28 March, 2019
Laos, a Southeast Asian country, shares borders with Vietnam to the east, Cambodia to the south, Thailand to the west, and Myanmar and China to the north. This landlocked country is traversed by the Mekong River and is also well known for mountainous terrain, hill tribe settlements and Buddhist monasteries. Laos retains many of the traditions that have disappeared in a frenzy of development elsewhere in the region. It's hard to believe somnolent Vientiane is an Asian capital, and there's a timeless quality to rural life, where stilt houses and paddy fields look like they are straight out of a movie set. Magical Luang Prabang bears witness to hundreds of saffron-robed monks gliding through the streets every morning in a call to alms giving, one of the region’s iconic images.
The MICE Tourism is a relatively new in Laos in comparison with Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam of which infrastructures are more developed. No big scale hotels with few hundred rooms plus convention centers, Laos is still perfect place for Boutique MICE destination. The country has strong arguments for attracting small and larger corporate events; its people and stunning natural sceneries. The slow pace of life, the serenity, this laid-back feel, the strong Buddhism presence in people’s everyday life combined to spectacular natural sites with the Mekong as spine of life shapes a setting that can be of appeal to those MICE Planners and decision takers in search of original and pure experiences.
Luang Prabang and Vientiane are three key sites for MICE since they are equally a 'living museum' of heritage and culture. Vientiane offer deluxe properties with modern conference and meeting facilities, comely theme venues and green golf courses are readily accessible from the city centre by coach or van transfer while Luang Prabang has charming boutique hotels in stunning nature and culture heritage.
These two places also offer infinite choice for networking opportunities, social events and pre and post-tour options and diversified activities. The shopping ranks high on the list of favorite leisure activities for visitors. Even the most occasional shoppers find it hard to resist the urge to indulge in a shopping spree simply because there are so many quality good buys and tempting bargains to take home-a true heaven for meeting delegates and incentive participants.
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TOP PLACES FOR MICE IN LAOS
MICE IN LUANG PRABANG
Set at the confluence of two rivers that almost surround the city, and beneath a temple-topped hill, Luang Prabang is a wonderful patchwork of traditional Lao wooden houses and hints of European architecture; reminders of when Laos was part of the French colony of Indochine. Golden-roofed wats, decorated with mosaics and murals of the life of Buddha, sit under the gaze of wrap-around teak balconies and 19th century shuttered windows. All of this is set against a backdrop of verdant greenery and rugged mountains.
Luang Prabang offers guests unique, immersive and unforgettable experiences of the local life, cultural and historical sites and the surrounding natural beauty. Walking along the old quarter streets, tasting local food , cruising to Pakou Caves, trekking up Kuang Si Waterfalls or riding elephants through jungle are some of captivating activities in Luang Prabang Town.
Luang Prabang International Airport , (IATA: LPQ, ICAO: VLLB) is one of the few international airports in Laos. The airport is located about 4 kilometres (2.5 mi) from the centre of Luang Prabang. The second busiest airport in the country, it is a regional hub for international flights to Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Siem Reap and other cities such as Vientiane and Phongsaly. The airport underwent significant expansion work in 2012-3, when it was upgraded and expanded, and the runway enlarged.
There are frequent flights between Luang Prabang and Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Kunming, Changsha, Hanoi, Pakse, Siem Reap, Vientiane, Xieng Khouang and Singapore,…
Luang Prabang has the best selection of accommodation in Laos, with something to suit every budget. There is everything from tent sites under a roof to super luxury hotels, some of which are The Luang Say Residence,Hôtel Sofitel Luang Prabang,Belmond La Résidence Phou Vao, Amantaka Luang Prabang,Le Palais Juliana Hotel, Rosewood Luang Prabang Hotel,Pullman Luang Prabang Hotel, Grand Luang Prabang Hotel, Sen Boutique Hotel, Kiridara Hotel, Satri House Hotel,...
MICE IN VIENTIANE
Vientiane, the capital and largest city of Laos, is set on the steady waters of the Mekong River. Compared to the hectic and bustling capitals in other Southeast Asian countries, Vientiane's deliciously relaxing atmosphere makes it feel like the small town. This capital city stretches along the eastern bank of the Mekong where it forms the border with Thailand. The city’s central river port location in a country relying heavily on its rivers for transportation and its surrounding hinterland of intensive rice cultivation have made Vientiane the major economic centre of Laos.
For many years it was a sleepy backwater capital, but as Laos has slowly opened up to foreign investment and tourism, Vientiane has undergone vast changes and continues to expand. Like any other Southeast Asian capital or major city, Vientiane is experiencing a building boom. Despite the fast growing ambition, Vientiane still remains a peaceful treasure trove of French-colonial structures, Buddhist temples, wine cellars and night markets. The popular attractions for foreign visitors to Vientiane are Pha That Luang, an important national cultural monument of Laos, Wat Si Muang, Buddha Park and NamNgun Lake. They are ideal for a half or full day excursion.
The Wattay International Airport (IATA: VTE, ICAO: VLVT) is a gateway to Laos. This airport is located 3 km (2 mi) outside of Vientiane city centre. There is a bigger and new domestic terminal constructed in 2018 to connect the international terminal. There are frequent flight between Vientiane and Kuala Lumpur, Busan ,Bangkok Kunming, Nanning, Guangzhou, Seoul, Luang Prabang, Xieng Khouang, Ban Houayxay, Oudomxay, Pakse, Louang Namtha, Sam Neua, Phongsaly ,Houayxay, Singapore, Hanoi, Phnom Penh,…
In comparison with Luang Prabang, Vientiane has a larger hotel portfolios from budget to high range properties. The leading hotels are Lao Plaza Hotel, Rashmi's The Plaza Vientiane,Landmark Mekong Riverside Hotel,Muong Thanh Luxury Vientiane Hotel, Green Park Hotel, Crowne Plaza Vientiane, Landmark Mekong Riverside Hotel and Don Chan Palace Hotel,….
The largest exhibition center in Laos is ITECC - Lao International Trade Exhibition and Convention Center, which is located at Kamphengmuang Road, Saysettha District, Vientiane. This venue is just 10 minutes the heard of Vientiane City and covers an area of 30,000 sq. meters. There are a main complex with over 1,000 parking spaces, a pavilion overlooking a beautiful lotus pond and the newly added two-storey golf driving range adjacent to the main complex. With its vast indoor and outdoor area facilities and abundant parking spaces, it has been the venue of choice for prominent International and Regional Conference and historical events.
The substantial venue is National Convention Center ( NCC) which offers large conference room equipped with modern facilities, many meeting rooms in different size and ample parking spaces. The National Convention Center is easily accessible to major hotels and restaurants.