Mekong Tourism Newsletter – April 2024 Issue
This April, as the Greater Mekong Sub-Region celebrates a season of rebirth and transformation, we are reminded of the vital need for conversation on sustainable tourism. With record tourism growth …
This April, as the Greater Mekong Sub-Region celebrates a season of rebirth and transformation, we are reminded of the vital need for conversation on sustainable tourism. With record tourism growth …
Lao Airlines will start operating flights between Lao’s Vientiane and Cambodia’s Phnom Penh, hoping that direct air travel between the two capitals will bring more tourists and investors to Laos. …
Lao Airlines to launch Vientiane-Phnom Penh direct flight Read More
Calling all travel professionals and stakeholders from the Greater Mekong Subregion! There’s a place for you here: the Mekong Tourism Forum (MTF) 2024 will take place on 23-25 April in …
VIENTIANE, Feb. 21 (Xinhua) — Lao and Thai security forces will step up cooperation in border security, with the aim of reducing criminal activities along the two countries’ shared border. …
Laos, Thailand to step up cooperation in border security Read More
We’re excited to announce our partnership with DASTA, Green Destinations, and the AEN, aimed at fostering sustainable tourism in the Greater Mekong Subregion and beyond. Our participation in the ASEAN …
As the trend of dispersed tourism rises, Don Det, an island in Champasak Province’s Si Phan Don archipelago, is gaining recognition as a top destination amid the serene Mekong River …
Don Det Emerges as a Tranquil Haven for Stressed Travelers Read More
Awesome news for the new year: as tourism bounces back across the world, countries across the Greater Mekong Sub-Region are preparing new initiatives to better welcome the incoming tide of …
There’s beauty in diversity, as you will find in the Mekong’s diverse cultural practices. From ancient agrarian societies to a fever-dream of a Buddhist-Hindu park to a lakeside matrilineal society, …
Craving some authentic local charm? The Greater Mekong Sub-Region offers a few hidden gems that let you immerse yourself in the region’s rich culture. We’ve got Battambang, Cambodia’s architectural jewel, …
Explore the Mekong’s authentic cultural encounters Read More
Under the theme “A Paradise of Lao Culture, Nature and History”, Visit Laos Year 2024 officially kicked off on 23 November in Vientiane Capital, featuring 79 events nationwide. With the …
Launch of Visit Laos Year 2024 Promises Cultural, Natural, Historical Adventures Read More
The Greater Mekong Sub-Region, with its lush landscapes, pristine beaches, and vibrant cultures, is also home to some of the most spectacular caves in the world. These natural wonders, formed …
Discover the Mekong’s Wonder: A Guide to the Region’s Stunning Caves Read More
The Lao-China Railway officially launched a cross-border passenger train on 13 November connecting Vientiane Capital, Laos, to China’s capital Beijing.
A new railway project between Laos and Vietnam is ready to kick off. The train will establish a direct link between the countries and aim to become a primary source …
The “hidden” part of Mekong’s “hidden gems” can be attributed to their remote location and challenging landscape. These factors may deter the average tourist, but not the avid hiker looking …
Provincial leaders from Champassak and Kon Tum province in Vietnam have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on co-operation from 2023-2027 in the fields of politics, diplomacy, econom-ics, investment and …
Champassak, Kon Tum provinces strengthen cooperation Read More