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 border to northern Thailand.
- The Birthday Rock Climb
- Tubing in Vang Vieng
- Photogenic Luang Prabang
- Mountain Biking and Elephants
- Final Thoughts: Laos
Dave is the Founder and Editor in Chief of Go Backpacking and Feastio. He's been to 66 countries and lived in Colombia and Peru. Read the full story of how he became a travel blogger.
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Sunday 28th of March 2010
Really nice picture! It took me a while to realize that there was another monk in the background standing on a tree trunk.
Mia
Saturday 27th of March 2010
Really nice picture! It took me a while to realize that there was another monk in the background standing on a tree trunk.
Dave
Saturday 13th of March 2010
I thought they were picturesque too, though at the risk of shattering one's image and impressions from the photo alone, the one guy closer to me did ask for a donation while I was up there (on a hill/park overlooking Luang Prabang).
GlobalButterfly
Saturday 13th of March 2010
I love this pic, especially the monk on top of the tree trunk in the background. What a beautiful way to celebrate your Bday! :)