Isaan and southern Laos
A road-trip to the heartland of Thailand – Ubon Ratchathani, Isaan where few tourists dare venture. Then into the backpacker trail in Laos’ 4,000 Islands.
A road-trip to the heartland of Thailand – Ubon Ratchathani, Isaan where few tourists dare venture. Then into the backpacker trail in Laos’ 4,000 Islands.
Beautiful country, fascinating history, warm people. Cursed by 60 years of ruthless military rule.
Sun, sand and sex. That’s what most people think about when they think of Thailand’s islands. We decided to find out for ourselves by visiting the islands of Koh Chang and Koh Mak.
Laos is the world’s most-bombed country. Tens of millions of bombs remain undetonated today, and continue to kill. Despite that grim history the people and country are delightful.
by Maria and George Pemberton · Published December 31, 2019 · Last modified May 3, 2020
Chiang Rai is a sleepy town in Northern Thailand close to the borders of Laos and Myanmar. We braved chilly temperatures to cycle and tour the city and its colourful temples.
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