Sekeping Text: Luang Prabang, Laos

Sawadee-ka/Hello,

Its been a while since this blog was updated. Here I am writing to you about my recent trip to Luang Prabang, Laos. More like travel tips? Perhaps. So here goes

How To Get There;

Lucky that I manage to grab a decent price of plane ticket.
Return PEN-KUL-LPQ for RM 300.
Flight KUL-LPQ was only for RM150 return

Where to Stay:

A little fancy this time around, my friend and I decided to stay at a 4-star hotel called Maison Dalabua.
Beautiful place seated at the world heritage lily pond, it was worth every penny.
Top-rated restaurant called Manda De Lao
USD 164 FOR 3D2N

What to do:

Because Luang Prabang is such a small city, quite and peaceful, you can rent a bicycle or walk around the city until you reach the end towards Mekong River
Have lunch, brunch or tea at any cute French inspired cafes (Novelty cafe is very much suggested, have a cup of tea and read a book)
Visit Wats (Temples) around Luang Prabang city
Join in the alms giving ceremony (everyday before sunrise- late morning), it teaches patience, silence and humility
Walk along the Night Market streets (Opens every day 0500pm-0900pm, local time)
Eat all the pastries
Dine/have a drink at Manda De Lao
Eat the infamous Khao Soi and Khao Nom Kok
Sit and enjoy the quietness and traquility

Extras;

Bring an umbrella (weather was crazy when I was there)
Good pair of sandals
Be prepared to feel calm, collected and quite
Make sure to change money into USD or Thai Bath (Commonly used), you can only change into Lao Kip once you are at the local area

Luang Prabang is definitely a great place to relax, unwind and forget the busy city life. A great escape to de-stress and rejuvenate!

Enjoy the pictures! Till next time! :)