The Popular of Laos Cultural & History Tour

What is The Popular of Laos Cultural & History Tour? That's LUANG PRABANG of Laos. is a city located in north central Laos, where the Nam Khan river meets the Mekong River about 425 kilometers (264 mi) north of Vientiane. It is the capital of Luang Prabang Province. The current population of the city is about 103,000.

The city was formerly the capital of a kingdom of the same name. Until the communist takeover in 1975, it was the royal capital and seat of government of the Kingdom of Laos. The city is also notable as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The main part of the city consists of four main roads located on a peninsula between the Nam Khan and Mekong rivers. The city is well known for its numerous Buddhist temples and monasteries. Every morning, hundreds of monks from the various monasteries walk through the streets collecting alms. One of the major landmarks in the city is a large steep hill on which sits Wat Chom Si.

The Popular of Laos Cultural & History Tour, The Wonder OF LUANG PRABANG:

Be prepared to blown away by the array of temples, the culture and the relaxed pace of life in Luang Prabang! The beautiful city located on the confluence of the Nam Ou and the Mekong River and is made up of distinctive colonial architecture and dazzling temples. Saffron clad monks replace vehicles in this timeless, atmospheric city, as they often scurry the small streets. A trip up to the top of Mount Phousi, a hill in the centre is the best place to start our sightseeing tour, offering astonishing views over Luang Prabang at sunset.

Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to hotel. Luang Prabang has been claimed by the UNESCO to be ‘the best preserved city in South East Asia’. During our time here, we visit the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun and the shrine of Wat Aham, Wat Mai, we then climb up to the top of mount Phousi for an enjoyable exploration of the sacred, gilded stupa as well as a panoramic view of the city at sunset and the Mekong River. From there, we explore the Night Market, where you can find a lovely selection of handmade textile made by local and hilltribe people surrounding Luang Prabang. Overnight in Luang Prabang...

Today, we enjoy a short-guided tour seeing the city’s oldest temple of Wat Sene and the magnificent Wat Xiengthong with its roofs sweeping low to the ground, which represents classical Laotian architecture. We then embark on a cruise upstream on the Mekong River, which also gives us a breathtaking view of the tranquil countryside as well as explore the mysterious Pak Ou Caves, two linked caves crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes left by pilgrims. Along the way, we stop at the village of Ban Xanghai, where they make the local rice wine. On return, we take a short drive to Ban Phanom, a small village known for its hand weaving. Overnight in Luang Prabang...

An optional early start gives you the fantastic opportunity to participate in the daily morning rituals of saffron-clad monks collecting offerings of Alms (ubiquitous sticky rice) from the faithful residents. This tradition is very unique in Laos, being the only Buddhist nation still preserving the procession. From there you will visit the morning Phosi Market, where you will see such diverse offerings as dried buffalo skin, local tea and saltpeter among the chickens, vegetables and hill-tribe weavings. Laos is also known for its traditional crafts, and today you will visit local villages of Lao ethnic minority groups at Ban Ouay, Hmong Village, Ban Ou, Laoloum Village and Ban Thapene, Khmu Village, then drive to the beautiful Khouangsi Waterfall where you can cool off with a refreshing swim in the turqoise pools or walk along the forest trails. After returning to Luang Prabang by late afternoon, we continue to Ban Xangkhong, a village well known for its silk weavings and for its Saa (jute) Papermaking. We return to the city by late evening to observe the sunset at Wat Siphouthabath. Overnight in Luang Prabang...

After breakfast, we visit The National Museum (close Tuesday) at the former Royal Palace, which displays a lovely collection of the artefacts reflecting the richness of Lao culture dating from the days of the early kings right through to the last sovereign. Also the Central Market is not to be missed. After visiting these sights in the morning, you have free time to explore the town and stroll around the shopping area. The tour ends after your transfer to the airport for departure..


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Top Five Popular Adventure Tour in Laos

Top Five Popular Adventure Tour in Laos includes: Ban Nam Yang tour, Nam Ha Multi Sport tour, Half day Asia elephant ride tour, Full day Asia elephant ride tour, and Ban Sida tour...

Ban Nam Yang tour:

This one-day tour into the Nam Ha NPA winds through forest and upland fields. This tour has broad open vistas of the area. Along the way you will see villagers collecting forest products, tending livestock or working their upland fields. Before returning to the valley, we visit an Ahka village at the highest point. If there’s time, the tour also includes a stop at That Poum Pouk, Luang Namtha’s most ancient and newest stupa. The earlier the Ban Nam Yang Tour starts the more that you will be able to see and do along the way. This 1-day trek follows the old French road to Muang Sing and is a long, but not challenging, day trip of 6 – 7 hours. You will walk along the road, which is really more a track up to the Akha village of Nam Yang where you will have a chance to learn a bit about the life of the Akha in the hill before returning the same way to the Black Tai village of Nam Ngaen. If there is time, your group will have the chance to visit Luang Namtha’s newest and most ancient Stupa – That Poum Pouk.

