Laos remains a fairly poor country but that does not mean that it is not making great strides. Certainly, the increased number of overseas visitors booking Laos travel packages is helping the economy and the positive experience that Laos is providing should ensure tourism continues to grow.

Laos has certainly benefitted from the growth of tourism in its near-neighbour, Vietnam. As an increasing number of tourists have experienced the joys of one country in Indochina