Vang Vieng is a small riverside town in Laos once known as party central for backpackers. It has since quieted down, which gives visitors a chance to marvel more at the surrounding nature while still having fun. Check out my list of ten things to see and do in Vang Vieng below. 1. Tubing While […] Read more…
The Blue Lagoon and Cave in Vang Vieng, Laos
When I first heard there was a lagoon near Vang Vieng with extremely blue waters I could relax in, I was keen to check it out. It turned out to be an excellent half day trip from the town, and a perfect way to cool off in the Laos heat. Getting There The Blue Lagoon […] Read more…
Tubing in Vang Vieng, Laos
While tubing in Vang Vieng used to be synonymous with lots of drinking, crazy partying, and even death, it still is a big attraction in the small riverside town. These days, the tubing is a lot more relaxed but still tons of fun! The first stop on the tubing adventure is to get your […] Read more…
Hot Air Balloon Rides Over Vang Vieng, Laos
When I started planning a trip to Laos and found out that I could ride a hot air balloon over the town of Vang Vieng as the sun rose, I knew there was no way I wasn’t booking a ride. I mean, how often can you say you floated away in a hot air balloon […] Read more…
Celebrating Loy Krathong in Thailand
Since I am living in Thailand this year, I did not get to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday. Luckily for me, I got the chance to celebrate Loy Krathong the day before, which was more magical than any Thanksgiving I have ever experienced. Keep reading to learn what this beautiful Thai holiday is all about! What is […] Read more…
10 Things to Do in Cancun, Mexico
When I think of Cancun, the first thing that pops into my head is a spring breaker dancing topless on a bar while getting tequila poured into her mouth. Accurate? Well not exactly. On my trip to the city, I discovered there is a lot more to see and do besides party and get wasted. […] Read more…