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Today we begin out adventures in Laos by first crossing the border with Zelda (my motorbike) and getting our first impressions of Laos.
Laos is a landlocked country next to Thailand - Cambodia - China - Vietnam and Myanmar and somewhere that is relatively untouched by mass tourism.
There are so many places that I can't wait to explore but as this first episode details, we need to get into the country first and then get to know the capital city of Vientiane.
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@PaddyDoyle. Год назад

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@ianbarton335 Год назад

I went to Lao in 2003. You could go inside the arch and there was a balcony around the top. Is that not open now?

@PaddyDoyle. Год назад

It's currently closed sadly

@user-oi4wl3fz2h Год назад

ຍິນດີຕ້ອນຮັບສູ່ ສປປລາວ ຢາກທ່ຽວປ່າມາເດີ້ສິພາທ່ຽວ

@wolschu5895 Год назад

I love Laos where I spent time in 1973 during the Vietnam war. I had the most amazing adventures in this beautiful country such as witnessing two coup d’etats including the bombing of the Royal Palace, arrested for breaking the curfew, later released. Vientiane was full of spooks, a delightful small town along the mighty Mekong river, I was living at the notorious Hotel Lido, on arrival there they carried out a deceased Frenchman. Luang Prabang was the old royal capital, such a beautiful place, in the distance one could hear the occasional sound of mortars blasting targets not far away. The beauty of this unique place was matched by the locals’ hospitality I also visited other places in Laos, especially a town named Ban Houei Sai in the North of Laos right in the Golden Triangle where the opium trade was in full bloom, as were the poppy fields outside of town. As it turned out Laos became a Communist country, the King of Laos was replaced by his brother who became the President of the Socialist Republic of Laos. Only in Laos ! It is such a special country, the people are genuinely friendly and helpful, as long as visitors respect the feelings of modesty while in this Buddhist community.I am feeling privileged to have experienced what is one of the most unique and beautiful countries in Asia.

@SlashGamingftw 8 месяцев назад

So u were in the American army? I only wonder how many people u butchered and dropped nukes on

@AfamKingo Год назад

Your editing is absolutely astounding paddy. Especially doing this on the road. Excited for the series ahead!

@juliawhiteman Год назад

Laos is HIGH on my bucket list thanks to your incredible videos!!! Thank you for leaving google maps links 💕 makes it SO helpful for future travel planning!

@Lauren_aida Год назад

Laos is my favorite place in SEA! Nong Khiaw/Muang Ngoy are the most incredible places!

@HamNoytheDutchGuy Год назад

Yes buddy, we are off starting the Laos series 🤟 Bringin back some memories when we were there in 2019. Did the bordercrossing at the same place but it was with train and bus. And what a paperwork you did via that agency, good research mate, well done 👊 Can't wait for the next episode, this was a very great first video. Thanks for that 🙏 And as always Paddy, C Ya in the next one, cheers 🙌🍻

@davidwilliams7552 Год назад

Sweet I visited Laos in 1992 and am excited to be returning there in January!

@lsampaongoen7584 Год назад

This is my new favourite youtube channel - thank you Paddy for taking us with you; your videos are always interesting, relaxing and beautifully shot - they make my days better and I cannot wait to follow your latest adventure in Laos! x

@PaddyDoyle. Год назад

Ah thanks 🙏👍

@Sardosam Год назад

Wonderful video Paddy

@fuzagi Год назад

Lao and Thailand might seem similar on the surface, but the difference is mostly in the people, through interactions, we could learn so much more new pov.

@PaddyDoyle. Год назад

Can't wait to explore some more ☺️

@mitchhumlao Год назад

Glad to hear you say the name of the country correctly. LAO. Very good. I saw someone wrote the Laotian. There really is no such word. My wife is LAO. The country is LAO .the language is LAO. Not a put down and the LAO people will not correct you as they don't want to hurt your feelings or sometimes they just don't care. Have spent many years there off and on. Going back in Jan. Can't wait. m

@oneviwatara9384 Год назад

Lao is a people from a country called Laos.

