This girl was laying out bamboo flower reeds to dry out in the sun. They are exported to Thailand for use in making pillows and car seats (or so we were told). Read more about the villages near Nong Khiaw, Laos.
Contrasting beautiful colors weren't in short supply at Luang Prabang's Phousy Market. Learn more about Lao cuisine and markets.
One of our two Hmong guides who led us over hills, through villages and across rivers. Our guides were both students in Luang Prabang and worked on the side to supplement their income and improve their English. Read more about the three levels of hill tribes we encountered on this trek.
