My Gibbon Experience March 28th 2007 Hands down, this was one of the most interesting and exciting three days I have ever had. The Gibbon Experience is a conservation project in the Bokeo province in northern Laos. A French man had the ingenious idea of presenting his vision to the local people of the area as a lucrative business (not a charity) that benefits animal, plant and human alike. They have built five tree houses and an ext ... read more
Asia » Laos » West » Bokèo Nature Reserve 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
After several attempts, I finally have my very first travel blog up and running. Just in time for my two and a half month jaunt around northern Thailand, Laos and who knows maybe even Cambodia. So, friends and fam, be prepared for some magazine-esque photography and tales of adventure from the Mekong. Happy travels! (oh, wait, that’s for me) Much love, Emily ... full info