24 HOURS IN LUANG PRABANG (is this heaven?) 🇱🇦 LOST in LAOS Ep:5

Today we are in the beautiful world UNESCO site of Luang Prabang in northern Laos. This small city has it all when it comes to all the things you want from a travel destination in S.E Asia, great street food, culture, sights and sounds, and the worlds BEST waterfall.
Let's experience everything Luang Prabang has to offer over the course of 24 hours including, the morning alms, exploring an amazing waterfall, learning about the life of a monk, and one of Asia's best night markets!
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[@PaddyDoyle.]

Luang Prabang is a special place and I am so grateful to share my experience here with you today! The NEXT episode from further north in Nong Khiaw drops VERY SOON so SUBSCRIBE NOW and never miss an upload ❤🇱🇦❤

[@napaarkad]

Nong Khiaw is absolutely beautiful You should take boat along Ou river to Ngoi village. The view is stunning. Greeting from Thailand.

[@francoispo1481]

amazing I was there too

[@Flaventuretoo]

That's the most beautiful place I've ever seen.. I think I'll have to go there on my SE Asia tour next year, thanks for posting Paddy 🙂

[@fluffyclouds2729]

will you go to the 4000 Islands Paddy ? so many beautiful places in Laos, i am happy for you, Zelda is always with you, and both will come back together to Thailand💕☝

[@urbaneducators7290]

Paddy, we have been watching and following you since you quit your teaching job. We must say you are one of our favourite travelers. Your child-like genuine excitement about natural beauty of south east Asia is contagious. Thanks. Thanks. Thanks

[@PracticerOfMetta]

Paddy I’m 63 and worked hard and long to get out of poverty. I really enjoy your well done videos on my 65” OLED! I no longer can walk like I used to and am not wealthy enough to travel everywhere. I also live in a very cold part of the USA. Your videos help me enjoy life more than words can say. Thank you for you hard work! May you be free from hostility, danger, mental, physical, and spiritual suffering. May all beings, seen and unseen, in all realms and planes of existence bless you. May all beings feel inner peace and happiness. Satu Satu Satu 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@orangerobetours]

Thank you so much for featuring our tours, Paddy. We’re glad we were able to answer all of your questions. It was so exciting having you join us to learn more about Buddhism in Laos.

[@melissacaballero289]

I will come see you when I visit LP!

[@tonyclark5251]

I was there 5 years ago and the waterfall, as you said is the most stunning beautiful waterfall I've ever seen. I've seen Victoria Falls and Iguazu Falls and each is stunning in it's own way but for sheer beauty these Falls are the best. I have a photo of the main Falls that I put on canvas and I love it. Laos is a hidden gem of a country.

[@ericjoshua123]

Oh plz visit “Wei Sawdong Falls” in India.! It’s jaw dropping

[@craighoward4446]

Thanks for visiting my homeland. I was born in Laos but grew up in the USA. I’ll visit the northern part of Laos in a few months. Can’t wait.

[@travelertrome8449]

Is there a double like button? Ever since you said you were going to Laos, this was the vlog I was waiting for. I was in Luang Prabang in 2012. In a trip visiting Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia, this was the surprise of the trip. So beautiful and laid back. We just rode bicycles everywhere. We went to that waterfall and there was a rope swing attached to one of the trees. Made use of it and had so much fun on a hot day. We also went to Tea 56 and had cold Beerlao's. Great Banh Mi's in this town too! Epic vlog, Paddy! You represented it so beautifully!

[@vladav313]

TLDR

[@michelejensen7420]

We are LOVING your Lao videos!!! We were there in November 2007 and it has changed a lot! Your videos make me want to back. Luang Prabang is so special… one of my favorite places on earth. I hope you stay in Laos for a long time so we can see much more!!!

[@xscapeartistry5332]

I’ve been looking forward to this episode and not disappointed. Luang Prabang is probably my favourite place in SE Asia. I visited the falls early also and had the place to myself. A surreal and beautiful experience.

[@svanteandreasson6874]

What an amazing place. Being alone at the waterfall must have been epic. The Laos series is just getting better and better.

[@danileis8015]

I was at the Kuang Si waterfall about ten years ago and agree wholeheartedly that it is the most beautiful waterfall I've ever seen.

[@ilr2008]

Was in Luang Prabang last month - it is such a wonderfully beautiful, slow paced and deeply friendly town. I didn't want to leave!

[@timkdiamond]

Paddy, I think this is your best one yet. The water at the waterfall looks like some rivers in NZ. They have a mineral dissolved in the water which gives them that colour and shine. Great job. This is my favourite so far. 🙏🙏🙏

[@PaddyDoyle.]

