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Laos MEKONG RIVER Cruise & Luang Prabang | Shompoo Cruise

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๐Ÿ‘๏ธ 25K views๐Ÿ“… 2 years agoโฑ๏ธ 14:10
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โค๏ธ Best for CoupleAsia ยท Spring ยท 2 nightsFrom way chaiVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

we are the retirement Travelers thank you if you've been following along with us you know that we most recently traveled through Vietnam Cambodia and Thailand

our choice is made for us because we needed a certain date and we ended up on the nicer boat run by shampoo cruises I think we spent 230 dollars each in order to take the cruise

the boat goes both ways both up and down the river and you can travel from either end yeah this trip is a two-day Journey with an overnight stop in Pak bang on the way to luang pen bang

we had absolutely no idea that there was gold in these hair Parts but there must be you know I think cutest thing we saw on the entire trip were the children playing and swimming in the water

Creator's Tips & Advice

โœ“Arrive early at waterfalls to enjoy before crowds
โœ“Check air quality in spring in Northern Thailand and Laos due to field burning

๐Ÿ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Choosing between cheaper and upgraded cruise options โ€” Choose based on date availability; Shompoo Cruise provided a nicer boat

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow to travel from Thailand to Luang Prabang by Mekong River cruise
QWhat to expect on a two-day Shompoo Cruise on the Mekong River

Topics Covered

Excursions3ยฝ Happy BaconService Crew4ยฝ Happy BaconPort Destination4ยฝ Happy BaconItinerary Route4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Luang Prabang4ยฝ Happy Bacon
Top: Kuang Xi Falls (ten dollars less to get the tuk-tuk rather than a van)
Pak Bang3ยฝ Happy Bacon
Way Chai2ยฝ Happy Bacon
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In today's video in beautiful Laos, we take a two-day river cruise down the Mekong River and arrive in one of our favorite towns, Luang Prabang. Laos is a beautiful country located in Southeast Asia, known for its stunning landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and warm hospitality. Here are some reasons why we love Laos: Natural beauty: Laos is home to breathtaking natural landscapes, including lush mountains, cascading waterfalls, serene rivers, and scenic rice fields. Places like Luang Prabang, Vang Vieng, and the Bolaven Plateau offer stunning views and opportunities for outdoor activities. Cultural heritage: Laos has a unique and vibrant culture deeply influenced by Buddhism. The country is dotted with ornate Buddhist temples, and the daily ritual of giving alms to monks is a sight to behold. Traditional festivals, such as Boun Pi Mai (Lao New Year) and Boun Ok Phansa (end of Buddhist Lent), showcase the country's rich traditions. Slow-paced lifestyle: Laos is often described as a laid-back and relaxed destination. The slow-paced lifestyle allows visitors to unwind and immerse themselves in the tranquility of the surroundings. The locals are known for their friendliness and welcoming nature, adding to the overall charm of the country. Adventure and outdoor activities: Laos offers a range of adventurous activities for those seeking excitement. Trekking through remote villages, kayaking along the Mekong River, exploring limestone caves, and zip-lining through dense forests are just a few examples of the thrilling experiences available. Culinary delights: Lao cuisine is diverse and flavorful, with influences from neighboring countries like Thailand, Vietnam, and China. From delicious noodle soups like khao soi to spicy papaya salads (tam mak hoong) and sticky rice (khao niao), Lao food offers a unique culinary experience. Video # 115 โ–ถ๏ธ We started our channel to inspire and share our world travel lifestyle, adventures, and optimistic outlook on life with others. After completing a two-year journey in our Airstream to see all 50 states and 51 National Parks, we left to travel abroad. We have downsized our possessions and sold our home so that we can wander about with only the things in our backpacks. We love living on the road, traveling each week to a new location. We plan to travel extensively to every part of the world. Ours is not a slow travel lifestyle but rather a vagabondish one. The goal is not to check a country off a list, but to experience it by meeting new people, seeing how others live, and making new friends. We believe in laughing, loving, and living our lives to the fullest. We are working hard to build a beautiful website where you can get travel information about the places we have been. In addition, we post blog articles to help you travel better. Our channel is a way of augmenting that effort, so sometimes we post videos about how to travel or a vlog showing our lives on the road as we do an activity or an adventure. We also post Shorts, so check those out, too. We hope to entertain you, but most importantly, we want to inspire you and give you the confidence to plan your own adventure around the world. We invite you to subscribe and comment. We also hope you follow the link to our website and sign up for our newsletter. It's a great way to keep up-to-date with our travels. โ—€๏ธ @RetirementTravelers โญ๏ธOUR WEBSITE: https://www.retirementtravelers.com โญ๏ธOUR NEWSLETTER: http://eepurl.com/h_P0RD โญ๏ธOUR TRAVEL STORE: https://retirementtravelers.com/retirement-travelers-store-best-travel-products ๐Ÿ˜Ž Send us a note or comment on our other channels, too! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/retirementtravelers Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/retirementtravelers Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/retirementtravelers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/retirement-travelers #laos #laostravel #visitlaos #worldtravel #worldtravelvlog #worldtraveler #retirementtravelers #travelcouples #luangprabang #southeastasia #mekongontour #rivercruises Retirement Travelers is a registered trademark. All rights reserved.