The Journal
Transport
Articles and guides in transport.
Jun 2026
The Slow Boat from Huay Xai to Luang Prabang: Worth the Hype? (2026)
An honest 2026 guide to the Mekong slow boat from Huay Xai to Luang Prabang — real prices, what to expect in Pakbeng, and whether the 2-day journey is worth it.
By Khamla Vongphachanh
Jun 2026
Luang Prabang Airport (LPQ): Everything You Need to Know in 2026
A complete guide to Luang Prabang International Airport in 2026 — airlines, routes, transfers into town, and the smartest way to get to your hotel.
By Leuth Sengphachanh
Jun 2026
Is the Lao-China Railway Worth It? A Local's Take (2026)
An honest review of the Laos-China Railway from people who actually live in Laos. What it changed, what it didn't, and whether it's worth the booking hassle.
By Leuth Sengphachanh
Jun 2026
Vientiane to Luang Prabang: Train, Bus, Van, or Flight? (2026)
A no-nonsense comparison of every way to get from Vientiane to Luang Prabang in 2026 — train vs flight vs minivan vs bus. Real prices, real times, what we recommend.
By Leuth Sengphachanh
Jun 2026
How to Book Laos Train Tickets in 2026 (The Honest Guide)
Everything you actually need to know to book Laos-China Railway tickets in 2026 — the official app, third-party sites, the ticket office, and what to do when seats sell out.
By Leuth Sengphachanh
Dec 2025
Private van or public bus? An honest breakdown.
Sometimes the bus is fine; sometimes it's a regret. Four routes where we recommend a private van, and three where the bus is genuinely better.
By Khamla Vongphachanh