Thanks for the info

[@shaunashton9744]

Agree that this is one of Paddy's best. Luang Prabang is one the most beautiful places I have visited and deserves to be shown in the best possible way.

[@deanpapadopoulos3314]

Thank you for saying this, Paddy. I thought I had walked into an enchanted forest and discovered something that only the gods could make. The cascading shelves, the colors in the water, etc. were almost stimuli overload. It’s really like no other place I’ve been too. I immediately think of Chiang Dao in the same category as places of dreams where the reality is so much better than anything we are capable of imagining.

[@christianeno3879]

Loved that swimming action back and forth! Most beautiful waterfall we've ever seen as well. Great video!

[@PaddyDoyle.]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@mitchhumlao]

Have been there quite a few times and LB never loses it's magic. One the top places to see in the world.

[@TeddyBear-zj4qg]

I was there in 2019, very nice. Ha Giang loop and Luang Prabang tops the list in SE Asia.

[@mikevlack7687]

LP is a magical place. The peaceful vibe. The food is incredible. Simple, but amazing fresh tastes. My favourite are the street stalls in the night market. Those waterfalls are glorious. There are a bunch of other amazing waterfalls too. The caves down the river are great too. The most difficult thing is to slow down and appreciate everything.

[@MrEye4get]

Spectacular views!! The alone time was fantastic! Lovely to see green cities! Too many urban sprawls causing congestion and population! Thank god for UNESCO!

[@ThailandThomas]

Just epic Paddy! I love Luang Prabang, it is heaven on Earth. Those aqua turquoise waters at the falls are just epic! Just amazing! I could just sit in the pools for days, looking at the falls. One of your best videos ever.

[@PaddyDoyle.]

Glad you enjoyed it Thomas!

[@soutsadaanne9841]

I'm Laotian fromVientiane capital but I love to go back to Louangprabang often 🥰 Louangprabang is one of fantastic place in Laos to visit 🥰

[@vegas.zen888]

Paddy, this video is exactly what I needed!! Just landed in LP with no plans and hoping to stay away from anything too touristy. You’ve given me my itinerary! Thank you for this video and all that you do! Great work!! 😊

[@tenbeforeavant]

Paddy, these new vlogs are absolutely amazing!! It’s a shame that you’ve already used “Next Level “ because Laos is genuinely next level!! Keep up your excellent work

[@bernardcurrie1780]

Good to see the waterfall again .I was there in 2016 , I mainly remember how cold the water was. It took me a few minutes to work up the courage to dive in. After the initial shock, I,m glad I did.

[@bellamari4034]

Went to Luang Prabang few days before lockdown in 2020. Truly a wonderful & lovable place the moment i set foot on this country. It's my dream to live one day in Laos. Well said, it is really heaven on earth. ❤️❤️❤️🌎

[@oliro4312]

We must have crossed path. Early March 2020, knowing that everything would close a few days later. It felt like one last moment in heaven.

[@bellamari4034]

@@oliro4312 yeah, probably we have crossed our path during that time......loved luang prabang sooo much, truly a 'pradise on earth'!!!💚❤🧡

[@christurner3857]

Thanks for the reminiscence Paddy, LP is a wonderful place. I was involved in encouraging the government authorities to retain the culture and architecture of LP in the early 1990's and was very happy to hear it attained the world heritage registration. We were spurred into action at the sight of the horrendous 60's architecture of the replacement Post Office building. It was heartening to see the sympathetic restoration of the old buildings and Laos / French colonial style architecture, as I've not been back since 2005. Hats off to the Laos authorities for their achievements.

[@Englishman-Abroad]

I was particularly taken with the hordes of tourists swimming, shouting and taking selfies at the falls. Really made the place magical for me. Go at 8am or skip.

[@bosskaloi]

Southeast Asia is the best! Mabuhay from the 🇵🇭

[@chrisicu4236]

Thanks for the great memories. I was there fifteen years ago and so glad to see it hasn’t changed much. You didn’t mention the backpackers so I’m not sure if it’s as affordable as it was back then. You also didn’t mention a local handmade bamboo pedestrian bridge which was spectacular. The people and aura was great ne I’d like to visit again. Thanks!

[@tcbeartakeshi]

Kuang Si Falls is really stunning. I would love to come back and see it again.

