While traveling with a friend in Laos we decided to do a “home stay” in a village to get an impression how people in Laos live. Tiger Trail Adventures seemed to be a good option as they are “fair trade” so we were prepared to pay a bit more than for other trips. What I liked: Scenery: The rice fields and valleys you walk through are so green and beautiful – it seemed like the most peaceful place on earth. People: The villagers are very nice and welcoming – especially the chief is absolutely great. Insight: When you try to participate in the village activities you get an impression of how they live. It’s a very tough life and even the old people help on the fields. They seem to be happy though within their community
... read more