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"Whenever my work gets out of hand, I just close my eyes and remember my time in Luang Prabang."
- Peter Nollenheim |
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Perhaps no other people live more in harmony with nature than those gentle souls who make Laos their home. The people here work their magic quietly, and this magic begins in quiet mornings with the offerings of hundreds of orange-robed monks and baci ceremonies te celebrate events taken for granted in more 'efficient' nations. The Land of a Million Elephants is one of the regions most enchanting places.
The New York Times listed Laos as the number one "Place to Go" in 2008, and it is easy to see why. If you were to look up "off the beaten path" in the dictionary, you would certainly find Laos listed.
The heart of Laos has always been Luang Prabang. Not the capital, this Buddhist center where you will spend your days exploring some beautiful temples and meeting crowds of gentle monks. Broad tree-lined boulevards define the capital of Vientiane, dotted with old colonial homes and old temples. Vientiane is very much in transition and restaurant and café openings are very common. Vang Vieng, Champasak and Pakse are two nice towns perfect as bases for your eco-tourism and adventure expeditions.
 The natural beauty here makes it one of the best places in the region for adventure tourism. If you are an avid hiker, birder, trekker, cyclist or canyoner, you are certain to fall in love with Laos.
Come to Laos to escape the headaches of a 24-hour world, and wander the quiet streets of Vientiane. Leave the world behind on a luxury cruise down the Mekong River. Visit ancient Wat Phou, Angkor Wat's older (and impressive) older brother. Lose yourself under the green canopies of the primordial forests.
Take a moment for yourself, relax and be Laos.
Exotissimo Travel can help you unlock the true secrets of Laos. We are working together with the Lao people to preserve their country, with particular attention to responsible and sustainable development. The tourism industry in Laos is in its infancy. Preserving the cultural heritage and environment is of the utmost importance. We are one of the most highly regarded tour operators in the country and our guides will share the beauty of this country with you.
Exotissimo Travel Laos employs 25 full time staff in the Vientiane head office and in the branch offices in Luang Prabang and Pakse. Experienced expatriate and local staff are ready to help you plan your ideal Laotian journey. Contact a Laos travel consultant today to help you put together your itinerary or make an appointment for an online chat in your own language or go to our travel planner to send us more details about your trip.
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