Laos - Asia's best kept secret
Laos, the poor neighbour to the more affluent traditional tourist destinations is an absolute must do, preferably before the grubby hands of tourism spoils its charm. If you are looking for a holiday with pristine site seeing attractions, great toilets and entertainment on tap, then Laos isn't for you. Come in 10 years when the Chinese have finished flooding it with cash and it catches up with the rest of Asia. Presently Laos is a poor, laid back, developing country with bountiful charm, character and the most beautiful people. We were met with a shy curiosity especially outside of the main centres and made so many new friends on our journey, it was hard to say goodbye. Vientiane Vientiane, the bustling capital city left us somewhat under whelmed, but with only 4 million inhabitants it had a relaxed laid-back atmosphere, where people still see and interact with one another. Some local attractions worth the visit but don't expect to be wowed. Tourism is welcomed b