you have reached mekongexpress laos magazine
OCT-DEC 1996	Crown Jewels of the Greater Mekong Region. What does 1997 have in store for the six countries of the Mekong region? Thailand Takes the Lead. Vietnam Infrastructure a Major Hurdle. Boost for Myanmar. Tourism Triangle. Yunnan Tourism. Laos Embraces Free Trade. Nurseries in Vientiane. In the land of flowers, unfortunately the cut flower is a luxury item. Evading Widgets. Finding a special souvenir can be a daunting propspect. We have the solution. Get Connected! For information on the Mekong region click on any of the several internet service providers mentioned in this informative article.
JUL-SEP 1996	Vientiane in 1909. Vientiane at the turn of the century was a different place altogether as this excerpt from "In Laos and Siam" by Martha Bassenne reveals. The little airline that could. Lao Aviation has come a long way and is making progress on all fronts. Palace in Paradise. The National Museum of Luang Prabang, the former royal palace, is getting a face lift. The world will soon taste Lao coffee. The Lao government is ready to expand its highly praised coffee industry and make a mark on the world market. Mekong Basin Countries build bridges. Economic cooperation is replacing political animosity in the Mekong basin. The casting of Pra Bang. Read about the legend behind the famous Pra Bang.
APR-JUN 1996	The Heart Of It. Letter from the Editor The Essence of Laos. Laos has been the subject of many books but the latest "Gens du Laos - Lao People, LA0S" by Rene Sepul is truly unique. Luang Prabang: World Heritage Site. The hotel scene in Luang Prabang has become quite vibrant of late with hoteliers trying to outdo each other. Lao Tourism Fosters Regional Ties. Laos is opening its border to tourists, promoting not just Laos but the Mekong subregion. Anniversary of 1966 Flood Looms. In 1966 Laos faced one of the worst floods ever, Vientiane was the worst hit. The Flood Prevention Committee is spearheading a campaign to prevent flooding in the capital again. Communication is the Key. No longer willing to be left behind, Laos is improving its communication network to get online with the rest of the world.
JAN-MAR 1996	Waterfall Wizardry. The Kuang Si waterfalls are truly remarkable. Just 30 kilometer south of Luang Prabang they are certainly worth the visit. Legends of Laos. Two short stories by Hugh Fincher and Chantho Sourinho. Five Diamonds: Lao Jewels in the Mekong Tiara. The Mekong region of Southeast Asia is drawing tourists like never before and the longest stretch of the Mekong twists through Laos. Going Native on the Nam Ngum. Navigating the Nam Ngum is an adventure in itself, more so when it is in flood. Heart of Opportunity. The "economic quadrangle" has become the hub of activity in Southeast Asia.