@travelertrome8449 Год назад

Finally in Laos! Well done Paddy. I went on a trip to Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia in 2012, and Laos was the surprise of the trip. So beautiful and less touristy! Was a laid back culture compared to the bustle of Vietnam. Looking forward to this series!

@PaddyDoyle. Год назад

Cheers 🥂

@philiproyle8859 Год назад

Laos is the most bombed country in the world. 20 years ago i first went from Thailand. Even then there was border crossing problems. We hired a minibus as a group. A tour of Vientiane. We were all excited. We were driven to the tour guides family restaurant. The tour guides family souvenir shop. The tour guides mini mart. We couldn't wait to get back to Thailand. Your video has made me think that there is more to see than the family business in Laos. Looking forward to the sights.

@thuanminh8103 Год назад

Việt Nam mới nhiều nhất

@chukhuthollu5471 Год назад

🤣

@tomdurover Год назад

The bomb situation is absolutely terrible and should get more attention

@geemoney138 Год назад

Hello, since you've been there so many times, the S is silent right?

@chukhuthollu5471 Год назад

@@geemoney138 in laotian langauege S is not pronounced.

@chrisperkins7331 Год назад

Hi Paddy I am glad to hear you like Lao, as I agree with you complexly. I have lived in Lao for the last 16 years, 4 of which was managing "Pan's Place " G/H in Vang Vieng from 2010-14. One small point I would make is that Lao may have an "S" at the end of it, but it is silent like the "S" on the end of Paris. I now live out in the county side out side Pakxan, just of route 13. If you would like to have a chat with someone who was first in Lao before you were born(1973) drop me a line to arrange a day for it.

@oneviwatara9384 Год назад

Lao is a people from a country called Laos.

@chrisperkins7331 Год назад

@@oneviwatara9384 The Lao people never pronounce the "S", I guess they would know best what is correct.

@patbeulah6208 Год назад

@@chrisperkins7331 since when is the s in Paris silent?

@chrisperkins7331 Год назад

@@patbeulah6208 Ask any French native speaker, it has been forever. I understand English speakers seem to think their way of pronouncing a word is the right way, but it often is not. Just look at how many city names in the old British empire now say the names of their cities the way they were before the Brits arrived.

@jonnybnice Год назад

Finally! I have been waiting for this. My wife is from Savannakhet in Laos and I have been there 3 times. But I have not had time for a real tour yet. So now? I have my Vietnamese coffee (The best coffee there is in my opinion) and I am really looking forward to this journey with you. Thank you so much for traveling the country I hope to retire in later in life, with your cameras and insightful comments ;)

@outolempinimi5165 Год назад

You know why agents are so often needed in South EA to smooth things out, sometimes even on the simplest matters? You will find the answer inside a brown envelope. Btw, the best currency exchange rates (over the official spot rate) in Vientiane are found at Ave Lane Xiang, just a bit north of Talat Sao market.

@vidadulay3620 Год назад

i really like Paddy Doyle's vlogs, they're so authentic.

@world-uk2vj Год назад

the arrival of incongruous hard rock cafe into the historical area amongst temples and Wats is a sure sign the former quiet beautiful laos is being dismantled, by malevolent forces

@brunowinter931 Год назад

Stay safe, don't forget to drive on the right hand side of the road. I'm looking forward to see your journey.

@beverlyweber4122 Год назад

What a story. Yeah, seeing other people struggle to get into Laos with their bikes, watching their frustration immediately BEFORE you get into the queue to do the same yourself, albeit with proper assistance, puts adrenaline and stress level to the max. No wonder you are mentally tired right after. I can't wait to see "the real Laos" out in the countryside. Your filming and drone skills are excellent, and improving daily, so this series promises to be epic!

