Tourism

Laos Welcomes More Than 2.1 Million International Visitors in First Five Months of 2026

Laos welcomed more than 2.1 million international visitors during the first five months of 2026, achieving 47 percent of the annual target of 4.46 million arrivals and marking an 8 percent increase compared with the same period last year, according to a government report presented to the First Extraordinary Session of the 10th National Assembly on July 6.

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Kaeng Xe Lanong Rapids Open to Visitors for Lao New Year
4/7/2026 9:19:01 AM
Kaeng Xe Lanong in Salavan Province has officially opened to visitors ahead of the Lao New Year (Boun Pi Mai) BE 2569 celebrations, offering a natural retreat for holiday travelers.
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Malaysia Woos Lao Travellers with “Surreal Experiences” Tourism Showcase in Vientiane
4/4/2026 10:25:47 AM
Malaysia is strengthening its tourism ties with Laos through a vibrant and forward-looking industry event held in Vientiane. In collaboration with the Embassy of Malaysia in Vientiane, Tourism Malaysia successfully organised the “Surreal Experiences from City Lights to Island Paradise, Malaysia Has It All” Seminar, B2B Session and Networking Dinner 2026 at Souphattra Hotel.
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PM opens new eco-tourism site in Khammouane
3/21/2026 6:27:32 PM
The Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone, has officially opened the first phase of the “Khun Kong Leng” eco-tourism site, in a ceremony held on 20 March 2026.
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Xayphouthong District Opens 2026 Heuan Hin Stone Castle Festival in Savannakhet
3/2/2026 10:01:49 AM
The 2026 Heuan Hin Stone Castle Festival officially opened on February 28 in Xayphouthong District, drawing local residents, officials, and international visitors to celebrate the nation’s cultural heritage.
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Kaysone Phomvihane City Honoured with ASEAN Clean Tourist City Award
2/26/2026 3:34:27 PM
Kaysone Phomvihane City has been officially recognised as one of the region’s premier travel destinations, receiving the prestigious ASEAN Clean Tourist City Award 2026–2028.
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Luang Prabang Ranked Third Among Asia’s Top Cultural Destinations
2/23/2026 1:02:30 PM
Luang Prabang has secured third place among Asia’s best cultural tourism destinations, according to a recent ranking by the Times of India (TOI).
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Laos Records Strong Tourism Growth with 4.5 Million International Visitors in 2025
2/17/2026 10:36:46 AM
Laos saw strong tourism growth in 2025, receiving a total of 4,580,709 international visitors, an 11% increase compared to 2024, according to the latest report from the Tourism Development Department under the Ministry of Culture and Tourism.