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Day 42
Friday, November 17, 2023 at 10:00 AM
⛅ 24 °C
Altitude: 173 m
Laos Viengxai 17.972449, 102.62028317°58’21” N 102°37’13” E
Patuxai, Vientiane, Laos
November 17, 2023 in Laos ⋅ ⛅ 24 °C
Laos' version of the arc de triomphe, it was a walk away from our accommodation but worth it. Nice water features in front and we found a shaded spot to have a relax too. Made with money provided by the US for a new airport, so nicknamed the vertical runway!Read more
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Day 42
Friday, November 17, 2023 at 11:30 AM
☁️ 26 °C
Altitude: 171 m
Laos Viengxai 17.957787, 102.62037517°57’28” N 102°37’13” E
COPE Visitor Centre, Vientiane, Laos
November 17, 2023 in Laos ⋅ ☁️ 26 °C
After seeing some beautiful sites around Laos visiting COPE really brought us back to the reality for this stunning country.

Still dealing with the aftermath of US bombings during the Vietnam war, and still holding the title of most bombed country in the world per capita.

From 1964 to 1973, the U.S. dropped more than 2.5M tons of ordnance on Laos during 580,000 bombings —equal to a planeload of bombs every eight minutes, 24 hours a day, for NINE years.

Up to a third of the bombs dropped, around 80 million, did not explode.

Over 5 decades on, less than 10% of these munitions have been destroyed.Read more
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Day 43
Saturday, November 18, 2023 at 10:00 AM
☀️ 24 °C
Altitude: 179 m
Laos Ban Xiangkhouan 17.912585, 102.76489417°54’45” N 102°45’54” E
Buddha Park, Vientiane, Laos
November 18, 2023 in Laos ⋅ ☀️ 24 °C
A curious site, with a mixture of Hindu and Buddhist images interwined around beautiful flowers. You could crawl through a creature's mouth and wind your way up the stairs to reach 'heaven' (the view point at the top).

Health and safety inspectors have definitely not been here, as I'm surprised both Luke and I managed to avoid falling from heaven, or losing our footing on the non existent steps!Read more
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Day 43
Saturday, November 18, 2023 at 5:28 PM
Altitude: 155 m
Laos Vientiane 17.963504, 102.60127617°57’49” N 102°36’5” E
Sunset Mekong Spot, Vientiane, Laos
November 18, 2023 in Laos
Yet another sunset I dragged Luke too. This time sat in Laos, watching the sun disappear behind the Thai skyline.

Right behind the night market, to the side of a children's amusement park!

7.8/10 on the luke sunset scale.Read more
TravelerBeautiful!!! Xx
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Day 45
Monday, November 20, 2023 at 5:00 AM
🌙 17 °C
Altitude: 237 m
Laos Phou Salao 15.095096, 105.81354215°5’42” N 105°48’49” E
Wat Phou Salao, Pakse, Laos
November 20, 2023 in Laos ⋅ 🌙 17 °C
Large Buddha and temple at the top of a mountain, roughly 550 steps. Outstanding views from the top, with a stunning sunset cut short by the insects feasting on us. Fun tuk tuk ride took us back to the city too!Read more
TravelerAmazing video! Luke what was your score on the sunset? Xx
11/22/23Reply
TravelerI did ask him at the time, but we've both forgotten now! maybe 8.2? xx
11/23/23Reply
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Day 46
Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at 3:30 PM
☁️ 29 °C
Altitude: 174 m
Laos Ban Nongsa 14.848968, 105.81496414°50’56” N 105°48’54” E
Wat Phou, Champasak, Laos
November 21, 2023 in Laos ⋅ ☁️ 29 °C
Absolutely stunning ruins, surreal landscape and active temple at the top of the steps.

