View from the war monument

January 27th 2009
Days 10-12 Vientiane On day 10 we travel on to the country's capital, Vientiane (approx. 3.5 hours). Life in Vientiane is relaxed with daily affairs conducted at a slow pace. Visit Laos' most important national monument, Pha That Luang, or meander down dusty riverside tracks to find villages full of friendly children, dogs and chickens. A visit to Vientiane's vibrant, colourful morning mark ... read more

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Laos was under the control of Siam (Thailand) from the late 18th century until the late 19th century when it became part of French Indochina. The Franco-Siamese Treaty of 1907 defined the current Lao border with Thailand. In 1975, the Communist Pathe... ... read more

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Our Travels 2009

Kaz and Tim

“Not all those who wander are lost.” - J. R. R. Tolkien The new year often rolls round and everything remains the same as it was before the stroke of midnight. However for 2009 the start is like no other year for us. Adventure is afoot as we say goodbye to our friends, families, jobs and dwellings and head off to visit more than a handful of cities, countries and continents. Its very difficult to even describe how excited we both are not to say a touch nervous! New places, new countries and our comfort zones out the window. On 16th January we depart... full info

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