Laos
Savor the royal charm of Luang Prabang, marvel at the beautiful French boulevards of Vientiane and take a relaxed cruise down the gorgeous Mekong while watching the sunset—Laos allows visitors a chance to experience scenic beauty, laidback lifestyle and colonial-era history all in one place.
GREAT FOR
Temples, Culture, Colonial architecture
WHEN TO GO
The best time to visit is between November and February when the rains are less and it isn’t too hot. Roads can be washed out during the rainy season (July to October), but there's plenty of river travel. Peak tourist months are December to February and during August, even though one may find few visitors at any given time.