Couldn't say wow enough.
TravelerI will add another “wow!”
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Day 46
Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at 5:10 PM
☁️ 28 °C
Altitude: 112 m
Laos Ban Sangdua 14.838201, 105.81459814°50’18” N 105°48’53” E
Prasak Hong Nang Sida, Chamapasak, Laos
November 21, 2023 in Laos ⋅ ☁️ 28 °C
After enjoying Wat Phou we took the chance to see a less touristy site of Prasat Hong Nang Sida, a temple which is being reconstructed currently.

The sun was just about to set, and as we admired (tuk tuk driver included) two children played with a wheelbarrow close by.

The site was closed and we had to be ushered out, and then sped down the champasak roads back to the guesthouse.Read more
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Day 46–48
November 21, 2023 - November 23, 2023
2 nights
☁️ 29 °C
Altitude: 96 m
Laos Ban Muangsen 14.89698, 105.88050714°53’49” N 105°52’50” E
Champasak, Laos
Nov 21–23, 2023 in Laos ⋅ ☁️ 29 °C
Such a cute village, beautifully quiet and serene while being a perfect base to visit Wat Phou it is definitely worth a visit in its own right.
TravelerGorgeous sunset and sunrise 🙂
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Day 47
Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at 10:00 AM
☁️ 27 °C
Altitude: 94 m
Laos Ban Sichanthô 14.889896, 105.91280614°53’24” N 105°54’46” E
Sichanhtho Temple, Don Deang Island,Laos
November 22, 2023 in Laos ⋅ ☁️ 27 °C
A colourful temple looking over the Mekong river on Don Deang Island. Very peaceful
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Day 47
Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at 11:00 AM
⛅ 29 °C
Altitude: 99 m
Laos Xé Dôn 15.121874, 105.7977715°7’19” N 105°47’52” E
Wat Luang, Pakse, Laos
November 22, 2023 in Laos ⋅ ⛅ 29 °C
One of the jewels of Pakse, lovely temple to visit on the edge of the mekong
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Day 47
Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at 12:00 PM
⛅ 30 °C
Altitude: 111 m
Laos Houay Mouang 14.903846, 105.89882814°54’14” N 105°53’56” E
Don Deang Beach, Champasak, Laos
November 22, 2023 in Laos ⋅ ⛅ 30 °C
Beautiful Beach at the north of Don Deang Island. Soft, light sand which was HOT in the midday sun. Fishermen working to the side, and peaceful when their music wasn't playing.
TravelerGorgeous! Xx
11/25/23Reply
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Day 49
Friday, November 24, 2023 at 10:00 AM
☀️ 23 °C
Altitude: 958 m
Laos Ban Lak Si Sip 15.18056, 106.13851215°10’50” N 106°8’19” E
Tad Gneuang, Bolaven Plateau, Laos
November 24, 2023 in Laos ⋅ ☀️ 23 °C
Two very high waterfalls, with ziplines across for a better view (which we decided not to do). Area was lovely and quiet with a dogs wandering.
TravelerNo zip wire for you Andrea!! I am surprised 😲
11/29/23Reply
TravelerLuke did give me permission, but he has been said many times how we aren't insured for zip wires (only bungee jumps?!) so I'd never live it down if anything happened!
11/29/23Reply
TravelerVery sensible! Xx
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Day 49
Friday, November 24, 2023 at 11:00 AM
☀️ 25 °C
Altitude: 871 m
Laos Ban Phakkout 15.180687, 106.12974115°10’50” N 106°7’47” E
Tad Fane, Bolaven Plateau, Laos
November 24, 2023 in Laos ⋅ ☀️ 25 °C
Amazing waterfalls, starts with a mostly level area as the river runs through with bridges to walk over, grassy areas to sit, and trees to shelter. Walk down to the bottom to reveal a huge waterfall, and climb down the steps to be splashed with cascading water.

