Laos is an excellent destination for anyone interested in picking up elaborate handicrafts. Hill- tribe silks, arts, crafts, home-furnishings, jewellery and couture-quality textiles dominate the market. Although many of these products are available in Thailand, some of the things listed above are unique to Laos and its hill-tribes. In buying traditional crafts such as silks and carvings, tourists are invariably helping to support a still-growing and fragile economy.
Lao women wear the traditional phaa sin - a wraparound skirt. The phaa sin is worn with a silver belt and you will soon notice it is worn by school and university students and government office workers. A vast choice of phaa sin, shawls, bags and jewellery can be found in the morning market and around Vientiane. As well as traditional Lao weavings, you will find hill-tribe embroidery, wall hangings and quilts. The inherent art-form of weaving has been practiced in Laos since the 14th century; subsequently it has attracted the attention of affluent and educated western based weavers who have descended on Laos to re-establish the trade that dwindled so rapidly under the Communist regime - the vast majority of which operate on a fair trade basis, working to increase sustainable development within the country.
Set in ten-hectare valley in beautiful gardens and surrounded by mountains and a natural stream leading to the Mekong River, this Luang Prabang resort is a walk back in time. The resort is just ten minutes from the airport and six kilometers from the town. Onsite dining is available at Torseng Restaurant, serving international and Laotian dishes, with a view of the surrounding mountains. Rise early one morning and enjoy a walk in the gardens while the mist lingers over the mountains and drums can be heard from the nearby monastery. Please enter your dates on our secure online booking form to make a reservation at Villa Santi Resort.
Providing 44 comfortable guestrooms, the boutique hotel is conveniently situated in the heart of Vientiane City. The Homduang Boutique Hotel is just 15 km from the Vientiane International Airport. The two-star hotel is also close to many shops, markets, parks, restaurants, motorbike rentals, banks, and entertainment venues. Guests are nearby local tourist attractions, such as Wat Ho Prakeo Temple, the Wat Sisaket Monastery, and the Morning Market. There is an onsite restaurant that serves a variety of local dishes. The hotel is an ideal choice for budget-conscious travelers who want a convenient accommodation in the heart of Laos’ capital city. When you're ready to book a room at Homduang Boutique Hotel, please enter your travel dates into the secure online booking form and click.
This beautifully furnished and spacious boutique hotel is surrounded by temples and traditional style Laotian buildings. Each room captures the essence of the Laotian spirit - simple and relaxed. All the 15 rooms have views of the garden. For a taste of tranquility, walk a few minutes down the road to the serene temple, Wat Sene. Come back and dine at the onsite restaurant before ending the day at the bar with a nightcap. The Lotus Villa Hotel is an ideal location for nature travelers who want the perfect tranquil getaway. When you're ready to book a room at Lotus Villa Hotel, please enter your travel dates into the secure online booking form and click.
Once the palace of Jao Boon Oum, the last king of Lao, the palace was renovated into a hotel and retains its former charms. Located in the heart of Pakse District, a short way to the Sedone River and Wat Pra and the Lane Xang Bank, the hotel is within walking distance of the Tourism Authority and Wat Pra Bat. The town centre is a short ride away by local taxi (tuk-tuk). The hotel boasts beautiful colonial architecture and the sweeping verandas give majestic views of the beautiful countryside. The rooms have charm and comfort and a new wing has less expensive but simple rooms that provide a good base to explore Pakse. The restaurant serves good local and international food. Try Delta Coffee, a short walk from the Champasak Palace, which offers some of the best food in town. Champasak Palace Hotel is easy to book - just enter your travel dates on our secure online booking form.
Providing 31 guestrooms lavishly furnished with timber furniture, this hotel is nestled in the heart of Vientiane Capital. The Chanthapanya Hotel is just 15 minutes away from Wattay International Airport. This three-star hotel is conveniently situated in the city’s main shopping and tourist district, and is nearly opposite the National Cultural Hall. It is also just a five-minute walk to the Mekong River, a ten-minute stroll to the Morning Market, and 15 minutes from the famous Patuxai Arch. The charming, family-owned hotel provides a pleasant and welcome atmosphere, and provides guests with an excellent location, ensuring a great stay for business and leisure travelers. When you're ready to book a room at Chanthapanya Hotel, please enter your travel dates into the secure online booking form and click.