@PaddyDoyle. Год назад

Ah thanks Beverly 💝

@narougdetyodthongdee3420 Год назад

ทำคลิปออกมาได้สวยเหมือนเดิม มุมมองน่าสาใจเสมอหวังว่าจะมีประสพการณ์ที่ดี เดินทางปลอดภัยครับ.

@klor4682 Год назад

***SCREEEEEEAM**** OMG!! I am SUPER excited for this adventure! No one can do Laos justice like you. I am so glad you are there to give us first hand exploration and journey. I know you will not disappoint! :)

@PaddyDoyle. Год назад

Ah thanks Kia 💘

@CoulterTravel Год назад

I love Laos. That drive you have coming up from up to the north to Luang Prabang (think that’s it?) I done in a Ford Range, the best drive over ever done in my life!

@gregwaddle2616 Год назад

Thanks, for your information. We are traveling there this coming Friday from Bangkok and using a travel agency. Thanks again, I really enjoy your travels.

@sander5086 Год назад

Level 3, bring it on Paddy!!!! This video was already a great introduction to Lao!!!

@davidlist7507 Год назад

I never liked Laos but had to go there in the old days for Thai Visa coverage and I will stay in Thailand till I die. sixty-five now going on 66 this Nov, 12th. I live with 14 years younger Thai wife in a village of Nakhon Sawan all Thais mostly. The monetary system is totally wacko in Laos...

@rogerlecuyer6951 Год назад

Appreciate your determination and enthusiasm when you start up another adventure. its what makes you top of your game. Thank you.

@PaddyDoyle. Год назад

Cheers Roger 😘

@dirtbikediary Год назад

The Olde "You have to go thorugh an agency routine!" Tourists are easy targets!

@thuanminh8103 Год назад

Mong cho người anh em Lào càng phát triển thêm nữa

@davidwilliams7552 Год назад

So true about not expecting things to make sense, just smile and wai and be patient. This is the essential attitude in this part of the world.

@lindaneth1276 Год назад

I’ll be in Laos during march and your Channel is very helpful for me

@pabloyvieng Год назад

Hey Paddy, I was just in Vientiane. Lao little less than 2 months ago. Love the fresh warm air there. You should go back in the evenings, cool lights and water show. Hope you enjoy Lao

@sjmoss1978 Год назад

the flavour of architectural history in almost every Asian country is both unique and captivating Paddy. Just beautiful. Definitely on my bucket list when I next head over to Vietnam, just a short flight away! Great start, what's a series without a little bit of drama to kick things off!?! At least Zelda is with you!

@PaddyDoyle. Год назад

Cheers Shane 😘

@Klaaske22 8 месяцев назад

Like it!!

@AmbientWalking Год назад

Awesome. Always happy to be able to see the world through your eyes. :)

@stefftraveler Год назад

cheers @paddy Doyle. i liked the video, the storytelling, the atmosphere of lao.

@MyLuckywoman Год назад

Welcome to Vientiane, thank you for coming to Laos. Hope you enjoy your trip.

@davesivirn2283 Год назад

This should be fun. I rode from Vientiane to Luang Prabang on two occasions. different routes each time. Lao has such great scenery and diverse terrain. The people are great, and lets not forget the wonderful Beer Lao 😀

@PaddyDoyle. Год назад

Haha absolutely 🙂

@smoothriderr Год назад

You should show the viewers how you take your shorts with your camera, drone etc and make your videos for us to watch. A class on how you do all this

@Kyle031 Год назад

Appreciate your effort, Paddy. I had been in Luang Namtha, Muang Sing, Huay Xai, Nong Khiaw, Vang Vieng, and Luang Prabang back in 2020 right before the pandemic. It was fun and there were moments which I felt out of the real world. Enjoy it and have a good one 😊👌

@PaddyDoyle. Год назад

I can't nt wait

@johnfeheley8985 Год назад

Hi Paddy, a fellow englishman who follows your trips. I will be i Vientiane next Tuesday for two days and then on to my girlfriends village Xanakham. Be great to have a beer if our schedules cross. Keep up the good work> great content.

