Never been to Laos but REALLY liked several

days in Chang Mai and the surrounding area

Very different than Bangkok

Old walled city originally the capitol

Mountainous region with many attractions

"Working" elephant camp with terrific access

to animals treated very well

A vast parklike monestary retreat with

ruins jumping fish pond and scattered art

treasures in a large treed area

Hilltop monestary with terrific vistas

Great night bazaar

Get the travel brochures & go