15 Things You Should Know BEFORE Visiting Laos

[@Captain250FX]

Couldn’t agree more! I love Laos and always feel safe and welcomed. I just got home from visiting Laos and already want to go back. Cheers to you guys and the channel!

[@TravelsonToast]

Have a good trip!

[@ShelbyA2LA]

Thank you for putting lao on the map! They always get overlooked .❤

[@technix86]

That used to be the case, but it has become a top tourist destination.

[@FlowerGold-he2kc]

sabaidee two of you. Looking forward your next video. Thank you for promoting my country. I really like your channel.

[@TravelsonToast]

thanks!

[@miomirserbinson8660]

I have worked in 27 countries and visited 83 other and Laos is definitely my favorite country.

[@aliasdoe007]

Good joke 🤣 No one in their right mind would even put Laos in the top 100 countries as a favorite. Right mind as oppose to a delusional one. But to each his or her own as the saying goes. Some people must really like monotony degradation lawlessness corruption unflattering natural environments and sceneries and above all extreme poverty.

[@SammyChannel-nw8tj]

my trip to Laos 🇱🇦 last September 2023 was awesome 😎. wanted to go back again one day…

[@somchaypsp]

Hello guys ❤… Thank you for good information from your own experience. I’m planning to visit Lao this year 😁

[@TravelsonToast]

Awesome, have a great time!

[@kammerjohn9553]

Wow! You guys are still there? Amazing! Thanks for the awesome videos. Sok dee! FC 🇱🇦 🇺🇸

[@joec5192]

Laos is my homeland and ashamed to share I haven’t been back since I was 6 years old, Im 49. Thanks for sharing, looks like so much development since I’ve been last 😅

[@johanpetrosruela3103]

My father lives in Phon Phisai, Nong Khai Thailand at the river Mekong. When I’m there I spend almost always a week somewhere in Laos. One of my favorite countries around the globe. Love it there!

[@LuvLaolife]

Wow! Thank you for all the great info!

[@viexay]

I'm leaving to Laos sometime this year. Thanks for all this information ...I will bring some crisp new dollar. Unitell Sim card...thanks

[@pingpongmike420]

We watched your videos of your travels in Lao during Covid. It inspired us to travel for 30 days from Muang Ngoi to Don Det last December. It surpassed our expectations and has become our favorite country to travel. Thank you for the great insight to help make our trip so memorable.

[@TravelsonToast]

Glad you had an amazing trip!

[@alessio496]

You guys are amazing ❤

[@etrinity619]

thanks guys, another wonderful video. one thing you should've mentioned is that, if you're taking money to exchange. just make sure that it is fairly new and in good condition, no markings, tears or rips. it will be very difficult to exchange and if you are able to, it will be lesser in value.

[@TravelsonToast]

Yeah that's true!

[@nccham8544]

Great video

[@AnandaRatsaphong]

You've done a great job explaining about Laos. However, you forgot to mention the most important thing is to have all your shots up to date. Bring any medication that you're taking. Do not drink tap water and don't forget the mosquito repellent.

[@LAOBASS]

enjoyed your summary of what its like in Lao. Just want to add that a regular one level bus is much more comfortable than a two level sleep bed bus. Its really hard to sit up without banging my head on the roof.

[@TravelsonToast]

Yeah we would agree!

[@hammerthumb8117]

Love u 2's videos. It'll be my 5th time coming this april. Cant wait! Hopefully I run into u 2.

[@soisoi5764]

Hi, you guys are back to 🇱🇦…nice to see you guys again…!

[@laolifestyleusa]

Thank you for good information! For pre. ❤❤❤ to visit

[@litdatakesatrip4260]

Thank you for the great time with you guys 🤗🥰

[@TravelsonToast]

We will have more adventures again! 💚💚

[@funny2max239]

Great informative video. This help to plan our next Laos travel destination. Cheers and keep up good work.

[@andrewworrall4302]

Cool video. I'm watching because I was at the Golden Triangle in Thailand, so I'm finding out more about little known Laos

[@WinBkk-hr2tt]

Thank you so much❤🇱🇦

[@PanettiEpps]

Great video ! I'm about to go to Laos on a border run from Vietnam and this was really helpful !

[@TravelsonToast]

You're welcome!

