La Résidence Phou Vao – Reopening Announcement & Exclusive Promotions

We are delighted to share that La Résidence Phou Vao will officially reopen on 15 November 2025. To celebrate this exciting return, the property is launching an enticing “One More Dawn” Reopening Offer — Stay 3, Pay 2, valid for bookings made now until 28 December 2025 and stays between 1–24 December 2025 and 25 December 2025 – 3 January 2026.

Please note: a minimum stay of 3 consecutive nights applies, with no check-out on 31 December 2025, and a compulsory New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner.

Additionally, take advantage of the Winter & Summer Promotions available for stays throughout high, shoulder, and low seasons (Nov 2025 – Sep 2026). Guests staying 5 paid nights or more will receive a complimentary 3-course set lunch at the elegant Tam Nan Restaurant.

Kiridara Luang Prabang — A New Chapter Begins February 2026

We’re thrilled to announce the official reopening of Kiridara Luang Prabang on 1st February 2026, unveiling a fully renovated 5-star retreat that perfectly blends modern sophistication with Luang Prabang’s serene charm.

The revitalized property will feature 19 brand-new rooms and enhanced facilities, including a luxurious Spa & Wellness Centre, Fitness Centre, Swimming Pool with Pool Bar, and two dining experiences — an all-day restaurant transforming into a steakhouse by night, and the authentic Lao Derm Restaurant.

To celebrate its soft opening period (February–September 2026), Kiridara is offering an exclusive discount — an ideal opportunity to reintroduce this beloved property to your clients. 

Kiridara Luang Prabang invites your guests to rediscover timeless elegance in the heart of Laos.

Introducing Heritage Suite with Bathtub at Villa Maly, Luang Prabang 

A spacious room with a living-room area, a bedroom (with a king-size bed), and a beautiful modern bathroom with both a standing shower and a bathtub. This Suite is located on the upper floor and accessible with stairs only and offers nice views of our pool and our garden.

Refurbishment Ahead at Amari Vang Vieng

Amari Vang Vieng will undergo a refurbishment from 13 November 2025 to 31 January 2026, enhancing its Superior Rooms with upgraded wardrobes, work desks, and minibar counters for greater comfort and style.

All hotel facilities — including restaurants and the FIT Centre — will remain open, with renovation work limited to 8:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. and noticeable noise only between 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

The project is set for completion by 31 January 2026, ensuring from February bookings remain unaffected. A tentative second phase is planned for May–June 2026.

New Entry Formalities in Laos — Digital Immigration Registration

To simplify international arrivals, the Government of Laos has introduced a Digital Immigration Registration System, now in its two-year pilot phase (from 1 September 2025) at the following entry points:

• Luang Prabang International Airport
  
  
• Vientiane (Wattay) International Airport
  
  
• Pakse International Airport
  
  
• First Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge (Vientiane–Nong Khai)
  
  

A nationwide rollout is planned for 1 January 2026.

How it works:

✔️ Travellers must complete online arrival registration within 3 days before entry, and departure registration within 3 days before exit.

✔️ A QR code will be generated — this must be saved or printed and shown at immigration.

✔️ Paper arrival/departure cards will no longer be required at pilot checkpoints.

(Note: Thai Border Pass holders are currently exempt.)

Please ensure your clients are informed and include the registration links in travel documents for all arrivals from 1 September 2025 onward.

 For more details, visit our EXO Blog 

LFHC Visitor Center Now Open at Anakha Boutique 

The Lao Friends Hospital for Children (LFHC) has opened a new Visitor Centre at Anakha Boutique in Luang Prabang. Guests can learn about the hospital’s mission to provide free healthcare for children, meet the dedicated doctors behind the work, and support the cause through its Charity Boutique, where all proceeds fund lifesaving care. A meaningful stop to include in any Luang Prabang itinerary, this experience connects visitors with the heart of community-driven healthcare in Laos.

Khaiphaen – Eat for Good

Support Laos’ youth while enjoying authentic Laotian cuisine at this social enterprise,  its vital mission as a vocational training restaurant for disadvantaged Lao youth. Dining here provides a meaningful opportunity to support community development, as a significant portion of profits is reinvested into the training program, featuring signature dishes like crispy Mekong Riverweed and Larb, with vegetarian options and ethically sourced products in the attached gift shop.