Tigers forever: a wildlife hike in north-east Laos
A guided trek on Mount Forever helps protect endangered tigers and reveals an exotic array of other, less elusive, wildlife
May 2017
Undiscovered south-east Asia: remote towns and secret beaches
From Vietnam’s little-known islands to Laos’s interior and even tourist-free Thailand, our writers reveal some hidden treasures
October 2016
Luang Prabang, Laos, in three days: holiday itinerary
The ancient city in the north of the country is a delightful mix of exquisite temples and French colonial buildings – and a great place for cafes, restaurants, bars and shops, writes Claire Boobbyer
August 2016
A great little place I know
The easy life in Laos: sip, read and relax at L’Etranger Books and Tea
Books to buy or swap, tea in proper pots, film nights and green curry … this is a spot to treasure in Luang Prabang
May 2016
Laos town known for drunkenness and tourist deaths cleans up its act
The town of Vang Vieng in Laos was once synonymous with backpacker excess, but now offers adventure activities that make the most of its stunning location
November 2015
Laos holiday guide: plan the perfect two-week trip
Experts' and readers' tips
Laos: readers’ travel tips
On the radar
Elephant Caravan in Laos sparks conservation debate
Readers' travel tips
Laos: send us your tips – and you could win a £200 hotel voucher
February 2015
Top 10 hotels and guesthouses in Vientiane, Laos
Top 10 hotels and B&Bs in Luang Prabang, Laos
January 2015
Instagram snapshots
Instagram snapshots: Luang Prabang, Laos
Gorgeous sunrises, delicious noodles and dreamy temples … Nicolas and Gabriella explore Luang Prabang, Laos
October 2013
Experts' and readers' tips
Local tours in south-east Asia: readers' travel tips
Local tour companies know their countries better than anyone else. Readers pick their favourites in south-east Asia
January 2013
Corkboard
Travel news roundup: from Valentine's escapes to a family holiday in Laos …
Plus Snow watch, a foodie tour of Mexico, a fab summer music festival in Poland and the most bonkers things people have used as a sledge. Rubber dingy anyone?
November 2012
Ziplines in the jungle: a high-wire act in Laos
A new ecolodge in southern Laos uses zipwires to help tourists get in, out and around Dong Hung Sao national park, says Henry Wismayer
April 2012
Vang Vieng, Laos: the world's most unlikely party town
Last year in the backpacker's paradise where there are no rules at least 27 travellers died, and many more were injured
August 2011
Back to work survival guide
Back to work: your next holiday
By far the best way to give yourself a lift is to start planning your next escape
May 2011
Letter from
Laos: From class struggle to traffic jams
The communist fighters who lived in the caves of the north would probably be shocked to see the affluence of their successors