[@samyuellmongkhounsavath2348]

My favorite Lao couple ❤

[@joseguerra7810]

Wow great video 😍

[@TravelsonToast]

thanks!

[@NeelaXu]

Im from laos and i love it

[@keangwooichoo6138]

Appreciate your video olivia

[@gusgilder2796]

Great advice, you really crammed a lot in!

[@TravelsonToast]

Thanks for watching!

[@chrisfalx3251]

Seems awesome

[@dennispack4119]

You made me smile 😃 ... loved your presentation and delivery ... and very useful information. Thanks

[@TravelsonToast]

Thanks a lot 🙏

[@DrFour-nl4sq]

Good presentation Thank you.

[@sonevongkot6046]

We love you guys, always welcome to your second home 💕😘💕😘

[@AzerPaul]

You two are great. Informative and articulate. Thanks.

[@TravelsonToast]

thanks!

[@technix86]

As a Lao-American I must say you did an excellent job with your explanation. :)

[@TravelsonToast]

Thanks, I appreciate it!

[@LaoSoftware]

I'm going to Laos in December for Christmas and New Year 2025. Christmas in Laos should be beautiful. The weather is cool. It's not hot.

[@get.amongst]

Awesome vid as usual. Loads of good info there 🙂

[@touyphommaly6927]

Yes Laos 🇱🇦 is safe place to visit.you two should have a Laos name . I consider you two are Laos now you know about Laos customs than any Lao who lives abroad.

[@aliasdoe007]

Laos is only safe with respect to foreign white tourists. Key word being white. Ask any non-white tourists who has visited Laos to see their loved ones or to reconnect with their homeland and they will tell you otherwise. The local authorities is utterly garbage and is corrupted as any impoverished nation arguably worst.

[@plumbing0143]

Pls guys write (type) the name of the places you talking about! Gonna save so much time just to do screenshots of this part, then stop and search each time personally. Thank you!

[@johnmurray6501]

Thanks for this Vlog, very informative😊. One thing, I always take cash, if you exchange in the banks, or an exchange, no fee, excellent rate, Thailand, Cambodia, Ill try the same in Laos, because the Aussie dollar is so weak compared to Us Thai Baht works much better for Aussie exchange, 😂👍.

[@americano61]

welcome to laos and Thank you so much for Visit my Country

[@Isy.breivik]

Me and my Family are moving to Laos in July and I wanted to know some stuff about Laos before moving there and I wanna thank you for making this video because I wasn’t really able to find much about Laos.

[@TravelsonToast]

No problem, glad we could help!

[@mitchelllee1339]

Laos definitely on my bucket list .. first I need save money 😂😂😂

[@munch155]

Thanks for your great experience to share with us, pricelss ❤

[@cecilyung3280]

Great narrator..beautiful English accent ❤laos.

[@rosstin23]

Thank you so much for this helpful video! I'm an upcoming expat in June

[@TravelsonToast]

Awesome! Glad it helped, we hope you like being in Laos

[@AvitalTheQueen]

Thank you very much for this ❤

[@kevinholden2067]

Great vid! Thankyou x

[@patrickk.prinster7174]

youn are awesome!!!!

[@andyrusso6599]

Great information. Thank you so much.

[@dipayanghosh9513]

Very informative. Thank you

[@TravelsonToast]

Glad it was helpful!

[@skydive110]

Thanks ❤❤❤❤❤

[@andychin584]

Good job 👍

[@gokings8]

Love it! I am coming to Laos in about next Tuesday! Just in time and thank you so much! I haven’t really plan anything but will be having 10 days in and out from VTE. What would your recommendation? I was thinking for sure VV and LP, but not sure if I should squeeze in others (don’t mind going further north or south). Do you have a quick recommendation ? Thanks. And would be glad to hangout together if you guys are still there!

[@TravelsonToast]

10 days might not be enough time to go much further around Laos, but maybe consider Meuang Feuang if you want another place to go. It's between Vientiane and VV. They have floating bungalows on the river with mountain views and the monks do the alms giving ceremony by boat along the river which is quite a unique experience. Plus not many tourists go there, it's mainly locals. We've already left now but have a good time!

[@gokings8]

Thank you so much for the recommendation!

