Books, Travel, Asia, Laos

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Nick Ray
Vietnam Cambodia Laos & the Greater Mekong (Multi Country Guide)
by Lonely Planet (Paperback)

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, p.23 Get up close and personal with wild elephants in Laos, p.285 Trek to secluded waterfalls through Khao Yai National Park in Thailand, p.156 Explore magnificent Angkorian temples without the crowds in Cambodia's Preah Vihear Province, p.223 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.

Andrew Burke
Laos (Country Guide)
by Lonely Planet (Paperback)

Discover Laos Weave your own path through the temple-lined streets of World Heritage-listed Luang Prabang, p. 134 Find out why Katang villagers sleep with their heads pointed towards an outside wall, p249 Explore the ancient Khmer's 'imitation of heaven' at mystical Wat Phu Champasak, p265 Join locals for a riverside Beerlao as the sun sets over the Mekong in Vientiane, p110 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

Claire Boobbyer, Andrew Spooner, Jock O'Tailan
Vietnam, Cambodia & Laos, 2nd: Tread Your Own Path (Footprint - Travel Guides)
by Footprint Handbooks (Paperback)

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.

Phil Karber
The Indochina Chronicles: Travels in Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam
by Marshall Cavendish Reference (Paperback)

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.

Kim Fay
To Asia with Love: A Connoisseurs' Guide to Cambodia, Laos, Thailand and Vietnam.
by ThingsAsian Press (Paperback)

Imagine that on the eve of your upcoming trip to Cambodia, Laos, Thailand and Vietnam, you are invited to a party. At this party are fifty guests, all of whom live in or have traveled extensively through these countries. Among this eclectic and well-versed group of connoisseurs are authors of acclaimed guidebooks, popular newspaper columnists and pioneering adventurers. As the evening passes, they tell you tales from their lives in these exotic places. They whisper the names of their favorite shops and restaurants; they divulge the secret hideaways where they sneak off to for an afternoon (or a weekend) to unwind. Some make you laugh out loud, and others mesmerize you with their poetry and lyricism. Some are intent on educating, while others just want to entertain. Their attitudes are as unique as their personalities, but they are united in one thing … their love of the region. If you can envision being welcomed at such a party, then you can envision the experience that this ...

Fodor's
Fodor's Thailand, 10th Edition: With Side Trips to Cambodia & Laos (Fodor's Gold Guides)
by Fodor's (Paperback) (Release Date: 2007-08-07)

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 ...

Thailand (Travel Bugs)
by Macmillan General Reference (Paperback)

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.

New Holland Publishers (UK) Ltd.
Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia Travel Map (Globetrotter Travel Map)
by Globetrotter (Map)

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

Norman Lewis
A Dragon Apparent: Travels in Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam
by Eland (Paperback)

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

Jeff Cranmer, Steven Martin
The Rough Guide to Laos (Rough Guide Travel Guides)
by Rough Guides (Paperback)

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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