Nam Ha Multi Sport tour:

The first day of trekking takes you through 2 Lanten Villages and a Khmu Village. Ban Nalan Tai, a Khmu village, and Ban Nam Goy, a Lanten village, can only be accessed by foot or by boat. This trail climbs a ridge bordering the Nam Ha River and goes through forested areas bordering the Nam Ha Protected Area. Overnight in the village lodge of Ban Nam Goy. On this trip you will learn about the upland agricultural practices, the uses of the forest and you’ll enjoy the hospitality and food of the Lanten. The first day is a day of trekking through forest and the second you spend kayaking down the lower part of the Nam Ha River through the Nam Ha National Protected Area. You will be paddling exciting but manageable 2 to 3 grade rapids. During low water the river becomes quite rocky making kayaking difficult. The trek starts in the village of Ban Namleu, a Lanten village. The trail ascends from Ban Nam Leu to the ridgeline. Along the trail you will pass through forest in various stages of regeneration as well as some upland fields. You will meet local villagers along the trail coming from or going to market. Descend from the ridge down to the village of Ban Nalan Tail on the banks of the Nam Ha. Walk around the village and rest awhile before continuing on to Ban Nam Goy. The villagers of Ban Nam Goy will be your hosts for the night. The villagers of Ban Nam Goy will be your hosts for the night. Your village host will prepare you evening meal and join for a chat before retiring in the village lodge of the night.(L, D).. The next day, the river features a number of swift rapids before arriving at the confluence of the Nam Ha and Nam Tha Rivers. Monkeys are often heard and sometimes seen on this stretch of river. But you’ll have to be quiet so you don’t scare them off. Reaching the Namtha River turn down stream and continue on down to the pick-up point in a Khmu village. A pick-up will return you to Luang Namtha.(B, L)

Half day Asia elephant ride tour:

This half day elephant tour to Nam Khan to enjoy the elephant ride to see sightseeing in mountainous area in Laos. Enjoy splendid scenery and swim in a clear pool of nature Tadsae waterfall with visiting Khmu Hill tribe Village, exploring the most unspoiled nature, riding on a lovely Asia preservation elephant through a forest path, splendid scenery along Nam Khan river is perfect place to experience, exploring the Herri Mohot, retrace a foot-step of French explorer who first discover the Angkor Wat to today world, experience the elephant trek with local boat visiting local villages surrounding Luang Prabang is unforgettable.

Full day Asia elephant ride tour:

This is full day tour exploring the most unspoiled nature with Asia preservation elephant ride, Full Itinerary: Together with your local guide you will proceed to the Adventure and Elephant Camp about 15 km out of town and in the middle of a green, natural surrounding just on the banks of the Nam Khan river. After crossing the small river at the Lao Spirit Resort you will be introduced to our protected Asian Elephants and go out for a scenic ride. Enjoy the new perspective and the wonderful nature on this 2-3hr ride. A stunning landscape, tranquility and lush nature gives you a relaxed stay on the back of the Elephant. Lean back in your seat and enjoy… On the ride you make your way through forests and along the Nam Khan River. The ride brings you up to/from the amazing waterfalls of Tad Sae waterfalls. Here you can hang out for lunch and some swimming in the refreshing cascades. A short boat trip will bring you back to the Elephant and Adventure Camp. After that you will have a transfer back into Luang Prabang. Tour ends around 17.00pm.

Ban Sida tour:

This one-day trek is ideal for someone who wants to experience some trail hiking, see different types of agriculture and mixed forest and visit a variety of nearby ethnic groups. The tour starts on the broad open rice fields of the Namtha Valley and wanders up in to the hills above the valley through a provincial reserve forest. You will see terraced upland rice paddies and visit the Sida ethnic group and the Tibeto-Burman group, this group can only be found in two villages in Laos. One the way back you will stop by the Nam Dee Waterfall and visit the ethnic Lanten village of Ban Nam Dee.

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Cambodia Travel, Cambodia Tour: The most popular beach in Sihanouk Ville

Cambodia Travel, Cambodia Tour: The most popular beach in Sihanouk Ville



Sihanouk Ville is known as the most spectacular destination for beach in Cambodia that you can make many creational activities for pleasure. With the white and long beach extended, Ochheuteal is commonly recognized as the largest and the most popular beach, where you can relax with fresh atmosphere and beautiful scenery. When twilight arrives, you can arrange dinner and BBQ grills with wide variety of seafood such as shrimp, crab, tuna, lobster and squid over there. Dining on the edge of paradise gateway is the most enjoyable activities that most visitors visualize before going there.

