VIENTIANE: The government plans to create sub-districts (taseng) as the lowest administrative level, enabling villages to ...

Villages clustered along the river regularly host backpackers drawn to the country’s exquisite French colonial architecture and stunning palaces and temples, but, the rugged terrain keeps Laos ...

Children from nearby villages may come aboard asking for food or snacks, offering a humbling glimpse into rural life in Laos. While the journey can feel long, it's also incredibly peaceful.