@theasianjaywalker4455 Год назад

Something worth noting: Much of what may be posted online, in FB groups or even still left-over on more official websites MAY NOT be the most current border/entry policy being practiced on whatever particular day you'll try and cross. Please everyone, take Paddy's advice and forewarning on that. Likewise, things I'd seen posted online as 'current' were NOT applicable to me as they'd changed just days earlier, some NEW things I needed and then some 'requirements' were no longer being required at all.

@mitchellsouphasith3763 10 месяцев назад

Laos 🇱🇦 sounds fun. One day the Buddha park would be a great venue for a fashion show.

@ADiHomeS Год назад

Just back in Thailand after a 30 days trip in Laos on a thai honda click 125cc. Border crossing not so difficult and you don't need a agent. Cross the border to Laos where theres no bridge (Chong Mek in my case) and back to Thailand in Chiang Kong. They don't want motorcycle under 250cc on the bridges but if you insist they will let you go or will send you to a border crossing with no bridge. Green book in your name and a 40baht paper work from thai transport office needed before travel. Everything else you solve at border, 300 baht in Laos when crossing plus 40 dollars visa then 200 baht crossing back to Thailand paid at Laos border. Insurance for 30 days in Laos around 5€ and its mandatory 👍

@Jp18888 9 месяцев назад

Hi Paddy, the next time you feel really jet lagged and tired, try to book a guesthouse or hotel that has a swimming pool in it. Just dip and immerse in the pool and it will make you feel a whole lot better

@sonja6571 Год назад

We are a traveling family and I think my kids are your biggest fans. Everywhere we go, they watch all your video's on the place. We are currently in Chiang Mai and they are so excited. Thank you for all the great inspiration!

@JWMCMLXXX Год назад

First overseas trip I ever took with the woman that would become my wife. Incredible trip. Fun and danger and drama and friends. Travel is the best thing.

@phongsavanuniversity32 Год назад

, Thank you friend for eyes opener...Great show your trip was such a wonderful

@markclayton626 Год назад

So looking forward to this Laos series, thank you Paddy, love 🇱🇦 from 🇬🇧

@EnriqueLopez-lf8qm Год назад

Thank you for the information about the Vietnam war. Didn't know that Laos also suffered so much.

@Geoffreyboucher Год назад

Good to see you got there in the end Paddy great viewing again,,,,peace and happiness

@somphasithdouangsavanh7577 Год назад

Super good quality of VDO taken by drone, impressive. Thanks

@GandOAdventures Год назад

We LOVE that feeling too!! Exploring something new/ new places is the best!! Have fun in Laos!!

@stevenbaillie2678 Год назад

thx Patty, great video will visit soon

@trell1111 Год назад

Paddy - i left Laos 2 weeks ago - the new fast train ticket system was laughably chaotic and meant I wanted to leave Laos and get into Thailand that much earlier, to save me from the pain of it! Incredible country though!

@madeinaotearoanz Год назад

Can you book tickets online now? I remember when it first opened, you couldn't, which meant long & painful queues.

@trell1111 Год назад

They sell out in about 15 minutes, so you still have to go to a station or one of the ticket retailers (did this in Luang Prabang) and yeah queue up! We got literally the very last 2 tickets from Vientiane up to LP which seemed too lucky to be true so I think they keep a small number of spare tickets behind for the foreigners which is useful to know as we were shuffled to the front of a long queue and none of the locals seemed annoyed that we were given the last two tix! - I have no idea if this IS what they do for foreigners or not or if we did genuinely get lucky because communication between us and everyone else was confusing but it’s always worth going to the station to get the tickets for the best chance! The reason they sell out online is a) because it’s popular and b) i think agents also buy them up so quickly. The whole system and process is a mix of chaotic confusion and disorganised order - even waiting and getting on the train!

