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Books : Travel : Asia : Laos
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Discover Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos & the Greater Mekong
Take a slow boat down the mighty Mekong past remote jungles, ancient temples and intriguing hill-tribe villages.
Get up close and personal with wild elephants in Laos.
Trek to secluded waterfalls through Khao Yai National Park in Thailand.
Explore magnificent Angkorian temples without the crowds in Cambodia's Preah Vihear Province.
In This Guide:
Full-color chapter on the region's ancient wonders, from majestic Angkor Wat to World Heritage-listed Lijiang.
Border crossings chapter to help plan your adventure, with info on which borders are open and a map with marked crossings.
Visit lonelyplanet.com for up-to-the-minute reviews, updates and traveler insights.
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Discover Laos
Weave your own path through the temple-lined streets of World Heritage-listed Luang Prabang.
Find out why Katang villagers sleep with their heads pointed towards an outside wall.
Explore the ancient Khmer's 'imitation of heaven' at mystical Wat Phu Champasak.
Join locals for a riverside Beerlao as the sun sets over the Mekong in Vientiane.
In This Guide:
Three authors, 1472 hours of on-the-road research, 61 maps
Our guide is dedicated to providing travelers with environmentally and culturally aware travel advice
Visit lonelyplanet.com for up-to-the-minute reviews, updates and traveler insights
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Float down the Pa Sak River at sunset, travel by elephant to an ancient Buddhist temple, gamble on a Muay-Thai bout at Lumhini Stadium, or lounge in an after-hours club in Bangkok while sipping a lemongrass-and-chili martini - Fodor's Thailand, 10th Edition offers all these experiences and more! Our local writers have traveled throughout the country to find the best hotels, restaurants, attractions and activities to prepare you for a journey of stunning variety. Before you leave for your trip be sure to pack your Fodor's guide to ensure you don't miss a thing.
The San Francisco Chronicle sums it up best –"Fodor's guides are saturated with information."
- We frequently update our guide to Thailand, and we make every effort to bring you the most accurate and thorough book. Plus we provide timely updates about the area at Fodors.com.
- Unlike other travel books, Fodor's guides rely heavily on local experts who know the territory best–so you know you're seeing the real Thailand.
- We give you the planning tools you need to tailor your trip. We give options for all budgets. You make the choices.
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Off the beaten path tips for adventuring, eating, shopping and sight seeing, from contributors who live, work, teach, write and travel there. Not your regular travel guidebook. ÒBooking your trip,Ó means how to find a boat to take you down the Mekong River, instead of where to get a cheap airline ticket. One chapter lists opportunities for giving back to the countries you visit.
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In this insightful travelogue, American war veteran Phil Karber takes you on a journey down the roads, rivers and rails of Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam. He writes insightfully about the political effect of the Vietnam War on the people and places, adding a whole new perspective on the region's history and culture. Accompanied by a friend, London artist Simon Redington, they follow the Mekong River from China to Saigon, to the infamous Tiger Cages on Con Son Island, and to the city sidewalks of Hanoi, where the author lived for five years. Along the way, the stories will capture your imagination and transport you to a beautiful region, undaunted by war and poverty. Indeed, this book brings to life the harsh realities of the region's history, culture, politics and people. Together with its unforgettable images of locals, veterans and expatriates, this transcends normal expectations of travel literature.
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From the Mekong Delta to the Chinese border in Northern Laos, here is the first guide of its kind to these three southeast Asian countries. Experience Angkor Wat, the strangeness of the Plain of Jars, travel on a bamboo train and visit the Perfume Pagoda. Includes detailed coverage of Bangkok, the main transportation hub for the region.
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a poignant description of Cambodia, Laos & Vietnam in 1950, with all their beauty, gentleness, grandeur and intricate political balance intact - Restores this lost world, like a phoenix, from the ashes of the Vietnam war and its aftermath - shows the Vietnamese guerilla movement in its infancy, ranged against the French colonial powers, and the early affects of imported Western materialism - a best-seller when first published, and venerated by all the Saigon-based war correspondents in the '70s - inspired Graham Greene to go to Vietnam and write The Quiet American
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The Rough Guide to Laos is your definitive guide to this fascinating country. The 24-page full-colour introduction highlights all the ‘things not to miss’, from the Buddhist temples of Louang Phabang to the French colonial architecture of Vientiane, Laos'' capital. The guide reviews all the top places to stay, eat and drink to suit every budget and the brand-new ‘author’s picks’ feature highlights the very best options. Whether you want to go elephant-trekking in the jungle or explore the caves at Vang Viang this guide has all the practical advice you will need. There are detailed chapters on Laos’ history, religion, art and culture and maps and plans for every region.
The Rough Guide to Laos is like having a local friend plan your trip.
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Let language be your guide in the land of a million elephants! From the vital flow of the Mekong to the fertile Bolaven Plateau, words will be the life of your travels in Laos as you make those conversational connections. In the musical voice of this tonal language, you'll forever be singing the praises of Laos and its people.
Our phrasebooks give you a comprehensive mix of practical and social words and phrases in more than 120 languages. Chat with the locals and discover their culture - a guaranteed way to enrich your travel experience.
