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Luang Prabang (Laos)

Type: City

Name: Luang Prabang (Laos)

Country: Laos

Latitude: 19.889999

Longitude: 102.139999

population: 47,510

First reported May 17 2013 - Updated May 17 2013 - 1 reports

Lonely Planet

Five travel photography essentials that won’t weigh you down

Some of your best travel pictures will be off the cuff, spontaneous affairs, but taking a few basic pieces of kit – like a tripod, zoom lens, polariser and GorillaPod grip – can ensure you’re ready to make the most of a golden opportunity. Here’s a round-up ... [Published Lonely Planet - May 17 2013]

Entities: Lonely Planet, Iguana, Luang Prabang (Laos)

First reported May 16 2013 - Updated May 16 2013 - 1 reports

We're so lucky

When we travelled around the world, over a year ago now, we did some truly wonderful things. We rode elephants, saw orangutans in the wild, bathed in Japanese hot springs, visited a real live, smoking volcano, ate bugs and camped in the desert. We have ... [Published ParentDish - May 16 2013]

Entities: Laos, Oxygen, Luang Prabang (Laos)

First reported May 15 2013 - Updated May 15 2013 - 2 reports

Travel Indochina celebrates turning 20 with a new joint venture

Australia's expert in small group journeys and tailor-made holidays to Asia, Travel Indochina, is celebrating a significant milestone with the opening of a new joint venture office in Laos and expansion of its Vietnamese operations, bringing its presence ... [Published e-Travel Blackboard - May 15 2013]

Entities: Joint Venture, Laos, Jenn Brown, Luang Prabang (Laos)

First reported May 14 2013 - Updated May 14 2013 - 1 reports

The View From Your Window Contest: Winner #153

A reader writes:It could be anywhere tropical. The coconut tree, the papaya plants, the bamboos – I am tempted to call it in some place in India, but the high cliffs are not what you typically see in India. It could be some other Asian country, but somehow ... [Published Atlantic Monthly - May 14 2013]

Entities: Krabi (Thailand), Cuamba (Mozambique), Thailand

First reported May 14 2013 - Updated May 14 2013 - 1 reports

Lovely rustic Vientiane

THE compactness of the city of Vientiane makes it a joy to explore, whether on foot or by bicycle.Vientiane’s original Laotian name means ‘City of Sandalwood’, which has an English connotation, although its current name originated from the French who ... [Published The Sun Daily - May 14 2013]

Entities: Vientiane (Laos), Laos, Luang Prabang (Laos)

First reported May 14 2013 - Updated May 14 2013 - 1 reports

Jumbo fun in Laos

No need to rush madly about in Vientiane and Luang Prabang, there’s plenty of time to do your thingLeong Phei PheiMY RECENT trip to Laos took many years to materialise because of my son, Ernest, who turns five this year.As if travelling with a kid is ... [Published SG Travellers - May 14 2013]

Entities: Luang Prabang (Laos), Laos, Vientiane (Laos)

First reported May 09 2013 - Updated May 09 2013 - 1 reports

Running for a cause in Luang Prabang

A new event in Asia will see the first ever half marathon being held at the World Heritage Site of Luang Prabang in Laos.The Luang Prabang Half Marathon on October 5 -"La Procession" - is a charity race that the organisers and sponsors hope will enrich ... [Published Travel Mole - May 09 2013]

Entities: Luang Prabang (Laos), Amanresorts International Pte Ltd, Marathon, Laos

First reported May 07 2013 - Updated May 07 2013 - 1 reports

Some Tips When Trekking In Luang Prabang, Laos

Visiting Luang Prabang in Laos wouldn’t be complete without a tour to the countryside.There are waterfalls, biking trails and elephant shelters a few hours away from town but if you have no interest in such things, I’d recommend paying a visit to some ... [Published EGlobal Travel Media - May 07 2013]

Entities: Luang Prabang (Laos), Laos, Tribe

First reported May 07 2013 - Updated May 07 2013 - 1 reports

Half marathon to launch in Luang Prabang

Laos is set to host a unique half marathon at the world heritage site of Luang Prabang in October this year.The area, which is famous for its procession of monks who walk through the town each morning collecting offerings, will offer a setting like no ... [Published Travel Daily Media - May 07 2013]

