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May 2026
Tipping in Laos: what locals actually do
Restaurants, guides, drivers, hotels — the real answer to a question every traveler asks.
By Leuth Sengphachanh
Apr 2026
When to visit Laos: a month-by-month guide
The dry season vs the green season vs the burning season. What each is actually like.
By Leuth Sengphachanh
Apr 2026
Packing for Laos (the realistic version)
What you'll actually need across the wet season, the dry season, and the cool nights up north.
By Leuth Sengphachanh
Jan 2026
Laos visa in 2026: what changed, what didn't.
Visa-on-arrival, e-visa, land border rules, the new digital arrival card. A current breakdown by nationality, with prices in USD.
By Leuth Sengphachanh