The Individualist’s Guide to Discover Laos
along National Route 13 from China to Cambodia
by Xaixana Champanakone
Born in Venezuela in 1952 and christened Vincent Fischer-Zernin by my German parents,
my life’s journey has led me across continents, peoples and religions to Laos where I have become
Xaixana Champanakone.
www.tropicaldesignfz.net
"We welcome you to visit our country for her
lovely people, beautiful nature, rich history,
culture and traditions.
Please respect our customs and old fashioned,
slow ways. Share with us and enjoy your holidays."
A Word to the Wise when Traveling in the Tropics:
Passing through the open countryside you may well
encounter creatures not included in your tour program.
Choosing to spend the night amidst trees in a romantic
tropical resort setting, nature with some creepy crawly
things is all around you and the odd, cute field mouse
or little frog may well pay you a visit. But not to worry,
the geckos will tik-tik-tik you into peaceful sleep.
| Motorbike rental : bike-rental-laos.com | ||
| Distances in km and hours | Car rental : europcarlaos.com | |
| Airlines, flight destinations and schedules – online reservation | ||
Complete reference guide to all ecotourism activities and destinations
http://ecotourismlaos.comEcotourism and adventure-travel specialists
http://greendiscoverylaos.com![]() |
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| CHOICE Hotels - from Rustic to Luxurious | |||
| selection criteria are the same: | |||
| Location: | choice | Layout: | scenic |
| Design: | creative | Rooms: | individualistic |
| Food: | local (mostly) | Beverages: | international |
| 5-star value for money | |||
UPPER NORTH
Wooden guesthouse with garden in Muang Sing
www.muang-sing.com/phouiu/our_g.htm
Pioneering ecolodge and destination restaurant in Luang Namtha - worth the air travel for the unique chance
alone to taste hill tribe cuisine at its best …without the mountainous hiking to and fro ![]()
http://theboatlanding.laopdr.com
http://foodfromnorthernlaos.com
Village resort surrounded by paddy fields, behind Luang Namtha’s market
http://sokxay-thone-resort.com/
Riverside lodge with natural hot springs in a mountain setting, 40 km from Oudomsay on Route 2E
http://muangla.com/en
LUANG PRABANG
Elephant sanctuary for the protection and rehabilitation of elephants, and riverside resort
along the Nam Khan river outside Luang Prabang
http://elephantvillage-laos.com
The explorers' camp, sleep in tents providing uncompromising luxury in the midst of the jungle
on the Nam Khan river outside Luang Prabang
http://shangri-lao.com
Stylish hotel near the former Royal Palace (National Museum)![]()
http://ancientluangprabang.com
Upmarket Luang Prabang architecture Guest - House in the Old City along the Khan River
http://ban-lakkham-guesthouse.com
The Hotel-on-the-Lotus-Pond, an exquisite little hotel set in a lush tropical garden among majestic coconut palms,
a 5 minutes stroll away from downtown.![]()
http://maison-dalabua.com
Luxurious colonial architecture town residence, very French![]()
http://luangsayresidence.com
Lao archtiecture garden resort along the Khan River just east of Luang Prabang
http://www.lebelairhotels.com/luangprabang.html
Elegant Mekong-view hotel in the center of the old town with a restaurant terrace right along this river steeped in history.![]()
http://thebellerive.com/
The Grand Old Dame of Luang Prabang’s hotels, carefully maintained. The infinity pool drops off into the valley below
which then raises up to ‘Phou Si’, the holy hill with its crowning Stupa beautifully illuminated at nighttime
– enjoy dinner with a view. ![]()
http://residencephouvao.com
Green Discovery Adventure Travel Specialists![]()
http://greendiscoverylaos.com/ecotours/lp.html
Luang Say Cruises & Lodge![]()
http://mekong-cruises.com
Exotissimo Travel![]()
http://exotissimo.com/travel/laos/daytrips/
CENTRAL
Most famous travel route in SE Asia: Mekong river cruise from Hueisay to Luang Prabang![]()
http://luangsay.com/Luang-Say-Lodge.Laos-mekong-river.html
Ethnic minority camp with safari tents in the rice fields along the Mekong, by boat 30 km north of Luang Prabang![]()
http://kamulodge.com/