@trell1111 Год назад

Just to add for anyone reading, the fast train takes 2 hours from Vientiane to Luang Prabang (stopping only at Vang Vieng) versus a 6-8 hour car or bus journey from Vientiane so it’s definitely worth doing if the cost isn’t prohibitive. I can’t remember how much it cost I’m afraid. The stations at both Luang Prabang and at Vientiane are miles away from either town / city so getting to them needs a taxi too! And tickets go on sale 2 days in advance so you’ve got to be on the ball and get to the station as soon as they go on sale. It feels like a bit of a bun fight trying to secure them but people are helpful and the queues are orderly. I barely saw any other westerners on the trains in either direction so it’s mostly used by locals and Thai or Chinese tourists but trust me, save yourself that very valuable time, get the fast train and have a much more pleasant travelling experience (you get to see the country out the window of course in the same way you do a car - albeit for a few long tunnels!) and you wont suffer on the bendy roads.

@100PercentJames 10 месяцев назад

Me and my lady got across the border from Vietnam into Laos a week ago with our Honda 110s. It took a long time talking with officials at the border but we managed to get it done without paying any liaisons. We have not seen a single Vietnam plated bike since we got here and every local has been amazed to see our Vietnam plates here in Laos. I think it may be possible that we were the first to get through since Covid with our bikes. I won't tell you my secret until I successfully get into Cambodia and back into Vietnam in the next couple months since I don't want everyone to ruin my special trick. But we have all our required paperwork and they never even gave us any problems about not having insurance or licenses.

@Klaaske22 8 месяцев назад

I liked your remark about bottling a culture, quite recognizable.

@TheLungNuad Год назад

Congrats Paddy you can take your buddy.across the border and continue journey again.Good luck Chuck.

@mastermind2032 Год назад

Loving that classic No Fear tee shirt. I covered my entire BMX bike in No Fear stickers back in the late 90s.

@lifestylewiththanongsack7738 Год назад

Welcome to 🇱🇦 and enjoy your trip here❤

@andyl4776 Год назад

Nice one paddy looking forward to the new adventure 👍😎👌🤝🙏

@cibolosteve469 Год назад

I was just there in October. Was wonderful! Returning in 2 weeks! Stayed at the Thavisouk Island Hotel overlooking the Nam Song River and the beautiful mountains in Vang Vieng. Have you tried the Beerlao yet? Very good, too good. Really loving your videos. Have any questions feel free to ask. Oh I and my friend went kayaking on the Nam Song River. Wear sun block!!! Also tubed the cave. What a gorgeous place! Enjoy.

@thesuperping1 Год назад

You can use Thai baht in Loas. It’s widely excepted.

@wendy-0101 Год назад

❤🙏🏼Paddy. I truely hope you will have a Fantastic trip! In a way a strict crossing means they want to protect their country! It was good you visited the history of the war, which I am sure many of us did not know so much about. Have a great week.💞💋

@vlabla9063 Год назад

The reason you need an agency is because they wanted more money, not that they wanted to protect the country. If the reason is protection, no additional money is required in order to cross. Just have the proper documents and you’re good to go.

@ubonrat8653 Год назад

Nice glad you're in Laos 13:27 the drone footage plays backwards

@paulfiore850 Год назад

Hi Paddy You captured how I feel when I ride my W-175 on the back roads of Issan. Back on December 1,

@lifeinruralthailand Год назад

Great vlog brother 🙏🙏

@PaddyDoyle. Год назад

Thank you 🙌

@austJW Год назад

Annabelle Mekong Cafe was a VERY NICE Coffee (or tea) ☕/ bakery shop with Aircon❄. Highly recommended.

@atiqah9189 Год назад

The most awaited vidoe

@dannyman7653 Год назад

been waiting for this....