[@youtuber-MGTOW]

Have been at this waterfall in 2006. There´s a way to climb up at the side of the waterfall and cross it at the top. Had a wonderful time in Luang Prabang. Enjoy your travels and thank you for sharing your experiences with us! 🙏

[@lifestylewiththanongsack7738]

Welcome to Laos and enjoy your trip ❤

[@wdaniel2221]

This was one of my favorites. The waterfall, the views at the Wat, the drive through town, it was all great. My favorite part about SE asia is just driving around on a motorbike and experiencing it all. Keep it up Paddy! Thanks for sharing with us.

[@remhk6672]

Wow...that waterfall!😍 laos may not have any beautiful beaches or islands but they have breathtaking natural sceneries and mystical waterfalls with turquoise water!

[@somchaypsp]

Amazing ! It’s heaven on earth ! I love ❤️ it !

[@thomashakansson5987]

I really love Luang Prabang, i really have to go back! Hope that you take a morning run around the city, one of my best run in my life!

[@francespulone292]

Absolutely loved Luang Prabang. We will hopefully go back next year.

[@antoninocafarella686]

Well those waterfall are worth the trip to Laos, but Laos as much more to offer and Luan prabang is the best city in Laos and one of the best in all of South East Asia. Keep up the great work mate.

[@doingittogether]

Wow wow wow!! That waterfall was amazing. Would love to go there one day. Thanks Paddy

[@julien6444]

We are now in Luang Prabang and visited the waterfalls today. We entered it at 8:10 and it was so chill almost walking there alone. Was indeed for us too the most beautiful waterfall we have seen with our own eyes. After 5 months of traveling Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam we could not believe we would be surprised by the beauty of a new country. But do far we do !!!

[@angelice30]

Paddy thanks for your advice in luang prabang. I visited yesterday the waterfalls at 8 in the morning and the place was all for myself. I even try the restaurant on the river and food was so good. And you are absolutely right driving around with a motorbike is the best way to discover part of laos that are not that turistic.

[@huwthomas6430]

I heard Luang Prabang was stunning, but nothing prepared for the beauty you showed us in this video. The waterfall....just WOW! The views from the temple on the hill were spectacular. Cracking video Paddy, thank you 😉😁

[@jay-doherty]

Great video! I loved Luang Prabang when I visited in April 2015. Waterfall was much more refreshing when it was warmer then. Area reminded me of what the countryside of Thailand was like back in the late 70s. Wonderful people. Hope it doesn’t get spoiled.

[@backpackingnowornever4519]

Hi Paddy, I love you’re video’s! I just finished my visit to Laos and the country has a speciale place in my heart. Like you I was the first visitor that day at the waterfall and it was realy special❤

[@garyross7644]

Went there first I’m in 2002 because a friend sent me a pic of the waterfall and I decided I needed to go. It’s actually more beautiful with the nice bridge there now! There’s actually 2 Waterfallsof LB. The 2nd on the same road. Stopped at some villages and gave out candy I bought before. Been there 3 times and need to go revisit. Hate to correct, but Your pronunciation is not quite correct. It’s Luang Prabang with out the Lang Prabong Luang without Lang. Thanks for a another great video!Again!

[@emmatorr5275]

Awesome video Paddy,loved the waterfalls so beautiful 🙂Luang Prabang looked like such a chill place to be.

[@melissacaballero289]

This one has me in all the feels, didn't want it to end! So beautiful and a mixed of everything. Paddy, loved the time lapse of your swimming at the waterfall.

[@PosPsycho88]

Wow....clearly the best waterfall we witnessed in your vlog. Even better the one in northern Vietnam. The torqouise colored water reminded me of Lake Phukaki in South Island of NZ. Thks once again Paddy for bringing us to witness this gorgeous place

[@curtchesnutt4992]

Outstanding...visually - one of the best ever! Im now green with envy. Looked like great day Mr. Paddy.

[@Luckysobos]

Amazing place I’m going in March next year thank you for a beautiful video ❤👍🏼

[@ianscott424]

My happy place... have lived there for the last decade and wouldn't want to be anywhere else. Still yet to find anywhere in Laos that I'd rather live.

[@stephenworthington-white8294]

There is an old path that was blocked off when I was there, we went over the barricade, and it goes half way up the big waterfall. The path is on the opposite side!! That was the only place where we were alone.Absolutely a gorgeous place. I don't love swimming but I swam in most of the pools because it just looked so cool and amazing!! Thanks for jogging my memories. Happy Travels

[@genevamerrick1833]

We've had the time of our lives in Southeast Asia ... thanks to you Paddy ... you've nailed it !!

[@thethailandtravellers]

That waterfall is just stunning!! Great video Paddy! Thanks for showing us the beauty of Laos👍

[@kellyb1330]

I went there in 2010. Want to live there it’s absolute perfection!