With many restaurant and pub lied along the beach, you can sip drinks made of tropical fruit and partake local beer while listening to the cool music designed and displayed just for your romantic and memorable feeling. Lately at night, you can come up with dancing with local night bars on the beach and extend you smile until the sun arises then the time for viewing sunrise.

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Vietnam Travel, Vietnam Tour: Vietnam on sale to lure tourist

Vietnam Travel, Vietnam Tour: Vietnam on sale to lure tourist

TourismIndochina(Date : 2010-08-05): A two month campaign to reduce prices during the low season has been launched in the major cities of Vietnam in an effort to draw tourists to the country.

A number of shops, hotels, restaurants and transportation firms in Ha Noi, Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang have signed up to 'The Grand Sale' and agreed to reduce their prices by ten to 40 per cent during August and September, reported the Vietnam News.

"This is a good campaign," Hanoitourist director Luu Duc Ke told the news agency.

"Our company will co-ordinate with transport companies and hotels to provide discounts of 10 to 30 per cent."

Upon the presentation of their passport, tourists will receive a Tourist Privilege Card or shopping coupons for participating merchants.

As part of the larger 'Vietnam: Your Destination 2010' campaign, The Grand Sale is hoped to bring in increased revenue from tourist spending.

The Viet Nam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT) with the Trade Promotion Department, the Ministry of Industry and Vietnam Airlines introduced the campaign following the success of similar programmes in Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore.

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UNWTO to host first international congress on Ethic and Tourism

The Spanish General Secretariat of Tourism and Domestic Trade and the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) are jointly organizing the First International Congress on Ethics and Tourism, to be held in Madrid, Spain, on 15-16 September 2011, in light of the acknowledged importance of developing more responsible and ethical tourism worldwide.

The Code covers various areas of application including consumer protection, corporate responsibility, the protection of children and of the most vulnerable segments of the population, cultural and environmental sustainability, dialogue between cultures, as well as its vision of tourism as a factor for development and for the promotion of fundamental human rights, in line with the United Nations Millennium Development Goals. (UNWTO, 2011)

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Airlines lose $1.7 billion from volcanic ash

Airlines lost more than $1.7 billion in revenue during the six days after the initial eruption of the Icelandic volcano, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) estimated on Wednesday.

During the three-day period from 17-19 April, when disruptions were greatest, the lost revenues reached $400 million per day.

"At the worst, the crisis impacted 29% of global aviation and affected 1.2 million passengers a day" said Giovanni Bisignani, IATA's Director General and CEO.

"For an industry that lost $9.4 billion last year and was forecast to lose a further $2.8 billion in 2010, this crisis is devastating.

"It is hitting hardest where the carriers are in the most difficult financial situation. Europe's carriers were already expected to lose $2.2 billion this year—the largest in the industry,"

IATA is now urging airports and governments to help mitigate the financial impact on airlines.

"London Heathrow and Dubai are waiving parking fees and not charging for repositioning flights. Others airports must follow" said Bisignani.

He also requested that airports relax their rules on take-off and landing slot allocation and governments to relax bans on night flights to get passengers home as soon as possible.

The EU was also urged to ease its passenger care regulations, IATA saying it was "unfair" that airlines were held responsible to pay for hotels, meals and telephones for stranded passengers when the volcanic crisis was "completely beyond the control of airlines."

Governments were also asked to help carriers recover the cost of the disruption.

"I am the first one to say that this industry does not want or need bailouts. But this crisis is not the result of running our business badly.

"It is an extra-ordinary situation exaggerated with a poor decision-making process by national governments. The airlines could not do business normally."

Source: ETB

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Virgin Blue orders 105 planes

Virgin Blue announced today its signing of an agreement with Boeing for its largest order of aircraft ever.

It has signed for up to 105 brand new 737 aircraft, completing nine months of negotiations between the carrier and the aircraft manufacturer.

The order includes 50 firm B737-800NG aircraft, with flexibility to convert to either B737-700 or B737-900, 25 additional firm delivery positions secured as options and 30 future purchase rights.

Virgin Blue did not disclose the pricing of the aircraft but said that it expected to finalise its funding arrangements for the aircraft soon.

Delivery is scheduled from June 2011 through to 2017, the carrier said.

The new aircraft is expected to replace Virgin Blue’s existing narrow body fleet, while the remainder will be deployed to new routes and boost frequency where demand dictates.

“Securing this agreement now places Virgin Blue in a strong position to prepare for steady future growth as domestic and short haul markets recover” said Virgin Blue Chief Executive, Brett Godfrey in a statement.

“It will also ensure a turnover of aircraft to maintain the youngest fleet of modern aircraft which is crucial for maintaining our commitment to on-time performance and the lowest cost base possible.”

Source ETB

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