Category Archives: Laos
Reminiscing about Laos, Development
Sitting in a hotel room in Beijing, with a view of construction cranes, concrete slabs that are apartment complexes, and as I try to make out the mountains in the background through the haze of pollution, I think back to … Continue reading
Luang Prabhang continued
(Written on July 5th, 2006) Airports in Laos can prove to be venues for really unique observations and experiences. Firstly, you have to go through passport control, even for domestic flights. The weighing scales when you check in, are old … Continue reading
People in lao
People in Lao are genuinely friendly. I’ve made really good friends at the travel agency a friend recommended to me, and they’ve helped me out and have gone way beyond the call of duty. From providing me with USD to … Continue reading
A long way to get to a better life
Just finished a dosa and chicken curry at a tamilian restaurant in Vientiane, run by a guy from Karaikal. He’s been here for about thirty odd years! Also met a couple of tamils from Malaysia and south TN. Apparently, according … Continue reading