Laos

Reports

Northern Thailand and the Slowboat Down the Mekong

A knockout Thai kickboxing match precedes a jungle expedition to reiki an elephant, ride an ox, unnerve Hill Tribes and suffer temple fatigue. Crossing the border into Laos, I embark on one of Asia’s grand adventures, spending two days on an ass-numbing slow boat, fighting rats, opium, blackouts, and the sweet lullabye of a pig slaughter. As always, the magic of travel makes it all worthwhile.

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Happy Daze in Laos

Who would have thought this tiny, poor, landlocked country would provide the answer to the Jesus freak’s trick question? Besides the temples, besides the views, it’s the people that sent me flying, across rope swings, mountain passes, and riverside chillout bars. I dabble in opium, curse Mel Gibson, build a gang of eight, float down a river, drink copious amounts of beer and try a “happy” shake that lets loose the banshees.

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Eat, Sleep, Play

Thailand is a budget traveler’s dream; cheap food, cheap transport, cheap hotels, cheap booze, cheap massages, and with all these drunk Brits from Essex about, cheap sex (although you’ll hate yourself in the morning). read more

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Gonzo Gallery in Laos

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