@gertdrok Год назад

Paddy, Take Care and Take Your Rest and Sleep ! Good Luck to You from Holland. 🙏

@user-rb9ou4md2d Год назад

วัดเชียงควน(แต่ไม่ใช่วัด) ฝั่งไทยก็มีอยู่หนองคายชื่อ ศาลาแก้วกู่ คนสร้างคนเดียวกัน ศพท่านอยู่ในศาลาแก้วกู่ คุณเคยไปศาลาแก้วกู่ยัง ใหญ่กว่านี้และน่ากลัวด้วย

@shocks123 Год назад

Great video, was there 25 years ago but I don't really remember it. I cant wait to watch how your travels go

@367scotty Год назад

Beautiful , Great vid as always.

@wycheee Год назад

Great to see you in Laos Paddy were sooo excited to see this Next Level adventure and my wife just said she loves watching your adventures because she said you inspire us yo explore 😀

@PaddyDoyle. Год назад

Awesome! Thank you!

@jonjonmark 7 месяцев назад

I had to pee so bad under the arch “at the arch “ public bathrooms are all the way down almost 1 mile past the ponds past the gardens they’ll be a pavilion that sells a little bit of food and souvenirs and that pavilion pretty much and mile away from the arch. That’s where you have to use the bathroom, so please understand if you’re drinking a lot of water to keep hydrated or having fond, drinking beer at the arch. Just remember there is a hike to the nearest restroom and there’s a small fee

@AndrewpeterkilleyAndrewKilley Год назад

I have been there four times and my biggest headache was the corrupt police. Very strange you never got targeted by the local bobbies.

@dewaynehasty Год назад

OMG do I see actual sidewalks there! Looks much nicer than I expected.

@jeremyfielding2333 Год назад

Most have cars parked on them.

@jeremyfielding2333 Год назад

No need to change all that cash, you can use Thai Baht no problem in Laos, keep the Kip for small roadside purchases. Pity we didn't see any of the Riverfront area where all the hotels and good restaurants are.

@moseskravitz Год назад

Very inspiring. The beauty of Vientiane shines through. You make me want to visit and beyond. I look forward to further adventures. Hope you feel better, get some good sleep and find good clean food.

@songsabai3794 Год назад

The bike/border situation is interesting...as usual, in this part of the world - pay the right people you get in - don't pay the right people, go home. I wonder what the situation is now with Laos to Vietnam on a bike...?

@cyrilpeterlee1 Год назад

I just did vietnam laos and back last month, via lao bao land border, they just asked me if I owned the bike,which I did, but wasn't in my name just had the blue card.

@premsiripupipat5381 Год назад

We actually can use Thai Baht in Laos. This country use 3 currencies: THB, USD, and Lao Kip. I used to travel to LaoPDR on business trips, only to Vientiane though. But people there like to get Thai Baht more than their local currency (that’s what some Laotian people told me.). Anyway, thanks for taking us there and look forward to your next video on Lost in Laos!

@AfamKingo Год назад

I think around bordering towns its accepted but not as you get further inland

@therock8224 Год назад

Baht is accepted everywhere USD only in touristy cities and towns. Yuan is accepted up north and Dong near the Vietnamese border.

@Uwek.5775 Год назад

It's funny a few years back at heard about similar stories before i attempted to cross the border with my motorbike into laos from Vietnam. Other Travellers had told me to go via the Na Meo border and I haven't had any problems just paid 10 USD and got through. However my bike got rejected in Vientiane when I wanted to cross into Thailand a month later because I haven't had the paperwork, the bike wasn't registered in my name, I was then forced to sell it in Vientiane and continue my travels via bus to Thailand as my Laos visa was about to expire.

@viewv5737 Год назад

Helpful vidéo 👍🙏🏻

@NickyDunn Год назад

Hiya Paddy, great new intro. Love the title of the series. Let the adventures begin. That was not easy to get into Laos. Very informative. Topman for helping the other bikers. Beautiful gardens and statues. Glad you are listening to your body and having a nap. Cat napping always makes me feel crap too. Great drone footage. Haha, I can see why you thought they were protestors. The ceiling in the arch is beautiful. I am not surprised you were mentally drained. As you mentioned. You had a lot riding on making it over. Beautiful temples. Really informative. Great start to the series. I'm looking forward to the next one. Happy Sunday.