Mountain chalets among fir trees with open fireplaces in the restaurant and guestrooms, overlooking the Plain of Jars, Route 6 to Vietnam
auberge_plainjars@yahoo.fr
… where the world sleeps – classic hotel in a former colonial townhouse overlooking the town square of Thakhek![]()
http://inthirahotels.com/inthirathakhek.html
Country Resort among the famous “Stone Gardens”, Route 8 to Vietnam
http://sainamhairesort.com
Truly rustic rock climbers’ hideaway in Khammouane
http://greenclimbershome.com/
Guesthouse in a former French villa, colonial style inside-out, next to the town square of Savannakhet
http://salalao.com/Salalao/Content/Savanh.htm
VIANGCHAN
Cozy and elegant hotel in the central of town within 50 meters of the Mekong![]()
http://hotelkhamvongsa.com
Boutique hotel situated inbetween two temples![]()
http://salanaboutique.com
New colonial period hotel with garden & swimming pool![]()
http://ansarahotel.com
A straightforward Inn conveniently located around the corner from the local nightly food scene![]()
http://vayakorn.biz/picture-gallery-1
An elegant Lao-style Bungalow resort built with solid hard wood in a lush tropical garden in the quiet center of town![]()
http://salalao.com/Sala_Inpeng/Content/Inpeng.htm
Charming Garden Villa Hotel with pool, modernistic interior, located behind the City Pillar 1.5 km from the tourist center![]()
http://inthira.com/leleela
The capital's No 1 Scene restaurant and bar, ... where the world meets![]()
http://inthira.com/khopchaideu
The Steak-Barbecue-Burger house with a street side open air bar & terrace, overlooking the National Cultural Hall![]()
http://inthira.com/grillhouse
Japanese Restaurant with a cool modern interior serving up one price all-you-can-eats![]()
http://inthira.com/nos-shushi
Green Discovery Adventure Travel Specialists ![]()
http://greendiscoverylaos.com
Luang Say Cruises & Lodge![]()
http://mekong-cruises.com
Exotissimo Travel![]()
http://exotissimo.com/travel/laos/tours/
Diethelm Travel ![]()
http://diethelmtravel.com/laos/Pages/home.aspx
Car Rental![]()
http://europcarlaos.com
Motorbike Rental![]()
http://bike-rental-laos.com
LOWER SOUTH
Tastefully renovated, five storey former family residence in downtown Pakse
http://residence-sisouk.com
Coffee plantation lodge and botanic gardens on the Bolaven plateau, Route 16E
http://sinoukcoffeeresort.com
Jungle experience, reach the treetop house via zip-lines passing a few waterfalls ![]()
on the way high up on the Bolaven Plateau, Route 16E
http://greendiscoverylaos.com/treetop/treetop.html
'Waterfall' lodges built on either side of the Sexet river and its waterfall, Route 20 from Champasak to Sekong
http://tadlolodges.com
Authentic ecolodge overlooking the wetlands of Xepien National Park with elephant trekking to![]()
the mysterious hill fort of Phou Asa, Route 18E
http://kingfisherecolodge.com
… where the world sleeps – classic hotel in two colonial period buildings with a modern annex ![]()
in the center of the Royal and Ancient Town of Champasak
http://inthirahotels.com/champanakone.html
Idyllic island resort with sunset view of Vat Phou, the UNESCO World Heritage Site![]()
http://lafolie-laos.com
Langurous river cruises among the four thousand islands of the Mekong![]()
http://vatphou.com/program_itineraries.php
Floating lodges and colonial villa with cottages at Done (island) Khone
http://salalao.com/Salalao/Content/KhonePage_new.htm
Dos and Don'ts
Useful Links
Books on Laos are available at
MOMUNENT bookshops in Viangchan, Luang Prabang and Pakse
or
tropcaldesignfz.net/book theboatlanding.com/books.html
whitelotusbooks.com/index.php?p=show&clb=17
Visa on Arrival
Festival Calendar
Ethnic Minorities
Elephants of Laos
History, Religion & Culture
Travel Agencies with extensive choice of tour programs to discover Laos:
Asian Trails
Exotissimo
Diethelm Travel
Italian Travel Magazine
www.paesitropicali.com/asia/laos/home.php
International Travel & Tourism Directory
www.traveltourismdirectory.com
Travel Directories (linked to this site)
http://pantravels.com/
http://www.internationalcircuit.com
http://www.traveldirectory.org.uk/
http://www.travel-directory.org/
http://dir.globetourism.biz/
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