Author: tjiskavw

I thought the vibrant green of these paddies was so beautiful however I was told that in September, at harvest time, they turn a bright golden yellow which is considered…

Just about 300 meters down from the falls, is a butterfly park which was established by Dutch couple as a breeding sanctuary for butterflies and research center. I don't know…

A member of the Dutch team that founded the park met me in a netted enclosure to explain the breeding process of butterflies before I was free to roam on…

the average lifespan of butterflies is only 2-4 weeks!

water flows over limestone rocks from upper springs to come down the main waterfall's cascades. The limestone particles contain high levels of calcium carbonate that reflects light making the water…

they are considered nature's the most beautiful masterpiece in the whole country. Cascades of water tumble from jungle cliffs into a series of perfectly sculpted limestone tiered, shallow turquoise pools…

cups and cups of colorful goodness blended with shaved ice. Bursting with flavor, every tropical fruit imaginable is for the taking at just under a dollar. And that my friends,…

Long night for kids when mom is a vendor at the night market....but they seem to take it in stride - at least the ones I saw seemed pretty well…

I got a kick out these two who were selling sweats and demonstrated the value of these comfy casuals for lazin' rather than workin' out!

one of the highlights of the night market are the all you can eat buffets that cost about 2 US $. And from what I witnessed, Lao people don't gobble…