Showing the little ones how happy, but modest others life is, thus filling them with a newfound respect for material wealth, travelling with kids in Laos with children can be fun but challenging as well. Poor sanitation and long, bumpy journeys can make things a struggle at times but the rewards far outweigh any negatives. Since the Lao people are so family-focused, the presence of children will help you get closer to locals. To get more information in Laos, you can click: Best Indochina tours
Practicalities
Laos Family Trip- source: internet
It is not hard to find food for children in tourist areas, and a good choice for those who may not be used to the spiciness of Lao food is dishes such as: fried rice, spring rolls and fõe, where chilli is optionally added by the diners.
Often adding an extra bed or cot to the room for a small charge or allowing children to stay for free in their parents’ room, most hotels and guesthouses are very accommodating to families.
It is never going to be a massive issue to travel with kids in Laos, which offers loads of things to do with little ones, and activities for families. Laos is a friendly and welcoming destination for families with so many amazing things to do: from caving and cookery lessons to making new best friends forever, so all you have got to do is prepare yourself for an unforgettable trip in this charming country.
At minimarts in the larger towns and cities, baby formula and nappies (diapers) are available, but if you go to rural areas, don’t forget to bring along a sufficient supply for short journeys; and consider switching over to washables for longer trips. Indochina travel Laos
Let your kids have wonderful time in Laos- source: internet
Even though to head off potential medical problems, it pays to lay down a few ground rules – such as using hand-cleansing gel or regular hand-washing, parents needn’t worry too much about health concerns for the most part. One more thing to remember is that rabies is disturbingly common in Laos, so children should especially be warned not to play with animals encountered along the way and you should consider a rabies vaccination before departing.
Bombies, which resemble tennis balls, remain an everyday threat in some regions and children are often the most common victims. Therefore, don’t let your kids stray from the path in remote areas of Laos which were heavily bombed in the Second Indochina War.
What to do with kids in Laos
Though your children might not find the historic sites and ancient temples as inspiring as you do, travelling with kids does offer a different perspective on everything. The best cure in Laos is always the outdoors if boredom does set in. The Tat Sae and Tat Kuang Si waterfalls are a big draw in Luang Prabang. Luang Prabang and Vang Vieng, which have emerged as big adventure centers, welcome your children with a lot of interesting outdoor activities from more commonplace activities such as kayaking and mountain biking to rock climbing and ziplining. Boat trips are also what you should try. Meanwhile, Vientiane offers a few more mainstream activities, such as ten-pin bowling alleys and swimming pools. The unique Hindu-Buddhist sculpture garden of Xieng Khuan outside Vientiane is also which most children take to.
CAVING
Pak Ou Cave- source: internet
Laos has dozens of intricate cave systems dotted across its length. The Tham Kong Lo is an underground lair extending for 7km and can only be chugged along in small motorized boats while the Pak Ou caves – the most famous ones are filled with hundreds of carved Buddha images and statues images that locals pay their respects to.
COOKERY CLASSES
A local cookery lesson can win half the battle of getting picky children to embrace the fragrant Laotian cuisine. Not only being swept away by the enticing array of colorful and strange ingredients in front of them, your kids will also be requesting larb with extra lemongrass in no time.
ADRENALINE SPORTS
Stand-up paddle boarding-source: internet
In addition to being a lifeline for locals, the Mekong River is also a playground for your family. If having a chance, you should not miss a chance to experience stand-up paddle boarding and river rafting on its still surface. Head out for an exhilarating exploration on two wheels if you prefer land to water. Bikes are available for hire for less than £1 a day.
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