Kayaks, Caves & Waterfalls - A Week in Laos


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September 24th 2006
Published: September 24th 2006
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In contrast to its dubious distinction as the most heavily bombed country in the world, (between 1964 and 1973 the U.S. dropped two million tons of bombs on Laos, roughly 30%!o(MISSING)f which failed to detonate and remain dangerous today), my experience of Laos was of a peaceful, extremely laidback and very beautiful place. Rugged limestone cliffs, emerald-green forests, pristine jungle waterfall... Read Full Entry



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More mountain scenery along Route 13More mountain scenery along Route 13
More mountain scenery along Route 13

Thanks to an overturned Beer Lao truck, we had about 2 hours to appreciate this view...
Trying fried whole frogs (the head's really crunchy =P) in Chiang MaiTrying fried whole frogs (the head's really crunchy =P) in Chiang Mai
Trying fried whole frogs (the head's really crunchy =P) in Chiang Mai

Not too bad. Definitely better than worms & grasshoppers at least...



24th September 2006

Can't wait for the next episode! It all sounds so rich on so many levels, the photos are as ever beautiful and the friendships precious for themselves, no matter how long they last or where they may lead. Thanks for sharing it all with us.
24th September 2006

Thanks Michael for a great blog on my birthday! It is always the people who make a place and I'm glad you had the opportunity to have such a great trip with your three special friends. The country looks spectacular and your photos reflect a fun-filled trip. You were game trying fried whole frogs!
25th September 2006

Interesting......
Hurry up and give us the update! :)
25th September 2006

Bombed but beautiful!
Hej! Great to read your newest blog. Beautiful pictures, great text. Lovely photos of Jen and your other friends! What amazing experiences you are having, so keep writing material that will be ready for your book!!
27th September 2006

is it at all ironic to anyone else that you should be wearing a "quicksilver" shirt the day you fell into the quicksand?

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