Laos Slideshow

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From the earthy brown pigment of the Mekong River, to the saffron robes worn by the Buddhist novices, or the intense green grass in the countryside, and the golden lotus petals of Pha That Luang Temple--The brilliant colors of Laos will remain painted in my memory, along with the friendly smiles of the Lao people, the tasty varieties of fresh fruit shakes sipped along with delectable Lao dishes, the temples, and the outdoorsy activities. Elephant riding, tubing, and motorbiking are at an arms reach away. Best of all, Laos it’s reasonably untouched. It’s one of the few places left on this planet without a McDonalds or Starbucks. The country itself is poor and undeveloped, a region composed of mountains and very few resources. Traveler footprints are far less visible than in other areas in the region, though they are developing at a reasonable rate. Laos is decades behind somewhere like Thailand, a place that has clearly been discovered on the tourism trail. Although Laos is known as “the most bombed country in history,” according to the Lonely Planet, everything seems a bit more laid back in Laos.