Favourite one yet!Read more
TravelerBeautiful! Xx
11/29/23Reply
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Day 49
Friday, November 24, 2023 at 12:00 PM
☀️ 26 °C
Altitude: 996 m
Laos Ban Phakkout 15.202454, 106.13265915°12’9” N 106°7’58” E
Tad Champee, Bolaven Plateau, Laos
November 24, 2023 in Laos ⋅ ☀️ 26 °C
Stunning Waterfall with cave behind, bridge to cross had been flooded away. I tried to wade over to the other side for a closer view, but water was deep and full of slippery rocks!

Wish we had thought ahead and brought swimming gear 😔Read more
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Day 51
Sunday, November 26, 2023 at 9:00 PM
☁️ 25 °C
Altitude: 8 m
Vietnam Sơn Trà 16.061218, 108.22956816°3’40” N 108°13’46” E
Dragon's Bridge, Da Nang, Vietnam
November 26, 2023 in Vietnam ⋅ ☁️ 25 °C
Dragon's Bridge all lit up and breathing fire and smoke!
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Day 52
Monday, November 27, 2023 at 4:30 AM
⛅ 24 °C
Altitude: 71 m
Vietnam Vịnh Bãi Nam 16.09975, 108.2785916°5’59” N 108°16’43” E
Lady Buddha, Da Nang, Vietnam
November 27, 2023 in Vietnam ⋅ ⛅ 24 °C
Fantastic visit to Lady Buddha, the pagoda and surroundings were so peaceful and gorgeous but the views were stunning!
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Day 52
Monday, November 27, 2023 at 10:00 AM
⛅ 27 °C
Altitude: 66 m
Vietnam Montagnes de Marbre 16.004045, 108.26277316°0’15” N 108°15’46” E
Marble mountains, De Nang, Vietnam
November 27, 2023 in Vietnam ⋅ ⛅ 27 °C
We had such a good time exploring Marble Mountains, there was a bit of a hike up to the top view point but it was worth it!
TravelerLovely to see sunshine. It’s not as bad as your wet season but Tetley has refused to go outside today so far because of the rain. Hope it stops soon as best he is bursting!! 😣
12/4/23Reply
TravelerHa! Yes, this was one of the nice days we had in Da Nang. Its raining lots here, but usually short and sharp bursts. Hope it stops raining over there soon tetley can pee haha or you'll have to get him a raincoat, or hold an umbrella over him 😂 xx
12/4/23Reply
TravelerHe has a raincoat but hates it! The poor dear doesn’t like getting his feet wet either 🐾🤣
12/4/23Reply
TravelerOh no! He's not gonna have much luck over winter! xx
12/4/23Reply
TravelerHe will have to get used to it!! Finally I managed to force him outside!
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Day 53
Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at 11:00 AM
☁️ 26 °C
Altitude: 6 m
Vietnam Da Nang 16.060302, 108.22326916°3’37” N 108°13’24” E
Cham Musuem, Da Nang, Vietnam
November 28, 2023 in Vietnam ⋅ ☁️ 26 °C
Cham Musuem/Musuem of Champa Sculpture had some fantastically detailed sculptures on display.

And A LOT of boobs.
TravelerHehe 😉
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Day 55–62
November 30, 2023 - December 7, 2023
7 nights
🌧 28 °C
Altitude: 8 m
Vietnam Museum of Trade Ceramics 15.877179, 108.32714715°52’38” N 108°19’38” E
Hoi An Ancient Town, Vietnam
Nov 30–Dec 7, 2023 in Vietnam ⋅ 🌧 28 °C
Beautiful ancient town, set on the river with colourful boats and thousands of lanterns decorating the iconic yellow buildings that line the streets. Plenty of beautiful historic sites to view as well, from assembly halls to communal houses. Absolute feast for your eyes.Read more
TravelerThese are your best photos yet!! LOVE the colours xx
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Day 61
Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at 10:00 AM
☁️ 27 °C
Altitude: 34 m
Vietnam Mỹ Sơn 15.763195, 108.12404115°45’48” N 108°7’27” E
My Son Sanctuary, Vietnam
December 6, 2023 in Vietnam ⋅ ☁️ 27 °C
My Son was a really interesting site to visit as it's closely linked to Wat Phou in Laos that we visited too. The location was very similar, deep in the jungle, and although condition wasn't as good (due to American bombings as it was used a vietcong headquarters) there was obvious similar architectural styles and religious imagery. Many of the carvings that were well preserved had been taken to Da Nong during French rule and placed in the sculpture museum that we visited previously too - although a shame not to see them as a complete whole at least we got to view them.