[@OhSoAwesomeErin]

@@gokings8 hi there! just wondering if you ended up visiting Meuang Feuang and if you enjoyed it? i am curious about it but haven’t found much information.

[@DerBarde2012]

Which format is the ebook? Did it resize and stuff on the Kindle?

[@TravelsonToast]

It's a pdf file so it should work on kindle

[@scottdemoor49]

Two weeks is not enough time to fully experience Laos. Sadly I just got back from Laos and miss my new friends already.

[@khamnoybounmun4368]

wowowow i really love laos too.

[@MeleahBickley]

How do you get the E-book? I clicked on your merchandise link but only see clothing.

[@TravelsonToast]

There should be a link in the description of the video directly to the E-book. It is also listed under 'digital products' on our shop as well!

[@JamesClemo]

Hello Just ordered and paid for your digital download ultimate Laos a couple of days ago but it hasn’t been sent for me to download. Can you help me to sort it out please

[@TravelsonToast]

Hi there, sorry about that. It might just take time to come through but if it hasn't yet send us a message on instagram or our email [e-mail] and we'll let you know how to sort it!

[@MiroKlose2596]

Ciao guys! Wonderful video! Just a question about the getting around part. Which are the 2 places you mentioned there to visit by car/moto? I didn t get the correct names, thanks!

[@TravelsonToast]

Thakhek loop and Bolaven plateu

[@WayneGolding]

I am living in southern China now, but I'm planning a trip to Lao in October. Which visa do you recommend, the e visa or visa on arrival? The Lao embassy is not terribly far from me.

[@TravelsonToast]

They recently relaxed some visa requirements from some countries, so maybe check that. As we understand the evisa grants you 60 days and Vis on arrival is 30 days, but this can be extended at the visa office very easily. Both are good choices, we just usually do on arrival so our plans are flexible

[@WayneGolding]

@@TravelsonToast Thank you for the info :)

[@วิธีชีวิตไทยลาว]

Come visit Laos, come visit Udomchai, beautiful people waiting in Laos.

[@cosmic7653]

Hello, thank`s for the interessting video from Laos. Is Laos dog friendly?

[@TravelsonToast]

Yes people have dogs in Laos

[@JimHarmer]

I paid for the ebook but it didn't come to my email. Been waiting for half an hour. Can't find any way to contact you.

[@TravelsonToast]

We're sorry about that. Thanks for letting us know, we will contact the shop and try to solve this issue as soon as we can.

[@gerrygallagher716]

Thanks We're did U arrive from? Do U know how much the flights are from Vietnam?

[@MrKeith57]

That was very comprehensive. Thankyou

[@Quinchalfred]

What license is required to rent and drive a motorbike or scooter there?

[@TravelsonToast]

They don't usually ask for a licence to rent

[@globaltravelguru8997]

Do you recommend the Loca app for taxi and to use for payment method in convenience stores etc?

[@TravelsonToast]

Loca is good but we started using InDrive more because it was more affordable. Not sure about the convenience store payments, we usually pay cash

[@אופירנעמןפרי]

We heard something about landmines in many area of laos, is it true..?

[@TravelsonToast]

Only if you wander off hiking trails or go into the jungle alone, this is why guides are important for trekking in Laos.

[@Wimpieburger13]

SABAIDEE. Welcome to Laos.

[@Harpyhare5]

Im from loas and i have living in loas for 2 years too i have been loving loas forever i have been loving the people there they were so nice i love your videos too

[@TravelsonToast]

Thanks! 🙏

[@OHMYFREAKINGTACOS]

Is there a resource you recommend for finding a guide

[@TravelsonToast]

Yes there should be if you look on facebook groups

[@Curt-r9d]

You are so pretty and good. Thanks for the information. God bless

[@TravelsonToast]

Thanks!

[@RaverBarbz92]

Heyyyy. What would you recommend for data/wifi connections? I’ll be going in March and would like to know how to use my iPhone that has ESIM card

[@RaverBarbz92]

Update: sorry. You mentioned it :) 😅

[@thangtank9614]

How do I get the book that was mentioned

[@TravelsonToast]

it is linked in the description of the video on our shop 🙂

[@ganuilek]

Sabei di Well Done

[@vivshaneadventures]

Great video. Can you get SIM card at Vientiane airport?

