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Little Lao Culture Bar & Restaurant, Luang Prabang Words: Alison Christ Photos: Monica Tindall Monica and I spent a glorious week in Luang Prabang, eating, drinking, and immersing ourselves in its rich culture. The final place to make it into print from our w…
525 The Terrace, Luang Prabang Words: Alison Christ Photos: Monica Tindall Monica and I are filled with enthusiasm and pleasure from all the wonderful things Luang Prabang and its people offer. On our second day here, after we had a magical meditation in a temple f…
Rosewood Luang Prabang – Sustainable Luxury Words: Alison ChristPhotos: Monica Tindall (1, 7, 11, 16 & 20 supplied by property) It’s been less than a week since we left Rosewood Luang Prabang behind, and I miss it. I am only now beginning to realise the p…
Elephant Bridge Bar – Luang Prabang Words: Alison Christ Photos: Monica Tindall In honour of giant, majestic, four-legged wonderful creatures like elephants & water buffalo One of the highlights of our Luang Prabang trip is an evening at Elephant Bridge Ba…
The Great House – Rosewood Luang Prabang Words: Alison Christ Photos: Monica Tindall If you’re a first-time visitor to Luang Prabang, you could easily miss some of the area’s gems, such as The Great House. It’s just outside the princip…
Monica Tindall Now with direct flights from Kuala Lumpur, a booming food and beverage scene and the beautiful laid-back setting of the Mekong, The Yum List anticipates Luang Prabang as the next hotspot for travel within Asia. And, we have found a stellar accommod…
Monica Tindall The food and beverage scene in Luang Prabang has taken off in recent years. Foreign investment and locals returning from overseas have elevated the offerings from street food and tourist restaurants to an exciting collection of kitchens working …
Monica Tindall Luang Prabang, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and formerly the royal capital of Laos, is now easily accessed with newly opened direct flights from Kuala Lumpur. Most lists of the Top Things To Do In Luang Prabang will give you temples, temples and more …
Monica Tindall “It’s five to five! I’ll meet you in the pub!” Apparently, this is a phrase that resonates with many office workers in the UK. As the work day draws to a close colleagues start pointing to their watches and make plans to go for drinks with their mates. […]
Monica Tindall The only restaurant in Laos on the Secret Tables list, Manda de Laos is a true hidden gem. Located on what appears to be a poor urban street with motorbikes putting by and kids playing on the street, a garden lined entrance opens up to a hidden paradise. […]
Monica Tindall Saffron Coffee is not only THE number one spot to get a cup of coffee in Luang Prabang and one of the best brunch cafes in the town, but it’s also a chance to support the growth and education of the Lao community. Saffron Coffee: Farm to Brew […]
Monica Tindall Along the Nam Khan river in the town centre, Tamarind Restaurant and Cooking School showcases popular Laos dishes including some local Luang Prabang specialties. Opened since 2005, the restaurant has become a staple for travelers wanting not on…