'My Son' means beautiful mountain, which it really was.Read more
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Day 64
Saturday, December 9, 2023 at 10:00 AM
☁️ 27 °C
Altitude: 10 m
Vietnam North Central Coast 16.468544, 107.57869716°28’7” N 107°34’43” E
Imperial city, Hue, Vietnam
December 9, 2023 in Vietnam ⋅ ☁️ 27 °C
The Imperial City had MAGNIFICENT gates ♥️ and a stunning garden to relax in. We had a lovely morning stroll taking in the sites.

We saw some unusual birds while relaxing at the side of a pond, and witnessed a long horned beetle flying towards us too.

Although not quite what we expected, as much of the buildings had been restored recently, it was still enjoyable.Read more
TravelerBeautiful!! Xx
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Day 64
Saturday, December 9, 2023 at 3:00 PM
⛅ 27 °C
Altitude: 16 m
Vietnam Thôn Nguyệt Biều 16.454288, 107.54468916°27’15” N 107°32’41” E
Thien Mu Pagoda, Hue, Vietnam
December 9, 2023 in Vietnam ⋅ ⛅ 27 °C
Pagodas are quickly becoming one of my favourite places to visit; the locations are always spectacular, the gardens and shrines serene to wander around, surrounded by beautiful buildings, and free as well!

Thien Mu Pagoda was extra poignant as it also housed the car that Thích Quảng Đức drove to the scene of his famous protest in 1963 when he burned himself to death in Saigon - also immediately becoming an iconic image, and sparking a turning point in history.Read more
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Day 65
Sunday, December 10, 2023 at 9:30 AM
⛅ 26 °C
Altitude: 14 m
Vietnam Lăng Tự Đức 16.433019, 107.56643116°25’59” N 107°33’59” E
Tu Duc Tomb, Hue, Vietnam
December 10, 2023 in Vietnam ⋅ ⛅ 26 °C
Our first stop of the day was the tomb of Emporer Tu Duc, a large site which has been designed with Feng Shui to ensure serenity and balance. The (actually) modest tomb definitely achieved a sense of calm ♥️Read more
TravelerDick, that was meant to be an ironic photo...
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TravelerBeautiful and I don’t mean the man! 🤣
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Day 65
Sunday, December 10, 2023 at 11:00 AM
⛅ 28 °C
Altitude: 20 m
Vietnam Tomb of Khai Dinh 16.40794, 107.57858216°24’29” N 107°34’43” E
Thuy Thien Waterpark, Hue, Vietnam
December 10, 2023 in Vietnam ⋅ ⛅ 28 °C
Second stop was a casual bit of urban exploration, a surreal experience to find an abandoned waterpark in the middle of the jungle...although still not remote enough to avoid locals trying to sell us something!Read more
TravelerJust like a movie set!
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Day 65
Sunday, December 10, 2023 at 12:00 PM
☀️ 29 °C
Altitude: 33 m
Vietnam Thôn Châu Chữ 16.399144, 107.59036316°23’57” N 107°35’25” E
Khai Dinh Tomb, Hue, Vietnam
December 10, 2023 in Vietnam ⋅ ☀️ 29 °C
Last and final stop was the tomb of Emporer Khai Dinh, which was extravagant in every way. The location was fantastic, perched on the side of a hill with stunning views. I had no idea while climbing up each terrace that the bejewelled tomb was waiting within...Read more
TravelerMagnificent and a VERY busy day!!!
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