Joanna James
Laos is an amazing travel destination with history, culture, beautiful landscapes, and so much more. Below are some tips to consider when travelling to Laos with children.
The rainy season in Laos starts in May and lasts till the end of September. During this time, you can expect tropical rains, windstorms and flooding. The daytime temperature in the lowlands is about 29°C and in the valleys, it gets around 23°C. If your plans coincide with the wet season, you may be required to sort out some activities for kids in secure places.
The dry season starts in October and goes on till late April. This time is great for traversing the many islands surrounding Laos, with plenty of places to cool off, like stunning beaches and waterfalls. The warmest times are generally from March to April and the beginning of the rainy season. Even during the driest months, nights can get cold, so packing a few warm sweaters is advisable.
Do not allow your children to go unattended to unfamiliar locations and always maintain an increased level of vigilance to guard them against any unwarranted hazards and mishaps.
An important tip is to sort out your travel insurance well in advance of the trip. Spend time organising travel insurance with wider coverage and carefully check the activities and circumstances covered by the insurance and what is not included. If you are booking via a travel agent, give them all the information about what you and your family will be doing on vacation so they can select the most suitable cover for you.
Some of the best places to visit with kids include Wat Xieng Thong, Luang Prabang; Mount Phousi, Vang Vieng; Plain of Jars and Vientiane; Pha That Luang. Depending on how old the children are, activities such as trekking, tubing, and attending an Almsgiving Ceremony are some of the activities the whole family can enjoy.
Biking across idyllic villages is a wonderful way to appreciate the Lao countryside and its natural beauty. The magnificent views of mountains and lush green villages are a common sight.
Joining a Lao river cruise over the Mekong River is an activity you should consider with the family. A cruise will allow you to visit important sites in Laos, and also let you admire the majestic Mekong River. Staying at a hotel in Luang Prabang the likes of Avani+ Luang Prabang is a great way to explore the surrounding sites and locations.
The food in Laos is great! But for very young children, it might pose some challenges. Typically, the food here is spicy, with plenty of chillies added to flavour most dishes. But you can request not to add chilli or go with mildly flavoured noodle soups like Pho. Fruit is abundant, so you can plenty of fresh fruit shakes with ease. In more modern cities, you can find western-type dishes like pizza, fish and chips, and burgers as well.
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