Ep 133: Laos Reopens to International Tourists, with Jason Rolan

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11 May 2022 • 25m34s

We’ve been talking in recent weeks about the pieces of South East Asia’s travel jigsaw being put back together. But a Laos-shaped hole remained. That gap has now been filled. Laos reopened to international travellers on Monday 9 May.

This week, Gary and Hannah welcome back Vientiane-based Jason Rolan to discuss the tourism challenges and opportunities ahead for this beautiful landlocked country.

Jason talks about the new regime for e-visas. He also explains which airlines are preparing to return to Laos - and which new routes might be developed.

Plus, can Laos promote itself as a standalone destination, rather than an add-on for longer trips to Thailand, Vietnam and Cambodia?

When will Chinese tourists ride the new China-Laos railway?

And how are tour operators adapting their services for the new era?

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Ep 133: Laos Reopens to International Tourists, with Jason Rolan

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