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Beautiful Laos has an abundance of glittering temples, many concentrated in the capital Vientiane and in the tourist favorite UNESCO city Luang Prabang. Most are quite easy to access, so you can temple-hop over a day or two in either city, pausing over plates of larb and bottles of Beer Lao to appreciate the different architectural styles.

Southeast Asia has become one of the hottest travel destinations in recent years for everyone from celebrities and influencers to budget travelers, and it's really not difficult to see why. As though the dreamlike landscapes, fine-sand beaches, and vast mountain ranges aren't reason enough to visit, it also has a rich cultural and spiritual history often dating back thousands of years. Get ready to pack your bags and catch your flight!