Laos: 2-Day Slow Boat Mekong River From Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang

One of the most adventurous ways to travel to Laos from Thailand is by taking a 2-day slow boat through the Mekong River to Luang Prabang. This trip is particularly popular among backpackers following the Southeast Asia Banana Pancake Trail. The boat actually departs from the border town of Huay Xai, but the journey usually begins in Northern Thailand cities such as Chiang Rai.

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Chiang Rai Travel Guide: Best Things to See, Do, and Eat

Chiang Rai is the northernmost “large” province in Northern Thailand. It is bordered by Laos and Myanmar to form the “Golden Triangle,” an area historically well-known for opium trading. Even though it still retains many ancient cultural characteristics, Chiang Rai oozes with hip and artistic vibes

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Chiang Mai Travel Guide: Best Things to See, Do, and Eat

Chiang Mai is the largest city in Northern Thailand surrounded by mountainous terrains and lush countryside. This was easily my favorite city in Thailand due to it's innocent character in a lively setting. This city's charm will suck you in deep where you'll soon find yourself staying days over schedule. Welcome to the "Rose of the North."

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Bangkok Travel Guide: Best Things to See, Do, & Eat

Bangkok is a unique city where ancient times are fused with modern society. Skyscrapers, large malls, exhilarating nightlife, and frustrating traffic are located right next door to glamorous palaces, religious temples, traditional Thai massage parlors, and praying monks.

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Cambodia Travel Guide: How to Get Started

It wasn’t long ago when the Kingdom of Cambodia was in complete turmoil. 25% of the population was wiped out by the Khmer Rouge regime in a mass genocide. Angkot Wat is now one of the most visited religious sites in the world!

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