AboutAl Slagle Expertise I can answer questions specifically about Vientiane and Vang Vien, Laos. It is a fascinating country and a hidden gem of Southeast Asia!
Experience I have backpacked from Thailand to the capital of Laos. From there I made my way up toward Luang Prabang by motorbike via the town of Vang Vien.
Question Hi Al,
Thanks again for the information about Luang Probang.
You wrote “There are quite a few guesthouses and places to stay there. The cheapest start at about US$2-3 a night. If you have a guidebook, they should have a few listed. If you don't have a guidebook, I can list some from mine.”
Unfortunately I can't find Laos guidebook in St. Petersburg, Russia.
Could you please list some places to stay from yours?
Thank you,
Natalia
Answer Hi Natalia,
Here are a few from the Lonely Planet:
Near the Mekong--
Viradessa Guest House - dorm US$1, two-bed singles US$2-3
Vanvisa Guest House - shared bath US$3, attached bath US$7
Rantana's Guest House - US$5-6 (newer house)
Historic Temple District--
Phoun Sab Guest House - shared bath US$4, attached US$7
Pa Phai Guest House - singles US$3, doubles US$5
There are probably more in the area that aren't listed so check it out and I'm sure you can find a good place.
Speaking of St. Petersburg, I was just there last year. I took the Trans-Siberian across from Irkutsk. We had a great trip! St. Petersburg was a very beautiful city! If you want, you could probably go to Amazon.com and order a guidebook and have it sent to Russia. Just a thought. Anyway, I hope you find everything you're looking for. Take care!