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Discover Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia by bike – explore the best of Vietnam's coastline, stay with hill tribes in Laos and ride around Cambodia's ancient city of Angkor. Choose from 21 rides, ranging from sightseeing day trips to multi-day tours.- 70 days of the region’s best cycling
- Angkor Temples – detailed routes guide and planning advice
- where to eat – markets, noodle cafes and traditional cuisine
- where to stay, for cyclist on every budget
- maintenance tips, plus where to find the local bike repairer
- language guide to Vietnamese, Lao and Khmer
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The Rough Guide to Thailand is the most discerning and accessible handbook to this intriguing country. A 24-page full colour section introduces the country, its climate, regions and culture and full colour spreads highlight the best of the activities, events and sights. There is evocative coverage of all the sights in opinionated write-ups, including the best beaches and islands, and critical reviews of places to stay, eat and drink. The authors give expert advice on activities ranging from trekking to spa treatments, and from scuba-diving to cookery courses. For every region and town, there are detailed maps, pin-pointing the accommodation and restaurant listings. Finally, in the Contexts section, there is an in-depth discussion of Thailand''s history, religion, wildlife, music and cinema.
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Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos are more accessible than ever before. For the first time in over three decades, it is possible to bicycle around Angkor Wat, motorcycle through hill tribe areas of North Vietnam, or cruise on a cargo boat through the Mekong Delta. Throughout the region, authorities are turning battlefields into marketplaces and tourist attractions. Logging thousands of kilometers by train, bus, jeep, boat, moto, bicycle, and on foot, author Michael Buckley explored all three countries extensively, getting to know the people, the customs, and the landscape. He helps you have a truly personal experience. Suggested travel strategies and lists of must-see sights provide you with real insights so you can decide where you should go, stay, and eat—without hassles or regrets. Complete with maps, photographs, illustrations, and special emphasis on leading destinations such as the War Crimes Museum in Saigon, Vietnam's French-built mansions and tree-shaded boulevards in Hanoi, the Angkor Wat towers, and the unspoiled natural environment and traditional culture of Laos, Moon Handbooks Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos has the tools you need to create your own unique trip.
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Globetrotter Travel Maps cater specifically to the needs of tourists and visitors, packed with all the essential information to introduce travelers to each dynamic destination. Key buildings and places of interest are pinpointed, as well as where to stay. Distance and climate charts enable travelers to plan their visits, while stunning photographs conjure up each destination’s special atmosphere.
- Sharp, full color cartography that is easy to follow
- Nature reserves, parks and places of interest
- Scenic routes highlighted
- Town plans of major tourist centers including hotels
- Climate and distance charts
- Double sided, illustrated and full of useful information
- The ideal journey planner
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Folded road & tourist map of Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia at 1:1,500,000 scale. Places of interest, national parks, and beaches are highlighted. Shaded-relief coloring clearly depicts topography. Insets include central Vientiane, Luang Prabang, Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Hanoi, Phnom Penh, and locator map.
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From the hill villages of northern Vietnam to the beach resorts in Thailand's south, whether you're driving or sitting at the back of a bus, with this indispensable Lonely Planet Road Atlas you're sure to be on track. Thoroughly checked by Lonely Planet authors, this Road Atlas is the perfect companion to your Lonely Planet Guide.
- The Thailand, Vietnam, Laos & Cambodia Road Atlas also features:
- Climate charts
- Distance tables
- Comprehensive index
- The Thailand, Vietnam, Laos & Cambodia Road Atlas also features:
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Periplus is a pioneer in mapping the cities and countries of Asia. Among its many "firsts" are maps of Phnom Penh and Angkor in Cambodia, Sarawak and Sabah in Malaysia, as well as the first map to cover all the major cities and tourist destinations in Vietnam. A dozen new titles are produced annually and our goal is to publish accurate maps of every city and travel destination in the Asia-Pacific region.Each Periplus map features: •Insets covering major places of interest with listing of useful tourist information •"Close-up" city plans shown at scales of 10K to 20K •A unique, easy-to-handle folding system that allows for viewing one panel at a time for quick reference
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The Rough Guide Map Vietnam, Laos & Cambodia combines clear modern mapping andbang-up-to-date research and is the essential companion to anyonetravelling around these three fascinating Southeast Asian countries. Whether you''re travelling through Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam, Louang Phabang in Laos or visiting Phnom Penh in Cambodia , the Rough Guide Map provides invaluable information to help youfind your way. It is printed on waterproof and rip-proof Polyart™ paperand includes detail on everything from road numbers and airports to train stations and main points of interest.
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Insight Guides, the world's largest visual travel guide series, in association with Discovery Channel, the world's premier source of nonfiction entertainment, provides more insight than ever. From the most popular resort cities to the most exotic villages, Insight Guides capture the unique character of each culture with an insider's perspective. Inside every Insight Guide you'll find: .Evocative, full-colour photography on every page .Cross-referenced, full-colour maps throughout .A brief introduction including a historical timeline .Lively, essays by local writers on the culture, history, and people .Expert evaluations on the sights really worth seeing .Special features spotlighting particular topics of interest .A comprehensive Travel Tips section with listings of the best restaurants, hotels, and attractions, as well as practical information on getting around and advice for travel with children
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Map of the countries and portions of their neighbors with topographical contours and elevations indicated by color changes.Legends locate border crossings; settlements from major cities to villages; roads (with distances in kilometers) from main roads to other roads; airports and airfields; antiquities; other places of interest; beaches; marshes; national parks.
Background information (including general information for travelers) on each country.
Scale 1:800,000. With inset maps of central Ventiane (1:10,000), central Phnom Penh (1:12,000), major sites of Angkor (1:200,000).