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OUR MONTH IN LAOS, A REVIEW

We spend almost a month in Laos, officially named Lao Peoples Democratic Republic (PDR).  We loved our time there and spend most if it in the mountainous and slightly cooler north.  I put together a tentative itinerary not long before we left Thailand.  As usual, it changed frequently as we learned and adapted to suit our […]

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Jungle Trek

JUNGLE TREKKING IN NORTHERN LAO PEOPLES’ DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC

Northern Lao, where countries collide like tectonic plates culturally subducting with names like Akha, Hmong, Yunan, Kamu, Shan, Burmese, Chin, Kachin, Karen, Mon,  Kmer and Zou.   After arriving in Houay Xai, we decided to stay the night at Daauw Home.  I wanted to stay here because all profits go to their Woman Empowerment Activities for the […]

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Life Along the Mekong

LIFE ALONG THE MEKONG

Morning mist shrouds the Mekong as we depart Luang Prabang, commencing a two day boat trip to Houey Xai (pronounced “way-say”).  We decided not to go on the $30 public boat.  They often put more than 100 people on it.  I hear the engine noise is deafening if you are unfortunate enough to be in […]

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HIT BY A PICKUP TRUCK IN LAOS!

Bicycling Can Be Dangerous to Your Health   I always strive to be honest with my readers and today is no exception.  Due to the injury to my left (and dominant) hand, it will be a slow process to write this and I will go for brevity. I left Chiang Mai, Thailand on Monday for a […]

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