Originally Posted by
italdesign
My only tip (from 2019) is look for the real alms-giving procession. Due to jet lag and gravitation towards solitude, I always caught it on the non-touristy part of the route and it was special and touching to witness how locals pay respect to the monks. The touristy part of the route lets you participate in the alms-giving and is less authentic.
The 3 Nagas is right on the route and they can set up you up with offerings for the monks and tell you how to pay your respects. Just ask the day before.
Originally Posted by
AlanInDC
I went on the Khopfa Mekong Cruise which was an excellent experience. Comfy chairs, good snacks, great photo opps. Tix from Belle Rive hotel, on the river of course in the historic district. Run by a French guy, but everything is in English. But definitely get some kind of cruise on the Mekong.
Didn't realize how much good food would be available, including French, Italian, etc. and of course Laotian. Pretty large ex-pat community; English is widely spoken in the historic area and visitor sites with some French audible in a number of places. had some of the best pasta I've ever had, in LP!
I agree. Some of the food was amazing. Like deep fried Mekong seaweed served as a snack with beer. Strongly advise anyone to check out local restaurants, I would not stick to the hotel.
Originally Posted by
emma dog
Hi all,
My family and I are going to be in Luang Prabang for 4 full days in July. We're staying at the 3 Nagas.
-What's the best way to get a car to the waterfalls? Work through the hotel? Or use Loca? Or something else? Any recommendations on the Kuang Si waterfall vs the Tat Sae?
-I see there's the MandaLao elephant conservation. I'm aware that there are ethical issues with similar ones in Thailand. Does anyone have any insights on this place?
-Has anyone gone to the Living Land farm? I have a feeling this could be real interesting, or real bad... any thoughts?
-I haven't mentioned walking around and general exploring... aside from this, am I missing anything?
Thanks!
Our room at the 3 Nagas was on the second floor and was beautiful but the floors were super creaky. If you get up at night to go the restroom you will wake up anyone else in the room. And maybe the room next door so just something to be aware of. LP is very quiet at night which makes the noise that much more noticeable.
The first day we sat on the road for the alms procession and the second day watched it from the room's balcony. The roadside experience is better but both are good.
Falls by car before the busses arrive is an excellent suggestion.
Enjoy your trip, LP is a special place.