[@OS253]

I am from the USA. I want to live in Luang Prabang and Vang Vieng. They are small charming towns of French colonial architecture. I'm looking for peace and solitude. I don't like the busy lifestyle in America. Americans work too much. There's no time for rest and relaxation.

[@shaunashton9744]

I was in Luang Prabang in 96 but as it was August and the rainy season, the water falls didn't look as impressive as this. Don't think there was all the walkways as well. I think it's time to revisit Laos, thanks for this series.

[@harrietstewart-jones6647]

Excellent series. Thanks. We love Luang Prabang. I thought I saw you in the RedBul bar one evening. Next time I'll say hello!

[@thaitraveller77]

great video Paddy and good to see the waterfall ist just as beautiful as it was back in 1999 😀

[@starwolf621]

Lovely, thanks for bringing us along!

[@mayatsoneva]

Me and my boyfriend are absolutely loving this series Paddy! Thankyou for opening our eyes to a new country… on the bucket list now🤩

[@ezindelicious]

Hi from Australia!! Absolutely loving the Lao series. Spent a month there in 2005 and has always stuck as one of my favourite places. Am noticing some change though, naturally I guess over that amount of time. When I visited that waterfall near Luang Prabang there was hardly anything there ( bridges, duckwalk, etc). As an aside, I see my beloved Owls who've been languishing in League One have drawn Newcastle for R3 of the FA Cup. All I can say is WAWAW!!

[@Zodiac_ltz]

Wow ,,that's Kuang Si waterfalls (น้ำตกตาดกวางสี)

[@andrasch9]

I am speechless. So wonderful. Never been there yet, but after seeing your videi I am determined... Must breath in the paradise... Thanks so much , Paddy

[@TransparentMediaTruth]

Nailed another 1 Paddy 👍 Thanks for sharing as always🙏

[@behemoth0073]

Paddy. I’m a single bloke and I watch your videos every day. I’ve already planned my next trip using your travel guide and awesome travel tips for Laos! I love watching your videos. It reminds me why I work so hard, so I can enjoy 3 Months every year of amazing travel experiences! Thanks for uploading so frequently. Will you be going to Cambodia soon? Onya Paddy! 👍👍🤙🤙

[@PaddyDoyle.]

Cambodia is on the cards.... THANKS MATE

[@wiccanmoon63]

Jesus Paddy.. just when you think it can’t get any better!! You are Smashin it my friend. What a fantastic series! 🙏😍

[@mariettathornton5924]

Love this video Paddy❤ My husband & I have never been to Laos before and now have this country on our bucket list……thanks to you!

[@devinhymers1]

Great series paddy!!!! You have single handedly challenged my travel plans for next year.

[@DWilliams-sf5th]

I've recently started researching Asian waterfalls for a Penjing project, and I'm completely blown away by Kuang Si Waterfalls.

[@NickyDunn]

Hiya. Paddy. Wow. Beautiful video. That waterfall. Unreal. Thank you for taking us along. Very envious of your travels. What a great experience going on the tour. Glad you got to find out answers to questions you had. What a paradise. Beautiful place. Gorgeous architecture. Epic views. That food market was huge. Beautiful video. Thank you for sharing. Loving this series. Have a great week.

[@mia.m..]

Wow, absolutely stunning ❤

[@cryptotrader2779]

Yeah, I said it a few videos ago when you added that waterfall pic at the end. I said it looked like heaven on earth and the entire tour did not disappoint. What a stunning place. I could sit there for hours, but what surprised me the most was how the entire town was so lovely and peaceful. What a gorgeous little slice of heaven it is. 100% added to the bucket list and probably even number one on that list too. Thanks Paddy. That was lovely.

[@klor4682]

In 2003, I was a study abroad student at Chiang Mai University from the U.S. During our break, the professors took us to Laos where we had the freedom to explore Laos as we pleased (Again,. this was back in 2003! I am sure it is more restricted now. I went to Luang Prabang (pronounced Luang Braah-Buuung -- not Luang Braaa-BAAANG) with some willing students and we had a blast at this particular waterfall. The formation of the rocks have changed where I was able to stand on the left of the rock right where the waterfall fell from the top. It's too dangerous now to do it. There are secret swimming holes too but I am sure it is closed off to the public now.

[@punk6ster]

Thank u Paddy for showing us the most wonderful waterfall! 😍🤩👍

[@PilgartExplores]

That does look absolutely epic! Beauty everywhere you look. Paddy did you ever consider including more of your interactions with the locals in the places you go? I for one would love to see more of that, to get an idea of the culture. Thanks for showing us Laos, you are slowly convincing me to go explore for myself.

