Gay Luang Prabang, a gem nestled in the heart of Laos, is a destination where the LGBT community, though not prominent, is met with a warmth and acceptance that mirrors the serene beauty of this historic city. In Luang Prabang, the essence of queer life thrives subtly yet significantly, woven into the fabric of small community groups and alive on social apps, creating a unique tapestry of queer existence. Before it became a bustling hub for travelers, Luang Prabang was the royal residence until and the ancient capital of northern Laos, steeped in a rich tapestry of history and culture. Here, every step takes you through time — from the 6th-century origins of the village, established by the Dvaravati Mon Kingdom, to the spiritual tranquility of 16th-century Buddha temples, and onto the charming streets lined with French colonial architecture from the 19th century.
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Closed off to the outside world until , Laos now opens up as the last piece of the puzzle for any SE Asia itinerary, surprising visitors with its sheer scale of untouched wilderness. Oft overlooked in favour of the flanking nations of Vietnam and Thailand, Laos benefits from relatively few tourists to maintain a certain rustic magic. Compensating for its lack of coast with endless rugged green landscapes, the never-ending countryside lies undeveloped except for rolling rice paddies and rural farms, best explored on a motorbike trip passing through humble working villages and French eco-retreats along the way. Our itinerary starts in the wealthy northern capital of Luang Prabang, pausing at hidden waterfalls, caves and river settlements en route to a series of thousands of tiny islands right on the Mekong.