Luang Prabang AUTHENTIC Alms + Nate's Birthday!
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The creator documents their final day in Luang Prabang, beginning with an early morning attempt to find an authentic alms ceremony. After finding no monks at a distant temple, the creator searches side streets parallel to the main procession and finds a more traditional experience. The day continues with celebrations for Nate's birthday, which includes a breakfast of apple croissants and a massage. During the massage, the creator meets a local woman named Noi and shares a meal with her and other women. The pair also visits a bamboo bridge that is only available for part of the year due to the rainy season, noting the maintenance fee required to cross. After visiting a favorite local coffee shop for sandwiches, the creators prepare for an overnight journey. They decide to take a first class VIP bus to Vientiane instead of flying to save money, despite the long travel time. The video concludes with the creators settling in for their bus ride toward the capital city.
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I was pretty disappointed with the first giving of the alms ceremony so I've woken up at about 5:30 in an attempt to find a more traditional giving
I had a really good time with noi a lot became Facebook friends she was the sweetest
this bamboo bridge is here only 6 months a year when the rainy season comes the bridge has to be removed cuz there's too much water
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