[@roygoad2870]

I’am in Luang Prabang with my Thai girlfriend and really the culture is very similar to Northern Thailand, the language is as well, it’s great being with her which helps so much wherever we go. The locals are just as friendly as Thais, especially as this is a very touristy town!

[@DennisdeRuiterrrr]

I was here 7 years ago and it's amazing... bcs it's in Laos it isn't to busy like in Bali for example

[@lingdatang669]

11:47 turqouise pool

[@kborom1]

Just back from that lovely city, only had 3 days though. Went to a different waterfall but equally beautiful and a must is a trip along the Mekon, so relaxing! Thanks for brining back some recent memories!

[@johngagne986]

Thank you my friend. Sometimes there are no words for the reveals you bring to us. Be safe and enjoy.

[@PaddyDoyle.]

Thanks, you too!

[@Thailandforever]

A magical place, I don't have the words...

[@PaddyDoyle.]

I get it haha

[@leevikiviranta9071]

I was at this waterfalls 2019 November, it is so beautiful! Seems like it has even more water now, perhaps it's been more rain this autumn

[@AmbientWalking]

Absolutely love this video. Please make more like this! Thank you! :)

[@ricecookerbaking]

Beautifully done Paddy. That waterfall is even more beautiful. Haven't been there since 2001. Need to get back there. Love riding along with you ❤

[@TheThaiLife]

This was a fantastic video. Well done. You captured the magic and feeling of where you were.

[@cinderella1295]

WOOW ! Love your video Paddy D., you show pure bliss and breathtaking beauty of Laos most unique place ! Luang Prabang is my alltime fav. city aswell. The countryside is unbeatable and your are right - its heavenly !!Thank you superb Paddy D. best video about Laos!💕👍🎬

[@GregorBrown]

That waterfall is next level! 😎👍

[@douglasliddell6646]

YOUR THOUGHTS ON KWANGZI FALLS ARE ALMOST EXACTLY THE SAME THOUGHTS I HAD FROM THE SAME VANTAGE POINTS WHEN I WAS THERE. HEAVEN ON EARTH FOR SURE. I LOVED LUANG PRABANG. MY GIRLFRIEND IS FROM LAOS AND ILL BE PURCHASING A HOME THERE IN LAOS THIS YEAR. SO MUCH MORE PEACEFUL THERE THAN NORTH AMERICA.

[@joanmorgan3758]

Beautifully presented Paddy. The waterfalls are stunning , so much beauty. Thank you for sharing you have certainly opened my eyes to how lovely Laos is 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@telep1716]

Awesome video Paddy! The cinematography especially of the waterfall was spot on. Didn’t realise the scale of the waterfall till I saw your drone shots.

[@leesinnorai1871]

Absolutely beautiful and gorgeous place in Laos 🇱🇦

[@hadynjeffrey8210]

Absolutely stunning shots. The look on your face you could see you where in heaven

[@terry-cn8ks]

that waterfall is one of most beautiful things I've ever seen

[@poramint.884]

I was hoping you would do more trip in Laos, and you did. 🎉 Have a good one!

[@ErinFischer-f1u]

Thank you for your videos Paddy! Have used them so much lately. Went to the Kuang Si waterfalls early, super advice. Also did an Orange Robe tour with Tay and that was amazing, and now I’m sure you’ll be pleased to know he’s expecting a baby in Feb!! ❤

[@moseskravitz]

Thank you Paddy. I had the good fortune to spend a few days in LP a few years ago and had the same reaction you did. And yes the waterfall is paradisiacal. Your video has spurred me to re- visit

[@melissafrye76]

Wow! What a lovely area of the world! That waterfall was beyond gorgeous... Wow. Definitely have to put that area on my list! 🥰

[@PaddyDoyle.]

Please do!

[@trentpatton2616]

Thank you Paddy this is definitely on my bucket list wow wow wow 👌

[@roni2715]

Just a fantastic vid, you have captured Luang Prabang in a such a short time perfectly, thank you Paddy. Great work.

[@mrg8537]

Luang Prabang is a beautiful place, not overly spoilt by tourism. So compact and easy to explore on foot

[@ingopaul67]

Luang Prabang is an absolute jewel and those waterfalls are the most amazing thing ever, and yes the most beautiful I've ever seen to.

[@ashishgusani]

Also the accomodation looked great! It's a gorgeous town..

[@PaddyDoyle.]

I think so too!