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Vientiane

Vientiane: A City Where New and Old Meet

Laos as a whole may be known for its rustic, “ancient” feel, but there are places within it where that’s changing. Vientiane is a great example. In the country’s capital, one can discover an area where the past is meeting the present, where the forward-thrust of progress and modernization runs headlong and blends into the existence of a remarkable history and heritage. And it only makes Vientiane so much more appealing to the observer.

It’s all about learning when to up the speed and when to kick back. Any Vientiane local can tell you that. The capital of Laos is a fascinating city because it genuinely offers so much of either choice that you can wallow in your preference without ever really running into the other one until you go looking for it.

You can marvel at the rising buildings all around, tour the country’s surprisingly international restaurant scene, or visit any of its cool, jazzy nightclubs. Or you can rent a bicycle and go through the old avenues, see the charming colonial buildings and head for a local water spot to sample Laotian cuisine. You can choose to have some tea or coffee while relaxing or go for something more spirited at a local bar. And you can cruise the Mekong River or sit placidly by it, sipping a cold Beerlao (the delectable local beer) as you watch the boats go by.

Vientiane’s appeal probably comes from the fact that it’s not being torn apart by the forces at work in it. The city’s past merges almost seamlessly with its apparent future. That’s understandable, in a way: tourism is what urged its development. So this only means that the Vientiane that exists now and the Vientiane being developed at the moment has a future that visitors shall undoubtedly enjoy.

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Guide to the Markets when Shopping in Vientiane

September 21, 2013 By //  by Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

Shopping in Vientiane provides visitors a decent array of choices in the city. Like most South East Asian cities, Vientiane has an abundance of markets with dozens of local arts, crafts, silks, and textile products to choose from.

Shopping in Vientiane
Talaat Sao or the Morning Market in Vientiane, Laos

Hand-woven silk by the locals is an especially popular buy in Vientiane. Female travelers go crazy over the scarves of the locals as they are offered in many different styles, patterns and colors. The city also has a good range of carved wooden products, antiques and Lao art. Prices in the city are average but you should always remember that haggling is expected in most of the markets. Here are some of the best shopping markets found in Vientiane: …

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Guide on What to Wear in Vientiane and Other Essentials for Vientiane Travelers

September 21, 2013 By //  by Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

When it comes to traditional Laotian attire, which arose centuries ago, these bright colorful patterns remain popular in many clothing styles of today. Although a good mix of modern and traditional Laotian clothing has emerged, Western-style attire dominates everyday city life in Laos. As travelers, it is important to know information about a country or city before actually going there to avoid any tourist blunders that might happen. Although Vientiane locals are very forgiving, it is better to know a little bit of what to bring, what to pack and what to wear in Vientiane.

What to Wear in Vientiane
Casual Attire in Vientiane, Laos
  1. Bring not just good but great walking shoes or sandals with you. Touring around Vientiane requires a lot of walking so you might want to wear great sturdy and reliable shoes. …

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The Two Ways of Getting to Vientiane

September 21, 2013 By //  by Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

The limited options available on getting to Vientiane are some of the factors that keep Vientiane being flocked by tourists. International routes and services are quite limited, but this is slowly changing. There are basically two ways to get to Vientiane from outside of Laos: one is by flying and the other is by crossing the border from Thailand.

Getting to Vientiane
Wattay International Airport in Vientiane, Laos

The quickest way of getting to Laos by air is to fly to the Wattay International Airport, the country’s main air gateway. The airport is located about 4 kilometers west of the city of Vientiane. Unfortunately, if you are coming from North America, Europe or Australia, there are no flights that go directly to Laos. The most common route is to fly to Bangkok in Thailand and from there transfer to another flight that heads straight to Vientiane. Thai Airways, Bangkok Airways and Laos Aviation have daily flights to and from Bangkok and Vientiane. Air Asia also offers three flights weekly from Malaysia. Flights are also available from Vietnam to Vientiane. …

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Guide to Getting around Vientiane

September 21, 2013 By //  by Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

Getting around Vientiane is fairly easy as traffic is far less intense than in large Southeast Asian counties. The city has wide and typically clean boulevards that make it easy for visitors to get around and enjoy what the capital city has to offer.

Getting Around in Vientiane
Getting Around in Vientiane, Laos by Songhaews

Taxis are widely available in the capital but unfortunately they do not come cheap. You can even see a handful of pretty old cabs in the capital city that might make you think twice about riding in them.
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Nevertheless, a fleet of comparatively new Volkswagens have currently become available in Vientiane. Although they are high-priced, they provide a comfortable journey around the capital city. …

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