[@TravelsonToast]

Yes it should be possible

[@LaoSoftware]

Yes, they have SIM card. You need it for internet service. They have taxi service at airport if you don't want to drive. They have rental car if you're brave to drive in a foreign country. Your hotel can pick you up in their car. You need to ask. Don't be shy.

[@TsunamiNasty]

5:53 That lady looks just like my mom and aunts. They still have family there wonder if she my aunt 😂

[@DanielTopFacts]

I'm curious, did you take any vaccines or Malarone pills before your trip? Thanks for sharing your amazing adventure in Laos😊

[@TravelsonToast]

It's not mandatory to take anything and we don't take anything anyways.

[@thangtank9614]

Is there something like Uber in Laos

[@TravelsonToast]

Not Uber but many other options, Loca and InDrive are popular.

[@justsomedudeTV]

What is the longest amount of time per year you can spend in Laos on a tourist visa? I know you said you can renew it after 30 days, but is there is a set limit to how many calendar days per year they will permit you to renew it? Could someone expect to stay for 3-6 months, if they wished to?

[@pj-vq3by]

most countries can extend for 60 extra days in Vientiane, so 90 days total per year i believe

[@TravelsonToast]

Yeah you can extend up to 60 days more before you would have to leave the country and come back again.

[@johnnybgood3724]

They will issue you 3 months visa at the port of entry. You can extend the visa up to an additional 60 days. After that, you have to leave the country and reapply if you want to go back.

[@jacure123]

I want to move there.

[@emilvillmarkingenkjendlie]

Khoi huk Lao lai lai kukan 🇱🇦🙏😎

[@mateuszwalczyk694]

Whem exacly you visit Laos ?

[@TravelsonToast]

We've been here every time of the year, from 2020 -2024

[@meksavanhmanivong2493]

Travel on toast 👍

[@pisathongsonlone3935]

Lao food is very vegetarian and vegan friendly even off the beaten path. A vegan or vegetarian can survive off of sticky rice, fresh fruit and veggies! Let’s not forget about the eggplant dip that can be made 100% vegan, all the different types of mushrooms! If you think about it Laos is a Mecca for vegetarian and vegan!

[@Dacoldest23]

If you have those dietary restrictions just stay home

[@hectorz00]

Amazing video and advice, thanks so much for making this video. Sorry to hear starbucks made their way to ruin the coffee scene. The more international brands setting up shop = less unique and interesting it becomes and more and more it will look like any other city in the UK or the US.

[@RitaPhommatham]

I am from Laos and I speak laos

[@FrankVong-lf8hq]

me too

[@SanjeevThapa-y9l]

Come to travel Nepal.a truely heaven on earth.natural beauty and cheap for everything.i invite you to visit Nepal.Thank you

[@TravelsonToast]

We would love to!

[@SanjeevThapa-y9l]

@@TravelsonToast hope to see you soon in Nepal

[@supermichelle26]

heyy would you then not recommend to go to Laos in August-September? my boyfriend and I really want to go, but that’s the only time we can go visit:))

[@TravelsonToast]

We love it there all year round and even during the rainy season it's not like it rains every day, maybe the lagoons aren't as blue but the waterfall are bigger and everything is very green. You should go!

[@supermichelle26]

thanks !!! now we definitely will go:))

[@sungwookim9469]

🙏🙏🙏

[@eddiejohnson4434]

People are always shocked that the poorest places have some of the happiest people. It’s because those are the only ones that will remain. If they were miserable they’d end it all. Rich countries offer miserable people enough comfort to continue. This is why the phrase “you will own nothing and be happy” isn’t far fetched.

[@johnmongkhounsavath3678]

👍👍👍

[@hark1203]

❤❤❤❤

[@seenbymarvin]

Think this might be an oversell

[@afixamy1666]

🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@mrpengoat]

visa prices and lengths should be leading this list. they are heinous.

[@FonSoulikanh]

Sabaidee

[@scotbownes5627]

👍🙂

[@EdwinTheGreat337]

Capital city is pronounced Vien Jun. My place of birth.

[@LaoSoftware]

Vientiane is your birth place. When did you visit it?

[@EdwinTheGreat337]

@LaoSoftware Back in 2007.