[W]hat is a hot pot? Also known as a steamboat or a shabu shabu, a hot pot is a meal that includes a boiling pot of soup placed in the middle of your table accompanied by a selection of raw meats and vegetables. The idea is to cook the raw ingredients on your table in front of you, adding to the experience of a social and relaxing meal out. An important aspect of any … [Read more...] about Street-Side Hot Pot Dining in Laos
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The Sandwich in Laos That’s Worthy of a Pilgrimage
Where can you find the best sandwiches on earth? Would you go to Italy for their scrumptious selection of hams and deli meats, or to the United States for gigantic meat and cheese filled subs, or even to Chile for an outstanding churrasco completo? I'm going to take you on a little culinary journey to SE Asia, land of (mostly) rice and noodles - and a sandwich so good, … [Read more...] about The Sandwich in Laos That’s Worthy of a Pilgrimage
The 4,000 Islands of Laos
In southern Laos, near the border of Cambodia, is a region along the Mekong River collectively referred to as 4,000 Islands. As the name implies, there are thousands of little islands dotting the river. Among the most popular for backpackers is Don Det, due to its laid back atmosphere (and electricity!). … [Read more...] about The 4,000 Islands of Laos
A Backpacker’s Mission: The Thailand-Laos Border Crossing
This is a guest post by Josh Boorman. If you want to guest post on Go Backpacking, please read more here. I awoke from my slumber with a slight headache from the bottle of Chiang I drank the night before, however, I got packing immediately to get ready to leave Chiang Rai - it was going to be a long day. I ate an all " American Breakfast" from the … [Read more...] about A Backpacker’s Mission: The Thailand-Laos Border Crossing
Friday Flashback: Vang Vieng & Luang Prabang
Tubing in Vang Vieng was the driving force behind my visit to Laos. It turned out to be as good a reason as any, and I was glad to make it to the little backpacker haven for my 32nd birthday as well. I celebrated with rock climbing by day, and Korean BBQ and beers by night. Then it was on to Luang Prabang, and a little culture (ie. more temples), before I jetted over the … [Read more...] about Friday Flashback: Vang Vieng & Luang Prabang