@PaddyDoyle. Год назад

Thanks Nicky 😌

@michaelhayward7572 Год назад

Everyone should visit the COPE centre/museum if in Vientiene. I defy any grown man not to weep by the the time they exit.

@rickvonk3559 Год назад

Awesome thanks for sharing. Yes you must use travel agent because they speak the language and can make a deal with borders officers

@mitchhumlao Год назад

Forgot to say have a wonderful time and be safe. There are a lot drunk and bad drivers in Lao. Have a cold one for me.

@lisasmit4216 Год назад

Thanks for your video's Paddy! Used to watch them from home, now I'm watching them with a bia saigon from Vietnam :)

@walkeat7187 Год назад

I hope you to explore Nakhonnayok with your Big Bike Gang.Have a nice trip in Laos.❤❤

@gemcoin Год назад

I see you in Vang Vieng Laos, you Wash your motorcycle:). Like your videos.

@Destinationswithdunks Год назад

Heading there next week. Looks very tranquil

@sycp.6556 Год назад

I neither have experience crossing between Laos and TH my self nor having car, though listening to your story, I'm surprised how many Thai people ridding bicycle and motorbike crossing to Laos and also having seen foreign officers crossing for cycling. Have fun and enjoy your trip in Lao PDR

@therock8224 Год назад

Yes, Thais like riding motorcycles into Laos as well as expats. However, given the difficulties, it's far more common to have cars crossing the border, which is far easier. I've driven my car into Laos 16 times and a Lao car into Thailand around 5 or 6 times now. I've never driven a motorcycle into Laos, but I did try once (at Vientiane). Before I arrived at the 1st Friendship Bridge, I tried Beung Kan, 130km east. I was told by a local, that the Lao side refuses entry to motorcycles so it's probably not worth trying but I could give it a go anyway. I decided not to, so I went to Nong Khai. In Nong Khai, I was told I needed a tour, but it would take time to organize the paperwork. I didn't know who to turn to, or that an agent at the border could help. It didn't really matter, as I was only headed for Vientiane and my colleague lent me a motorcycle to use while there. The thrill of riding my own bike would have been more fun (besides, his bike was rather small and old, just a Honda Dream) but for the measly 20km from the bridge into the city and going around town, his bike was perfectly fine.

@snowy3578 Год назад

Very informative. Thanks Paddy 👍

@peterjanoff Год назад

75 dollars for two nights is extraordinarily cheap. Even for just one night let alone two. But you must have a strained budget to say the least. Great reportage. I’ve long been intrigued by this country. Now I know a bit more thanks.

@hanhan8160 Год назад

look foraward see more aboat laos

@87MrNacho Год назад

I love Laos! Make sure you check out nong kiau, try booking a night at nong khiaw riverside. Blew my mind.

@kwokweng76 Год назад

nice video paddy........

@sonevongkot6046 Год назад

Welcome to Laos.. please drive safe

@ThailandThomas Год назад

Glad you made it in to laos mate. Bit of a headache at the border. Vientiane is the gold capital of the world. They mine a lot of gold in Laos. Meat with vegetables? Scary! Excellent video Paddy. Looking forward to more in Laos. Level 3 here we come.

@PaddyDoyle. Год назад

Thanks Thomas!

@christianeno3879 Год назад

Very excited for level 3, Paddy. Somphone was born in Vientiane and her parents left when she was only 1 year old. We are looking forward to learning about Laos and exploring with you.

@PaddyDoyle. Год назад

Oh really I had no idea. Excited to share lots more of the country 😊

@jeremyfielding2333 Год назад

I took my car over ten years ago, the paperwork was endless. Those agents looked efficient and helpful. Agents are the way to go now, for visas too.

@therock8224 Год назад

For a Thai car, it's very easy. Just not for a motorcycle and strangely even for a bicycle.