended To Comply With Covid Restrictions
Passengers on public transport, whether wanting to travel by road or air from or to Vientiane, will have to wait another 11 days after city authorities announced a lockdown on Sunday.
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