Entities: Luang Prabang (Laos), Marathon, Infrastructure

First reported May 07 2013 - Updated May 07 2013 - 1 reports

Half Marathon Charity Race to Take Place in Luang Prabang in October

will take place in the World Heritage Site of Luang Prabang, Laos.The Luang Prabang Half Marathon: La Procession, is a charity race that the organisers and sponsors hope will enrich the lives of the more marginalised residents of the surrounding areas ... [Published Asia Travel Tips - May 07 2013]

Entities: Luang Prabang (Laos), Charity, Marathon

First reported May 02 2013 - Updated May 02 2013 - 1 reports

Hue and Luang Prabang cooperate to preserve their cultural heritage

Two of Indochina’s most visited cities, Luang Prabang in Laos and Hue in Vietnam signed an agreement for preserving their heritage and promote cooperation between both destinations.HUE/LUANG PRABANG - Representatives from the Hue Relics Conservation Centre ... [Published TravelDailyNews Asia-Pacific - May 02 2013]

Entities: Luang Prabang (Laos), Laos, Vietnam

First reported May 02 2013 - Updated May 02 2013 - 1 reports

Some tips when trekking in Luang Prabang, Laos

- There are waterfalls, biking trails and elephant shelters away from Luang Prabang town but if you have no interest in such things, I'd recommend paying a visit to some nearby hill tribe villagesVisiting Luang Prabang in Laos wouldn't be complete without ... [Published PR inside - May 02 2013]

Entities: Luang Prabang (Laos), Laos, Tribe

Quotes

It also applauded Laos’ "spiritual heritage; keeping alive spiritual tradition, preserving religious, cultural and historic sites of world significance. Integrating tourists and visitors in the atmosphere of the Lao people and offering possibility for an enriching cultural experience are all achievements that transform The People’s Democratic Republic of LAO into a first-class spiritual destination."

More reasons than ever to Stray in Laos, the world's best tourism destination [Published Info News - May 16 2013]

"It gives us greater control over the services delivering to our travellers but also makes our own business more relevant in the ever changing landscape of the travel industry and makes our service to our travel agents more relevant as they look to compete" he said. "It's part of our long-term vertical integration strategy."

Travel Indochina sets up operations in Laos [Published Travel Weekly Australia - May 15 2013]

"Thailand is much more proactive now compared to the earlier days, especially Ban Chiang Museum. On the other hand, looting has been going on. There has been aggressive looting and reconstruction and repainting" the archaeologist said

Dwelling on the past [Published Bangkok Post - Apr 29 2013]

"When the monks stepped on my back, I didn't feel much weight. It was quite light" said Boonchuay. When asked if he felt the floor was too hot to bear, he quickly answered: ''Not at all. I am very happy.''

Mists of mystique [Published Bangkok Post - Apr 24 2013]

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Some Tips When Trekking In Luang Prabang, Laos [Published EGlobal Travel Media - May 07 2013]
New Luang Prabang road hits a bump [Published Bangkok Post - May 07 2013]
Half marathon to launch in Luang Prabang [Published Travel Daily Media - May 07 2013]
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OVs in Laos support Truong Sa islanders [Published Bao Moi.com - Apr 30 2013]
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The View From Your Window Contest: Winner #153 [Published The Daily Dish \| By Andrew Sullivan - May 14 2013] A reader writes: It could be anywhere tropical. The coconut tree, the papaya plants, the bamboos – I am tempted to call it in some place in India, but the high cliffs are not what you typically see in India. It could be some other Asian country, ...
Regional cooperation on Mekong River in tatters [Published WWF - Environmental News - Jan 11 2013] Gland, Switzerland – Ministers from Cambodia, Laos, Thailand and Vietnam meeting next week in the Lao city of Luang Prabang must put derailed decision-making on Mekong River mainstream dams back on track or risk sabotaging management of one of the ...